MAT Registration 2026 for December (Started): Check Last Date, Fees & Process

AIMA conducts MAT registration for about 2 months in every exam phase. The MAT exam is conducted in February, May, September and December. Check the below table for MAT registration schedule of 2026 session.

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Over 700 MBA colleges accept MAT score across India. The mainly include Tier 2 and Tier 3 colleges. Those who are planning to appear for MAT December 2026 session can check key highlights of the exam below, before registering for it.

Check below eligibility criteria prescribed by AIMA for MAT exam.

• The minimum eligibility criteria for MAT is graduation. There is no minimum marks requirement for the entrance exam, but score accepting colleges have a minimum academic requirement of 50 % marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD canddiates)
• Final year graduation students are also eligible for appearing in MAT exam. Such candidates will have to submit the passing certificate by a certain deadline for admission confirmation.
• Candidates with professional degrees equivalent to graduation such as CA/CS, are also eligible to apply for MAT exam. 
• There is no age limit for appearing in MAT. Any fresh graduate or a working professional can fill the MAT registration form.

Check detailed MAT eligibility criteria 2026

MAT exam is conducted in February, May, September and December. The form filling process for every session is same. Those who have an existing login ID can use it for filling the form in multiple phases. Check below the process to fill MAT application form 2026 for December. 

Step 1: MAT Registration at AIMA website

• Visit the official website of AIMA MAT, and click on register option.
• Enter Name, Phone Number, Email ID, State/City and set a password. Confirm details and click on submit button. 
• An OTP will be sent on the registered mobile number.
• Verify phone number using the OTP to confirm registration.

Step 2: MAT Application Form Filling

• Use the credentials sent in email login into your MAT account
• Go to MAT December application form 2026
• Select MAT test mode - PBT/CBT or both
• Upload a recent passport size photo and signature. 
• Select five MBA colleges from the given list. For more than five college selection, you will have to pay extra amount.

Step 3: Pay MAT Registration Fees

•  Pay the MAT fee of INR 2300 through debit/credit card or net banking.
• Add personal details, academic details, address, etc. in the next page.
• Select MAT test cities for centre allotment
• Click the declaration check box to complete the process. 

Also Read:

• MAT exam centres 2026 

• MAT 2026 admit card

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MAT registration fee can be paid online through credit card/debit card, net banking or mobile wallet. Check the below table for MAT exam fee.

MAT Registration Fee: Important Points

• Candidates can register again for the next exam phase, but in the next phase too, they will have to pay fee per session. MAT registration will not be carried forward.
• Candidate can upgrade their already opted exam mode from among CBT + PBT and CBT + CBT by paying additional fee of INR 1700.
• Candidate can add more than five management institutes for admission for an additional fee of INR 118 (Including 18%GST) per college.
• MAT registration fee is non-refundable and no request for refund will be accepted by any candidate under any circumstances.

Candidates will have to upload a recent passport size photo and signature in the following format and specifications in the MAT application form 2026:

MAT Registration Documents: Important Instructions to Follow

• Candidates must use a recent passport size photo in colour.
• The background of the passport size photo should be preferably white.
• Face of the candidate should be clearly visible. Photo with cap, hat or headgear is not acceptable.
• The photo should not have the candidate wearing goggles or mask.
• If the candidates wears spectacles, there should be no reflection on the eyes in the photo.
• The signature should be on white paper and clearly visible.

Given below are a few points to keep in mind regarding the MAT application form filling proces:

• Fill the MAT 2026 application form with correct data and make no error as there is no provision of form correction.
• Review all the information entered in the MAT registration form once before hitting the submit button.
• Personal information mentioned in the MAT application form will be used for further admission process, fill thefields with information mentioned in government IDs.

• Check MAT eligibility criteria before applying. Applications of candidates not meeting the eligibility criteria will be rejected.

• For multiple MAT exam sessions (in different phases), multiple forms will have to be filled. The MAT registration fee is to be paid per session. 
• However, candidates can combine 2 MAT sessions in the same examination phase for additional amount of INR 1,600.

MAT Registration 2026: Common Mistakes to Avoid 

MAT application form 2026 cannot be edited once submitted. So, candidates must avoid making the following error while filling up the exam form:

• The name should be as per the date of birth certificate or Class 10 certificate.
• Select test city for PBT/CBT according to your convenience and availability, as once selected the options will be considered final.

• Check fee payment status after making the payment to ensure the MAT December registration 2026 is complete. The form will not get submitted until the fee is paid 

• Mention functional email ID, phone number as all communication by AIMA will be done through phone and email.

• Upload scanned image and signature in the AIMA MAT form as per the dimensions specified to avoid error. If the specifications are not correct, the form will be rejected.

Also Read

• MAT Syllabus 2026
• MAT Exam Pattern 2026
• Previous Year's MAT Question Papers