Overview Summary
The AIMS Test for Management Admissions (ATMA) is a national-level management entrance test conducted by the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) several times a year. Scores are accepted by AIMS member institutions and other MBA/PGDM colleges, including KSOM.
Advisory Note
AIMS has not published the ATMA 2027 session dates. ATMA is usually held in several sessions through the year; check atmaaims.com for the official schedule.
Official Portal
Official website: https://www.atmaaims.com
ATMA at a Glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Full name | ATMA 2027 |
| Conducting body | Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) |
| Level | National |
| Mode | Online (remote proctored / centre-based as notified) |
| Frequency | Multiple sessions per year |
| Exam date | Not announced (multiple sessions) |
| Registration | Not announced |
| Official website | https://www.atmaaims.com |
ATMA Important Dates
| Event | Date / Timeline | Status |
|---|---|---|
| ATMA 2027 sessions | Multiple sessions — dates to be announced by AIMS | Not announced |
| Registration | Closes before each session | Not announced |
| Result | Usually within a few weeks of each session | Not announced |
Dates last checked by CollegeDarbar on 16 October 2026. Always confirm on the official website before applying.
ATMA Eligibility Criteria
- A bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
- Final-year students can apply.
- There is no minimum percentage set by AIMS; participating institutes may set their own cut-offs.
ATMA Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| Analytical Reasoning Skills I & II | 30 + 30 |
| Verbal Skills I & II | 30 + 30 |
| Quantitative Skills I & II | 30 + 30 |
| Total | 180 questions in 3 hours |
Recent cycles awarded +1 for each correct answer with negative marking of −0.25 for each incorrect answer. Confirm the 2027 scheme on atmaaims.com.
ATMA Syllabus
- Analytical reasoning: logical deduction, arrangements, critical reasoning.
- Verbal skills: reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, sentence correction.
- Quantitative skills: arithmetic, algebra, geometry, data interpretation.
How to Apply for ATMA
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Step 1: Register on atmaaims.com and choose the session.
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Step 2: Fill personal and academic details; upload photo and signature.
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Step 3: Pay the application fee online.
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Step 4: Download the admit card and take the test.
ATMA Application Fee
AIMS notifies the fee for each session on atmaaims.com.
Colleges Accepting ATMA
KIIT School of Management (KSOM), Bhubaneswar
ParticipatingOfficial Site
AIMS member institutes across India
ParticipatingOfficial Site
Other MBA/PGDM colleges that list ATMA (check each)
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ATMA Preparation Tips
- ATMA has many sessions — use it as a backup if your CAT/XAT score is uncertain.
- Practise for speed: 180 questions in 3 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Official Sources
- [ATMA – official AIMS website](https://www.atmaaims.com)