ATMA
AIMS Test for Management Admissions (ATMA)
ATMA is conducted by the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) several times a year for admission to MBA and PGDM programmes.
It has six sections of 30 questions, each with its own 30-minute window.
ATMA at a glance
- CONDUCTED BY
- Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS)
- WHEN
- Several times a year
- MODE
- Computer-based test
- DURATION
- 180 minutes
- QUESTIONS
- 180
- NEGATIVE MARKING
- −0.25 per wrong answer
Sections and marking
- +1 for every correct answer
- −0.25 for a wrong answer
- No marks lost for questions left unanswered
- 30 minutes per section, with no carry-over
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| Analytical Reasoning Skills I | 30 |
| Verbal Skills I | 30 |
| Quantitative Skills I | 30 |
| Analytical Reasoning Skills II | 30 |
| Verbal Skills II | 30 |
| Quantitative Skills II | 30 |
Each section has a 30-minute limit; unused time does not carry over.
What the exam rewards
180 questions over 3 hours needs steady focus.
Two sections of analytical and logical reasoning.
Two sections of reading, grammar and vocabulary.
Two sections of arithmetic, algebra and data.
A simple preparation plan
- 01
Practise 30-minute blocks
Train each section in a strict 30-minute window.
- 02
Build stamina
Take full 3-hour mocks before the exam.
- 03
Mind the penalty
At −0.25, avoid random guesses in the last minutes of a section.
- 04
Use it as a second chance
ATMA's frequent dates can add options alongside CET or CAT.
Colleges that accept ATMA
In Maharashtra, scores from CAT, CMAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA and GMAT can be used for All India seats in the MBA/MMS Centralised Admission Process (CAP) alongside MAH-CET, subject to that year's admission rules.
ATMA mocks in CET Plus
CET Plus includes 15 mocks across MAT, ATMA and CMAT, along with 20 CET mocks and 10 CET masterclasses.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is ATMA structured?
Six sections of 30 questions each, with 30 minutes per section, for 180 questions in 180 minutes.
Is there negative marking in ATMA?
Yes. A wrong answer costs 0.25 marks.
Can ATMA be used for Maharashtra MBA admissions?
Yes, for All India seats in the MBA/MMS CAP, subject to that year's admission rules.
How often is ATMA held?
Several times a year. AIMS announces the dates on its website.
Patterns, dates and accepted colleges can change each year. Always confirm the latest details on the official website: atmaaims.com.