SMAT exam pattern is similar to other MBA entrance exams. SMAT question paper comprises three sections - Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning and Verbal & Reading Comprehension. SMAT 2026 will be conducted in offline mode for 1 hour and 30 minutes. In this article you will read all about SMAT exam pattern including the test structure, number of questions, marking scheme and time duration.
- SMAT 2026 Exam Pattern: Highlights
- SMAT 2026: Sectional Weightage
- SMAT Exam Pattern: Marking Scheme
- Best Books for SMAT Preparation
SMAT 2026 Exam Pattern: Highlights
SMAT is an easy test and a 3-4 months of preparation will be enough. Check the table below for key highlights of SMAT exam pattern 2026 and test structure.
| SMAT Exam Pattern |
Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode |
Online |
| Sections |
Quantitative Aptitude Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning Verbal & Reading Comprehension |
| Number of questions |
60 |
| Number of answer choices |
4 |
| Exam duration |
90 minutes |
| Sectional time limit |
No |
| Negative Marking |
No |
| Marks per question |
2 |
| Total marks |
120 |
SMAT 2026: Sectional Weightage
Given below is the sectional weightage of SMAT 2026 question paper. The table includes number of question per section and total marks allotted. There is no negative marking in SMAT and it is not mandatory to attempt all the questions.
| Section |
Number of Question |
Marks Per Section |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude |
20 |
40 |
| Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning |
20 |
40 |
| Verbal & Reading Comprehension |
20 |
40 |
SMAT Exam Pattern: Marking Scheme
Given below is the marking scheme for SMAT:
- Two marks will be awarded for each right answer
- No marks will be deducted for wrong answers
- No marks will be deducted for unattempted questions
Best Books for SMAT Preparation
| Books |
Authors |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams |
RS Aggarwal |
| How to prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT |
Arun Sharma |
| Word Power Made Easy |
Norman Lewis |
| Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning |
RS Aggarwal |
| High School Grammar and Composition |
Wren and Martin |
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