KLMAT Exam Pattern 2027: Know Latest Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

KLMAT 2027 exam Phase 1

3 Dec '26 - 7 Dec '26

Updated on Oct 14, 2026 11:38 IST

By Sayeba Naushad, Assistant Manager

KLMAT 2027 pattern is prescribed by KL University. KLMAT 2027 question paper will have 75 questions in total. The paper will be divided into four sections - English, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning and GK. Every question will have four options to choose the correct answer from. There is no negative marking in KLMAT exam. Check here everything about KLMAT exam pattern 2027.

Table of contents

KLMAT Pattern 2027 Highlights
KLMAT 2027 Total Marks and Marking Scheme
KLMAT 2027 Section wise Weightage
KLMAT 2027 Sections and important topics
KLMAT 2027 Books
FAQs of KLMAT 2026

KLMAT Pattern 2027 Highlights

Take a quick look at the key points of KLMAT exam pattern 2027:

KLUBSAT exam pattern	Details
Exam mode	Online
Test duration	90 minutes
Total Questions	75
Question type	Multiple Choice Questions
Number of sections	4
Marks per question	1
Negative Marking	No

KLMAT Syllabus for QA, DILR, & VARC

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Commonly asked questions

Q: How many times is KLMAT conducted?

KLMAT is conducted in 3-4 phases. Candidates can choose the exam phase and apply accordingly. The KLMAT application process for every phase has different deadline. Applicants have to make sure they submit the form before the deadline to appear in the given exam session. Otherwise, will have to wait for the next session. The KLMAT sessions are conducted from December to May.

Q: What is KLMAT syllabus?

The syllabus of KLMAT includes English, GK, Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning. Candidates planning to appear for KLMAT must study all the topics included in the syllabus of these subjects for MBA entrance exams. Those who have appeared for any other MBA entrance exam will be able to cover the syllabus in a very less time with basic revision only.

Q: What is the time duration of KLMAT?

KLMAT exam is of 90 minutes. There is no sectional time limit and candidates can utilise exam duration as per their exam strategy. They can move between questions and sections within given time limit.

KLMAT 2027 Total Marks and Marking Scheme

Check the section-wise marks in KLMAT 2027 below:

KLMAT sections	Marks per section
Reading Comprehension	25
General Knowledge	15
Quantitative Aptitude	15
Logical and Critical Reasoning	20
Total	75

There will be no negative marking.
One question will carry 1 mark.

Commonly asked questions

Q: What is the pattern for KLMAT exam?

KLMAT exam is a speed based test of 90 minutes. Candidates have to solve about 75 questions from English, GK, Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning sections. Every questions carries one mark. There is no negative marking. The difficulty level of KLMAT is easy and one can crack it within the given time limit.

Q: What the duration of KLMAT exam?

KLMAT exam is of 90 minutes. There is no sectional time limit so candidates are required to solve the questions in such a way that there is enough time for solving question from all 4 sections. For an overall good score, candidates need to divide the 90 minutes properly, so that they don’t lag behind in any of the sections.

Q: What is the KLMAT counselling process?

After KLMAT result is announced, candidates are shortlisted for group discussion and personal interview round. Admission will be granted to only those candidates who shall clear the counselling round.

KLMAT 2027 Section wise Weightage

KLMAT question paper comprises four sections. There are a total of 75 questions in the exam paper.

KLMAT sections	Questions
Reading Comprehension	25
General Knowledge	15
Quantitative Aptitude	15
Logical and Critical Reasoning	20
Total	75

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Commonly asked questions

Q: How to prepare for KLMAT exam?

KLMAT is an easy exam and similar to other MBA entrance tests. So, if you have appeared for any national level MBA entrance test, you can crack KLMAT easily. The questions are asked from general topics of English, GK, Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning. So, gain conceptual clarity in Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration and Data Interpretation. Improve your English grammar and vocabulary; and practice a lot of Logical Reasoning questions.

Q: What is the application process for KLMAT?

KLMAT application process is online. Candidates willing to appear for KLMAT can fill the KL University admission form for management. They can log on to the KL University website to register.

Q: Are there subjective type questions in KLMAT?

There are no subjective type questions in KLMAT. All questions are objective type and have four options to choose correct answer. Candidates can mark only one option as correct.

KLMAT 2027 Sections and important topics

Candidates must study the following sections and topics to crack KLMAT exam:

English: Reading Comprehension, Parajumbles, Word Usage, English Grammar, Vocabulary, Similar sounding words, Word Usage, Incorrect Sentence
Quantitative Aptitude: Number System, Pipes and Cisterns, Discount, Average, Arithmetic Progression, Time and Work, Percentage, Algebra, Geometry, Co-ordinate Geometry, Mensuration, Probability, Installment Payments, Permutation & Combination, Quadratic and Linear Equation, Profit & Loss, Alligation & Mixtures and Time-Speed-Distance
Logical Reasoning: Number Series, Odd One Out, Blood Relation, Calendar, Clock,
Sitting Arrangement, Linear Arrangement, Matrix Arrangement, Verbal Reasoning, Direction and Distance, Coding-Decoding
General Knowledge: Current Affairs, Business Affairs, World Record, Business Personalities, Books and Authors, Brands and Advertising, Technology, Science, Innovation, Awards and Prizes, Static GK

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Commonly asked questions

Q: How many questions are there in the KLMAT MBA Entrance Test?

There will be 75 questions in the KLMAT Entrance Test for MBA. There will be 25 questions from English, 20 from Logical, 15 from Quantitative and 15 from GK.

Q: How many sections are there in KLMAT Entrance Question Paper?

There are four sections in the KLMAT entrance exam. They are English + Logical + Quantitative + General Knowledge.

Q: What is the duration for KLMAT entrance exam?

The duration of the KLMAT MBA Entrance exam is 90 minutes. There will be 75 questions.

KLMAT 2027 Books

Some of the books to prepare for Reasoning and Abstract Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and verbal ability are given below.

Sections	Books
Books for Logical Reasoning and Abstract Reasoning	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 B.S. Sijwal & S Sijwali by Arihant Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey Reasoning Book for Competitive Examinations by Pearson
Books 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
Books for Verbal Ability	How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for CAT by Arun Sharma 30 Days to a More Powerful Vocabulary Mass Market Paperback by Wilfred Funk & Norman Lewis/ Simon & Schuster High School English Grammar by Wren & Martin Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension For The CAT by Nishit Sinha

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FAQs of KLMAT 2026

Check below some frquently asked questions on KLMAT.

Q: What is KLMAT result download process?

KLMAT result is released phase wise. It is shared with candidates through login. The scorecard is uploaded in student dashboard. The process to download is:

· Log on to KLU's website

· Go to Admission page/login option

· Enter your user id and password

· Click on KLMAT result tab

· Download scorecard

Q: What after KLMAT result?

After the announcement of KLMAT result, the examination will prepare a shortlist of candidates for MBA admission and organize the second round of selection process. The KL University MBA admission process will include Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). For this, candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of their KLMAT score and academic record. There will be a minimum cut off for selection. Those who shall have score as much or more than the KLMAT cut off, will be selected for GD/PI. Final admission offer will be based on candidate’s performance in GD/PI.

Q: What is the application fee for KLMAT MBA Entrance Exam?

The application fee for KLMAT MBA is INR 1000. The application form is available online on the website of college.

Q: Can I edit the Application form of KLMAT?

Yes, you can edit the KLMAT 2026 Application form. Every detail can be edited except Email ID and Phone number.

Q: What is the eligibility critiera for BBA at KL University?

The eligibility criteria for BBA at KL University is given below.

Candidate should have 10+2 or equivalent with 60% in aggregate and 60% in PCM / PCB and should have been qualified in KLEEE.
Candidate should have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examination with 55% and above.
And must qualify in a written test and an interview conducted by the University.

Q: Where to check KLMAT MBA Result?

The result for KLMAT will be released online on the website of the KL University. Candidates can check the result using their login id and password.

Q: Where can I download KLMAT admit card from?

KLMAT admit card is issued phase wise to registered candidates only. Upon registration, the KLMAT admit card is processed and candidates can download it through login. There is no specific date of download so candidates must keep a check that their admit cards is issued after successful form submission and fee payment by checking communication by KL University and by logging into their KLMAT account.

Q: Which MBA courses are offered through KLMAT?

KL University offers the following courses through KLMAT: