Is the DMAT exam mandatory for every APS master's applicant, or does it depend on your field of study?
No, the dMAT is not required for every applicant, since it depends on your undergraduate field, your intake, and your application timeline. It applies only to Engineering, Business and Management, and Commerce, Finance, Accounting, and Economics backgrounds, starting from the Summer 2027 intake, while several categories of applicants remain exempt.
Whether you need the dMAT depends entirely on your background rather than being a blanket rule. Your degree field, your intended intake, and how far along your APS application already is all decide whether this test applies to you.
Who The dMAT Applies To
| Field | dMAT Required |
|---|---|
| Engineering and Computer Science | Yes |
| Business and Management | Yes |
| Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Economics | Yes |
| Standalone science degrees | Generally no |
| Bachelor's or PhD applicants | No |
Who Is Exempt
- You are applying for the Winter 2026/27 intake, since the requirement starts from Summer 2027.
- You already submitted your complete APS application, or hold a completed certificate, before 29 June 2026.
- You are joining through a confirmed university exchange, double degree, or partnership program.
My Advice
Check your exact degree title against the official affected fields list before assuming either way. If you are on the borderline, for example a mixed science and management degree, contact APS India directly with your transcript rather than guessing.
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