The HPU MAT 2026 examination, conducted by HPU, is set for the designated exam date. The admission is based on competitive examination which comprises of applications ratings, Management Aptitude Test (objective type having multiple choice Questions), group discussion and personal interview. Management Aptitude Test (HPU-MAT) will be of objective type having Multiple Choice Questions (M.C.Q.).
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HPU MAT
Direct Link to Apply Online: Click here to fill the HPU MAT Application Form.
HPU MAT 2026 Exam Date
| Exam Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Release of application form or Start of registration | As per HPU |
| Last date to apply | As per HPU |
| Issuance of HPU MAT admit card 2026 | As per HPU |
| HPU MAT 2026 exam date | As per HPU |
| Release of answer key | As per HPU |
| Announcement of HPU MAT result 2026 | As per HPU |
Courses
Master of Business Administration (MBA) – 120 seats
The aim of MBA programme is to enable a graduate student to become a practitioner during the course itself. While preparing a student for management career the emphasis is on self learning. We encourage the analytical and inquisitive minds to consolidate their varied skills, creativity, innovativeness and thus seek knowledge to be able to make mature judgements.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.) – Subject to availability
The institute registers students (MBA) for doctoral degree in the Management Studies. The candidates who have qualified UGC-JRF may get registered for Ph.D programme in management studies, if other wise eligible. The candiates who have qualified UGC-NET are required to quality the Entrnace Test (Subject to avalibity of Seats) conduted by the Himachal Pradesh University time to time.
Duration
MBA – 2 years in 4 sems.
Eligibility
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Any first bachelor’s degree of a university, established by law in India, at least with 50% marks(45% maks in the case of Scheduled Cast/ Scheduled Tribe candidate). The students who have commpleted and are appearing for their final bachelor degree examination shall be allowed to appear in Himanchal Pradesh University Management Aptitude Test (HPUMAT).
Basis of Admission
The admission is based on competitive examination which comprises of applications ratings, Management Aptitude Test (objective type having multiple choice Questions), group discussion and personal interview.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.)
The candidates have qualified UGC-JRF may get direct registered for Ph.D programme in management studies, if other wise eligible.
Fee Structure MBA
| Head Wise | 1st Year For Boys and Non-Subsidized Category | 2nd Year For Boys and Non-Subsidized Category | 1st Year For Girls Subsidized Category | 2nd Year For Girls Subsidized Category |
| Total | 7,100 | 5,850 | 4,450 | 3,450 |
* Non-Subsidized students have to pay Rs. 1,00,000/- per annum in addition to the normal fees.
** Note : – Hike of fees subject to change from time to time as per Himachal Pradesh University rules.
*** Examination fees will be submitted at the time of filling the Examination form every semester.
Fee Structure PhD
| Sr. No. | Fees Deion | Amount |
| 01 | Admission / Registration fee | Rs. 5,000/- |
| 02 | Thesis Submission/Evaluation Fee | Rs. 10,000/- |
| 03 | Research Fee | Rs. 800/- pm |
| 04 | Firsr Extension | As per University Rules |
| 05 | Second Extension | As per University Rules |
| 06 | Third Extension | As per University Rules |
The HPU-MAT will have four sections of:-
| Sr. No. | Section Name | No. of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | English Comprehension | 50 |
| 2. | Reasoning | 50 |
| 3. | Business Environment | 50 |
| 4. | Arithmetic Comprehension & Data Interpretation | 50 |
| – | Total | 200 |
The performance in HPU-MAT is the basis for screening the candidates for group discussion and personal interview. Normally, three candidates for each seat are called for group discussion and personal interview.
The performance in the Test, Group Discussion and Personal Interview and application rating will be the criterion for admitting the students. The candidates for Non Subsidised Students compete among themselves, so is the case with the subsidized seats.
HPU MAT Application Form
- The HPU MAT Application Form, also known as the HPU MAT Registration, is the process of applying for the test.
- If you wish to take the Himachal Pradesh University Management Aptitude Test, you must first check the eligibility criteria and apply according to the guidelines provided by HPU on their official website hpuniv.ac.in.
- Himachal Pradesh University announces the release date and last date for the HPU MAT Application Form through notifications from time to time.
- Therefore, it’s crucial to fill in the correct details in the application form for the HPU MAT exam, provide the required relevant documents, pay the fee, and submit it before the deadline.
- Only those who apply on time will be able to download the HPU MAT admit card later on.
Exam Centers
The HPU-MAT will be conducted at
1. Shimla
2. Solan
3. Hamirpur
4. Palampur
5. Una
6. Mandi
7. Dharamshala.
The institute reserves the right to change the date / centre of HPU-MAT.
NOTE : The centre will be created depending on the number of applicants.
HPU MAT – An Overview
| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | HPU MAT |
| HPU MAT Full Form | Himachal Pradesh University Management Aptitude Test |
| More Exams Of This Type | MBA Entrance Exams |
| Scale Of This Exam | University Level |
| State or Region For Which This Exam Is Most Relevant | Himachal Pradesh (note – this does not indicate domicile requirement. it only refers to states or regions where score accepting colleges are situated) |
| Organization That Holds This Exam | HPU |
| HPU Full Form | Himachal Pradesh University |
| Official Website | hpuniv.ac.in |
| Programs or Courses Where Admission Is Through This Test | MBA |
| Colleges or Universities Where Admission Is Through This Test | Himachal Pradesh University Business School (HPUBS) and H.P. University Regional Centre Dharamshala |