Most MAT Aspirants Prefer Mock Test Practice for Preparation: Shiksha Poll
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In a poll conducted by Shiksha, most of the MAT aspirants shared that mock test practice is most helpful in exam preparation. MAT is a speed based test and merely having conceptual clarity is no enough. Read more.
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In a poll conducted by Shiksha recently, it was found out that most of the MAT aspirants prefer mock test practice for exam preparation. To the question – “What kind of content helps you the most with MAT preparation?”, most of the respondents chose MAT mock test practice.
- MAT Poll: What Respondents Say?
- MAT Preparation 2025: Overall Strategy
- MAT Syllabus and Pattern
MAT Poll: What Respondents Say?
Out of 258 respondents who took the Shiksha poll, 35% said they prefer MAT mock test practice over any other form of study material for exam preparation. About 22% respondents felt that conceptual explanation is the most important part of MAT preparation and it helps them prepare in best manner. About 16% respondents said that exam strategies help them the most in MAT preparation, while 15% felt step by step problem solving sessions are most helpful. Revision is an important aspect of overall MAT preparation and 12% respondents agreed on that.
MAT Preparation Poll
MAT is conducted by AIMA for admission to over 800 MBA colleges in India. The exam is conducted in paper based test, computer based test and internet based test modes. MAT is considered one of the most student friendly MBA entrance exams in India, as candidates can appear for it multiple times in the same academic session. Candidates can choose to appear for MAT in February, May, August and December.
MAT Preparation 2025: Overall Strategy
MAT is an easy exam. Overall 6 months will be enough to prepare for it. Aspirants can make a 6-month strategy. Candidates must make use of all kinds of content for MAT preparation. An ideal strategy will be a combination of all five elements – mock test, conceptual explanation, step by step problem solving sessions and mock test.
- Start with MAT syllabus coverage
- Cover every topic section wise and solve practice questions
- Practice full length and sectional MAT mock tests
- Revise important topics at regular interval
MAT Mock Tests by Shiksha
Candidates preparing for MAT 2025 can attempt free MAT mock tests by Shiksha and check their preparation level.
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| MAT_Mock_Test_2 | MAT_Mock_Test_2_Solutions |
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MAT Syllabus and Pattern
Check below key highlights of MAT syllabus and pattern.
| MAT Features |
MAT Exam Details |
|---|---|
| Exam modes |
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| MAT sections |
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| Total number of questions |
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| Number of questions per session |
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| Exam duration |
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| Total marks |
150 |
| Marking scheme |
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 5 hours ago
Yes, GIBS accepts MAT scores for PGDM admissions, allowing direct application post-exam.
Submit valid MAT score (one-year validity) with application form and academics.
Shortlisting based on MAT, followed by GD/PI for final selection.
No additional entrance test needed if MAT meets eligibility (50% bac
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
There isn't a fixed official cutoff number for PGDM admission at GIBS Business School Bangalore, but generally they consider your entrance exam score (CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT) along with academics and interview performance. GIBS is one of the business schools with admission open in Bangalore, and they look
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
The last day to register for MAT 2026 is March 2. Candidates will be able to download the admit card for MAT 2026 exam on 5 March from the official website.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Standard books useful across these exams include Quantitative Aptitude by Arun Sharma or R.S. Aggarwal, Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation by Nishit Sinha, and Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis for building a strong vocabulary.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
Candidates who have not appeared in any entrance test should have a Bachelor's Degree with at least 55% marks. They will have to give a written test: same as I-CET. Students have to qualify in Written Test, Group Discussion and Personal Interview for taking admission in MBA at Vignan's Foundation
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
Students of GIBS Business School participate in internships and live projects which are cross-functional opportunities to gain practical experience in key functional areas (marketing, sales, finance, HR, business development, and operations). Students engage in internships to gain practical exposure
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
MAT mock test practice is essential but not enough. You will need to go through the MAT syllabus and understand the fundamentals of all topics, only then you'll be able to crack questions in mock test.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 weeks ago
It is not compulsory to attempt MAT GK section as the score in not considered for percentile calculation but it is not recommended to skip it all together as it may dent your chances in colleges that look at candidates' sectional scores too.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 weeks ago
MAT is conducted in February, May, September and December. You can appear for it whenever ready and confident of scoring high. However, it is seen that maximum applications are done for December and February sessions as that's the main season of all other national level MBA entrance exams and admiss
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 weeks ago
MAT and CMAT both are moderately difficulty exam, but have their own challenges. While, CMAT has one extra section Innovation and Entrepreneurship, MAT has a separate section for Data Interpretation having 30 questions. With focused preparation, you can crack either of the two that you choose.
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Contributor-Level 6