Overview
MAT syllabus of IBT, PBT and CBT modes includes five sections – Language Comprehension, Intelligence and Critical Reasoning, Data Analysis and Sufficiency, Mathematical Skills and Indian and Global Environment. Candidates must cover all the topics included in the MAT 2020 syllabus to perform well in the exam. Read all about MAT syllabus below, including section-wise topics, books and preparation tips.
MAT Syllabus 2020: Section-wise weightage
| Section | Number of questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Language Comprehension | 40 | 40 |
| Intelligence and Critical Reasoning | 40 | 40 |
| Data Analysis and Sufficiency | 40 | 40 |
| Mathematical Skills | 40 | 40 |
| Indian and Global Environment | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Section-wise MAT Syllabus 2020
Language Comprehension
Language Comprehension section includes 40 Multiple Choice Questions from the topics listed below:
- Verb, Noun, Pronoun, Adjective, Adverb
- Speech
- Sentence Making and Correction
- Antonyms
- Synonyms
- One Word Substitution
- Idioms/Phrases
- Reading Comprehension
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Fill in the Blanks
- Para Jumble
Intelligence and Critical Reasoning
| S.No. | Intelligence and Critical Reasoning Syllabus |
|---|---|
| 01 | Family Tree |
| 02 | Course of Action |
| 03 | Arrangement |
| 04 | Pie Chart |
| 05 | Calendars |
| 06 | Statement Conclusions |
| 07 | Strong Arguments and Weak Arguments |
| 08 | Puzzles |
| 09 | Series |
| 10 | Blood Relations |
| 11 | Coding & Decoding |
| 12 | Column graphs |
| 13 | Multi-Dimensional Arrangements |
| 14 | Visual Reasoning |
| 15 | Numeric Grid |
| 16 | Critical Reasoning |
| 17 | Syllogisms |
| 18 | Graphs Representing Area |
Data Analysis & Sufficiency
| S.No. | Data Analysis & Sufficiency Syllabus |
|---|---|
| 01 | Data Tables |
| 02 | Data charts |
| 03 | Bar Diagrams & Charts including Simple, Stacked, Composite Bar Charts |
| 04 | Pie Charts |
| 05 | Graphs – Line X-Y Graphs |
| 06 | Data Analysis and Data comparison |
| 07 | Caselet-based Data |
| 08 | Venn Diagram |
| 09 | Data Sufficiency |
Mathematical Skills
| S.No. | Mathematical Skills Syllabus |
|---|---|
| 01 | LCM and HCF |
| 02 | Percentages |
| 03 | Profit and Loss |
| 04 | Interest (Simple and Compound) |
| 05 | Speed, Time and Distance; Time and Work; Averages; Ratio and Proportion and others |
| 06 | Number System |
| 07 | Elementary Mathematics |
| 08 | Unitary Method |
| 09 | Mixtures and Allegation |
| 10 | Commercial Maths |
| 11 | Permutation and Combinations |
| 12 | Sequence And Series |
| 13 | Heights and Distance |
| 14 | Triangles |
| 15 | Circles |
| 16 | Coordinate Geometry |
| 17 | Venn Diagrams |
| 18 | Linear Equations; Quadratic Equations |
| 19 | Complex Numbers |
| 20 | Binomial Theorem |
| 21 | Surds and Indices |
| 22 | Inequalities |
| 23 | Set Theory |
| 24 | Mixtures and Alligations |
| 25 | Co-ordinate Geometry |
| 26 | Trigonometry |
| 27 | Linear Programming |
Indian & Global Environment Section
| S.No. | Indian and Global Environment Syllabus |
|---|---|
| 01 | Current Affairs |
| 02 | CEOs |
| 03 | Company Punchlines |
| 04 | Statements & Quotations |
| 05 | Sports |
| 06 | Science |
| 07 | World Records |
| 08 | Awards and Winners |
| 09 | History |
| 10 | Social issues |
| 11 | Finance |
| 12 | Entertainment |
| 13 | Business |
| 14 | Books and Authors |
| 15 | International Organisation |
| 16 | Geography |
| 17 | Major Corporate news |
| 18 | Politics |
Best Books for MAT Preparation 2020
Best Books for Language Comprehension
| Book Name | Author/ Publisher |
|---|---|
| Verbal Ability & Comprehension for CAT/XAT/GMAT/IIFT/CMAT/MAT/Bank PO/SSC | Bharat Patodi and Aditya Choudhary |
| How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for CAT | Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay |
| Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension 2016 | Gautam Puri |
Best Books for Data Analysis and Sufficiency and Mathematics
| Book Name | Publisher/ Writer |
|---|---|
| Accredited Guide to Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency | Ananta Ashisha |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation Data Sufficiency | Think Tank of Kiran Prakashan |
| How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for MAT | Arun Sharma |
| Quantum CAT | Sarvesh K Verma |
| The Pearson Guide To Quantitative Aptitude And Data Interpretation | Nishit Sinha |
Best Books for Intelligence & Critical Reasoning
| Book Name | Publisher/ Writer |
|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT | Nishit Sinha |
| How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for the CAT | Arun Sharma |
| Analytical & Logical Reasoning For CAT & Other Management Entrance Tests | Peeyush Bhardwaj
|
Best Books for Indian and Global Environment
| Book Name | Publisher/ Writer |
|---|---|
| Face To Face MAT With 19 Years (1997-2016) | BS Sijwali |
| MAT 18 Years Topic-Wise Solved Papers (1997-2014) | Disha Experts |
| The Mega Yearbook 2016: Current Affairs & General Knowledge For Competitive Exams | Disha Experts |
MAT 2020 Exam Preparation
- Preparation Strategy for MAT 2020 exam
- MAT Preparation Tips for Language Comprehension
- MAT Preparation Tips for Intelligence & Critical Reasoning
- MAT Preparation Tips for Data Analysis & Data Sufficiency
- MAT Preparation Tips for Mathematical Skills
- MAT Preparation Tips for Indian & Global Environment
- What is the difference between MAT and CAT exam?
- Is MAT tougher than CMAT?
- How to Prepare for MAT in 6 Months?
- How to Prepare for MAT in 3 Months?
- How to Prepare for MAT in 1 Month?
MAT Mock Test
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FAQs on MAT Syllabus
A: MAT syllabus includes Language Comprehension, Intelligence and Critical Reasoning, Data Analysis and Sufficiency, Mathematical Skills and Indian and Global Environment.
Q: Is the syllabus of MAT IBT, PBT and CBT modes same?
A: Yes, the syllabus and pattern of MAT IBT, PBT and CBT mode exams is same.
Q: What is the total number of questions in MAT exam?
A: MAT exam has 200 multiple-choice questions equally divided into five sections, i.e. each section of the exam has 40 questions.
Q: Which are the best books for MAT exam preparation?
A: Data Analysis and Sufficiency by Arun Sharma, Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT by Nishit Sinha, Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension 2016 by Gautam Puri are a few books that one should refer to for MAT exam Preparation.
Q: How will mock test help me in preparation of MAT exam?
A: Mock tests help candidates develop practice of solving questions within the stipulated time and provide them exposure of various types of MAT questions.
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