It’s CAT vs. MAT!
A detailed comparison between the two premier management entrance tests
Posted by Nidhi Bahl on Jan. 25, 2013, 2:56 p.m.
With MBA entrance exam season at its peak, students from across the country are appearing for various tests to get admission in top B-schools of India. After the announcement of CAT 2012 results, it is time for the next prestigious management exam – MAT 2013, scheduled to be held on 3rd February (paper-based) and 9th February (computer-based).
Many students, however, who do not know the difference between CAT and MAT.
To help students overcome this confusion, we have compiled a list of things that sets the two premier management entrance tests apart.
Point of Differentiation | Common Admission Test (CAT) | Management Aptitude Test (MAT) |
Academic body | Conducted by Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) for admission to MBA and equivalent programmes of top tier B-schools in India | All India Management Association (AIMA) for admission to MBA and equivalent programmes of second tier B-schools in India |
Eligibility | Candidate must hold a Bachelor's Degree with at least 60% marks | Candidate should be a graduate with 50% marks |
Cracking the test | Tougher to crack | Easier than CAT |
Mode of Exam | Completely computer-based test | Both paper-pencil and computer-based format |
Frequency of Test | Carried out once in a year | Conducted four times in a year i.e. February, May, September and December |
Paper Pattern | Application based: 3 sections. Total number of questions: 60-70 | Formula based: 5 sections and the total number of questions is 200 |
Time management | It plays an important role. If a candidate is able to answer 80-90 percent of the questions of a section, it is considered a very good attempt. | Time pressure not such a problem while cracking MAT |
Fees | Registration fees is Rs 1600 and Rs 800 for SC/ST category | Registration fees is Rs 1200 |
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