DPU AIET Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration
All India Entrance Test 2026 ( AIET )
Exam On - 14 Apr '26
AIET 2026 exam pattern has been prescribed by DY Patil Vidyapeeth. The exam will be conducted in Online Proctor Test Mode on a given date. The exam pattern of both MBA and BBA course will be common but there will be a difference in the total number of questions and total marks. The duration of AIET exam willbe 150 minutes. There will be no sectional time limit so candidates can divide the total time between the sections according to their own plan. AIET is conducted in multiple phases for admission to a particular academic year. Check here all about AIET exam pattern 2026.
- Overview of AIET Pattern 2026
- AIET 2026: Sectional Break Up
- AIET Syllabus
- Books for AIET Entrance Exam
- Guidelines for online proctored AIET 2026
Overview of AIET Pattern 2026
Check below the overview of AIET pattern 2026 below.
| AIET Pattern 2026 |
Details |
|---|---|
| Medium of the exam |
English |
| Mode of the exam |
Online Proctor Based Test |
| Duration of the exam |
150 minutes |
| Type of questions |
MCQ |
| Marking scheme |
1 mark for each correct answer No negative marking |
| Sections in the question paper |
MBA - 5 BBA- 4 |
| Total Marks |
MBA - 150 BBA - 100 |
Commonly asked questions
DPU AIET is conducted in online proctored mode, which means, candidates can take the exam from any location. They need to only have a laptop/desktop with functional camera and high speed internet. Exam will be held from 11 am to 12:30 pm. Candidates will have to login an hour before the exam starts for identification formalities.
DPU AIET is an easy exam. To prepare for DPU AIET exam, candidates must prepare all the topics included in the AIET syllabus. The exam pattern is same as other MBA entrance exam so one needs to go through the syllabus and also practice mock sessions to gain speed and accuracy in solving MCQ based questions. If one has appeared for a national level entrance exam, they will need to only practice AIET sample tests. Those who are planning to appear for AIET only, must start preparation six months before the exam.
AIET 2026: Sectional Break Up
AIET 2026 for MBA will include questions from following subjects.
- Business Judgement (30 questions)
- Numerical Ability (30 questions)
- English Language (30 questions)
- General Awareness (30 questions)
- Reasoning Ability (30 questions)
AIET 2026 for BBA will include questions from following subjects.
- Numerical Ability (25 questions)
- English Language (25 questions)
- General Awareness (25 questions)
- Reasoning Ability (25 questions)
AIET 2026: Important Points to Remember for Online Proctored Mode Exam
Before taking the AIET in online proctored mode, candidates need to follow some instructions. Some important guidelines are listed below:
- Candidates must keep their laptop/desktop ready at least a day before AIET.
- AIET 2026 will be held form 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Candidates must log in an hour before the exam starts.
- Candidates must have a computer system whose Operating System is Windows 8 and above.
- Internet connectivity bandwidth must not be less than 1.5 mbps.
- Candidates must ensure the latest browser is installed in their system.
- Check if the webcam of desktop or laptop is working fine.
- Keep AIET admit card and one more photo identity proof ready for online document identification.
- Dress formally for AIET 2026.
- Ensure the room for taking the test is well lit and disturbance free.
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Commonly asked questions
After appearing for AIET, candidates have to appear for selection process round which includes, Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). Those who clear the AIET exam are shortlisted for the GD/PI round. Final selection is based on candidate’s overall performance in all the stages of admission process. Candidates can seek admission to DPU through CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA scores too.
DPU AIET is an MCQ based exam. Aspirants can check the highlights of AIET exam pattern below:
AIET Pattern | Details |
|---|---|
Medium of the exam | English |
Mode of the exam | Online Proctor Based Test |
Duration of the exam | 150 minutes |
Type of questions | MCQ |
Marking scheme | 1 mark for each correct answer No negative marking |
Sections in the question paper | MBA - 5 BBA- 4 |
Total Marks | MBA - 150 BBA - 100 |
AIET Syllabus
AIET MBA exam syllabus is similar to other MBA entrance exams. It includes all important topics of Quantitative Aptitude, Analytical Reasoning, General Knowledge and English. A important component of the AIET MBA syllabus is - Issue of Social Concern. Check below key topics:
- Quantitative Aptitude: Arithmrtic, Geometry, Algebra, Mensuration, Probability, Number System, Linear Equation
- Analytical Reasoning: Coding-Decoding, Family Tree, Blood Relation, Abstract Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Seating Arrangement, Clocks & Calendars, Cubes, Analogy, Dedcutive Reasoning
- English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Ability, Parajumble, Para-Completion, Grammar, Vocabulary, Fill in the Blanks, Idioms, Synonyms & Antonyms
- General Knowledge: International trade and economy, business, advertising, science, technology, geography, history, sports, entertainment, politics, awards, books, personalities.
- Issue of Social Concern: In this section, questions will be asked from topics pertaining to government schemes, socio-political events, social issues, Indian economy and its impact on social groups, social change and reformation, etc.
Commonly asked questions
The AIET syllabus includes Numerical Ability, General Knowledge, English Language, Reasoning Ability and Business Judgement. The AIET syllabus is similar to the syllabus of other MBA/BBA entrance exams. So, if you have appeared for any other exam before, you will be able to solve crack DPU AIET easily.
Some of the key topics are Mensuration, Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Data Interpretation, Sets, Number System, Syllogism, Statement and Conclusion, Critical Reasoning, Puzzles, Visual Reasoning, Arrangements, English Comprehension, Verbal Ability, Grammar, Vocabulary, Static GK and Current Affairs.
The AIET syllabus for BBA has same topics as MBA, the difficulty level is as per class 12. The AIET syllabus includes Numerical Ability, General Knowledge, English Language, Reasoning Ability and Business Judgement. The topics to study are English Comprehension, Verbal Ability, Grammar, Vocabulary, Mensuration, Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Data Interpretation, Sets, Number System, Syllogism, Statement and Conclusion, Critical Reasoning, Puzzles, Visual Reasoning, Arrangements, Static GK and Current Affairs.
Books for AIET Entrance Exam
Books for AIET Management
Some of the best books for preparing Logical Reasoning are given below.
- How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for CAT book by Arun Sharma
- Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by RS Aggarwal
- A new approach to Reasoning By BS Sijwali & S Sijwali by Arihant
- Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey
- Reasoning Book for Competitive Examinations by Pearson
Books for preparing for Quantitative Aptitude
- How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CAT by Arun Sharma
- Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by RS Aggarwal
- Quantum CAT by Sarvesh Verma
- Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT by Nishit K Sinha
- Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency by Ananta Ashisha
- How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT by Arun Sharma
- Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT by Nishit K Sinha
Guidelines for online proctored AIET 2026
Students appearing for the online proctored AIET 2026 need to follow the instruction mentioned below for the online proctored test:
- For the online proctored test, candidates must keep their laptop/desktop ready at least a day before the exam
- Candidates must have a computer system whose Operating System is Windows 8 and above
- The bandwidth of the Internet connectivity must not be less than 1.5 mbps for glitch free experience
- The system must have the latest browser installed
- The webcam of the desktop or laptop must be working fine. If it is not installed in the system, ensure to install it beforehand
- Candidates must keep AIET 2026 admit card and one more photo identity proof (authorized by the Government of India) ready for online document identification process
- They must dress formally for the online proctored test
- They must ensure that the room they have chosen for taking the test is well lit and disturbance free.
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