MAT Exam Registration 2026 (Started): Check Fees, Form Process, Last Date

MAT registration 2026 is now available for the September exam. Candidates can complete the MAT application form online through the AIMA MAT website by paying the prescribed fee before the deadline. AIMA will conduct a special MAT PBT exam on September 6, 2026, for candidates wishing to get admission in the respective management institutes. The process is going on, and applications can be made till September 1, 2026. The deadline for MAT PBT application is September 7, whereas the deadline for MAT CBT application is September 14, 2026.

MAT exam is conducted multiple times a year, typically in February, May, September and December. The procedure of MAT registration is similar for all sessions. For candidates with an existing MAT login ID, it is possible to register for various exam sessions using the same credentials. Use the instructions given below to fill up the MAT application form 2026.

• Visit the official AIMA MAT website and click on the Register option.
• Enter your name, mobile number, email ID, state/city and create a password. Review the details and click Submit.
• An OTP will be sent to the registered mobile number for verification.
• Enter the OTP to verify your mobile number and complete the registration.
• Log in using the credentials sent to your registered email ID.
• Fill in the required personal, academic and address details in the application form.
• Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
• Select up to five MBA colleges from the available list. Candidates choosing more than five institutes may have to pay an additional fee.
• Pay the MAT application fee of INR 2,300 using a debit card, credit card or net banking.
• Review all the details entered in the application form and make corrections, if required.
• Accept the declaration by selecting the declaration checkbox and submit the application form.
• Save and download the MAT application confirmation page for future reference.

Before applying for MAT test, candidates should check the prescribed eligibility requirements. MAT 2026 eligibility criteria basically depend on the educational qualification. Candidates do not need any minimum percentage for applying to the exam. Check the below table for MAT eligibility criteria 2026:

Candidates should also check the eligibility requirements of their preferred MAT-accepting colleges, as the minimum academic criteria may vary from one institute to another.

MAT exam is conducted by AIMA several times throughout the year in various forms such as PBT and CBT. The candidates wishing to take MAT 2026 September test need to be informed about the deadlines of registration, admit cards, and tests. The table below provides the complete MAT 2026 exam dates and schedule.

Candidates are required to pay the MAT application fees along with the submission of their registration form. Payment can be made online by means of credit/debit card, net banking, or mobile wallets. The fee depends on whether the applicant has chosen to take either one or both the forms of MAT tests. Check the table for MAT registration fees 2026.

Candidate needs to prepare the mandatory documents before the start of MAT application process 2026. While submitting the application form, candidates need to upload their recently taken passport size photo and their signature as per the prescribed format. The mandatory specifications are as follows:

Candidates should ensure that the uploaded files meet the prescribed MAT 2026 document specifications to avoid errors during application form submission.

Students must be very careful before completing the MAT application form 2026. Since there is no scope for correcting the submitted form later on, any mistake can cause difficulty in the admission process. Here are some things that one must keep in mind while completing the application form:

• Carefully fill in all the details and ensure the accuracy of the information since there is no scope for correcting the form after submission.
• Check the entire application form carefully before clicking the 'Submit' button.
• Enter personal details exactly as mentioned in your government-issued ID documents, as these details may be used during the admission process.
• Check the MAT eligibility criteria 2026 before applying. Applications from candidates who do not meet the prescribed eligibility requirements may be rejected.
• The MAT application fee is non-refundable and cannot be claimed back once paid.
• Candidates appearing for MAT in multiple exam sessions or phases need to complete the registration process separately and pay the applicable MAT fee for each session.
• Candidates can also combine two MAT sessions in the same examination phase by paying an additional fee of INR 1,600.

MAT 2026 Application Form Filling: Common Mistakes to Avoid

MAT application form 2026 can no longer be edited once the final submission is made. Candidates are thus advised to thoroughly go through all details and make sure that they do not make the following errors while filling out the application form:

• Use your name as it appears on your Class 10 certificate or date of birth certificate.
  
• Choose the PBT/CBT test city according to your convenience. and availability, as the selected preference may be treated as final.
• Verify the fee payment status after completing the transaction. The application process will not be considered complete until the required fee has been successfully paid.
• Provide a valid and active email ID and mobile number, as AIMA will use these details for important notifications and communication.
• Upload the photograph and signature in the prescribed file format, size and specifications. Incorrect or unclear uploads may lead to errors or rejection of the application.