ATMA exam pattern 2021 – The association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) will inform candidates about the exam pattern of ATMA 2021 through the information brochure, which will be released at the time of the admission notification. The ATMA 2021 exam pattern will contain details about the structure and nature of the exam, like the number of questions asked, source for framing these questions, marking scheme, and test duration. The candidate thus by consulting the exam pattern of ATMA 2021 will be able to align their preparation as per exam requirements. Take for example, the ATMA question paper will include 180 multiple choice questions; considering the test duration is 180 minutes, it is one minute per question. So, the candidate mustn’t just work on their problem solving ability but also speed. ATMA 2021 exam will be conducted in online mode tentatively in the 2nd week of February. Go through the rest of the article to learn the full details of ATMA exam pattern 2021.
ATMA 2021 exam pattern – Highlights
| Mode of ATMA 2021 exam | Computer-based test (CBT) |
| Duration of the exam | 3 hours |
| Question type | Multiple choice questions (MCQs) Each multiple choice question will have four answer options. Out of these, one will be the correct option. |
| Sections | The ATMA question paper will have 6 sections: Analytical Reasoning Verbal Skills Quantitative Skills Analytical Reasoning Verbal Skills Quantitative Skills |
| Questions per section | 30 questions will be asked from each section. |
| Total questions | 180 |
| Sectional time allotted | 30 minutes will be allotted for each section |
| Marking scheme | +1 mark to be awarded for a correct answer; -0.25 mark for an incorrect answer |
| Admission Brochure containing ATMA exam pattern details | Download here |
ATMA exam pattern 2021: Subject-wise number of questions and allotted time
| Subject | Number of questions | Time allotted (minutes) |
| Analytical Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Verbal Skills | 30 | 30 |
| Quantitative Skills | 30 | 30 |
| Analytical Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Verbal Skills | 30 | 30 |
| Quantitative Skills | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 180 | 180 minutes |
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ATMA exam pattern 2021 – Key Points
- The exam pattern of ATMA 2021 must be consulted by the candidate when preparing for the exam.
- Changes to exam pattern: The exam conducting body has the authority to make changes to the ATMA exam pattern if they deem it necessary. Note that in the last academic session owing to COVID-19 pandemic, the exam was conducted in remote-based mode. So, it is important that the candidate stays updated about the latest news on the exam pattern front.
- Along with the exam pattern, one must also refer to the ATMA syllabus 2021. Check which topics are important, and weightage carried by various topics.
ATMA exam-day guidelines
- Reporting time: The reporting time will be mentioned on the ATMA admit card 2021. Note that late comes may not be allowed to enter the exam venue.
- What items are allowed and not allowed: Electronic gadgets like smartphones, cameras, and smartwatches are not allowed inside the exam hall. Also on the banned list are written textual material and books. The candidate may however be allowed to carry transparent water bottles and emergency medicines.
- Also, any candidate found to be involved in unfair practices, like cheating, will be disqualified.
- Document checklist: The candidate will be allowed inside the exam venue on displaying their admit cards. One must also carry with them a valid photo id proof.
ATMA application form 2021
The exam conducting body will release the ATMA application form 2021 in online mode sometime in December. Candidates who meet the prescribed ATMA eligibility criteria 2021 need to duly fill the application form and submit it before the last date. As part of the application process, the applicant will have to pay the exam fee (only credit and debit payment are allowed), fill the registration form, select an exam centre, upload scanned copies of photograph and signature. Post successful completion of the application process, ATMA admit card 2020 will be generated.
