Best MAT Colleges in Kolkata

MAT has 2 sections which are completely Maths based – Mathematical Skills and Data Interpretation, so it is not possible to crack MAT without having a good control over this subject.

Difficulty level of MAT exam is lower than other MBA entrance exams. The question paper is usually of easy to moderate difficulty level. The exam is now held for 120 minutes. There are now 150 questions in the exam paper. There is no sectional time limit in MAT which allows the candidate to plan a strategy according to their strengths and weaknesses. The score of Indian and Global Environment section is not considered for percentile calculation thus candidates don't have the stress of fifth section. Also, solving 150 questions is not mandatory so candidates can choose to solve only those questions which they know they can solve accurately. Sectional difficulty level of MAT is also lower than other MBA exams. Candidates can attempt the exam multiple times in the same academic year to improve their score. They also have the option to choose the mode of test - CBT, IBT, PBT - which makes it the most student friendly exam. Also, the MAT cut offs for admission are much lower as compared to other entrance exams. 

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.

There is no age limit for MAT. Candidates who are fresh graduates or working professionals in any phase of their career are eligible for it. So, essentially they must be at least 20 years old.

Kalyani University offers MBA course for a duration of two years. This course is taught through the Department of Business Administration. The total seat intake for MBA at University of Kalyani is 103, inclusive for all category candidates. Students can pursue this course across four specialisations. These are Marketing, Finance, Human Resource and Information Technology.

Check out the detailed course-related information for MBA, here. 

There is no minimum marks requirement in graduation for MAT, but B Schools have minimum academic criteria of 50% in graduation (45% for Reserved categories) for full time MBA programmes.

Yes, you can attempt MAT exam as many times as you want. MAT is conducted multiple times in a year, in February, May, September and December. If a candidate is not satisfied with their score of first attempt, they can choose any upcoming session to appear for it again. 

 

Yes, you can study an MBA course at IISWBM after appearing and qualifying for the accepted entrance examination, like CAT, MAT, ATMA, etc. Students should know that the admission rules for each MBA course branch vary from one another.

MBA is one of the courses offered at UEM. The university provides students with comprehensive learning for their understanding of the Management world. UEM is one of the preferred universities for MBA in Kolkata. An MBA degree from UEM gets jobs that include team lead and managerial responsibility of the department. As per the ranking trends of the year 2023 by Times, the college has been ranked 44 for its Management courses. Click here to check the verified student reviews here at Shiksha,

No, candidates cannot get direct admission into IEM Kolkata MBA courses. Candidates who wish to apply for MBA must appear in one its accepted entrance exams and receive a valid score.

Selections will be done based on these scores for MBA at IEM Kolkata.

Candidates can fill the MAT application form through the official website of MAT . Here are the steps to do so : 

 1.Open official website of AIMA MAT. 

2. Enter requires details for registration like Name, Phone Number, Email ID, Date of Birth and set a password. 

3. Click on submit button.

4. An OTP will be sent in the registered mobile number which you used just now to register.

5. Verify phone number using the OTP. 

6. New login will be sent in your email. 

7. Select exam mode, exam date and other details

8. Upload your documents like passport size photo and signature. 

9. Select 5 MBA institutes of your preference. (choice declaration).

10. Pay the fee via debit/credit card or net banking. 

11. In the next page add personal details, academic details, address, etc.

12. Fill the remaining fields and the click on the declaration check box

13. Submit the form to complete the process.

To know more about the examination, refer to the official website.

 

The fee structure for the MBA course for the academic year 2026 has been released. The ISBM Kolkata MBA fee structure is as follows: 

 

Getting admission in MBA course from NSHM Business School, Kolkata is a good decision considering the placement opportunities. In 2025, the highest and average package offered during School of Business and Management placements 2025 was INR 16.57 LPA and INR 5.58 LPA. Further, the participating recruiters offered 98% placements to courses for the batch of 2025. 

Eminent College of Management and Technology (ECMT) and Techno Main Salt Lake both are renowned universities for MBA/PGDM. However, in terms of affordability, Eminent College of Management and Technology (ECMT) is a better option since the total tuition fee for Eminent College of Management and Technology (ECMT) is INR 154,000 and the total tuition fee for MBA/PGDM at Techno Main Salt Lake is INR 517,200. In the total fees that students generally end up paying the university or the college, various other components are also included, such as the exam fee, application fee, lab and other charges.

The total seats offered for MBA/PGDM at Adamas University and HIT - Haldia Institute of Technology are 100 and 60, respectively. While Adamas University offers this course in only 1 specialisation, HIT - Haldia Institute of Technology offers the same in only 1 specialisation. Hence, there are higher chances of getting a seat at Adamas University due to higher seats.

Praxis Business School accepts students through online mode. PGDM candidates have to approach the admission portal on the official website of the university in order to fill out the application form. The following are the steps specified in the Praxis Business School PGDM application process:

Step 1: Go to the official website of the institute.

Step 2: Finish the registration process by filling in basic details or by utilising a valid email ID, phone number, etc.

Step 3: Download and print the application form.

Step 4: Pay the application fee and download the payment receipt.

Step 5: Complete the application form with all relevant details and affix the payment receipt and two copies of the online bank challan.

Step 6: Mail or hand over the filled-in application form to the respective department at Praxis Business School.

St. Xavier's University has set a fixed application fee for all category students seeking admission to the MBA programme. After filling out the application form, all students must pay an application fee of INR 1,000. 

Note: The above-mentioned application fees is as per official sources. However, it is subject to change.

The univ. offers dedicated fee concessions for students from economically weaker backgrounds. You must present genuine income certificates issued by local authorities during counseling. The board reviews these papers to grant fair discounts. It helps deserving minds.

Yes, BIBS Kolkata has a summer internship programme in colaboration with its strategic partners (WEBEL, DMI Ireland etc.) candidates can apply for summer intersnhips after the end of second semester. The internships at BIBS Kolkata are lucrative and the stipend offered by internships at the institute can go up to INR 1 Lacs per month. Candidates can have alook at the university website to get an idea of the collaborators of the institute that provide internships in the institute.

The admission is on-going. Hence, interested students can apply for the course at the official website. The application to Globsyn Business School is online. Students can check the steps below to know the step-wise application process:

Step 1: Visit the official website of Globsyn Business School.

Step 2: Go to the admission tab.

Step 3: Click on “Apply for Admission”.

Step 4: Register with basic details to get application credentials.

Step 5: Login to fill out and complete the application form.

Step 6: Pay the application and complete the form.