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The AIMS Test for Management Admissions (ATMA) is a national-level exam conducted by the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) for admission to MBA, PGDM, MMS, MCA, and PGDBA courses, accepted by over 750 institutes in India. The exam evaluates candidates' aptitude through six sections, covering Analytical Reasoning, Quantitative Skills, and Verbal Skills. Conducted multiple times a year, ATMA is administered in a center-based online test format. Last year, it was held three times.

 
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Overview

 

ATMA, or AIMS Test for Management Admissions, is a national-level exam conducted by the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) for admission to MBA, PGDM, MMS, MCA, and PGDBA programmes. For admission to various management curricula, around 750 management institutes in India accept ATMA scores. A candidate's aptitude must be evaluated in order to advance to higher-level management studies, according to the test's objective. Six sections make up the ATMA exam paper. Multiple times a year, ATMA occurs in the form of a center-based online test at different locations across the country. The exam will be given three times this year.Analytical reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and verbal reasoning are all covered in the exam.

Features Details
 Exam name  AIMS Test for Management Admissions
 Conducting Body  Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS)
 Exam Level  National Level
 Exam frequency  4-5 times a year
 Exam mode  Centre-Based Online Mode
 Duration  3 hours
 Syllabus  Analytical Reasoning Skills, Verbal Skills, Quantitative Skills
 Exam pattern Consists of 180 MCQs where a +1 mark is awarded for a correct answer and 0.25 marks are deducted for an incorrect answer. 
 Language  English
 Exam fees  INR 2000
 Exam purpose  Admission into 756 colleges
 Course offered  MBA, PGDM, MCA, PGDBA

Syllabus 

ATMA syllabus outlines the section-wise topics that candidates need to cover for the exam. The topics prescribed in the ATMA syllabus for Analytical Reasoning, Verbal Skills, and Quantitative Skills are of high school and graduate levels. Read below to learn the detailed syllabus of ATMA. Shiksha brings you the important topics and sub-topics that can be asked in the ATMA exam. Also, find the topic-wise question distribution below. 

Take a look a some of the most important topics from the six sections of the ATMA syllabus. These topics carry more weight in the ATMA exam. Check out the table below to know the ATMA syllabus highlights:

Section Topics
Verbal Skills
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Synonyms & Antonyms
  • Sentence Completion
  • Jumbled Sentences
  • Word Meaning
  • Grammar
Analytical Reasoning
  • Strike the Odd One Out
  • Blood Relations
  • Syllogism
  • Data Sufficiency
  • Statement Conclusion
  • Number Series
Quantitative Skills
  • Ratio and Proportion
  • Percentages
  • Simple Interest and Compound Interest
 

Exam Pattern

ATMA exam will have questions from three subjects - Analytical Reasoning, Quantitative and Verbal Skills. Each subject is divided into two parts –I and II. For better understanding, look at the structure of the ATMA exam pattern given below.

Structure of ATMA exam pattern

Check the table below to know the structure of the ATMA question paper:

Section No Of Questions Allotted Time Negative Marking

Analytical Reasoning Skills Part 1

30

30 minutes

Yes

  • +1.00 For the correct answer
  • -0.25 for every incorrect answer.

Analytical Reasoning Skills Part 2

30

30 minutes

Quantitative Skills Part 1

30

30 minutes

Quantitative Skills Part 2

30

30 minutes

Verbal Skills Part 1

30

30 minutes

Verbal Skills Part 2

30

30 minutes

Total

180

180 minutes

 

Eligibility Criteria 

To receive the ATMA admit card, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:

  1. Citizenship: The candidate must be an Indian citizen.
  2. Educational Qualification: Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in any field with at least 50% marks or an equivalent CGPA. For candidates from reserved categories, a minimum of 45% marks is required from a recognized university.
  3. Provisional Applications: Candidates who are in their final year of graduation can also apply provisionally.
  4. Age Limit: There is no age limit to appear for the ATMA 2024 exam.

Registration Process

The ATMA 2024 application window opened on November 30, 2024, for the February session. Interested candidates can find the application forms on the official ATMA AIMS website. Please note that there is a single application form for all management programs.

Candidates need to indicate their preferences during the application process. The application form is only available online, and offline submissions are not accepted.

Here are the steps to follow for the ATMA 2024 registration:

  1. Visit the Official Website: Go to atmaaims.com.
  2. Register: Fill in the necessary details to start the registration.
  3. Payment: Pay the registration fee online.
  4. Receive PID: A Personal Identification Number (PID) will be sent to your registered email or mobile number. Keep this PID for future reference.
  5. Complete the Application Form: Log in using your details and fill out the application form.
  6. Enter Information: Provide your residential address, exam center preferences, educational qualifications, postgraduate qualifications, and institute choices.
  7. Upload Documents: Upload a scanned copy of your photograph and signature in the required format.
  8. Review: Save all entered details and review the application form carefully.
  9. Submit: Click the submit button to complete your ATMA registration for 2024.
  10. Print: Print a copy of your application form and save it for future reference.

Important Registration dates as per last 2 years

Category 2024 2023 2022
Registration Deadline 18 May 16 July 22 May
Admit Card Download Deadline 21 May 20 July 26 May
Exam Date 25 May 23 July 29 May
Result Date 30 May 28 July 3 June

Registration fee

Category Exam Fees
General Candidates ₹2000
Women Candidates (25% relaxation) ₹1500
North Eastern States (50% relaxation) ₹1000

Cutoff %ile, Placement, Highlights, Total Fees, and Batch Size

College Name City Cutoff %ile Average Placement Median Placement Highest Placement Total Fees Batch Size
Institute of Management Studies (IMS) Ghaziabad 85 8.25L 8.25L 20L 9.5L 360
Jaipuria Institute of Management Noida 85 8.95L - 22L 14.5L 240
New Delhi Institute of Management New Delhi 80 10L 12L - 11.5L 240
Jagan Institute of Management Studies (JIMS) Rohini, New Delhi 60 8.1L 8.3L 22L 9.32L 300
School of Inspired Leadership (SOIL) Gurgaon 80-85 10L 10.3L 19.3L 14.8L 480
Delhi School of Business New Delhi 75 9L - 15L 9.75L 210