MAT SYLLABUS

The question paper of MAT exam includes five sections – Language Comprehension,
Mathematical Skills, Data Analysis and Sufficiency, Intelligence and Critical Reasoning, and
Indian and Global Environment. All India Management Association (AIMA) does not specifically
mention MAT syllabus for each subject; however, the test takers can refer to the most
commonly asked topics as mentioned here.
We have listed below section wise units of MAT Syllabus.
Syllabus for Language Comprehension
The section carries 40 questions based on English Grammar and Usage. Check important topics
below:

Language Comprehension Syllabus for MAT

Para Jumble One word substitution
Verb Noun, Pronoun, Adjective, Adverb Idioms/Phrases
Speech Reading Comprehension
Sentence making and correction Vocabulary
Antonyms Grammar
Synonyms Fill in the blanks

Syllabus for Mathematical Skills and Data Analysis & Sufficiency

Both the sections carry 40 MCQs each and the questions are asked from the topics as under:

Data Analysis & Sufficiency and Mathematics Syllabus

Time-Speed-Distance Geometric Progression
Ratios and Proportion Partnership (Accounts)
HCF & LCM Geometry including Lines, angles, Triangles,
Spheres, Rectangles, Cube, & Cones
In-equations Quadratic and linear equations Work and time
Averages Profit & Loss
Number system Percentages
Algebra

Syllabus for Intelligence and Critical Reasoning

The section carrying 40 MCQs that requires calculative yet quick responses from the test takers.
The suggested time for this section is 30 minutes i.e., the candidates should spend less than a
minute to solve one question. The candidates should practice following topics for the section:
 Intelligence and Critical Reasoning Syllabus for MAT
Family tree Blood Relations
Course of Action Coding & Decoding
Arrangement Column graphs
Pie Chart Multi-dimensional arrangements
Calendars Visual reasoning
Statement Conclusions Numeric grid
Strong Arguments and Weak Arguments Critical Reasoning
Puzzles Syllogisms
Series Graphs representing Area

Syllabus for Indian and Global Environment

The section carries 40 marks and the suggested time for this section is 15 minutes, i.e. the test
takers should respond the questions as quickly as possible. The topics included in the section
are:

Indian and Global Environment Syllabus for MAT

Indian Economy Science
Environmental Education World Records
Current affairs Famous awards and Prizes
Top CEOs and Corporate Affairs History
Punch line of Companies, Brands Social issues
Important Quotations Finance
Sports Entertainment
Business Geography
Books and Authors Major Corporate news
International Organisation Politics
Note: The marks obtained in Indian and Global Environment section is not included in
calculation of final MAT result. However, the section is of qualifying nature, and the scores are
included separately on the scorecard.

To prepare for the exam, you can also check MAT exam pattern and question papers for MAT
exam.