MAT September Registration 2026: Apply Online, Exam Date, Fee & Eligibility

MAT September Registration 2026: Apply Online, Exam Date, Fee & Eligibility

MAT September Registration is an important opportunity for candidates planning to pursue MBA or PGDM programmes in the upcoming admission cycle. The All India Management Association (AIMA) will conduct the September session in both Paper Based Test (PBT) and Computer Based Test (CBT) modes. Candidates who want to appear for the PBT exam must complete their application by 7 September 2026, while the CBT registration will remain open until 14 September 2026.

Before applying, candidates should check the exam dates, eligibility requirements, application fee and admit card schedule. The PBT exam will take place on 13 September 2026, followed by the CBT exam on 20 September 2026.

Candidates should note these important details:

PBT Exam Date: 13 September 2026.
CBT Exam Date: 20 September 2026.
PBT Last Date: 7 September 2026.
CBT Last Date: 14 September 2026.
PBT/CBT Fee: ₹2,300.
PBT + CBT Fee: ₹4,000.

AIMA conducts MAT four times a year and accepts scores for MBA and PGDM admissions at participating management institutes.

MAT September Registration: Important Dates

Event	PBT	CBT
Last Date to Apply	7 September 2026	14 September 2026
Admit Card	10 September 2026	17 September 2026
Exam Date	13 September 2026	20 September 2026

Candidates completing MAT September Registration should carefully check the selected test mode and exam city before submitting the form.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent recognised qualification. Students appearing in the final year of their undergraduate programme can also apply provisionally.

AIMA does not prescribe an age limit for MAT, and candidates do not need work experience to appear for the exam. However, individual participating institutes may follow their own admission requirements.

Candidates can pay the fee through debit card, credit card, UPI, net banking or wallet. AIMA allows candidates to select either one test mode or both modes.

MAT Exam Pattern

The MAT paper contains 150 questions divided equally among five sections. Candidates get 120 minutes to complete the test.

Section	Questions
Language Comprehension	30
Intelligence & Critical Reasoning	30
Mathematical Skills	30
Data Analysis & Sufficiency	30
Economic & Business Environment	30
Total	150

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The exam carries negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.

Admit Card and Result

AIMA will release the PBT admit card on 10 September 2026, while the CBT admit card will be available from 17 September 2026. Candidates must download their admit cards from the MAT applicant dashboard. AIMA does not send admit cards by post or email.

Candidates can download their scorecards through the MAT website after the result is announced.

How to Apply for MAT September Registration

Candidates can complete the application process online by following these steps:

Visit the official MAT website.
Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
Verify the details through OTP.
Select PBT, CBT or both modes.
Enter personal and educational information.
Upload the required photograph and signature.
Select Management Institutes and test preferences.
Pay the application fee.
Review the application form carefully.
Submit the form and save a copy for future use.

AIMA recommends keeping the required documents and payment details ready before starting the application.

Conclusion

MAT September Registration provides another opportunity for candidates planning MBA or PGDM admissions. PBT applicants should complete their forms by 7 September, while CBT applicants can register until 14 September 2026. Candidates should avoid waiting until the final day and should check all details before submitting the application.