MAT Exam Result 2026: Cutoff, Merit List & Counselling Process

Candidates will get the MAT 2026 exam results soon after the completion of each session on the official AIMA website. By using the roll number and date of birth, candidates can log in to check their scorecard, which will display the sectional scores and composite score (out of 800) as well as the percentile ranking. The result is valid for one year and recognized by over 800 B-schools across the country for admission to MBA & PGDM programs.

How to Check MAT Results 2026?

To check your MAT 2026 results, follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Visit the official AIMA MAT website at mat.aima.in.
Step 2: Click on the “MAT Result” link — usually found on the homepage or under the “Student Dashboard.”
Step 3: Log in using your credentials — enter your roll number and date of birth.
Step 4: View your scorecard — it will display your sectional scores, composite score (out of 800), and percentile.
Step 5: Download and print — save a copy for future admission and counselling rounds.

The MAT exam cutoff for each paper will be released by various B-schools after the declaration of MAT results. The cutoff generally varies based on the total number of test takers, the difficulty level of the question paper, and the applicant categories. Below is a table showing the expected MAT cutoff for various colleges based on the previous year's cutoff.

MAT counselling is the admission process for selecting MBA/PGDM candidates. It involves shortlisting, interviews, and final selection based on MAT scores. The MAT 2026 counselling process will be tentatively conducted in April 2026. The key steps in the MAT counselling process are listed below:

1. Check MAT Results: Candidates can access their MAT scorecard on the official website. The MAT score determines eligibility for the participating institutes.
2. Shortlisting by Colleges: B-schools shortlist candidates based on MAT cutoff scores. Each college has its own cutoff requirements based on individual admission criteria.
3. Application to Preferred Institutes: Candidates who are shortlisted can apply to colleges of their choice. Some colleges may charge an additional application fee.
4. Group Discussion (GD) Round: Candidates who have been selected will be asked to participate in a GD round.
5. Personal Interview (PI) Round: Candidates will be required to appear for a PI round where their personality, subject knowledge, and career goals will be evaluated.
6. Written Ability Test (WAT) (if applicable): Institutes may ask candidates to take a WAT to evaluate their writing skills and critical thinking.
7. Final Selection and Merit List: Colleges will prepare a merit list of students based on MAT scores, GD, PI, and WAT. If selected, candidates will receive admission offers.
8. Fee Payment and Admission Confirmation: Candidates must pay the admission fee to secure their seat. The institution will provide all necessary enrollment information.

Documents Needed During MAT Counselling Process

These are the required documents for participating in the MAT 2026 counselling process:

• MAT 2026 Admit Card
• MAT 2026 Scorecard / Rank Card
• Class 10th and 12th Mark Sheets & Certificates
• Graduation Mark Sheets
• Birth Certificate
• Domicile Certificate
• Character Certificate
• Migration Certificate
• Medical Fitness Certificate
• Passport (for NRI candidates)
• Self-Attested Copies of Documents
• Recent Passport-Size Photographs