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MAT exam is conducted by AIMA to provide prospective candidates an opportunity to secure admission to top management schools across the country. MAT 2022 Exam Dates for the December session have been released and as per the schedule, MAT 2022 exam for CBT & PBT modes will be conducted on December 17 and 11, respectively. MAT IBT (Internet-Based Test) mode exam will be held on 4 dates from November 24 to December 17, 2022. Also, MAT Registration for IBT, CBT & PBT modes has started. Registration for IBT mode will remain open till December 14, 2022 as per the IBT exam dates. Check MAT 2022 Application Form & Fee
Candidates often make mistakes while uploading their photographs and signature in the application form which lead to rejection of the application. AIMA, the exam conducting body for MAT 2022 requires the candidates to follow the guidelines laid out for uploading photographs and signatures to avoid any difficulties during MAT 2022 registration.
Key Points to Remember
Here are some points to remember while filling MAT Application form 2022
- Candidates must log in to the official website mat.aima.in for MAT Registration.
- Candidates must keep the correct passport size photo in a scanned format ready before starting with the registration.
- If the size and dimension do not match the required criteria, then MAT 2022 exam conducting authority has every right to reject the application.
- After uploading the images, candidates must make the payment of the application fee and complete the registration process.
- Candidates who successfully register for MAT are eligible to appear for the examination.
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MAT Photo Specifications
MAT 2022 Photo Specifications
MAT Photo Size and Dimensions are given high importance for the identification of the registered candidate during MAT 2022 exam. Without proper identification, candidates will not be allowed to enter the exam hall. So the uploaded photo will also be on the admit card and will act as an entry pass for candidates to the exam hall.
| MAT 2022 Photo Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Particulars | Details |
| File Size | 50KB -100 KB |
| Format | JPG/ JPEG |
| Preferred Background | White |
Note: To ensure that the file size stays within the limit, one can also adjust the scanner settings such as DPI resolution, color usage, contrast, etc.
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MAT 2022 Signature Specifications
Similar to the photo upload, there are certain technical details and information which are required to keep in mind while uploading signatures. These details are mentioned below for your reference.
| MAT Signature Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Particulars | Details |
| Dimension | 200 x 300 Pixels (Preferred) |
| File Size | 10 KB - 25KB |
| Format | JPG/JPEG |
| Preferred Background | White |
- The applicant has to sign on white paper with a black or blue Ink pen only.
- The signature must be signed only by the applicant and not by any other person.
- If the Applicant's signature on the answer script, at the time of the examination, does not match the signature on the Attendance Sheet, the applicant will be disqualified.
Instructions for Scanning Documents for MAT Registration 2022
Candidates are often a little skeptical about the scanning procedure of photographs for MAT Registration. Here are quick guidelines to scan your photo successfully:
- The first and foremost advice is to set the scanner resolution to a minimum of 200 DPI (dots per inch).
- The color setting should be ‘true color’.
- Candidates can use the edit option to crop the image to the advised size.
- The process of editing and scanning the photo to the correct size will be easy for candidates using MS Windows or MS Office.
- Candidates can also use MS Paint or MS Office Picture Manager to ensure correct MAT Photo Size and dimensions.
- If the candidate is using file size and format not prescribed for the application portal, an error message will be displayed and the photo will not be uploaded.
- Without uploading the photo, the candidate will not be able to proceed with the submission of the application form.
Dos and Don’ts for Uploading MAT 2022 Photograph/ Signature
Candidates are requested to consider the following Dos and Don’ts regarding the uploading process for smooth completion of MAT application form 2022:
| Dos | Don’ts |
|---|---|
| The photo must be passport-sized. Stamp size photos will not be accepted. | Dark background or background with landscape must be avoided at all cost. |
| The photo uploaded must be a recent one. It should not be more than 6 months old. | A red-eyed photo or a photo with a flash on the spectacle lens might also lead to rejection since under such a situation candidate’s eye is not visible for identification. |
| It must be a colored photo with white background. If the white background is not available, then any light-colored background will also serve the purpose well. | Candidates are ardently requested not to use any social media photo for MAT photo uploading purposes. |
| All distinctive features such as eyes, nose, forehead must be clearly visible. Photos without clear distinctive features will be rejected once the application reaches AIMA. | The signature should not be done with a pen of any other color than blue or black. |
| It must be a half-bust photo so that the shoulders of the candidate must be visible. | Black and white photographs will not be accepted and it might lead to rejection of the application form altogether. |
| Candidates must get photographed in some professional setup. Any shadow observed within the frame might also lead to rejection of the photo and application in general. | Any type of cap or hat must not be worn in the photo. Any kind of religious headband will be allowed; however, it should be worn in a way that the face is not covered, nor should any shadow fall on the eyes of the candidate. |
| The photograph must be without any expression, a straight face with the eyes straight towards the camera will serve the purpose. | Sunglasses or any type of yellow or brown glasses are a strict no while taking photos for MAT registration purposes. |
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How to Upload MAT Documents ?
How to Upload Documents while MAT 2022 Registration?
Here are the steps to follow to complete MAT Registration:
- Visit the official website for MAT i.e. aima.in
- Log in using your registration number and unique password.
- The page will then direct you to your own portal which will have a link to fill MAT application form.
- Once the application form is duly filled, you will need to upload your scanned photo to the portal.
- A separate link will be available on the application portal. Click on the link Upload Photograph in order to browse the scanned photo.
- Click the ‘Upload Button’ on the application portal
- Pay the requisite fee
- Submit MAT Application Form
Adhering to these specifications/ guidelines will ensure a smooth registration process. To avoid cancellation of your application form, do make sure that the photograph and signature are in the given format and size. Once the application form is successfully submitted, candidates can download their MAT Admit Card.
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