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Today marks the final deadline to register for the Management Aptitude Test (MAT) May 2026 PBT exam. Ensure your application is submitted before the portal shuts down strictly at 11:59 PM. Check more information and find the direct link to complete your application.
The online registration window for the MAT 2026 Paper-Based Test (PBT) closes on May 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Aspiring management candidates who prefer the pen-and-paper exam format(PBT) must complete their application and fee payment on the official website, mat.aima.in, before this deadline.
Those who miss tonight’s cutoff can still register for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode, which accepts applications until June 8, 2026. According to the All India Management Association (AIMA), the MAT PBT exam is scheduled for May 31, with admit cards releasing on May 28, while the CBT exam will take place on June 14.
MAT 2026 PBT Application Process
If you are a returning applicant (i.e. If you registered for MAT before), you can simply bypass the initial sign-up and log in with your existing credentials. Otherwise, follow these steps to register and fill out the form:
- Step 1: Visit the official AIMA MAT portal and select the "Register" Provide your name, mobile number, email address, and state/city, then set a secure password.
- Step 2: Enter the One-Time Password (OTP) sent to your registered email address to complete the verification. Your official login credentials will then be emailed to you.
- Step 3: Log in using your credentials and fill out the application form by entering your personal details, complete communication address, and academic qualifications.
- Step 4: Upload clear, scanned images of your passport-sized photograph and signature. Next, choose up to five management institutes where you want AIMA to send your scores for admission.
- Step 5: Pay the registration fee using a credit card, debit card, or net banking. Finally, read and check the declaration box to formally submit your application.
MAT May 2026 Application Fee Structure
Here is the detailed fee structure for the MAT May 2026 session:
| Test Selection / Service | Fee Amount (INR) | Additional Benefits |
Single Exam Mode (Either Paper-Based Test or Computer-Based Test) | INR 2,300 | Includes score reporting to up to 5 Management Institutes (MIs) |
Dual Exam Mode (Combo Offer: PBT + CBT) | INR 4,000 (Saves INR 600) | Includes score reporting to up to 7 Management Institutes (MIs) |
Upgrade Exam Mode (Switching from single mode to dual mode later) | INR 1,700 | Adds the second test mode to your existing registration |
Additional College Selection (Beyond the default 5 or 7 free options) | INR 118 per college (Includes 18% GST) | Allows sending scores to extra management colleges |
How to Switch or Upgrade the MAT 2026 Exam Mode?
To switch from a single testing format to a dual exam mode (PBT + CBT), candidates must log in to their registered account on the official website. Once on the candidate dashboard, click on the "Upgrade Test Mode" link, select the additional exam format you wish to take along with your preferred test city choices, and proceed to the payment gateway. The switch is finalized immediately upon completing the online balance payment.
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