The MAT PBT Exam 2026 is being conducted today, September 13, 2026, for the September session. The exam is being held in paper-based mode, while the MAT CBT Exam 2026 is scheduled for September 20. The PBT admit card was released on September 10, and candidates appearing today must carry the required documents and follow the instructions printed on the admit card.
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MAT PBT Exam 2026: Latest Updates
| Particular | Details |
| Exam name | MAT September 2026 |
| Exam mode | Paper-Based Test |
| MAT PBT exam date | September 13, 2026 |
| Exam duration | 120 minutes |
| Total questions | 150 |
| Total sections | 5 |
| Negative marking | 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer |
| Next exam | MAT CBT on September 20, 2026 |
| Result | Expected by the last week of September 2026 |
Note: The MAT PBT registration window closed on September 7. Candidates who did not register for PBT cannot apply for today's examination.
MAT Exam Pattern 2026
The MAT question paper contains 150 questions divided equally among five sections. Each section carries 30 questions.
| Section | Questions |
| Language Comprehension | 30 |
| Intelligence and Critical Reasoning | 30 |
| Mathematical Skills | 30 |
| Data Analysis and Sufficiency | 30 |
| Economic and Business Environment | 30 |
| Total | 150 |
The total examination time is 120 minutes. Candidates should keep track of time across the sections because the paper requires them to manage reading, calculation and reasoning questions within the same overall duration.
For the complete syllabus, eligibility criteria and marking scheme, read the MAT Exam 2026 page.
MAT Exam Analysis 2026
The MAT Exam Analysis 2026 will be based on candidate reactions after the PBT examination. The initial review will cover the overall difficulty level, section-wise difficulty, important topics and the number of questions considered manageable.
MAT Question Paper 2026 and Memory-Based Questions
Memory-based questions may become available after candidates leave the examination centres. These questions can help CBT candidates understand the type of questions asked in the September session.
However, recalled questions should not be treated as the official MAT question paper. The difficulty level and topic distribution may also differ between the PBT and CBT papers.
MAT CBT Exam 2026: Registration and Admit Card
The next MAT CBT Exam 2026 will be held on September 20, 2026. Candidates who have not appeared for PBT can register for CBT until September 14, 2026.
| CBT Event | Date |
| CBT registration last date | September 14, 2026 |
| CBT admit card | September 17, 2026, from 5 PM onwards |
| CBT exam date | September 20, 2026 |
| CBT result | By the last week of September 2026 |
Note: The registration fee is INR 2,300 for one test mode. Candidates opting for both PBT and CBT are required to pay INR 4,000.
MAT Result 2026
The MAT September 2026 result is expected to be released by the last week of September 2026. AIMA will publish the result for candidates who appear in the September PBT and CBT sessions after completion of the examination cycle.
Once released, candidates can check their MAT Result 2026 through the official AIMA MAT website using their login credentials. The result will provide the candidate's MAT score and percentile details.
MAT Scorecard 2026: Details to Check
| Scorecard Detail | Information |
| Candidate details | Name and other exam details |
| MAT score | Section-wise and overall score details |
| Percentile | Overall percentile |
| Test session | September 2026 session |
| Validity | MAT score is valid for one year |
Note: The result date is currently listed by AIMA as by the last week of September 2026. The exact release date should be confirmed once AIMA publishes the result notice.
MAT September 2026: Upcoming Dates
For the complete result schedule and score-related information, refer to the MAT Exam 2026 page.
| Event | Date |
| MAT PBT Exam | September 13, 2026 |
| CBT Registration Last Date | September 14, 2026 |
| CBT Admit Card | September 17, 2026 |
| MAT CBT Exam | September 20, 2026 |
| MAT September Result | By last week of September 2026 |
MAT Exam FAQs
When is the MAT PBT Exam 2026?
The MAT PBT Exam 2026 is being conducted on September 13, 2026.
What is the MAT CBT Exam 2026 date?
The MAT CBT Exam 2026 will be conducted on September 20, 2026.
Is MAT PBT registration still open?
No. MAT PBT registration closed on September 7, 2026. Candidates can still register for the September CBT until September 14.
When will the MAT CBT admit card 2026 be released?
The MAT CBT admit card 2026 is scheduled to be released on September 17, 2026, from 5 PM onwards.
What is the MAT exam duration 2026?
The MAT exam duration is 120 minutes for both PBT and CBT modes.
How many questions are asked in the MAT Exam 2026?
The MAT Exam 2026 contains 150 questions across five sections.
What is the MAT negative marking scheme?
MAT carries a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.
When will the MAT September 2026 result be released?
The MAT September 2026 result is expected by the last week of September 2026.
Where can I check the MAT Exam Analysis 2026?
The MAT Exam Analysis 2026 will be updated on this page after the PBT examination with verified student reactions, section-wise difficulty and good attempts.
