MAT 2026 PBT Registration Closes Today: Check Eligibility, Fees, Exam Pattern and How to Apply

MAT is a national-level entrance test for MBA and other management courses. It is held by AIMA (All India Management Association). Scores are accepted by hundreds of business schools across India. For the current cycle, MAT 2026 PBT registration (paper-based test) will close today. After the deadline, the website will not accept new forms for this PBT slot. So, students who still want to appear in this MAT attempt must complete the form now.

MAT 2026 PBT: Important Dates and Test Modes

MAT is special because it is held in different modes and also in different months in a year. However, this news is mainly about the paper-based test (PBT) for one specific session.

The exact dates are always given in the AIMA notification. Still, the table below gives a simple snapshot of what candidates need to remember for this PBT round.

MAT 2026 PBT – Key Dates (One Session, As per AIMA Schedule)

*Always confirm the exact dates and times on mat.aima.in.

MAT also runs in CBT (computer-based) and IBT (internet-based, at home) modes. But if you are choosing only PBT this time, you must finish registration today.

Who Can Apply for MAT 2026 PBT? (Eligibility)

Even though this article uses very simple language, MAT is actually for graduates and final-year degree students. Still, younger school students may read it to plan early.

Basic points for MAT eligibility:

• You must have a bachelor’s degree in any stream
• Or you must be in the final year of your degree course
• There is no fixed minimum percentage set by AIMA (but some colleges may have their own rules)
• There is no age limit given by AIMA for MAT

So, if you are in Class 10 or Class 12 now, you cannot apply yet. But you can keep this information in mind for future MBA plans.

How to Fill MAT 2026 PBT Application Form Online

The MAT 2026 PBT form is filled online only, through the official AIMA MAT website. The process is not hard, but on the last date the site may be busy. Therefore, you should follow these steps slowly and carefully.

Keep ready: A working email ID, mobile number, scanned photo, scanned signature, and card / net banking / UPI for fee payment.

Step-by-Step MAT 2026 PBT Registration Process

If payment fails, do not pay again very fast. First check your bank SMS and the “payment status” page. Then follow AIMA’s advice written on the site.

MAT 2026 Application Fee and Mode Options

Many students also want to know the fee and whether they can take more than one mode. AIMA usually allows you to choose one mode or two modes together (for example, PBT + CBT).

MAT 2026 Application Fee Pattern (Indicative)

*Real fee for 2026 session will be given on mat.aima.in.

If you want only PBT this time, you pay the single-mode fee. But if you also want CBT later in the same cycle, you may select combined option and pay the higher fee.

MAT 2026 PBT Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme

Knowing the exam pattern early helps you prepare in a smart way. The MAT PBT pattern is usually the same as CBT, only the mode is different (paper vs computer).

MAT 2026 PBT – Basic Exam Pattern (Expected)

• Total time is usually 150 minutes
• There is often negative marking (for example, -0.25 for a wrong answer)

You should check the exact pattern for 2026 on the official site, but the overall style rarely changes much.

Last-Day Tips: Mistakes to Avoid in MAT Registration

Because today is the last date for MAT 2026 PBT registration, small mistakes can cost you this attempt. So, it is helpful to keep a checklist.

You should:

• Check spelling of your name and father’s name
• Make sure your email and mobile number are active
• Confirm that you have chosen PBT in the mode list
• Pick a test city that you can reach easily on exam day
• Upload a clear photo, not an old or blurred one
• Save and print the confirmation page as proof

If you are still not sure, quickly talk to a senior, a teacher or an elder at home before you press “Final Submit”. After the last date and time, you may not get any extra chance for this cycle.