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MAT 2017 Question Paper with Answer Key; Download PDF

Shreya Gupta

Jun 20, 2026

MAT 2017 cycle was conducted in multiple phases from February 5 to December 9, 2017. It was conducted by AIMA in both CBT and PBT modes. Candidates can now download MAT Question Papers with Answer Keys to analyse the exam and paper pattern.

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MAT 2017 Exam Pattern

MAT exam is conducted in multiple modes and assesses candidates across different aptitude areas required for management studies. The paper is divided into five sections with objective-type questions and a fixed duration.

Particular Details
Exam Mode CBT / PBT / IBT
Question Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Questions 150
Total Duration 120 Minutes
Number of Sections 5
Language English

MAT Top Participating Colleges

More than 600 premier business schools and university departments across India accept MAT scores for admission to MBA and PGDM programmes. Several reputed private and government institutions, including BIMTECH, JAGSoM, XIME, PUMBA, and select NITs, consider MAT performance during the admission process. The examination provides candidates with access to a wide range of management education opportunities based on their overall percentile and institute-specific eligibility criteria.

  • BIMTECH, Greater Noida
  • Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida
  • XIME, Bangalore
  • JAGSoM (Jagdish Sheth School of Management), Bangalore
  • IPE, Hyderabad
  • SIES College of Management Studies, Mumbai
  • Indus Business Academy (IBA), Bangalore
  • PSG Institute of Management, Coimbatore
  • Amity University, Noida
  • Delhi School of Business (DSB), Delhi
  • NDIM, New Delhi
  • FIIB, Delhi
  • St. Joseph’s Institute of Management (SJIM), Bangalore
  • Alliance School of Business, Bangalore
  • Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow

Clearing MAT often boosts confidence among management aspirants as it validates their aptitude in analytical reasoning, language comprehension, and business-related skills. Following the results, students begin transitioning from exam preparation to admission planning and career development. Institutes may release merit lists and interview schedules soon after applications close. Timely action during this period ensures candidates do not miss valuable admission opportunities.

MAT 2017 Question Paper FAQs

Ques. How many times was MAT 2017 conducted in a year?

Ans. MAT 2017 was conducted four times: in February, May, September, and December. Each session offered both PBT and CBT modes. This gave candidates flexibility to choose and even improve scores across attempts.

Ques. Did MAT 2017 have any sectional time limit?

Ans. No, there was no sectional time limit in MAT 2017. Candidates had to manage the entire 150 minutes on their own. This made planning and time allocation very important.

Ques: Can final-year graduation students apply for MAT?

Ans. Yes, final-year undergraduate students are generally eligible to appear for MAT, subject to fulfilling graduation requirements within the prescribed timeline.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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