BMAT Syllabus 2026: Important Topics, Download Subject/Section wise Syllabus PDF

BVP Management Aptitude Test 2026 ( BMAT )

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BMAT syllabus 2026 is prescribed by the Bharatiya Vidyapeeth Deemed-to-be University (BVDU). BMAT syllabus outlines the section-wise topics that candidates need to cover for the exam. BMAT is an easy-to-moderate difficulty level MBA entrance exam and looking at the previous years' trends, students need to brush up on the concepts and fundamentals to score well in the BMAT 2026 exam. Shiksha brings you the important topics and sub-topics that can be asked in the BMAT exam. Read below to know the complete details about the BMAT 2026 syllabus.

Table of contents
  • BMAT Syllabus 2026
  • BMAT 2026 Syllabus Section-wise Topics
  • Best Books for BMAT Preparation 2026
  • BMAT 2026: Sectional Weightage
  • Important FAQs Related to BMAT Syllabus
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BMAT Syllabus 2026

BMAT 2026 question paper consists of questions from seven different subjects. The table below gives an overview of the BMAT 2026 syllabus.

Section

Important topics

English Language and Comprehension

Grammar, Synonyms, Antonyms

Numerical Ability

Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry

Logical Reasoning

Verbal Reasoning, Analogy

Management Skills

Commercial awareness, etc.

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Q:   What is the BMAT exam pattern?
A: 

The BMAT exam is conducted in the online mode (CBT and IBT). Candidates have to mark the correct option against each question as there are only multiple-choice questions in BMAT. The detailed BMAT exam pattern is as follows:

Features

Details

Exam mode

Computer-Based Test mode (CBT) and Remote Home Proctored Home-Based Online Test (RPHBT)

Duration

150 minutes

Type of questions

Objective-type questions with four options

Total questions

200 MCQs

Total sections

4 sections

Total marks

200 marks

Marking scheme

1 mark for each correct option

No negative marking for wrong attempts 

0 marks awarded or deducted for questions not attempted

Q:   How to prepare for BMAT?
A: 

To prepare for BMAT exam first thing, is have a study plan and routine which is to be followed. It should have entire BMAT syllabus. It should also have room for practicing mocks, previous year question papers and revision. All these practices along will fetch students a good BMAT score.

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BMAT 2026 Syllabus Section-wise Topics

Mentioned below are some of the important sub-topics of the BMAT syllabus:

  1. English Language and Comprehension: This section will contain questions that will challenge and analyse the candidates’ knowledge of the English Language and comprehension skills. The section will have questions on English Grammar and will require candidates to answer questions based on given passages, fill in the blanks, word meaning, a different form of word usage, etc.
  2. Numerical Ability: The mathematics section will consist of MCQs of various topics studied till Class 10, such as Number Systems, Algebra, Coordinate Geometry, Geometry, Trigonometry, Mensuration, Statistics and Probability. It will also consist of some other topics, including Median, Instalments and Payments, Partnership, Clocks, Work and Time, Pipe and Cisterns, Lines, Cubes and Cones, Work and Time, Time, Speed, Distance, Partnership, Mode, BODMAS, etc.
  3. Logical Reasoning: The Abstract and Logical Reasoning section will include questions on topics such as Tables, Bars, Pie-Charts, Line Graphs, Blood Relations, Puzzles, Arrangements, Data Structures, Series, Coding-Decoding, Clocks and Calendars, and Direction.
  4. Management skills: This section will check the candidates; flair for business and management and their general aptitude in the field.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is BMAT difficult to crack?
A: 

The difficulty level of the BVP BMAT is different for each candidate appearing for the exam. The difficulty of the exam depends on the candidate's preparation level, understanding of the exam pattern, and aptitude required for the field of management.

BVP BMAT tests the Quantitative Aptitude, Current Affairs, Logical and Abstract Reasoning and management skills of the aspirants. Candidates who can prepare themselves to tackle these areas and score well will be able to crack the BMAT exam. 

Q:   Which are the best books to prepare for BMAT?
A: 
  • MBA-BMAT-Bharati Vidyapeeth MBA Entrance Exam by Dr. Chandresh Agarwal
  • A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning by R.S Aggarwal
  • High School English Grammar and Compsition Key by Wren and Martin
  • BMAT practice papers by Arihant Publications
  • How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension by Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay
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Best Books for BMAT Preparation 2026

Check the table below to know the best BMAT books for exam preparation: 

Section Books Author/Publication
English Language and Reading Comprehension High School English Grammar and Composition Key Wren and Martin
Word Power Made Easy Norman Lewis
Objective General English SP Bakshi

Numerical Ability

 

 

Quantitative Aptitude for All Competitive Examinations Abhijit Guha
NCERT Mathematics Book for 9th and 12th class NCERT
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examination RS Aggarwal

Logical Reasoning

 

 

A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning RS Aggarwal
How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for the CAT Arun Sharma
Analytical and Logical Reasoning for CAT & Other Management Exams Peeyush Bharadwaj
Management Skills MBA-BMAT-Bharati Vidyapeeth MBA Entrance Exam Dr. Chandresh Aggarwal
BMAT practice papers Arihant Publications
Managerial Skills Pooja Gulati and Neha Gupta
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Who prescribes the BMAT syllabus?
A: 

The BMAT syllabus is prescribed by the exam conducting authority, Bharatiya Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be) University. The BMAT syllabus is spread across four sections, i.e. English Language and Comprehension, Numerical Ability, Logical Reasoning and Management Skills. The BMAT syllabus tests the candidate’s aptitude, mathematical ability and hold over the English language.

Q:   Is there negative marking in BMAT exam?
A: 

No, BMAT exam does not have negative markings. Each question in BMAT exam carries one mark and if the answer is incorrect students will not be penalised for that question. 

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BMAT 2026: Sectional Weightage

Check out the table below to know the sectional weightage in the BMAT question paper 2026.

Section Number of questions Maximum marks
Numerical Ability 50 50
Logical Reasoning 50 50
English Language and Reading Comprehension 50 50
Management Skills 50 50
Total 200 200

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the marking scheme in BMAT?
A: 

Marking scheme of BMAT exam is:

Correct Answer+1 mark
Incorrect AnswerNo negative marking
Unanswered questionNo deductions or additions
Total marks200
Q:   Do I need to study advanced topics beyond graduation and Class 12 for BMAT exam?
A: 

No, for the BMAT exam, candidates are not expected to study advanced topics beyond the Class 12 or graduation level for the BMAT exam preparation. The BMAT syllabus is designed to assess their knowledge and skills at the graduation level, and it covers topics within the standard MBA curriculum. The BMAT syllabus is easy. Although the BMAT exam syllabus is not advanced, regular practice, solving sample papers, and taking mock tests are necessary to ace the BMAT exam. 

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Important FAQs Related to BMAT Syllabus

Check below the FAQs on BMAT syllabus:

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Q:   What are the important topics of the Numerical Ability section in the BMAT exam?
A: 

Numerical Ability section of the BMAT question paper is tough. The important topics of this section include Arithmetic, Algebra Modern Math, Geometry, Number System Average, Ratio and Proportion, Percentage, Profit and Loss, Time, Speed and Distance, Mensuration Permutation and Combination, Quadratic Equation, Logarithm, Probability Statistics Pie Chart, Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Mixture and Allegations, Time and Work, etc. The Numerical Skills in BMAT exam tests the mathematical ability of the students. 

Q:   Which sections have the highest and lowest weightage in the BMAT exam?
A: 

The Abstract and Logical Reasoning section of the BVP BMAT exam has the highest weightage in terms of the questions as well as the marks. There are 50 multiple choice questions which carry one mark each. Then comes the Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension section which has 40 multiple-choice questions and each question carries one mark. The Mathematics section has the third highest weightage with 30 marks in total. The rest of the sections have 20 marks each. 

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