Discover your fit: 10 MBA entrance exams that go beyond the CAT

Looking for MBA schools in India besides CAT? Great news! There are many other entrance exams to get into top business schools.

This article explores 10 different MBA exams, each with its own unique format, schedule, and benefits. Find the exam that best suits your skills and career goals.

1. Common Admission Test (CAT)

- Performed by: Indian Institutes of Management, or IIMs

- Important characteristics: well acknowledged for entry into prestigious B-schools such as IIMs.

- Exam Schedule: Typically, exams are held in November or December.

2. Management Aptitude Test (MAT)

- AIMA (All India Management Association) is conducting the event.

- Important characteristics include flexible testing schedules and acceptance by numerous B-schools in India.

- Exam Schedule: conducted in February, May, September, and December of each year.

3. The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT)

- Carried out by XLRI, Jamshedpur

- Important characteristics: esteemed by leading B-schools in the country and renowned for its demanding essay writing component.

- Schedule: Exams are typically held in January.

4. The Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP)

- Facilitated by: Symbiosis International University

- Principal characteristics: distinct grading system that is approved by every Symbiosis school that offers MBA degrees.

- Exam Schedule: Usually takes place in December.

5. The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)

- Supervised by the Graduate Management Admission Council.

- Important characteristics: globally acknowledged for admission to MBA programs across the globe, especially in India.

- Exam Schedule: Candidates can select their preferred test date from a selection of dates offered all year round.

6. GMAC's Narsee Monjee Management Aptitude Test (NMAT)

- Carried out by: GMAC

- Important aspects include several attempts to raise scores and flexible scheduling.

- Exam Schedule: conducted from October to December throughout a period of three months.

7. Admission to the Common Management Test (CMAT)

- Carried out by the National Testing Agency (NTA)

- Important components include tests of general awareness, logical reasoning, quantitative methods, and language understanding.

- Exam Schedule: Usually carried out in January.

8. The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Entrance Exam

- Carried out by the National Testing Agency (NTA)

- Important characteristics: focuses on trade and business internationally, making it perfect for applicants hoping to work abroad.

- Exam Schedule: Exams are usually held in December.

9. Common Entrance Examination for Maharashtra (MAH MBA CET)

- Carried out by DTE Maharashtra

- Important Features: Important test for Maharashtra's MBA/MMS programs, both public and private.

- Exam Schedule: Usually carried out in March.

10. TISSNET, the National Entrance Test of the Tata Institute of Social Sciences

- Conducted By: Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)

- Important characteristics: evaluates a person's capacity for logical reasoning, analysis, and social awareness.

- Exam Schedule: usually takes place in January.