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MAT Exam Pattern 2024: Section Wise Pattern, Marking Scheme, Syllabus, Books

Content Curator | Updated On - Dec 12, 2023

MAT exam pattern 2024 is determined by the All India Management Association (AIMA). MAT exam is conducted in four sessions in February, May, September, and December.

MAT syllabus includes topics from five sections - language comprehension, intelligence and critical reasoning, mathematical skills, data analysis and sufficiency, and Indian and global environment.
As per the MAT exam pattern, there are 200 questions in five sections. MAT exam duration is 150 minutes.
MAT marking scheme states that candidates will score one mark for every correct answer. For every incorrect answer, they will lose 0.25 marks. The total marks for MAT is 200.

Qualifying candidates for MAT 2024 will be eligible for admission to MBA and PGDM courses.

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Table of Content

MAT 2024 Exam Pattern
MAT Exam Pattern 2024 Section-wise Details
MAT 2024 Marking Scheme

3.1 MAT Difficulty Level

MAT 2024 Syllabus
MAT 2024 Preparation Tips

5.1 MAT Section-wise Preparation Tips

5.2 MAT Recommended Books

MAT 2024 Exam Pattern FAQs

MAT 2024 Exam Pattern

Candidates are advised to know the MAT exam pattern, questions, sections, important topics, etc. Here are the MAT exam pattern highlights:

Particulars	Details
Exam Mode	IBT (Internet Based Test)CBT (Computer Based Test)PBT (Paper Based Test)
Exam Language	English
Exam Duration	150 minutes
Type of Questions	Objective Multiple Type Questions (MCQ)
Number of Options	4
Total Number of Questions	200
Total Marks	200
Sections	5 sections Language Comprehension Intelligence and Critical Reasoning Mathematical Skills Data Analysis and Sufficiency Indian and Global Environment
Question in Each Section	40
Marking Scheme	+1 for every right answer -0.25 for every wrong answer

MAT Exam Pattern 2024 Section-wise Details

MAT exam pattern 2024 has 5 sections - language comprehension, intelligence and critical reasoning, mathematical skills, data analysis and sufficiency, and Indian and global environment. There are 40 questions in each section. The following table lists the section-wise MAT exam pattern details:

Section	Questions	Time Needed	Important Topics
Language Comprehension	40	30 minutes	Verbal Ability Reading comprehension Para jumbles Errors
Intelligence and Critical Reasoning	40	35 minutes	Critical reasoning Relationships Non-verbal reasoning Patterns and series
Mathematical Skills	40	40 minutes	Arithmetic Algebra Trigonometry Geometry Mensuration
Data Analysis and Sufficiency	40	30 minutes	Graphs Charts Diagrams
Indian and Global Environment	40	15 minutes	General Knowledge Current affairs National and international events
Total	200	150	-

MAT 2024 Marking Scheme

Candidates must know the MAT marking scheme to determine their exam strategy. There is a 0.25 negative mark in MAT 2024. Candidates lose 1 mark for four wrong answers. So they must be careful while answering the MBA entrance exam.

Total Number of Questions	200
Total Marks	200
Marks for Every Correct Answer	+1
Marks for Every Wrong Answer	-0.25
Marks for Every Unanswered Question	0

MAT Difficulty Level

Based on the MAT previous year's question paper trends, here are the MAT exam difficulty levels:

Section	Weightage	Difficulty Level	Good Attempts
Language Comprehension	40	Easy to Moderate	24-29
Intelligence and Critical Reasoning	40	Moderate	23-25
Mathematical Skills	40	Moderate to Difficult	27-29
Data Analysis and Sufficiency	40	Moderate	29-31
Indian and Global Environment	40	Moderate to Difficult	14-17
Total	200	Moderate	120-130

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People Also Ask:

Ques. How do I start preparing for MAt?

Ans. For MAT preparation, candidates must know the MAT exam pattern and syllabus, follow a timetable, have a strong conceptual base, read good preparation books and newspapers, solve MAT question papers and mock tests, make notes, and revise regularly.

Ques. What is the syllabus for the MAT exam?

Ans. MAT syllabus has topics from five sections - language comprehension, intelligence and critical reasoning, mathematical skills, data analysis and sufficiency, and Indian and global environment.

Ques. What is the exam duration of MAT 2024?

Ans. MAT exam duration is 150 minutes.

Ques. What mode is the MAT exam conducted in?

Ans. MAT exam is conducted in three modes - IBT (Internet Based Test), PBT (Paper Based Test), and CBT (Computer Based Test).

MAT 2024 Syllabus

Candidates are advised to know the MAT syllabus, topics under each section, important topics, weightage, etc. Here are some topics covered in the MAT syllabus 2024:

Section	Topics
Language Comprehension	synonyms, antonyms, contextual usage, analogies, one-word substitution, idioms and phrases, para jumbles, para completion, fill in the blanks, error corrections, arranging jumbled words, reading comprehension, verbal reasoning
Intelligence and Critical Reasoning	analogy, blood relation, syllogism, assumptions, inferences, arguments, statement and conclusions, cause and effect, truth and false, series, cubes, clocks, seating arrangement, directions, critical reasoning
Mathematical Skills	arithmetic, ratio proportion, percentage, profit and loss, simple and compound interest, number system, distance speed and time, permutation and combination, mixtures and allegation, geometry, trigonometry, algebra
Data Analysis and Sufficiency	graphs, charts, venn diagram, data sufficiency, bar diagrams, pie charts, data analysis
Indian and Global Environment	current affairs, general knowledge, Constitution of India, international organisation, monetary and economic policies

MAT 2024 Preparation Tips

Consistent preparation for MAT is of key importance. Here are some MAT Preparation Strategies for candidates to follow:

Know the MAT exam pattern and syllabus in detail.
Use the latest edition of MAT preparation books.
Have conceptual clarity of the topics.
Focus on weaker topics.
Practice from MAT question papers.
Solve full-length and sectional MAT mock tests.
Analyze the performance in these sample papers and improve accordingly.
Refer to online resources like YouTube, apps, and websites for better understanding.
Learn shortcuts, tricks, and formulae to attempt questions faster.

MAT Section-wise Preparation Tips

All MAT sections have equal weightage. Therefore candidates should put equal focus on all sections. They must thoroughly understand the overall MAT exam pattern and syllabus. Here are some MAT 2024 section-wise preparation tips:

Sections	MAT Preparation Tips
Language Comprehension	Read books, articles, etc. to improve vocabulary. Improve knowledge of English grammar and rules. Practice from varying sources to solve questions of varying difficulty. Practice comprehension frequently.
Intelligence and Critical Reasoning	Improve critical thinking and time management. Practice the section from different mock tests and sample papers. Identify tricks and tips for patterns and series.
Mathematical Skills	Have a strong foundation of the topics. Solve sample question papers and mock tests frequently. Learn shortcuts, tricks, and formulae. Revise regularly.
Data Analysis and Sufficiency	Refer to good preparation books and sample questions designed for MAT. Solve questions of varying difficulty levels. Practice MAT question papers and mock tests.
Indian and Global Environment	Read daily newspapers and credible online news websites. Keep track of national and global events. Prepare for GK and general awareness. Read business, finance, and similar magazines. Make notes and revise regularly.

MAT Recommended Books

Multiple MAT study materials are available for candidates. Choose the most relevant books that follow the updated MAT exam pattern, syllabus, and important topics. Here are some recommended books for MAT preparation:

Sections	Books
Language Comprehension	How to Prepare for VARC by Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay General Objective English by Arihant Publications Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis English Comprehension for MAT by Disha Publication
Intelligence and Critical Reasoning	Modern Approach for Logical Reasoning by R S Aggarwal General Intelligence and Critical Reasoning by Disha Publications Logical Reasoning for CAT by Nishit K Sinha How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for CAT by Arun Sharma
Mathematical Skills	How to Prepare for QA for CAT by Arun Sharma Quantum CAT by S K Verma Quantitative Aptitude by RS Aggarwal Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude by Dinesh Khattar
Data Analysis and Sufficiency	Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency by Disha Publications Data Interpretation & Analysis and Data Sufficiency by Kiran Prakashan Publishers How to Prepare for DI for MAT by Arun Sharma
Indian and Global Environment	General Knowledge by Lucent Publications General Knowledge by Manohar Pandey Manorama English Yearbook by Mammen Mathew

MAT 2024 Exam Pattern FAQs

Ques. How many questions are there in MAT?

Ans. MAT exam pattern consists of 200 questions divided into 5 sections.

Ques. What is the MAT exam pattern 2024?

Ans. MAT exam pattern 2024 has 5 sections with 40 questions in each section. There are 3 modes of MAT exam - PBT, CBT, and IBT.

Ques. What is the passing marks of MAT?

Ans. There are no specific passing marks for MAT. Selection is made based on the average performance, exam difficulty, and cutoff.

Ques. How many months is required for MAT preparation?

Ans. MAT preparation requires around 4 to 6 months.

Ques. How many questions should I attempt in the MAT exam?

Ans. Generally, candidates can attempt around 140 correct questions to meet the cutoff.

Ques. Is the MAT exam tougher than CAT?

Ans. MAT exam is considered to be comparatively easier than CAT.

Ques. What is the MAT exam marking scheme?

Ans. Candidates score one mark for every correct answer and lose 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.

Ques. What is MAT total marks 2024?

Ans. The total marks for MAT 2024 is 200.

Ques. What is MAT sectional weightage?

Ans. All sections of MAT have equal weightage with 40 questions in each section.

Ques. What is the MAT exam difficulty level?

Ans. MAT difficulty level is generally moderate.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.