Overview:  Tens of thousands of students take the MAT (Management Aptitude Test) exam annually. Before you start your MBA path, Embark yourself with the MAT Exam Fees.

What is the MAT Exam?

The All India Management Association (AIMA) administers the MAT (Management Aptitude Test) test, a national entrance test, to candidates for admission to different MBA and related management programmes provided by Indian business schools.

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Table Of Content

1. MAT Exam Highlights
2. MAT Exam Registration fees
3. MAT Exam Form Fees
4. MAT Exam Fee Detail
5. MAT Exam Scheduled fee
6. MAT Exam Retake Fee
7. MAT Exam Fee Structure
8. MAT Exam Fees – Fees Refund Process of NMIMS in case of Withdrawal/Cancellation of Admission
9. MAT Exam fees for SC (Scheduled Castes)
10. Conclusion

MAT Exam Highlights

The key highlights of the MAT (Management Aptitude Test) Exam conducted by AIMA (All India Management Association) for your reference:

1. Test Format:
   • Conducted in both computer-based (online) and paper-based (offline) modes.
2. Frequency:
   • Held 4 times a year (February, May, September, December).
3. Scoring System:
   • Scored on a scale of 199 to 801, with each section contributing to the overall score.
4. Acceptance:
   • Scores accepted by various management institutes and B-Schools across India.
5. Sectional Weightage:
   • Sections include Language Comprehension, Mathematical Skills, Data Analysis & Sufficiency, Intelligence & Critical Reasoning, Indian & Global Environment.
6. Negative Marking:
   • No negative marking for wrong answers, encouraging attempts on all questions.

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MAT Exam Registration

To register for the MAT exam, you can follow these general steps. 

1. Visit the Official AIMA-MAT Website: Go to the AIMA MAT official website (https://www.aima.in).

2. Create an Account: If you are a new user, you will need to create an account. Click on the registration link and fill in the required details to create your login credentials.

3. Fill the Application Form: Log in with your newly created credentials and complete the application form. You will need to provide personal details, educational qualifications, and other relevant information.

4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned images of your photograph and signature as per the specifications mentioned on the website.

5. Choose Test Mode and Test Cities: Select whether you want to take the test in the Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode or the Paper-Based Test (PBT) mode. You will also need to select your preferred test cities.

6. Select Management Institutes: Choose the management institutes where you want to send your MAT score. You can select up to five institutes without any additional cost.

7. Make Payment: Pay the registration fee through the available online payment modes such as credit card, debit card, net banking, or wallet.

8. Review and Submit: Review all the details you have entered in the application form for accuracy. Once you are sure that all the information is correct, submit the form.

9. Acknowledge Receipt: After submitting the form, you will receive an acknowledgment to your registered email address. Keep this acknowledgment safe for future reference.

10. Download Admit Card: On the specified date, download the admit card from the AIMA website using your login credentials.

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Particulars	MAT Exam Fees
MAT Registration Fees	INR 1650 + applicable taxes
MAT Rescheduling Fees	INR 1100 + applicable taxes
MAT Retake Fees	INR 1650 + applicable taxes
Additional fees to share MAT Score	INR 118 per Score Report + applicable taxes

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MAT Exam Form Fees

Mode of Exam	Fee for One Exam Attempt (INR)	Fee for Two Exam Attempts (INR)
Single Mode (PBT, CBT, or IBT)	2,100	3,300
Two Modes (e.g., PBT+CBT, IBT+IBT)	-	3,300

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MAT Exam Fees Details

The fee for the MAT (Management Aptitude Test) exam is as follows:

• For one MAT exam in any mode (CBT, IBT, or PBT), the fee is Rs.2100/-
• For two MAT exams in any mode, the fee is Rs.3300/-

The payment for the MAT exam fee can be made online through Credit Card/Debit Card (ATM Card), Net Banking, UPI, or Paytm wallet.

Please note that the last date to pay the MAT exam fee is the same as the last date to apply for the respective mode of the MAT exam.

MAT Exam Schedule fees – Scheduling Process

The MAT exam schedule fees and scheduling process are as follows:

• The initial registration fee for the MAT exam is INR 2,100 for a single attempt.
• Candidates can register for the MAT exam online through the official website of MAT.
• Candidates can choose their preferred test date and test center during the registration process.
• The last day to schedule an exam is 10 days prior to the exam day.
• Candidates can reschedule their exam date and/or test center for a fee of INR 1,100.
• Candidates can cancel their exam registration and receive a refund of INR 1,000 if they cancel more than 15 days before the exam date.
• Candidates who cancel their exam registration less than 15 days before the exam date will not receive a refund.
• Candidates who do not show up for their scheduled exam will not receive a refund.
• Candidates can avail of the Fee Assistance Program if they have extreme financial limitations.
• The Fee Assistance Program provides benefits such as discounted fees and free MCAT Official Prep products.
• Candidates must receive final approval for the Fee Assistance Program before selecting their test date and location.
• Candidates can contact the AAMC for more information about the Fee Assistance Program.

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MAT Exam Retake Fees – Retake process

The MAT exam retake fees and process are as follows:

• Candidates can retake the MAT exam after a gap of 30 days from the date of their previous attempt.
• The retake fees for the MAT exam is INR 1,650.
• Candidates can register for the retake exam through the official website of MAT.
• Candidates will have to fill in the application form and pay the retake fees to register for the exam.
• Candidates can choose the test center and date for their retake exam during the registration process.
• Candidates will receive their admit card for the retake exam through email.
• Candidates will have to carry their admit card and a valid photo ID to the test center on the day of the exam.
• Candidates can check their retake exam results on the official website of MAT

MAT Exam Fees Structure  

Course	Fees (in lakhs approximate) for 2 years	MAT Exam Fees (INR)
MBA Core	24	2,100 (Single Attempt)
MBA HR	24	2,100 (Single Attempt)
MBA Pharmaceutical Management	15	2,100 (Single Attempt)
MBA Business Analytics	20	2,100 (Single Attempt)
MBA Digital Transformation	20	2,100 (Single Attempt)

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 MAT Exam Fees – Financial Assistance By NMIMS

Exam Type	Fees for OBC Candidates (INR)
Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT)	1,450
Paper Based Test (PBT)	1,450
Computer Based Test (CBT)	1,450
Paper Based Test and Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (PBT+IBT)	2,450
Double Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT+IBT)	2,450
Computer Based Test and Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (CBT+IBT)	2,450
Paper Based Test and Computer Based Test (PBT+CBT)	2,450

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Mat exam fees for SC (Scheduled Castes)

Exam Type	Fees for SC Candidates (INR)
Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT)	1,250
Paper Based Test (PBT)	1,250
Computer Based Test (CBT)	1,250
Paper Based Test and Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (PBT+IBT)	2,150
Double Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (IBT+IBT)	2,150
Computer Based Test and Remote Proctored Internet Based Test (CBT+IBT)	2,150
Paper Based Test and Computer Based Test (PBT+CBT)	2,150

MAT Exam Fees – Financial Assistance By NMIMS

NMIMS provides financial assistance to students coming from economically weaker backgrounds. The university has published a list of banks on its official website, along with their respective schemes. Students can choose the scheme that best fits their requirements and enroll in it.

MAT Exam Fees – Fees Refund Process of NMIMS in case of Withdrawal/Cancellation of Admission

To cancel or withdraw your admission, you can choose to do so voluntarily for any reason. The process for online admission cancellation can be found on the NMIMS website at https://upload.nmims.edu/admission/cancellation/.

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Conclusion:

• The MAT exam fee is a crucial aspect to consider when planning to take the exam.
• It's essential to be aware of the fee structure for different categories of candidates, including SC/ST/PwD and General candidates.
• Proper budgeting and financial planning are necessary to cover the exam fee comfortably.
• Understanding the MAT exam fee ensures a smooth registration process and avoids any last-minute complications.
• Adequate preparation and timely payment of the exam fee contribute to a stress-free exam experience.