MAT 2025 PBT Exam on December 13: Paper-Based Test is Two Days Away
The final countdown has begun for candidates appearing in the Paper-Based Test (PBT) mode of the Management Aptitude Test (MAT) December 2025 session. Conducted by the All India Management Association (AIMA), the MAT 2025 PBT exam is scheduled for Saturday, December 13, 2025, across multiple test centres nationwide.
The examination will be conducted in a single session from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, lasting two hours. All candidates who registered for the PBT mode are reminded that the Admit Cards were released on December 10, 2025, and downloading them immediately is mandatory.
Final Exam Day Checklist and Timings
Aspirants must strictly adhere to the instructions mentioned on the Admit Card and plan to arrive at the centre well ahead of time.
| Activity | Time | Critical Note |
|---|---|---|
| Reporting Time (Tentative) | 8:30 AM | Arrive early for security checks and document verification. |
| Gate Closing Time | 9:30 AM | Strictly enforced: No entry permitted after this time. |
| Exam Start Time | 10:00 AM | The test duration is 120 minutes. |
| Exam End Time | 12:00 PM | Candidates must hand over the Question Booklet and OMR Sheet to the invigilator. |
Mandatory Documents for Entry
Entry into the examination hall is strictly prohibited without the following original documents:
- MAT 2025 PBT Admit Card: Two printed copies of the Admit Card, with a recent passport-size photograph (preferably the one uploaded in the application) affixed in the designated space. Digital copies are not accepted.
- Valid Photo ID (Original): Any one original, valid government-issued photo identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving License, or Passport).
PBT Mode Specific Instructions
As the exam is paper-based, candidates must carry the following stationery items:
- Blue or Black Ballpoint Pens (Two): Essential for marking answers on the OMR Answer Sheet. Accurate shading of the options is crucial, as the sheet is machine-scanned.
- Prohibited Items: Strictly avoid carrying mobile phones, electronic gadgets (including calculators and smartwatches), bags, books, notes, or any personal belongings into the test centre. Rough sheets will be provided inside the examination hall.
Understanding the Exam Pattern
The MAT exam is a 120-minute test consisting of 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) distributed across five sections, with 30 questions in each section.
| Section Name | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Language Comprehension | 30 | 30 |
| Intelligence and Critical Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Data Analysis & Data Sufficiency | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematical Skills | 30 | 30 |
| Indian & Global Environment | 30 | 30 |
The marking scheme provides +1 mark for every correct answer and a penalty of -0.25 marks for every incorrect answer. Candidates must carefully manage the two-hour duration, as there is no sectional time limit, allowing for flexible movement between sections.
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