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MAT 2020 Examination Registration Process

MAT Registration 2020 for May- You can Apply Now for CBT and PBT Mode

The registration process for both PBT and CBT mode of the May exam of MAT 2020 has commenced. The last date for registration for CBT mode is April 26, 2020, and May 10, 2020, for PBT mode. Registration can be done through AIMA’s official website of MAT exam and is the same for both CBT and PBT mode.

Candidates have to create a login ID, fill an application form and pay the requisite fees to complete the MAT 2020 registration process. The CBT mode exam will be held on May 03, 2020, and the PBT mode on May 16, 2020.

Here’s everything you need to know about the MAT 2020 registration cum application process including dates, fees and documents needed to fill the form.

MAT 2020 Registration Dates for May Exam

The table below has all the important dates regarding the May exam of MAT 2020.

EventMAT May dates (CBT)MAT May dates (PBT)
Registration starts06-Mar-202006-Mar-2020
Last date to apply26-Apr-202010-May-2020
Availability of admit card28-Apr-202012-May-2020
MAT test date03-May-202016-May-2020

How to apply for MAT 2020?

The registration process can be done online. The process of MAT registration consists of the following five steps:

Step 1-MAT Online Registration 

  • Go to the official website of AIMA MAT and click on ‘register button
  • You will be directed to the registration page 

MAT registration window page

  • Click on ‘new user’ if you haven’t already registered yourself
  • Fill in the details like Name, Phone Number, Email ID, Date of Birth and set a password
  • Confirm details and click on submit button
  • Candidates will receive an OTP on the registered mobile number regarding the MAT exam registration
  • Login once more with the newly set password to complete the MAT online registration process

Step 2-Fill the MAT Application Form

  • Select the preferred mode of test i.e. CBT or PBT mode
  • Select test city
  • Enter personal details
  • Give your Email ID
  • Provide your correct address for correspondence

Step 3-Selection of MAT test centers

  • The MAT 2020 exam centers are different for PBT and CBT modes. Candidates can select up to 4 cities as their preferred test location.
  • Select locations in cities that are closest to you
  • The test centre allotted will be mentioned in the MAT 2020 admit card

Step 4-Upload Photo and Signature

Upload a scanned copy of your photograph and signature as per the following specifications:

DocumentsFile SizeSpecifications
PhotographMinimum size not less than 50 KB

Maximum size not more than 100 KB
Scanned copy of colour photograph recently taken (within 6 months)

JPEG/JPG format only
SignatureMinimum size not less than 10 KB

Maximum size not more than 25 KB
Scanned copy of signature in

black or blue inked pen only and in
JPEG/JPG format only

Step 5- Make Payment 

MAT registration fee can be paid online via credit card/debit card or net banking. The fees are shown below.

Test Mode/ModesMAT Application Fee (in Rs)
Single paper (either PBT or CBT)1550
Both PBT & CBT2650

How to recover your MAT login password?

If you forget your password, here’s what you need to do:

  • Click on the ‘Forgot password?’ link in the MAT login window
  • Enter the required details like e-mail address, mobile number and date of birth.
  • Click on the link sent to your registered email id to recover your password for MAT 2020

Checklist while filling the MAT 2020 Application Form

  • Candidates must ensure to enter the correct personal details like name, age, gender, phone number, educational qualifications, email, etc. Remember to go through the MAT eligibility 2020criteria before filling up the application form.
  • Remember to click on the ‘Save’ button while filling the MAT application form
  • Also, be certain to save the changes after you have made changes in the application form
  • Carefully verify all the details before the final submission of the form

Documents required for filling MAT 2020 application form

Keep the following documents handy while filling the application form:

  • Graduation mark sheet
  • Class 12th mark sheet
  • Class 10th mark sheet
  • Date of birth certificate
  • Credit card/debit card/internet banking details

Mistakes to avoid while filling the MAT application form

  • Your name should be spelt as per the official document only
  • Verify the status of your fee payment to ensure the application process is complete
  • The email ID, phone number and address given must be valid and accurate for future correspondence.
  • Upload the scanned image and signature according to the dimensions specified
  • Do not make any error in filling the MAT application form as changes cannot be made once the form is submitted. Thoroughly check your application form before submission.

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FAQs related to MAT Application Form

Q: Is there a difference between Computer Based Test and Paper Based Test?

A: The CBT mode is an online examination while in the PBT mode as the name suggests, the candidate will get a question paper and an OMR sheet to answer the questions.

Q: I am in the final year of my graduation; am I eligible to apply for the MAT 2020 exam?
 

A: Test takers in their final years of graduation (any stream) can apply for MAT exam. However, they are required to produce their marks sheets and their degree certificates at the time of admission.

Q: What is the registration fee for PBT mode and CBT mode?

A: The registration fee for both PBT and CBT mode is Rs 1550/-. However, if you register for both PBT and CBT mode, the total fee is Rs 2650.

Q: Is the MAT application form available offline?

A: Yes the offline form is only available at the AIMA office situated in New Delhi. They can fill in the form, paste a passport size photograph and submit the form along with the registration fee of Rs 1500/- for CBT/ PBT mode exam or Rs 2650/- for both PBT and CBT mode.

Q: I have opted for both PBT and CBT modes.  Will I receive two MAT admit cards?

A: A specific MAT admit card is issued for the Paper Based Test and Computer Based Test.

Q: When is the last date for the MAT PBT registration process?

A: The last date of MAT PBT mode exam is May 10, 2020.

Q: When is the last date of registration for MAT CBT?

A: The last date for MAT CBT mode registration is January 26, 2020.

Q: What details and documents are needed for the MAT online registration process?

A: Test takers need to correctly fill in their full name, date of birth, gender, nationality, address, email Id and mobile number to create a login ID. They will also need copies of their passport size photograph (greater than 50 KB but within 100 KB). Similarly, they will need to submit their digital signature (not less than 10 KB and not more than 25 KB).

Q: How do I pay the MAT registration fee online?

A: Test takers can pay the application fee of Rs 1550/- or Rs 2650/- (if they opt for both PBT and CBT mode exam) online via a credit card/ debit card or through net banking.

Q: Will my MAT application fee be refunded if I do not sit for the exam?

A: No. The registration fees will not be refunded at any costs.

Q: How many test centres can I select for the MAT exam?

A: Candidates can choose up to two exam centres (based on their preference in terms of nearest cities).

Q: When will the MAT 2020 May session be held?

A: TheMAT CBT 2020 May session will be held on May 3, 2020, and MAT PBT 2020 is scheduled for May 16, 2020.

Q: What are the modes available to a candidate applying for the MAT exam?

A: The MAT exam is conducted in two modes – PBT and CBT mode. Candidates can select their preference at the time of filling the application form.

Q: How many MIs participate in the MAT exam?

A: The total number of participating MIs keeps varying for each session of the MAT exam. All the MIs that participate for MAT exam are either approved by AICTE, Dec, University Affiliated College and University Department.

Q: How many MIs can be selected while registration?

A: Up to five MIs can be selected at a time while registering for MAT 2020 exam.

Q: Is there any difference between MAT PBT and CBT mode Exam?

A: There isn’t a major difference between the two modes. While in the CBT mode, the candidates give the exam on a computer, in the PBT mode, they give the exam offline, using pen and paper.

Q: Is there an age limit for MAT exam?

A: There is no age limit to give the MAT exam. You also do not need prior job experience.

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