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Updated 2026-05-30 · 2026 Edition

MAT 6-Month Plan

A complete 180-day plan covering 48 highest-weightage topics — prioritised by subject weight, not alphabet. No signup, no fees.

Days
180
Topics
48
Subjects
5
Phases
3
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Full foundation a concept-first pass, a depth pass, a revision pass, and a structured mock series

How to actually use your 180 days

Build real understanding, then layer depth, two revision passes, and a structured mock series.

Daily study
2.5–3.5 hours
New topics / day
≈ 0.27
Approach
a concept-first pass, a depth pass, a revision pass, and a structured mock series

This 6-month plan gives you 180 days to work through 48 weighted MAT topics across 5 subjects — roughly 0.27 new topics a day at 2.5–3.5 hours of focused study. That moderate daily load is the point of starting this early — you trade intensity for retention.

MAT marks are not spread evenly across subjects. Language-Comprehension, Mathematical-Skills, and Data-Analysis carry the heaviest weightage in recent papers, so this plan front-loads them — so they become the conceptual backbone the rest of the syllabus hangs off. Cover everything, and give weight 3–5 topics a second problem-solving pass. Low-weight topics get one solid pass — at this length they are worth keeping, not cutting.

Around 6 months lets you do far more than cover MAT — you can understand it: a concept pass, a problem-solving pass, then spaced revision across all 48 topics. A multi-month plan fails by drifting in the early, low-pressure weeks. Anchor each month to a concrete checkpoint so the slack does not become a late scramble.

What to prioritise & cut

Cover everything, and give weight 3–5 topics a second problem-solving pass. Low-weight topics get one solid pass — at this length they are worth keeping, not cutting.

Mock tests & revision

Topic and sectional tests through the build phase; full-length mocks every other week from the midpoint, weekly in the final two months. Maintain an error log from the start.

Weekly rhythm

Three arcs: a concept-building phase, a depth-and-problems phase, and a revision-plus-mocks phase. Each subject gets at least two spaced passes.

Phase-by-phase plan

24 weeks total

A 180-day plan only works when you sequence it. Here is how the 6-Month Plan breaks down — foundation, depth, then mocks.

  1. 1

    Foundation

    8 weeks

    Build concept depth across full syllabus

    Topic-wise notes
    Concept tests
    Recap docs
  2. 2

    Advanced + PYQs

    10 weeks

    PYQs of last 7-10 years; advanced problems

    Year-wise PYQ solving
    Topic-wise problem mastery
    Concept gap-fix list
  3. 3

    Mocks + final revision

    6 weeks

    Weekly full-length mocks; targeted revision

    10+ full mocks
    Weak-topic eradication
    Last-mile drill

Week-by-week schedule

Week Days Topics covered
1 1–7 Language-Comprehension: Reading Comprehension Fundamentals (w3)Mathematical-Skills: Number System & Basics (w3)
2 8–14 Data-Analysis: Tables & Caselets (w3)Reasoning: Topic 1 (w3)
3 15–21 General Knowledge: Ancient Indian History (w3)Language-Comprehension: Main Idea & Theme Questions (w3)
4 22–28 Mathematical-Skills: Basic Arithmetic Operations (w3)Data-Analysis: Data Comparison & Caselets (w3)
5 29–35 Reasoning: Topic 2 (w3)General Knowledge: Medieval & Modern Indian History (w3)
6 36–42 Language-Comprehension: Inference & Conclusion in RC (w3)Mathematical-Skills: Time, Speed & Distance (w3)
7 43–49 Data-Analysis: Pie Charts & Circle Diagrams (w3)Reasoning: Topic 3 (w3)
8 50–56 General Knowledge: Indian Geography & Environment (w3)Language-Comprehension: Vocabulary in Context (w3)
9 57–63 Mathematical-Skills: Percentages and Profit-Loss (w3)Data-Analysis: Bar Graphs & Column Charts (w3)
10 64–70 Reasoning: Topic 4 (w3)General Knowledge: Indian Polity & Constitution (w3)
11 71–77 Language-Comprehension: Para Jumbles (Sentence Rearrangement) (w3)Mathematical-Skills: Number Systems and Decimals (w3)
12 78–84 Data-Analysis: Line Graphs & Trend Analysis (w3)Reasoning: Topic 5 (w3)
13 85–91 General Knowledge: Indian Economy & Banking (w3)Language-Comprehension: Fill in the Blanks (w3)
14 92–98 Mathematical-Skills: Probability & Permutation-Combination (w3)Data-Analysis: Mixed Graphs & Data Fusion (w3)
15 99–105 Reasoning: Topic 6 (w3)General Knowledge: General Science & Technology (w3)
16 106–112 Language-Comprehension: Word Usage & Analogies (w3)Mathematical-Skills: Simple & Compound Interest (w3)
17 113–119 Data-Analysis: Data Sufficiency Problems (w3)Reasoning: Topic 7 (w3)
18 120–126 General Knowledge: World Geography & Current Affairs (w3)Language-Comprehension: Critical Reasoning (w3)
19 127–133 Mathematical-Skills: Simple & Compound Interest (w3)Data-Analysis: Logical Reasoning Caselets (w3)
20 134–140 Reasoning: Topic 8 (w3)General Knowledge: Sports, Awards & Miscellaneous (w3)
21 141–147 Language-Comprehension: Para Completion & Assertion (w3)Mathematical-Skills: Ratio, Proportion & Partnership (w3)
22 148–154 Data-Analysis: Venn Diagrams & Set Theory (w3)Reasoning: Topic 9 (w3)
23 155–161 Language-Comprehension: Summary & Passage Questions (w3)Mathematical-Skills: HCF, LCM, Average, Age Problems & Chain Rule (w3)
24 162–168 Data-Analysis: Mixed Data Sets & Data Integration (w3)Reasoning: Topic 10 (w3)

Subject-wise topic split

Each topic shows its weightage (1–5 dots) and the concepts you'll cover. Higher-weight topics appear first.

Language-Comprehension

10 topics
  • Reading Comprehension Fundamentals ●●●○○
  • Main Idea & Theme Questions ●●●○○
  • Inference & Conclusion in RC ●●●○○
  • Vocabulary in Context ●●●○○
  • Para Jumbles (Sentence Rearrangement) ●●●○○
  • Fill in the Blanks ●●●○○
  • Word Usage & Analogies ●●●○○
  • Critical Reasoning ●●●○○
  • + 2 more topics on the full roadmap →

Mathematical-Skills

10 topics
  • Number System & Basics ●●●○○
  • Basic Arithmetic Operations ●●●○○
  • Time, Speed & Distance ●●●○○
  • Percentages and Profit-Loss ●●●○○
  • Number Systems and Decimals ●●●○○
  • Probability & Permutation-Combination ●●●○○
  • Simple & Compound Interest ●●●○○
  • Simple & Compound Interest ●●●○○
  • + 2 more topics on the full roadmap →

Data-Analysis

10 topics
  • Tables & Caselets ●●●○○
  • Data Comparison & Caselets ●●●○○
  • Pie Charts & Circle Diagrams ●●●○○
  • Bar Graphs & Column Charts ●●●○○
  • Line Graphs & Trend Analysis ●●●○○
  • Mixed Graphs & Data Fusion ●●●○○
  • Data Sufficiency Problems ●●●○○
  • Logical Reasoning Caselets ●●●○○
  • + 2 more topics on the full roadmap →

Reasoning

10 topics
  • Topic 1 ●●●○○

    Seating Arrangement and Puzzles: Linear, circular, and square seating arrangements with directional facing; complex puzzles involving multiple parameters like age, colour, profession - a high-scope reasoning section in RBI Phase I with moderate to high difficulty.

  • Topic 2 ●●●○○

    Blood Relations and Direction Sense: Family tree problems, coded blood relations, cardinal directions, shadow-based direction problems, and distance-direction combined questions - direct and scoring if practiced thoroughly.

  • Topic 3 ●●●○○

    Coding-Decoding: Letter coding, number coding, mixed coding, sentence coding, and new pattern coding - a speed-intensive section testing pattern recognition skills with increasing complexity in recent exams.

  • Topic 4 ●●●○○

    Syllogism and Logical Arguments: Premise-conclusion relationships, Venn diagrams for syllogism, possibility cases, reverse syllogism, and logical consistency checks - a conceptual section requiring practice of rules.

  • Topic 5 ●●●○○

    Input-Output and Machine Input: Sequences derived from rearrangement patterns, step-by-step transformation rules, and analyzing output to determine input - tests logical sequencing ability.

  • Topic 6 ●●●○○

    Data Sufficiency: Problems from various reasoning topics presented as data sufficiency questions - tests ability to evaluate whether given statements are sufficient to answer a question without actually solving it.

  • Topic 7 ●●●○○

    Inequalities and Comparisons: Direct inequalities, coded inequalities, relationship-based comparisons, and ranking-order problems - straightforward when concepts are clear.

  • Topic 8 ●●●○○

    Verbal Reasoning: Statement-assumption, statement-argument, statement-course of action, cause and effect, and critical reasoning - tests higher-order reasoning and decision-making ability.

  • + 2 more topics on the full roadmap →

General Knowledge

8 topics
  • Ancient Indian History ●●●○○

    Current Affairs - National: Major government policies, schemes (PM-KISAN, Digital India, Make in India), legislative updates, and important national events from the past year - a high-weight area in RAS Prelims General Knowledge.

  • Medieval & Modern Indian History ●●●○○

    Current Affairs - International: Important summits (G20, BRICS, ASEAN), international organizations, global economic developments, conflicts, treaties, and India foreign policy engagements.

  • Indian Geography & Environment ●●●○○

    Rajasthan-Specific GK: Districts, capitals, tourist places, folk traditions, famous personalities, sports achievements, and current events specific to Rajasthan - direct and scoring questions in RAS Prelims.

  • Indian Polity & Constitution ●●●○○

    Awards and Honors: Major national awards (Padma, Bharat Ratna), international awards (Nobel, Oscar, Grammy), sports awards (Arjuna, Khel Ratna), and recognition for Rajasthan achievers.

  • Indian Economy & Banking ●●●○○

    Science and Technology: Government S&T missions, space program (ISRO), IT and cybersecurity developments, defence achievements, recent inventions, and science awards - increasing weight in GK section.

  • General Science & Technology ●●●○○

    Sports GK: Major sporting events, Indian and global athletes, cricket world events, Olympics, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games results, and sports-related awards and records.

  • World Geography & Current Affairs ●●●○○

    Important Days and Themes: International and national days of significance (Environment, Health, Education), their themes, and why they matter in the context of government schemes and policies.

  • Sports, Awards & Miscellaneous ●●●○○

    Books and Authors: Important books by Indian and world authors, literary awards (Jnanpith, Booker), Rajasthani literature and authors - a minor but distinctive area in GK.

Why a 180-day plan beats a 1,200-page prep book

DimensionTypical MAT bookThis 6-Month Plan
Time to startHours of reading before any study startsSeconds — plan is already here
PersonalisationOne-size-fits-allFits exactly your 180 days
FreshnessPrinted months agoUpdated for the 2026 cycle · verified 2026-05-30
Weightage signalAuthor guessDerived from last 5 years' papers
Cost₹500–2,500₹0
Sign-up requiredOften (with a trial trap)None

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MAT 6-Month Plan — common questions

Is 180 days enough to prepare for MAT? +

Around 6 months lets you do far more than cover MAT — you can understand it: a concept pass, a problem-solving pass, then spaced revision across all 48 topics. The honest answer depends on your starting point, but this 6-month plan is built to get the most from the time you have: build real understanding, then layer depth, two revision passes, and a structured mock series.

How many hours a day does this MAT 6-month plan need? +

Plan for 2.5–3.5 hours of focused study, covering about 0.27 new topics a day. Three arcs: a concept-building phase, a depth-and-problems phase, and a revision-plus-mocks phase. Each subject gets at least two spaced passes.

What should I skip if I am short on time? +

Cover everything, and give weight 3–5 topics a second problem-solving pass. Low-weight topics get one solid pass — at this length they are worth keeping, not cutting.

When should I start mock tests on this plan? +

Topic and sectional tests through the build phase; full-length mocks every other week from the midpoint, weekly in the final two months. Maintain an error log from the start.

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