Management Aptitude Test Result 2026
Management Aptitude Test Result
MAT February 2026 Result Date
The MAT February 2026 session results are likely to be announced in the last week of March 2026 or in early April 2026. The results will be published on the official website – mat.aima.in.
The PBT exam was held on March 1, 2026, and the CBT exam was conducted on March 8, 2026. Over 20,000 candidates are expected to participate in the MAT February session.
MAT Score and Percentile
MAT scores range from 199 to 801. A candidate's percentile is based on how well they performed compared to the rest of the exam takers.
- Top B-schools such as XIME Bangalore and BIMTECH Noida have a cutoff range of 85-95 percentiles.
- Top universities require a score of 600 or higher to meet the cutoff.
Key Summary
- MAT Results 2026 for the February session will be released in the month of January 2026, typically after 15-20 days after the exam.
- The MAT scorecard contains sectional and overall scores along with composite scores and percentiles.
- The highest percentile for MAT 2026 is expected to be 720+ marks.
- Normalisation system is applied to ensure fairness across multiple exam modes and multiple sessions.
- The cutoff for the top B-schools is expected to be between 85 - 98 percentile.
- Scoring 700 - 750 marks in MAT 2026 is usually considered an excellent score, while scoring anywhere between 600 - 700 is considered safe and good.
- XIMB Bangalore is expected to get the highest cutoff with 98 percentile.
- Shortlisted candidates must participate in the further rounds which includes group discussions, personal interview and/or written ability test.
What is the MAT Result?
MAT results are released by the AIMA in the format of a scorecard. MAT 2026 results contain the details related to the candidate's performance in the MAT 2026.
- The MAT scorecard has the details of the candidate's personal data, academic information, working experience, exam date and the validity of MAT score.
- MAT results consist of the scaled sectional scores, composite scores and percentile.
- Scaled sectional scores range from 0 to 100 and composite scores range from 199 to 801.
MAT Results 2026
MAT results 2026 is expected to be released in the month of April 2026. In MAT 2026, candidates will be scored under a scaled scoring system where raw scores are converted to scaled scores.
- MAT 2026 results are usually announced within 15-20 days after the MAT 2026.
- In MAT 2024, the top 10 students received 780+ scores and were accepted into the best B-schools.
- The cutoffs for the top B-schools are expected to be between 85 - 97 percentile. The BIMTECH Noida cutoff is 650+ and the XIME Bangalore cutoff is 630+.
MAT Results 2026: Score Calculation
In MAT 2026, candidates will be scored under a scaling scoring system, which will convert raw scores into scaled scores. The raw score of each section is scaled to 0-100 marks (for each section) before the calculation of composite score.
MAT Results 2026: Normalization Process
MAT 2026 is conducted in 2 modes and in different sessions, due to this, MAT results go through the normalization process to maintain fairness across multiple modes and sessions.
- The scores are readjusted in case of unequal difficulty levels, among different sessions.
- Normalization process ensures that all the candidates are scored fairly irrespective of test modes and test sessions.
- Percentile ranks determined by how well the candidate performed as compared to other exam takers.
MAT Results 2026: Good Score
A good MAT score depends on the B-School, but usually a composite score of 600+ is considered very good. Scores between 550-600 are also considered decent.
MAT Score vs Percentile 2026
A MAT score of 750 or more puts a candidate in the 99 percentile. This is an excellent score for top-tier B-schools.
- A score between 700 and 749 is very good and corresponds to a 95-98 percentile.
- A score between 650 and 699 places you in the 90-94 percentile.
- A score of 600 or more places you in the 79 percentile.
- A score below 500 puts you below the 60 percentile.
| MAT 2026 Scores | Expected Percentile |
|---|---|
| 750-800 | 99 % |
| 700-749 | 95 - 98 % |
| 650-699 | 90-94% |
| 600-649 | 70-79 % |
| 550-599 | 60-69 % |
| Below 500 | Below 60 % |
What is a Good MAT Score?
A score of 700 or more is required to get into a top B-school. Scores above 700 are excellent for top B-Schools in India and often fall in the 99 percentile range.
- Scores in the 600-700 range are good and generally safe for most private B-schools and reputed universities.
- A 550+ score is decent and may help you get into mid-tier institutions.
- Scoring below 500 puts you in a below-average category, but you can still get into regional colleges that accept MAT scores.
| MAT Score Range | Is it a Good Score? | Target Institutions |
|---|---|---|
| 700+ | Excellent | XIME Bengaluru, BIMTECH, JAGSoM, Amity Business School |
| 650+ | Very Good | Christ University, ISBM Pune, VIT Business School |
| 600+ | Good | Alliance University, PES University, New Delhi Institute of Management |
| 550+ | Decent | IPE Hyderabad, M S Ramaiah Institute of Management, Jaipuria Institute |
| 500+ | Average | ITM Navi Mumbai, UPES Dehradun, Indus Business Academy |
| 400+ | Below Average | Regional colleges |
MAT 2026 Cutoff
The MAT cutoff differs every year. It is affected by the number of candidates taking the MAT, the difficulty of the exam, and the number of seats available at the specific college.
- The MAT cutoff is expected to differ between B-schools, with the best institutes having an 85-90+ percentile cutoff.
- As per past trends, 700+ scores are required to get into top B-Schools.
- XIME Bangalore is expected to get the highest cutoff with 95-98 percentile.
- BIMTECH Noida can get up to 95 percentile.
- Institutes like JAGSOM and Amity Business School have cutoffs in the range of 80-90 percentile.
- VIT Business School may get a cutoff of 70-75 percentile.
- Many colleges accept low MAT scores as well, such as ITM Navi Mumbai with a 60-65 percentile.
| Institute | Expected Cutoff Score | Cutoff Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| XIME Bangalore | 720+ | 95-98 % |
| BIMTECH Noida | 700+ | 90-95 % |
| Amity Business School | 650+ | 85-90 % |
| JAGSOM Bangalore | 640+ | 80-85 % |
| Christ University | 620+ | 75-80 % |
| VIT Business School | 600+ | 70-75 % |
| ITM Navi Mumbai | 550+ | 60-65 % |
MAT Cutoff Previous Year's Trends
XIME Bangalore had a cutoff around 95 percentile in the previous year's MAT. BIMTECH has also had an average cutoff of 85-90 percentile.
Christ University got a cutoff of 75-80 percentile. The Jaipuria Institute of Management has a cutoff around 75 to 80 percentile.
MAT Percentile FAQs
Is 70 percentile good in MAT?
70 percentile in MAT is 600+ marks, which is considered good. With 70 percentile you can get into mid-tier colleges such as Alliance University and PES University.
Is 40 percentile good in MAT?
No, 40 percentile in MAT is not considered good for most MBA programs. A score between 80-99 percentile is good for top-tier colleges, and 70-79 is considered good for mid-tier colleges.
What percentile score is equal to 72 raw score in MAT?
Candidates who get 72 raw scores in MAT get a percentile within the range of 75 to 80 percentile.
MAT 2026 Cutoff for Top Colleges
The table below lists the MAT cutoff scores for several management institutes for the years 2024, 2023, and 2022. These scores are indicative of the minimum MAT percentile required for admission.
| Institute | MAT 2024 Cutoff | MAT 2023 Cutoff | MAT 2022 Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|
| XIME Bangalore | 95 | 95+ | 90-95 |
| BIMTECH | 90+ | 85-90 | 80 |
| Christ University | 80 | 75-80 | 80 |
| Jaipuria Institute of Management | 70 | 75+ | 80 |
| IFIM Bangalore | 80-85 | 85 | 80 |
| Amity Business School | 90 | 90 | 85 |
| KIIT school of Management | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| IPE Hyderabad | 80-85 | 80-85 | 80-85 |
Colleges by MAT Percentile
An 84 percentile in MAT can get you into several institutes. These include IFIM Bangalore, Christ University, KIIT School of Management, and IPE Hyderabad.
A 70 percentile in MAT can get you into some mid-tier institutes. These include Sri Balaji University, Jaipuria Institute of Management, and FIIB Delhi.
MAT 2026 Selection Process
MAT results 2026 will be the basis for the selection process of the institutes. After the results are declared, candidates must proceed with the college-specific further rounds.
- The score card will be sent directly by AIMA to the 5 institutes chosen by the candidate while applying for MAT. These institutes will shortlist candidates based on the cutoff.
- Candidates can apply to other institutes by filling out the application form on the official website of the specific college.
- Colleges will shortlist candidates for further rounds, which include group discussions, personal interviews, and/or written ability tests.
- Final admission lists will be prepared by colleges based on the MAT score, performance in the interview rounds, and academic records.
MAT Results 2026 FAQs
How long are MAT scores valid?
MAT scores are valid for 1 year from the date of result declaration.
Can I retake MAT to improve my scores?
Yes, candidates can take the MAT multiple times in a year to improve their score. MAT happens 4 times a year in multiple sessions, and the best score out of these attempts will be considered.
How many days will it take to get MAT results?
MAT results are usually declared 15-20 days after the MAT exams are over. For the MAT February 2026 session, MAT results will be released in the month of January 2026.
How to check MAT results?
Candidates can check MAT results through the official website https://mat.aima.in/. Candidates can access the MAT scorecard by using their MATID to log in to the official website.
Which IIM accepts MAT score?
No IIM accepts MAT score for its admission process. IIMs only accept CAT scores for admission.