Management Aptitude Test (MAT) February 2022 Exam Dates Announced

Management Aptitude Test (MAT) February 2022 Exam Dates Announced: Get the latest updates on important dates, PBT/IBT/CBT modes, and Top B-schools to add to your wish list with February 2022 MAT exam.

The All India Management Association (AIMA) has announced the important dates for MAT 2022 exam (February session). The MBA aspirants interested in appearing in this session of the MAT exam can now apply at the official website https://mat.aima.in/feb22/

Key Features of February 2022 MAT Exam:

• The Management Aptitude Test commonly known as (MAT) is a Govt. of India-approved, national-level, standardized test, conducted four times a year for admissions in top B-schools in India. It is considered a passport to over 600 MBA colleges across India.
• AIMA has released dates for the Paper Based Test (PBT) and Computer Based Test (CBT) for February 2022 MAT so far on their official website.
• PBT Schedule– The last date for online registration of the PBT mode exam is February 28, 2022 (Monday). The admit cards will be available to download from March 02, 2022, 04:00 PM onwards, Whereas, the scheduled date of the Management Aptitude Test (MAT) (PBT) exam is March 06, 2022.
• CBT Schedule– The last date for online registration of the PBT mode exam is March 07, 2022 (Monday). The admit cards will be available to download from March 09, 2022, 04:00 PM onwards, Whereas, the scheduled date of the MAT (PBT) exam is March 13, 2022.
• Over 600 B-schools across India accept MAT scores. Some of the most popular MBA colleges which accept MAT Scores for admissions include KIIT Bhubaneshwar; BIMTECH Greater Noida; Jaipuria Institute of Management Lucknow, Noida, Jaipur, Indore; Amity University Noida; NDIM New Delhi; SDMIMD Mysore; XIME Bangalore; IBA Bangalore; ISBM Pune, etc.

February Management Aptitude Test (MAT) 2022 Exam Important Dates:

Management Aptitude Test (MAT) 2022 February exam schedule has been released by AIMA. February MAT Exam Dates 2022, registration, dates for application submission, and release of Admit card are as under:

February 2022 MAT Exam Registration Fee

• Candidates can opt for 2 MAT IBT/PBT+IBT/CBT+IBT/PBT+CBT tests by paying an extra fee of Rs.1100/- in addition to Rs.1650/-.
• Candidates opting for 2 MAT IBTs/PBT+IBT/CBT+IBT/PBT+CBT will have the benefit of selecting additional 2 Management Institutes for sending their scores in addition to the existing option of selecting 5 Management Institutes i.e. they can select 7 Management Institutes in total.
• Register online with Credit Card/Debit Card (ATM Card), Net Banking, UPI and Paytm wallet. The fee details are given as below:

You can download February MAT 2022 exam admit card from the AIMA MAT website till the exam day. Management Aptitude Test (MAT) 2022 Feb Exam date is scheduled in IBT, PBT as well as CBT Mode. The Internet-Based (IBT) Mode exam can be taken from the comfort of your home while PBT and CBT exams can be taken at designated test centres.

Regarding the conduct of CBT and PBT exams in February, AIMA has announced that due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the conduct of the MAT 2022 February Exam in CBT or PBT mode is subject to the prevailing situation and applicable government guidelines. In case the test cannot be administered on the scheduled MAT 2022 Feb Exam date at any of the centres, the registration of those candidates will be automatically carried forward to the forthcoming Management Aptitude Test (MAT) to be scheduled in May 2022 or later.

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, AIMA has added one more testing mode – Remote Proctored Internet-Based Test (IBT) apart from paper-based and Computer-based exams which are conducted at test centres.  Management Aptitude Test (MAT) 2022 exams offer a good opportunity to explore MBA admission.

While Management Aptitude Test (MAT) February 2022 Internet-Based Mode (IBT) Mode exam will be conducted in a longer testing window, the PBT and CBT exams will be conducted in a single day or Twice on different dates. The last dates for MAT Registration are different for each IBT exam, while for CBT and for PBT exams the last date to apply closes a few days before the exam date.

Essential documents required while registering:

• Valid Email Id
• Scanned image of photograph (10 to 50 kb)
• Scanned image of signature (5 to 20 kb)
• Credit Card/Debit Card (ATM Card) or Net Banking details

 COVID related frequently Asked Questions for February 2022 MAT Exam:

Here are some FAQs related to the MAT February 2022 exam to clear your doubts. It is advised to read the FAQs carefully in order to avoid last-minute hiccups.

At what time should I report to the test centre?

To ensure physical distancing at the test centre entrance, different reporting times will be given to batches of candidates. Hence, it is imperative that you report at the test centre strictly within the reporting time window specified in your admit card.

What document(s) am I required to carry to the test centre?

• Self-declaration in the format made available to you along with admitting card, confirming that you do not have COVID-like symptoms and have not come in contact with anybody who tested positive.
• Hard copy (printout) of your admit card, along with any valid original Photo ID proof such as (i) Voter ID Card (ii) PAN Card, (iii) Driving License, (iv) Aadhaar Card, (v) Passport, (vi) Photo ID card issued by any govt. dept., (vii) Photo ID card issued by any recognized educational institution, etc.
• For PwD candidates, in addition to the above, a copy of the disability certificate is issued by a competent authority.

What other items do I have to carry to the test centre?

• Your own hand sanitiser in a transparent bottle
• Ball Point Pen (black/blue)
• Adequate quantity of drinking water in transparent bottle only

What should I do, if I have or seem to be having fever/cough/cold, etc. or any COVID like symptoms on the test date before reaching the test centre?

• You should not come to the test centre in case you are sick or even have any symptoms of sickness such as fever, cough, cold, headache, etc. In case of the same, you will not be allowed into the test centre.
• Your temperature will be checked using thermo gun, and you will not be allowed into the test centre if your body temperature is higher than normal.
• You are advised to consult a doctor immediately and take all due precautions to prevent getting infected yourselves or spreading COVID-19.

Will the test centre be properly sanitized for the test?

Yes, the test centres will be suitably sanitized in preparation for the test.

Is there any change in process of writing MAT-PBT?

No; the procedure for written tests will be along standard lines as normal for such tests.

When should I hand over the “self-declaration” duly signed by me, at the test centre?

The test centre staff will collect the same at the main entry; you will be allowed to enter only if and after you submit the same.

What precautions I should take while entering the test centre?

• Wear a suitable/standard mask to cover your nose and mouth properly before entering the test centre and keep it on until you exit after the test.
• Sanitize your hands just before entering the test centre gates as also periodically during the test as necessary.
• Keep a safe distance from other candidates as well as test centre staff.
• Test centre staff will be advised to do contactless frisking only. Hence, do not allow frisking by physical Touch

What precaution I should take while writing the test in the test room?

• Keep your mask on to cover your nose and mouth properly and keep it on until you exit the test centre.
• Keep sanitizing your hands periodically during the test as necessary and after every bio-break.

What precaution I should take while leaving the test room?

• Keep your mask on to cover your nose and mouth properly and keep it on until you exit the test centre.
• Keep a safe distance from other candidates as well as test centre staff to the extent possible

What documents/items, should I take back with me once the test is over?

The lower part of admit card is handed back to you, duly endorsed by the invigilator with a test centre stamp.

• All your belongings

What happens if I am not able to fulfil either one or more of the requirements/precautions detailed above or any other COVID related requirement/precaution?

If you don’t comply with any of the requirements/precautions listed above or in your admit card, or as laid down by the government; you will not be allowed to enter the test centre or take the test.