KLMAT Exam Pattern 2026: Know Latest Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

K L Management Aptitude Test 2026 ( KLMAT )

Vipra Shrivastava
Updated on Jan 4, 2026 21:11 IST

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KLMAT 2026 pattern is prescribed by KL University. KLMAT 2026 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 correct answer from. There is no negative marking in KLMAT exam. Check here all about KLMAT exam pattern 2026.

Table of contents
  • KLUBSAT Pattern 2026: Highlights
  • KLUBSAT 2026: Sectional Weightage
  • KLMAT 2026: Section Wise Marks
  • KLMAT Syllabus 2026
  • FAQs of KLMAT 2026
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KLUBSAT Pattern 2026: Highlights

Take a quick look at the key points of KLUBSAT exam pattern 2026:

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

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many times is KLMAT conducted?
A: 

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?
A: 

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.  

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KLUBSAT 2026: Sectional Weightage

KLMAT question paper comprises four sections. There are a total of 75 questions in the exam paper. Check below the sectional break up of KLMAT exam 2026.

KLMAT sections

Questions

Reading Comprehension

25

General Knowledge

15

Quantitative Aptitude

15

Logical and Critical Reasoning

20

Total

75

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KLMAT Dates 2026 KLMAT 2026 Syllabus
KLMAT Application Form 2026 KLMAT Results 2026
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How to prepare for KLMAT exam?
A: 

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?
A: 

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.

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KLMAT 2026: Section Wise Marks

Check below section wise marks in KLMAT 2026:

KLMAT sections

Marks per section

Reading Comprehension

25

General Knowledge

15

Quantitative Aptitude

15

Logical and Critical Reasoning

20

Total

75

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What the duration of KLMAT exam?
A: 

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 pattern for KLMAT exam?
A: 

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.

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KLMAT Syllabus 2026

Candidates must study the following 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

Also Read: KLMAT 2026 syllabus

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the time duration of KLMAT?
A: 

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. 

Q:   Are there subjective type questions in KLMAT?
A: 

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. 

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FAQs of KLMAT 2026

Check below some frquently asked questions on KLMAT. 

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Q:   What is KLMAT result download process?
A: 

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?
A: 

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.

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Answered a week ago

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. 

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Sreetama Tyagi

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a week ago

KL University offers the following courses through KLMAT:

  • MBA General
  • MBA Finance
  • MBA HR
  • MBA Marketing
  • MBA Business Analytics
  • MBA Healthcare & Hospital Management
  •  MBA Banking and Financial Services
  • MBA Fin Tech
  • MBA Global Program

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Nishtha Shukla

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a week ago

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. 

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Esha Singh

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a week ago

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. 

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