dMAT Syllabus

dMAT syllabus and exam pattern

What the dMAT covers, section by section — the reasoning Core Module and the General Academic Module — with the timing and question style you should practise for.

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Core Module — general reasoning

Figure Sequences — spot the transformation rule and predict the next figure.
Mathematical Equations — solve compact numeric/relational puzzles under time.
Latin Squares — fill interdependent grids with no repeats in a row or column.

In our practice papers: 25 minutes each for Figure Sequences and Mathematical Equations, and 20 minutes for Latin Squares.

General Academic Module (GAM)

Applied, academic-style problem-solving delivered as short testlets — quantitative, data-table, logical-inference, scheduling and reading archetypes — rather than rote recall. A single 90-minute section in our papers.

Scoring & timing

The dMAT is single-choice and digitally scored; there is no calculator or notes. Because it is strictly timed, pacing is part of the test — which is why timed practice papers matter more than static PDFs. For official score ranges and validity, see the dMAT guide.

dMAT syllabus — frequently asked questions

What is the dMAT exam pattern?

The dMAT has two parts. The Core Module tests general reasoning through three subtests — Figure Sequences, Mathematical Equations and Latin Squares. The General Academic Module (GAM) then tests applied, academic-style problem-solving through short testlets. It is single-choice and delivered digitally under time limits, with no calculator or notes.

How is the dMAT scored?

Results are reported as a percentile rank plus a scaled score (around 0–200, with a mean near 100), combined across modules. There is no officially published universal pass mark for the APS-India route — aim for the strongest score you can. Confirm current scoring on the official site.

How long is the dMAT and how many sections are there?

The dMAT runs about three and a half hours in total across its four subtests — Figure Sequences, Mathematical Equations, Latin Squares and the General Academic Module. Always confirm the current timing on the official site before test day.

What is the difference between the Core Module and the General Academic Module?

The Core Module measures abstract reasoning speed and accuracy (patterns, equations, logic grids). The General Academic Module measures applied problem-solving — reading a passage, table or scenario and answering linked questions — closer to real academic work than to rote recall.

Practise the full pattern free

Take a free, timed readiness check across the core reasoning sections, then work through full mock papers built to this exact structure.

Practise the full pattern free →How to prepare

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