MAT

Candidates can select MAT exam mode in the application form. The MAT CBT and MAT PBT are conducted on different dates and different cities, so they must make choice considering that.

No, MAT CBT and MAT PBT test cities are not same. Check the table below for cities in which MAT PBT and MAT CBT will be conducted.

MAT PBT Cities

MAT CBT Cities

For MBA admission at GIBS, the MAT cutoff is usually around 64 percentile, while the CAT cutoff is about 60 percentile. This means the MAT route is slightly more competitive compared to CAT, but the difference is not huge. Both exams give you almost the same chance of getting shortlisted, as GIBS considers overall performance in entrance exams along with GD and PI rounds. So, you can choose either based on your strengths and comfort with the exam pattern.

No, MAT scores are not compulsory for admission to MBA courses at VJIM. The institute accepts several entrance examination scores for admission to VJIM MBA courses. The names of the accepted entrance exams are CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, and GMAT. Candidates with valid scores in any of the following entrance exams can get admission to the PGDM course at VJIM. Thus, MAT is one of the accepted entrance exams for the MBA courses. However, it is not compulsory. 

Yes, candidates can take admission to the MBA course at FIEM without a valid score in MAT, because the college also accepts the scores of JEMAT for admission. Therefore, candidates with valid scores in any of the following entrance exams can get admission into the MBA course. Before appearing in the entrance exam, candidates must ensure that they have completed their graduation. 

Yes, it is possible to get a Balaji Institute of Modern Management MBA seat with a valid score in the MAT examination. The institute accepts CAT, CMAT, MAT, and various other entrance exams for MBA admissions. The institute also conducts an in-house entrance test for students who have not appeared in any one of the above-mentioned exams.

Balaji Institute of Modern Management accepts various national-level entrance tests, including MAT, for admission to its MBA programme. Thus, candidates seeking admission to the Balaji Institute of Modern Management MBA can apply via a valid MAT score. As per official sources, the 2025 session of the MAT exam is was held on Mar 9, 2025.