MAT Syllabus 2019

MAT Syllabus 2019 - Candidates who planned to appear for the MAT December exam were advised to prepare as per exam syllabus prescribed for MAT 2019. AIMA will conduct the December session of one of the most popular management entrance tests, MAT (Management Aptitude Test) on December 8 (Paper-Based Test) and the computer-based test will be held on December 14, 2019. MAT usually takes place four times a year. One could appear for any of the examination modes and can use the highest scores to take admission in MAT participating B-schools. The MAT syllabus 2019 guided aspirants to prepare the relevant sectional topics. However, it should be noted that AIMA did not release the official syllabus; it is only through the experts and test-takers that we gathered information the MAT 2019 syllabus. Careers360, in this article, provides the information related to the syllabus of MAT 2019 including exam pattern, sectional topics, best books, FAQs etc.
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MAT Important Dates 2019

To prepare for MAT 2019 exam, the first step was to know the exam pattern and syllabus of MAT 2019. The table below provides the MAT exam pattern 2019.

MAT Exam Pattern

MAT Scoring Scheme 2019: Each question carried one mark and 1/4th marks (0.25 marks) will be deducted for every wrong answer.

MAT 2019 Syllabus

Based on past exam analysis, the vital topics and areas are mentioned below-

MAT Syllabus - Mathematical Skills

This section comprises diverse topics ranging from Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry to Cubes, Number System, Probability, etc. Majority of the questions are expected to be from the Arithmetic section alone. The Arithmetic topics are as follows-

• Ratio

• Profit & Loss

• Averages

• Time-Speed-Distance

• Time & Work

• Partnerships

• Percentages

MAT Syllabus - Language Comprehension

The next important section is no other, but the section of Language Comprehension. MAT syllabus 2019 will consist of two parts, Reading Comprehension and English vocabulary clubbed with Grammar. The vocabulary and grammar part will have the questions on the following language elements -

• Synonyms and Antonyms

• Idioms

• Fill in the blanks

• Odd word out

• Jumbled words and sentences

• Para jumbles

• Sentence correction

MAT Syllabus - Data Analysis and Sufficiency

The MAT 2019 syllabus pertaining to the Data Analysis and Sufficiency is given below-.

• Caselet

• Bar graph

• Line graph

• Pie Chart

• Mixed charts and graphs

• Table

• Data Sufficiency

• Data Comparison

According to the previous MAT syllabus trends, the questions can be calculation intensive. So it would be wise to practice calculation intensive questions from the Data Analysis and Sufficiency section.

MAT Syllabus - Intelligence and Critical Reasoning

Section majorly covers Mathematical Reasoning. The other questions are asked on Verbal Ability. The Verbal Ability section might have questions from the topics given below-

• Analogy

• Series

• Statement-Conclusion

• Family Tree/Relation

• Directions

• Analytical Reasoning

• Assertion Reason

• Cause and Effect

• Coding and Decoding

MAT Syllabus - Indian and Global Environment

This section is a mix of static General Knowledge and Current Affairs. Amidst the two, more questions can be expected from the current stories. The topics of the current affairs area may include -

• Business Awareness

• Politics

• Sports

• Books and Authors

• Entertainment

• Social Issues

Incidentally, the scores of Indian and Global Environment section is not considered for the final scaled score.

How to Prepare for MAT 2019 (May session)?

Experts say that it is not necessary to spend more than need more than three-four hours daily for about three-four months to prepare for MAT. The MAT preparation can be managed with office work, meetings, travelling time etc.

After gaining proficiency in the English and Mathematics concepts, it is a mandate that one should opt to write/take mock tests. The more, the better! As there is a sectional time limit, it is more important to manage the time. Mock Test should be closely analysed by self or experts.

For the logical questions, it is ideal to read the question repeatedly and understand it before thinking of the response. Revision is another necessary aspect; one should assign his/ her last few days for complete revision.

Best Books for MAT 2019

Some of the best books to refer for MAT 2019 are the following -

• The Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude for MBA Entrance Examinations.

• Complete Guide for MAT and Other MBA Entrance Exams.

• Mission MBA MAT Guide.

• 10 Challengers MAT.

• Study Package for MAT.

• MAT (Management Aptitude Test) Entrance Exam Guide.
  

MAT 2019 will be held on December 8 and on December 14, 2019, in paper-pencil and computer-based modes respectively. The scorecard of MAT 2019 December session will be released in the last week of December 2019.