MAT Exam Overview: – Four phases: February, May, September, December – Modes: PBT, CBT, IBT – Conducted by AIMA

Key Dates for February 2024 Session: – PBT: Feb 25, CBT: Mar 10, IBT: Feb 24, Mar 3, Mar 8 – Registration Ends: PBT - Feb 20, CBT - Mar 5, IBT - Feb 21, Feb 29, Mar 5

MAT Eligibility Criteria: – Graduate in any stream – Final year students eligible – CA, CS, or ICWA degree holders can apply

Exam Pattern and Duration: – MCQ-based, 2.5 hours, 200 questions – Sections: Language Comprehension, Data Analysis, Mathematical Skills, Reasoning, Global Environment – Marking Scheme: +1 for correct, -0.25 for incorrect

MAT Registration Process: – Visit mat.aima.in – Register, verify phone, pay fee (INR 2,100 per mode) – Select exam mode, test cities, fill form, upload photo/signature – Choose five institutes to send scores

Syllabus: – Language Comprehension, Intelligence & Critical Reasoning, Data Analysis & Sufficiency, Mathematical Skills, Indian & Global Environment

Preparation: – Recommended 3-6 months – Specific preparation articles for each section available