Is the MAT IBT mode exam pattern different from CBT and PBT exams?

<p>The MAT IBT exam format is identical to that of the CBT or PBT. All examination modalities of the MAT exam follow the same pattern, in actuality. The MAT exam takes two hours, or 120 minutes, to complete in the PBT, CBT, and IBT modalities. The marking system is one plus one for a right answer and one minus 0.25 for a wrong answer. Since there is no sectional time limit for the MAT, candidates are free to use the two hours anyway they see fit. Ideally, they should dedicate 25 minutes each to the top four areas and 15 minutes to the general knowledge portion. Because each MAT session contains a different set of questions, there can be a minor variation in the level of difficulty.</p>

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<p>No. The exam pattern of MAT IBT is not different from CBT or PBT. In fact, the MAT exam pattern of all test modes is the same. The duration of MAT exam (PBT, CBT and IBT modes) is 2 hours or 120 minutes. The marking scheme is - plus one for correct attempt and minus 0.25 for incorrect attempt. There is no sectional time limit in MAT so candidates can utilise the 2 hours as per their own strategy. They should ideally, spend 25 minutes each on the top four sections and 15 minutes on the GK section. However, there may be slight difference in difficulty level because the questions in each MAT session are unique. No question is repeated in any session across CBT, PBT or IBT. This is to prevent any candidate from getting advantage or facing disadvantage due to leaking of the questions or in case of a candidates re-attempting the exam.</p>

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