- Quantitative technique
- Logical reasoning
- Language comprehension
- General Awareness
3. Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT)
Another top management entrance, XAT is computer-based management aptitude test. Conducted by Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI) Jamshedpur, XAT is taken by approximately one lakh candidates annually.
Traditionally, XAT is held on the first Sunday of the year (January). XAT scores are accepted by more than 100 management institutes.
XAT tests the candidate on four fronts:
- Quantitative Ability
- English Language & Logical Reasoning
- Decision Making
- GK & Essay
- Test duration is 170 minutes.
4. Symbiosis National Aptitude (SNAP)
Conducted by Symbiosis International University, SNAP is also a national-level management entrance examination. SNAP scores are primarily used for admission to 15 institutes under Symbiosis International University. However, many other MBA colleges use SNAP scores for admission.
SNAP is held in December and the registrations go on until November.
SNAP test is a computer-based exam and held for two hours. It testa candidate:
- General English
- Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency
- General Awareness: General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Business Scenario
- Analytical & Logical Reasoning
5. NMAT by GMAC
NMIMS Management Aptitude Test (NMAT) is also one of the important MBA entrance exams. It has recently been acquired by GMAC and was rebranded as NMAT by GMAC. Scores for this exam will be used for admission to Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Alliance University, SRM University, BML Munjal University, VIT University, ICFAI Business School (IBS) and Ansal University.
The computer-based exam is held over a 75-day testing window, between October and December. Candidates need to attempt 120 MCQs in 120 minutes.
NMAT has various candidate-friendly options. For instance, candidates can appear for the exam a total of three times and the best of three scores will be used for admission.
The exam has three main sections:
- Language Skills
- Quantitative Skills
- Logical Reasoning
6. Management Aptitude Test (MAT)
MAT is also one of the most popular MBA entrance exam. More than 600 institutes accept MAT scores for admission to management programmes. Conducted by exam is conducted by All India Management Association (AIMA), MAT is held four times a year – February, May, September and December. The exam is held in both online (computer-based) and offline (written) mode.
Held for 150 minutes, the test has 200 questions. The aspirant is tested in the following five areas:
- Indian and Global Environment
- Language Comprehension
- Data Analysis and Sufficiency
- Mathematical Skills
- Intelligence and Critical Reasoning
7. Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) Exam
IIFT entrance test is an institute specific entrance test. The exam is held for admission to the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT). It is held in pen and paper mode.
IIFT test is conducted in November for two hours and consists of 200 multiple choice questions. It tests a candidate’s aptitude in the following areas:
- English Comprehension
- General Knowledge & Awareness
- Logical Reasoning
- Quantitative Analysis
8. AIMS Test for Management Admissions (ATMA)
ATMA is also a national-level management entrance test. It is conducted in online asasthe offlineffline mode and held four times a year-February, May, July and August.
ATMA scores are used for admission in by several management programmes. Held for three hours, ATMA tecandidate inateinn the following areas:
- Analytical Reasoning Skills Part 1
- Analytical Reasoning Skills Part 2
- Quantitative Skills Part 1
- Quantitative Skills Part 2
- Verbal Skills Part 1
- Verbal Skills Part 2
9. ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test (IBSAT)
IBSAT is an institute level entrance test. The exam is conducted by ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education. IBSAT test scores are used for admission to MBA and PhD programs at nine ICFAI Business School (IBS) campuses – Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Dehradun, Gurgaon, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai and Pune.
IBSAT is held over a period of 15 days wherein the candidate can book a slot as per convenience.
The computer-based test (CBT) tests the applicant’s ability in the following:
- Verbal Ability
- Reading Comprehension
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation
10. MICAT
MICAT is the online entrance test for MICA's flagship two-yearPPost-Graduate Diploma in Management - Communications (PGDM-C).
Candidates first need to apply with CAT, XAT and GMAT (2012 onwards). All applicants will be called for MICAT entrance test which is held in December.
Held over 125 minutes, MICAT has two sections:
- Section 1 assesses the candidates’ analytical skills, logical skills, verbal skills, divergent thinking, written communication skills and general awareness.
- Section 2 consists of a Psychometric Test.
11. Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MAH-CET)
MAH-CET is a state-level management entrance exam. The exam is conducted by the Directorate of Technical Education, Maharashtra, for admission to various management courses such as MMS, PGDBM and PGDM in various institutes in the state of Maharashtra.
MAH CET is generally held in the month of March. Candidates need to attempt 200 questions in 150 minutes.
The exam two sections:
- Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension
- Quantitative Aptitude and Logical / Abstract Reasoning.
12. Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA) Admission test
IRMA Admission test is an institute-level entrance examination. It is conducted for admission to Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Management (PRM) and Fellow Programme in Rural Management (FPRM) at Institute of Rural Management, Anand. The exam is held in the month of January.
IRMA uses CAT scores for shortlisting candidates in the first round. Shortlisted candidates are then called for IRMA written test on the subject of “Issues of Social Concern”.
Candidates need to answer 40 questions in 80 minutes.
13. KIITEE Management Test (KIITEE MBA)
KIITEE is also a national-level computer-based MBA entrance test. The exam is conducted by KIIT University in January every year. The exam scores are primarily used for admission for two programmes:
- MBA at KIIT School of Management (offered at KIIT University)
- MBA (Rural Management) (KIIT School of Rural Management)
Candidates need to answer 150 questions in 150 minutes. There are four sections in the exam:
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Analytical Reasoning
- English
- General Knowledge
- The issue of SociaCConcernn
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