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The Management Aptitude Test (MAT) is a popular entrance exam for MBA admissions in India. Conducted by the All India Management Association (AIMA), MAT scores are accepted by over 600 business schools across the country. This year MAT Mays sessions (PBT) examination was held on May 31, 2025 while MAT May sessions (CBT) examination will be held on June 8, 2025. This article provides a detailed list of top MBA colleges accepting MAT scores in 2025, along with admission criteria, fees, placement trends, and other essential details.
MBA aspirants can expect CAT percentile above 99 for admissions to the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), based on analysis of previous years' trends. IIM Bangalore and IIM Kozhikode are likely to admit students having CAT 2025 percentile between 97 and 99.
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Wide acceptance: Over 600 B-schools accept MAT scores for admission.
Multiple attempts: MAT is conducted four times a year, allowing students to improve their scores.
Affordability: Many MAT-accepting MBA colleges have lower fees compared to IIMs and other top-tier institutes.
Decent ROI: Some MAT-accepting B-schools offer good placement packages, ensuring a return on investment.
Here’s a list of top business schools that accept MAT scores for MBA admissions:
MBA College | Location | Average Fees (INR) | Average Placement (INR LPA) |
Bangalore | 11.5 L | 9 L | |
Bangalore | 8 L | 7.5 L | |
Noida | 10.5 L | 6.8 L | |
Ghaziabad | 7.5 L | 5.8 L | |
Pune | 8.2 L | 7 L | |
Lucknow, Noida | 10.1 L | 7.2 L | |
Delhi | 8.5 L | 6.5 L | |
Bhubaneswar | 14 L | 9 L |
Different B-schools have varying MAT cutoff requirements. Here’s a general range:
Top MAT-accepting colleges: 90+ percentile
Mid-tier MAT-accepting colleges: 70-89 percentile
Other private B-schools: 50-69 percentile
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To get admission to MAT-accepting MBA colleges, candidates must fulfill the following criteria:
A bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories)
A valid MAT score
Some institutes may conduct group discussions and personal interviews
Work experience may be preferred but is not mandatory
Appear for MAT: Candidates must register and take the MAT exam.
Check cutoff scores: Shortlist colleges based on MAT score eligibility.
Apply to MBA colleges: Submit applications to preferred institutes.
Selection rounds: Some institutes conduct GD-PI rounds.
Final admission: Colleges release merit lists and admission offers.
While placements vary by college, here are the general trends:
Top recruiters: TCS, Deloitte, KPMG, Infosys, HDFC Bank, Amazon
Highest package: INR 20-25 LPA in leading private B-schools
Average package: INR 6-10 LPA for most top-ranked MAT-accepting colleges
ROI-based selection: Choose institutes with high placement rates and strong industry connections
Time management: Practice solving mock tests within time limits.
Focus on weak areas: Work on improving Verbal, Quantitative, and Logical Reasoning sections.
Attempt multiple MAT exams: Since MAT is conducted four times a year, you can take multiple attempts to improve scores.
Solve previous year question papers: Helps in understanding exam patterns and difficulty levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
No, IIMs do not accept MAT scores. They only consider CAT scores for admission.
Yes, candidates can apply to multiple MBA colleges based on their MAT percentile.
MAT is conducted four times a year (February, May, September, December), and candidates can take multiple attempts.
Yes, many MAT-accepting colleges offer decent placements, with an average salary of INR 6-10 LPA, and top packages reaching up to INR 20 LPA.
The tuition fees for MBA programs in MAT-accepting colleges range from INR 7 L to INR 15 L, depending on the institute.
The best MBA colleges generally require 90+ percentile, while mid-tier institutes accept 70-89 percentile.
Some of the top B-schools accepting MAT scores in 2025 include XIME Bangalore, Christ University, Amity Business School, and Jaipuria Institute of Management.
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Hello dear candidate,
Yes, you have a very good chance of getting a BPT seat with 488 out of 600 and TS EAMCET rank of 14,000 under the ST category.
As the cut off of BPT for ST category students are generally between 25,000 to 45,000 ranks, depending upon the college and you have TS EAMCET rank of 14,000.
Thank you.
If you got 802 marks in Telangana Intermediate and belong to the ST category, you have a fair chance to get admission in a BPT course in 2025, but it depends on the college and cut-off. Most BPT colleges in Telangana ask for 12th marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, and some also use the TS EAMCET rank for admission. The cut-off for ST students is usually lower than for general students, but it changes every year. It is better to check the previous year’s cut-offs of the colleges you want to apply to.
Hello, Getting shortlisted for IIM Lucknow or IIT Bombay (SJMSOM) with your profile is challenging, primarily due to your 58% in Class 10th, which significantly impacts the composite score calculation for both institutes. While your 98 percentile CAT score is excellent, and your 24 months of work experience, B.Com (Hons) background (providing academic diversity, especially for IIM-L), and KVS National player status are valuable additions, top IIMs and IITs heavily weigh consistent academic performance. Your 74% in 12th is also on the lower side. IIM Lucknow places substantial weight on 10th and 12th marks, making a call quite difficult despite your strengths. You likely have a relatively better, though still uncertain, chance at IIT Bombay, as their weighting might be slightly less penalizing for past academics compared to IIM-L, and your high CAT score is a major factor. However, the low 10th score remains a significant hurdle for both prestigious institutions.
I hope you found this information helpful and for study related queries you can ask in careers360 app, Have a great day and!
Hey,
You already have a strong profile with the score of 58% in Class 10, 74% in Class 12, and 80% in graduation, but admission in IIT Bombay, Shailesh J Mehta School of Management is quite competitive, especially if you are in general category because the cutoff for general goes to 98.5-99%. Your CAT percentage is impressive but your 10th marks might reduce your score during the shortlisting process. If you perform well in Written Ability Test and Personal Interview, and present your commerce background you still stand a fair chance. But it would also be wise if you have some backups like MDI Gurugram, IMT Ghaziabad, IMI Delhi, where your marks and profile will fit well in their selection range.
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