Yes, candidates can apply to GIBS Bangalore using MAT scores alone. GIBS accepts MAT scores as a valid entry for PGDM admissions. Along with your MAT score, you need to submit your application form, academic documents, and follow the selection process, which may include a short interview or discussi
What after MAT result 2025 declaration? Candidates have multiple options after giving MAT exam. Check here what can they do after they have their MAT result in hand.
Once the MAT 2025 result is released, candidates can start assessing their options for the next step. Those who scored as expected can start planning MBA admission. The advantage of taking MAT is that they can select 5 colleges to which AIMA will send their score for admission. So, the pressure of selecting a college is not there for MAT qualifiers. So, immediately after MAT 2025 result announcement, what they need to do is start preparing for Personal Interview (PI) and Group Discussion (GD).
However, if a candidates is not satisfied with the MAT 2025 score, then they can explore other options such as appearing for the MAT exam again or other MBA entrance exams. They can also consider taking up a job to gain work experience to improve their profile (many institutes give preference to candidates with work experience). Let’s explore these possibilities, one by one.
Table of content
- Prepare for MBA GD/PI
- MAT College Selection
- Top 20 MBA Colleges Accepting MAT Score
- Appear for MAT Exam Again
- Appear for Other MBA Entrance Exams
Prepare for MBA GD/PI
Since MAT exam has General Awareness section of 30 marks, there is a good chance you have a good knowledge of GK and current affairs. So, you needn’t worry on that aspect. Focus on Group Discussion (GD) because it is not how much you know, but how you present that knowledge which makes or breaks a GD performance. Similarly, in Personal Interview (PI) too, the interviewers judge your confidence and clarity of thoughts; both traits essential to be a good manager. So, practice public speaking. Some institutes also conduct Written Ability Test, so practice essay writing.
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- Understand the GD, Interview and WAT process for MBA admissions
Some MBA colleges conduct the PI online whereas some conduct it offline. Here are some key tips for in person GD/PI.
- Dress smartly and formally. do not were floral prints or bright colours.
- Reach the venue on time and carry all the relevant documents
- Speak in a polite manner and greet the interviewers/panelists before speaking
- In GD, wait for your turn to speak. Do not interrupt when someone is speaking
- Keep your pitch right. It should be neither too high nor too low.
- Make eye contact while speaking.
- Do not use data or words you can't explain.
- Keep your answers/argument crisp and to the point.
- If you don't know the answer say it. Don't make up answers.
- Be confident of your academics and achievement.
Many candidates may feel nervous about virtual PI for various reasons. From the thought of not looking presentable to disruptive internet connection, many thoughts plague their mind but there is nothing to worry about. They just need to be well prepared with knowledge about their course field, interest and job profile (if any). Listed below are some of the aspects to keep in mind for virtual GD/PI.
- Ensure the internet connectivity is strong and disruption free. Check the connectivity beforehand.
- Be confident while talking. Be direct and to the point. Do not get distracted and keep the conversation limited to the topic.
- Log on to your computer for GD/PI as scheduled. If you keep the interviewers waiting, it may leave a bad impression.
- Place your laptop/desktop in a well-lit room. Sit facing the light so that your face is clearly visible in the camera.
- Dress well and be well groomed. Comb your hair and wear formal or semi-formal clothes.
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MAT College Selection
As mentioned earlier, MAT test takers have one advantage that they do not have to spend time on college selection, as it is done at the time of MAT application process. AIMA provides the option of selecting up to five participating institutes where a candidate would like to take admission. AIMA sends the scorecard of candidate to these five institutes who reach out to candidates for further admission process. However, if a candidate wishes to apply to MBA colleges other than those five, they must check out their application dates and apply by themselves.
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However, if a candidate doesn’t meet the MAT cut off of these five institutes or decide to pursue MBA at an institute different from the preferred five, then they need to start college search ones again. Over 800 colleges in India accept MAT score for MBA admission. One can choose from any of these colleges depending on their choice of course, location, fees and placement record. The key aspects to keep in mind for MAT college selection are:
- MBA course fee and financial aid
- MBA curriculum and pedagogy
- Specializations offered by the institute
- College infrastructure
- College location
- Placement record
Top 20 MBA Colleges Accepting MAT Score
The MAT cut off for admission to top MBA college accepting the score ranges between 70 to 95 percentile. Check below, the list of top 20 MBA colleges accepting MAT score and their admission process.
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Appear for MAT Exam Again
MAT is conducted four times a year – February, May, September and December. There is about two to three months gap between each session, so candidates can take that time improve their performance. MAT participating colleges accept the score of latest attempt. Candidates must note that, for every attempt they will have to fill a fresh MAT registration form.
Appear for Other MBA Entrance Exams
MBA entrance exam season has begun for 2025 academic year. You have the option of appearing for several other national level entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, SNAP, CMAT and NMAT. The syllabus of all MBA entrance exams is same so you will not find it much difficult to prepare for other exams.
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Q: What after MAT Result?
Q: What are the details mentioned on MAT result cum scorecard?
A:
MAT scorecard is the main document which is the identity proof of a candidate qualifying the exam. Thus it is not only necessary to keep a copy of the scorecard but also necessary to have an error free scorecard. After downloading the MAT result cum scorecard the candidates must check it thoroughly for errors. Each candidate's MAT result cum scorecard will contain the following information:
1. Candidate's name
2. Candidate's roll number
3. Candidate's form number
4. Degree
5. Work experience
6. Candidate's gender
7. Candidate's category
8. Test date
9. Candidate's date of birth
10. MAT sectional scores
11. MAT overall score
12. MAT composite scores
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In case there is any error in the MAT scorecard (specifically personal details of the candidate) then the test taker must reach out to the AIMA MAT admission cell to get it rectified as faulty scorecards may not be accepted by colleges.
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Deepthi
Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
If you make an error in the educational qualifications section of the MAT form, you can typically make amends during the official correction period offered by AIMA. The correction period is open for a short time after the submission of the application. You can log in with your MAT account and edit t
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ABHINAV SRIVASTAVA
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
No, MAT scores are not compulsory for admissions to the PGDM course at ICBM-SBE, because the college also considers several other entrance exam scores for admissions to the PGDM course. The names of the accepted entrance exams are- CAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ ATMA/ MAT/ GMAT/ State level entrance test. Thus, a
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Piyush Jain
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Yes, it is possible to get an MBA seat at AURO University with a valid MAT score. The university accepts various national and state-level entrance tests for admission to the MBA programme. These exams are GCET, GMAT, CAT, CMAT and XAT. Apart from entrance test scores, students are required to submi
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Shailja Rawat
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The admission deadline for candidates interested in GITAM MBA admissions through the MAT exam is 15 - 22 September 2025. These dates are the last registration dates for the MAT PBT/CBT entrance exams. These dates are very close at this point of time. Hence, candidates who wish to apply for MBA admis
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Saurabh Khanduri
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The admission process for both the MBA (General) and MBA (Dual-Specialisation) courses is the same. Admission to the MIT-WPU MBA course is entrance-based. Candidates need to appear in either CAT/XAT/NMAT/MAT/GMAT/MAH CET/PERA CET entrance exam and qualify for any one exam with a valid score. The fin
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Jiya Bisht
Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
Yes, the MAT-PBT exam is still open for registrations for candidates looking to take admissions into the PGDM courses at DSGS. The MAT-PBT exam registrations started at the end of July and will end at the end of September. The MAT-PBT exam will be conducted near the end of September only. Candidates
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Saurabh Khanduri
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Yes, the MAT entrance exam is still open in 2025 for the SOIM PGDM admissions. The MAT PBT and CBT registrations for the year 2025 are still open till 15 September and 22 September respectively. There are also other exams that canidates can clear to gain admissions into SOIM PGDM courses. Candidates
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Saurabh Khanduri
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Yes, candidates who are unable to gain admissions through one of the accepted entrance exams at PBS can apply for admissions through the result of a different entrance exam. However, candidates are advised to track the timeline of each accepted entrance exam for PBS PGDM admissions as the timeline f
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Saurabh Khanduri
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The MAT 2025 exam has been concluded with registrations being closed on the 14th July 2025. However, the MAT CBT exam is still open for registrations and is acceptable for admissions in the PBS PGDM course. The MAT CBT exam was opened for registrations recently on 22nd August 2025 and will remain op
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Saurabh Khanduri
Contributor-Level 10
After the declaration of MAT result, candidates can start applying to the colleges they have shortlisted for pursuing MBA/PGDM. AIMA will send candidate's scores to the participating B-Schools that they shall have selected in their MAT application form. The MBA colleges will then shortlist candidates for the admission process and call candidates for further rounds. If candidates want to apply at colleges other than those five, then they will have to fill the application form for those other colleges individually. The admission process includes, Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). Candidates can start preparing for the GD/PI round before or after the MAT result announcement. They can join online platforms or coaching institutes group discussion and PI preparation. Those who are not happy with their MAT score can attempt again in the next session and improve their score. MAT score remains valid for one year for MBA admission. Read more: What After MAT Result?