The All India Management Association (AIMA) is accepting applications for the September session of the Management Aptitude Test (MAT) 2026. Registration is available through the official MAT portal for both Paper-Based Test (PBT) and Computer-Based Test (CBT) modes.
For the PBT mode, candidates can register until September 7, 2026. The PBT admit card is scheduled for release from 5 PM on September 10, 2026, while the examination takes place on September 13, 2026. For the CBT mode, the registration deadline is September 14, 2026. The CBT admit card becomes available from 5 PM on September 17, 2026, and the test is scheduled for September 20, 2026.
Graduates and final-year undergraduate students are eligible to apply for MAT. The application fee is INR 2,300 for either PBT or CBT. Candidates choosing both test modes pay an additional INR 1,700, bringing the total fee to INR 4,000.
Applicants need to register online, verify their details, choose the test mode and centres, upload the required photograph and signature, select management institutes, enter personal and academic information, and pay the application fee. Candidates should complete registration before the applicable deadline and follow the official MAT portal for updates.
Key highlights:
- MAT 2026 September registration is underway for PBT and CBT modes.
- PBT registration closes on September 7, 2026, and the exam is held on September 13, 2026.
- CBT registration closes on September 14, 2026, and the exam is held on September 20, 2026.
- The application fee is INR 2,300 for one test mode and INR 4,000 for both modes.
- Graduates and final-year undergraduate students can apply.
Candidates should visit the official website of AIMA MAT for complete registration instructions, eligibility details, and the latest exam schedule. Check the official portal regularly for authoritative updates related to MAT 2026 applications, admit cards, and examinations.