The All India Management Association (AIMA) has set September 14, 2026 as the final deadline for online registration for the Management Aptitude Test (MAT) September 2026 Computer-Based Test (CBT). Candidates who have not yet applied must complete the process today on the official portal mat.aima.in. No extension is expected.
MAT is a national-level entrance exam accepted by 600+ B-schools across India for admission to MBA and PGDM programmes. It is conducted multiple times a year (typically February, May, September, December) in both Paper-Based Test (PBT) and Computer-Based Test (CBT) modes.
Key Dates for MAT September 2026 CBT
| Event | Date |
| Registration Window | Opened June 22 / early July 2026 – Closes September 14, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | September 17, 2026 (from 5:00 PM onwards) |
| CBT Exam Date | September 20, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Result Declaration | Last week of September 2026 |
(Note: PBT registration closed earlier on September 7, with the PBT exam held on September 13, 2026. Candidates who registered for PBT can still opt for CBT at a concessional rate in some cases.)
Application Fee
- Single mode (PBT or CBT): INR 2,300
- Both modes (PBT + CBT): INR 4,000
Fee is non-refundable and payable online via credit/debit card, net banking, UPI, or wallets. Candidates opting for both modes can select up to 7 management institutes for score reporting (instead of the usual 5).
How to Apply (Last-Minute Steps)
- Visit mat.aima.in.
- Click on the MAT September 2026 registration / Apply link.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number; create login credentials (MAT ID will be sent via email/SMS).
- Fill personal, academic, and contact details.
- Select preferred test mode (CBT), test city, and up to 5 (or 7 if dual mode) B-schools.
- Upload scanned photograph (10–50 KB) and signature (5–20 KB).
- Pay the fee and submit.
- Download the confirmation page and keep the MAT ID/password safe.
Essential documents ready: Valid email ID, scanned photo & signature, payment details.
Exam Pattern
- Total Questions: 150 (Objective type)
- Duration: 120 minutes (no sectional time limit)
- Sections (30 questions each):
- Language Comprehension
- Intelligence and Critical Reasoning
- Mathematical Skills
- Data Analysis and Sufficiency
- Economic and Business Environment
- Marking: +1 for correct answer; –0.25 for incorrect answer
- All five sections contribute to the overall score.
- CBT is conducted at authorised computer centres in multiple cities across India (Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Pune, and many more).
Eligibility
- Graduates in any discipline from a recognised university.
- Final-year graduation students can also apply.
- No minimum percentage required by AIMA (individual institutes may have their own criteria).
Live Updates (as of September 14, 2026)
- Registration is closing today — complete fee payment and form submission before the portal shuts.
- Admit cards for CBT will be available for download from September 17, 2026 (5 PM onwards) on the candidate dashboard.
- Results expected by the last week of September 2026; scores can be downloaded from the applicant dashboard.
- Candidates are advised to check the official website regularly for any last-minute notifications regarding test centres or schedule.
Official Website: mat.aima.in
MAT September 2026 CBT Registration Closes Today (September 14, 2026); Live Updates FAQs
When will the MAT September 2026 CBT exam be held?
September 20, 2026 (Sunday).
What is the last date to register for MAT September 2026 CBT?
September 14, 2026 (today). Complete the form and fee payment before the deadline; no extension is expected.
When will the CBT admit card be released?
September 17, 2026, from 5:00 PM onwards. Download it from mat.aima.in using your MAT ID and password.
What is the application fee for MAT CBT?
INR 2,300 for CBT only. If you also want PBT (already closed), it is INR 4,000 for both modes.
Can final-year graduation students apply for MAT 2026?
Yes. Final-year students of graduate courses are eligible. You will need to submit proof of graduation later as required by the institutes.
What is the exam pattern and marking scheme?
150 questions (30 per section) in 120 minutes. +1 for correct, –0.25 for wrong answers. All sections count toward the score.
How many B-schools can I select while filling the form?
Up to 5 institutes. If you register for both PBT and CBT, you can select up to 7.
What should I do if I face payment issues or need help with registration today?
Retry the payment or contact AIMA helpline.
Is there any age limit or minimum percentage required for MAT?
No age limit and no minimum percentage prescribed by AIMA. Individual B-schools may have their own cut-offs (often 50% for general category).
Can I appear for both PBT and CBT in the September session?
Yes, if you registered for PBT earlier and now add CBT (or registered for both initially) by paying the dual-mode fee. The exams are on different dates (PBT on Sept 13, CBT on Sept 20).