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ATMA Exam Pattern 2026

ATMA August 2026 Registration Open; Apply by August 3, Exam on August 9

ATMA 2026 Exam Pattern

The ATMA 2026 exam pattern is prescribed by the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS). The exam is conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode and consists of 180 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The question paper is divided into six sections, with each section carrying 30 questions. Candidates are allotted 3 hours (180 minutes) to complete the examination.

Understanding the ATMA exam pattern along with the syllabus is essential for effective preparation.

Key Highlights of ATMA 2026 Exam Pattern

Particulars	Details
Exam Mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Medium of Exam	English
Total Number of Sections	6
Sections	Analytical Reasoning Skills I & II, Quantitative Skills I & II, Verbal Skills I & II
Total Number of Questions	180
Maximum Marks	180
Duration	3 Hours (180 Minutes)
Question Type	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Options per Question	4
Marking Scheme	+1 for each correct answer
Negative Marking	Yes, -0.25 mark for each incorrect answer
Marks for Unanswered Questions	0
Courses Accepting ATMA Scores	MBA, PGDM, MMS, MCA and other postgraduate management programmes

ATMA 2026 Section-wise Exam Pattern

The ATMA question paper comprises six sections, with each section containing 30 questions.

Section	Number of Questions	Marks
Analytical Reasoning Skills – I	30	30
Verbal Skills – I	30	30
Quantitative Skills – I	30	30
Analytical Reasoning Skills – II	30	30
Verbal Skills – II	30	30
Quantitative Skills – II	30	30
Total	180	180

Note: The ATMA exam has a total duration of 180 minutes (3 hours). Candidates can manage their time across all sections within the overall exam duration.