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Q: Is ATMA exam difficult?

ATMA is a speed-based test which is designed to assess a candidate's analytical aptitude, logical reasoning skills, and English comprehension. It may sound tough, but these are the skills which we are taught in school so there is nothing new to learn. What is required is to learn these subjects at an advanced level. All you will need is to brush up on the basics and practice the concepts on advance level problems. Students should solve previous years question papers, attempt an ample number of mock tests and be consistent to score well in the ATMA exam. Having said that, the preparation for the ATMA exam requires focus, dedication, discipline and diligence. If you can do that, despite being an average student, you can crack the ATMA exam. ATMA is one of the easiest MBA entrance exams and a good preparation strategy can help you crack the ATMA exam with a good score. Generally, the toughest section of the ATMA question paper is Quantitative Aptitude. But with daily practice and focusing on understanding the fundamentals, this section of the ATMA exam can be handled easily.

Q: Will the ATMA exam be conducted in double shifts?

No, the ATMA exam is usually conducted in a single shift. However, in 2020, the ATMA exam was conducted in the remote-proctored mode in order to follow the social distancing guidelines for COVID-19, but the exam was still conducted in a single shift. ATMA exam pattern has not changed much over the years. ATMA 2025 exam will also be conducted in single shift for three hours, I. e. from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The shift timings for both the courses, MBA and MCA will be the same.

Q: What is the sectional time limit in ATMA?

The ATMA exam is conducted for three hours or 180 minutes. The exam will be conducted in the computer-based test mode. There are six sections in the ATMA question paper, I. e. two sections on Analytical Ability, two sections on Verbal Ability and two sections on Quantitative Aptitude. Each section is to be solved within 30 minutes. Since ATMA is a centre-based online exam the test screen will move from first section to the next section automatically as soon as the time limit gets over. Thus candidates have to be mindful of the on-screen timer and pre-decide the number of questions to solve in each section. It is not mandatory to solve all the questions in ATMA exam so candidates can devise a strategy to use 30 minutes per section as per their strength and weakness.

Q: What is the syllabus for ATMA exam?

ATMA syllabus includes all the important topics of subjects that are relevant for business and general aptitude. For ATMA exam, candidates have to study, Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability and Analytical Reasoning. Given below are the key topics included in the ATMA syllabus: -The Verbal Ability section of ATMA exam syllabus includes various topics of Grammar, Word Meaning, Vocabulary, Parajumbles, Fill in the Blanks, Sentence Completion, Synonyms and Antonyms, Reading Comprehension, etc. The Quantitative Aptitude section of ATMA syllabus includes all the topics of Mathematics from Class 9 to 10 such as Arithmetic, Geometry, Algebra Trigonometry Modern Math, Number System and Mensuration. The Analytical Reasoning syllabus of ATMA exam includes topics that require analytical interpretation of data presented in the form of Puzzles, Pie Charts, Venn Diagram, Tables and Bar Graphs.

Q: What is the ATMA exam duration? Can I change my exam slot?

The ATMA exam is held for three hours or 180 minutes. There is only one slot for the ATMA exam. ATMA exam has a sectional time limit of 30 minutes. This means, that the candidates will have approximately one minute to solve each question. Candidates must take care of saving their answers at every step as the moment 30 minutes will get over, the screen will automatically move to the next section. There is no provision of changing the exam slot. And there is no provision to apply for the same. Candidates will have to appear for the exam from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Candidates must make sure that they reach the ATMA exam centre by 1:00 PM in order to complete the frisking formalities at the entry gate. Candidates will not be allowed to enter the exam centre beyond 1:30 PM.

Q: Is there negative marking for wrong answers in ATMA exam?

Yes, the ATMA exam has negative markings. Each question in the ATMA exam carries one mark. And for every incorrect answer, 0.25 marks are deducted. This means that if the candidate has four incorrect answers, then one mark will be deducted from the ATMA overall score. If the candidate marks more than one answer for a particular question, the answer will be considered incorrect. To avoid maximum marks deduction, candidates must attempt the easier question first and then move on to the more difficult ones in that particular section. If the candidate is unsure about a particular question, they can also skip the question. No marks will be deducted or awarded for unanswered questions. Further, the top colleges accepting the ATMA scores generally place a cut-off of 70-95 percentile in ATMA for shortlisting candidates.

Q: What is the marking scheme of the ATMA exam?

ATMA has a total of 180 questions. Each section carries 30 marks. For each correct attempt, one mark is awarded and 0.25 marks are deducted for incorrect attempt. There is no deduction of marks for unanswered questions. Therefore, the total marks of ATMA is 180. Each section in the ATMA question paper carries equal number of questions and marks. Sectional marking scheme for ATMA is given below: 1. Verbal Ability: 30 2. Analytical Reasoning: 30 3. Quantitative Ability: 30 Since ATMA has negative marking scheme, candidates must choose the questions to solve very carefully and smartly. If they are not sure of the correct answer, they should leave the question instead of taking a chance.

Q: Can I prepare for ATMA exam in one month?

ATMA one month preparation can be done. Students can begin with ATMA syllabus and exam pattern. There on, they can focus on practicing what they have studied. The aim should be to strengthen concepts and practice time management. The remaining time should be given to taking mock tests and soving sample papers. Prioritize weak areas and enhance vocabulary. This condensed plan can be effective with consistent effort

Q: What is the medium of the ATMA question paper? What is the structure of the ATMA question paper?

The medium of ATMA question paper is English . The structure of the ATMA exam has not changed from the past few years. The latest ATMA question paper structure is as follows: The ATMA exam will be conducted in the computer-based test. The duration of the exam is 180 minutes (3 hours). The exam consists of 180 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) carrying one mark each. The questions are from three different sections, namely Analytical Reasoning Skills, Verbal Skills, and Quantitative Skills. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for incorrect answers. The total marks for the exam are 180. The detailed section-wise exam pattern is as follows: Section 1: Analytical Reasoning Skills This section tests the candidate's analytical and logical reasoning abilities. It consists of 60 MCQs. The section tests the candidate's knowledge of topics such as Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Analogy, etc. Section 2: Verbal Skills This section tests the candidate's English language skills. It consists of 60 MCQs. The section tests the candidate's understanding of topics such as Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, etc. Section 3: Quantitative Skills This section tests the candidate's Quantitative Aptitude. It consists of 60 MCQs. The section tests the candidate's knowledge of topics such as Arithmetic, Algebra Geometry, Trigonometry etc.

Q: What is the ideal time to prepare for ATMA?

Aspirants should start preparing for the ATMA exam at least six months before the test date. ATMA preparation requires planning thus one must start early. They can also join coaching institutes for focused preparation. Starting early will also help you assess that whether you need to join a coaching institute or not. Divide your preparation into three phases - 1. Covering the syllabus 2. Practicing mock tests, sample questions and 3. Revision. The ATMA syllabus includes the following topics: Verbal Skills: Parajumbles, Sentence Completion, Grammar, Comprehension Passages, Synonyms and Antonyms, etc. , Analytical Reasoning: Tables, Graphs, Pie Charts, Blood Relation, Seating Arrangement, Strong and Weak Arguments, and Syllogism Quantitative Skills: Geometry, Algebra Number System Arithmetic, Mensuration etc. You can read the following ATMA books for exam preparation: 1. A New Approach to Reasoning by BS Sijawali 2. Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT by Nishit K Sinha 3. Multi-Dimensional Reasoning by Mishra Kumar and Dr Lal 4. Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis 5. How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for CAT by Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay 6. High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren & Martin 7. How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT by Arun Sharma 9. Class 9 and Class 10 NCERT Mathematics books 10. Quantitative Aptitude by R. S Aggarwal.

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Updated on Jul 16, 2025 10:13 IST

By Saumya Jain, Assistant Manager- Content

ATMA exam pattern 2025 is prescribed by the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS). According to the ATMA exam pattern, there are 180 multiple-choice questions, divided into three sections, i.e. Analytical Reasoning Skills (1 & 2), Verbal Skills (1 & 2), and Quantitative Skills (1 & 2). Each section of the ATMA exam has 30 questions and the section timings are 30 minutes per section.

There has been no change in the exam pattern. ATMA 2025 is conducted in a computer-based test mode for all sessions every year. The ATMA question paper 2025 will have questions on Analytical Reasoning, Quantitative Skills and Verbal Skills. Read below for more details on the ATMA exam pattern.

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Q: What is the sectional time limit in ATMA?

Table of content

ATMA Exam Pattern 2025– Overview
ATMA 2025: Structure of Question Paper and Sectional Timings
ATMA Exam Pattern: Marking Scheme
ATMA Paper Pattern 2025 – How to Answer Questions
Important Topics for ATMA Exam 2025
FAQs Related to ATMA Exam Pattern

ATMA Exam Pattern 2025– Overview

The ATMA exam pattern depicts information about the exam and shows the overall structure of the ATMA question paper. The test structure is similar to other MBA entrance exams. Check out the table below to understand the ATMA exam pattern.

ATMA exam pattern	Details
Number of sections	6
Duration of the exam	180 minutes or 3 hours
Mode of exam	Computer-based test mode
Number of questions	180 Multiple-choice questions
Total marks	180
Number of answer choices	4
Language of paper	English

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Q: Is there negative marking for wrong answers in ATMA exam?

Q: What is the marking scheme of the ATMA exam?

ATMA 2025: Structure of Question Paper and Sectional Timings

ATMA exam will have questions from three subjects - Analytical Reasoning, Quantitative and Verbal Skills. Each subject is divided into two parts –I and II. For a better understanding, look at the structure of the ATMA exam pattern given below. Check the table below to know the structure of the ATMA question paper:

Section	Number of Questions	Allotted Time
Analytical Reasoning Skills Part 1	30	30 minutes
Analytical Reasoning Skills Part 2	30	30 minutes
Quantitative Skills Part 1	30	30 minutes
Quantitative Skills Part 2	30	30 minutes
Verbal Skills Part 1	30	30 minutes
Verbal Skills Part 2	30	30 minutes
Total	180	180 minutes

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Q: Are there subjective-type questions in the ATMA exam?

ATMA Exam Pattern: Marking Scheme

According to the marking scheme prescribed by AIMS, for every correct answer, candidates will score one mark while 0.25 marks will be deducted for the wrong response. In the case of four incorrect answers, one mark will be subtracted from the total score. No marks will be awarded or deducted for questions unanswered.

Check the ATMA exam marking scheme below -

Type of questions	Correct answer	Incorrect answer	Un-attempted question
MCQ	+1	-0.25	0

Commonly asked questions

Q: Can I prepare for ATMA exam in one month?

Q: What is the medium of the ATMA question paper? What is the structure of the ATMA question paper?

ATMA Paper Pattern 2025 – How to Answer Questions

Given below are the important instructions on attempting the ATMA exam:

Each section of the online test needs to be answered as per the sequence
Candidates have to choose one correct answer out of the four options
Read the questions carefully before answering them
As there will be sectional timings, candidates should not spend more than one minute answering each question
Candidates should solve the easy questions first and the difficult ones later

Download the free question bank for VARC, DILR and QA for practicing high-difficulty level questions. These question banks carry answer keys to each question for candidates' convenience.

Verbal Ability questions with answers
Quantitative Skills questions with answers
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ATMA 2025: Analytical Reasoning preparation tips and tricks

ATMA 2025: Tips to ace the Verbal Skills section

ATMA 2025: Preparation tips for Quantitative Aptitude

Important Topics for ATMA Exam 2025

Given below are some of the important topics from the ATMA syllabus 2025.

Analytical Reasoning	Quantitative Skills	Verbal Skills
Strike the Odd One Out	Ratio and Proportion	Reading Comprehension
Blood Relations	Percentages	Synonyms & Antonyms
Syllogism	Simple/ Compound Interest	Sentence Completion
Data Sufficiency	Inequalities	Jumbled Sentences
Statement– Conclusion	Profit, Loss, and Discount	Word Meaning
Number Series	Number Systems	Grammar

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How can I crack ATMA exam in three months?

Answered 2 days ago

Set your plan right. Work on your plan and identify your weakness and strength. Get the right study material. Try to plan and identify the above-stated things within a week. Set your plan agile and keep buffer time for revision and solving mock test papers.
Start with your verbal and quantitative pra

Nishtha Shukla

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Are ATMA 2025 registrations still open for PBS PGDM admissions in 2025?

Answered a month ago

No, the registrations for ATMA 2025 were recently closed on the 24th August 2025. Candidates who managed to register for the ATMA 2025 entrance exam need to plan a preparation strategy to cover the ATMA 2025 exam syllabus before 30th August 2025 to clear the exam. Candidates who manage toscore an ap

Saurabh Khanduri

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How much score should I secure to get Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College for BA (Hons)?

Answered 2 months ago

If you belong to the General AI category, the minimum CUET UG cutoff score required is 444.09 for admission to the BA (Hons) programme. The maximum cutoff score required is 823.86 during Round 1 admission. However, please note that the cutoff scores vary for different courses, specialisations, round

Rashmi Sinha

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What is the cutoff of Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College for 2025 admission?

Answered 2 months ago

Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College cutoff 2025 for CUET UG has been released, wherein the cutoff scores varied between 289.02 and 846.37 for admission across multiple courses at the UG level. This cutoff range is for the students belonging to the General AI quota. Please note that the cutoff scores var

Rashmi Sinha

Contributor-Level 10

Can I get an IES MCRC PGDM seat with a valid ATMA score?

Answered 2 months ago

Yes, students can get a PGDM seat at IES MCRC with a valid ATMA score. The institute accepts CAT, CMAT, ATMA, and other national-level entrance test scores for PGDM admissions. ATMA is also accepted for admission to PGDM in Pharmaceutical Management. To get a seat, students must fulfil the eligibili

Shailja Rawat

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What clubs, societies, and events are active on Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College campus?

Answered 2 months ago

Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma (ARSD) College has a vibrant campus life with numerous active clubs, societies, and events. Some of the notable ones include the Cultural Society, Nimbus (English Debating Society), Enactus (entrepreneurship and social inclusion), Rangayan (Dramatics Society), and Sarang (Sin

Rashmi Sharma

Contributor-Level 7

Can I apply for MBA at Rajeev Business School with a valid ATMA score?

Answered 2 months ago

Yes, a candidate can apply for MBA at Rajeev Business School with a valid ATMA score. Since ATMA is a national level exam and is recognised by AICTE, it is accepted by the school. Candidates can also appear for any other exams for MBA courses such as- CAT, XAT, GMAT, NMAT, etc.

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