Team7 · July 14, 2026 
Introduction
Two practical questions often get buried under ranking comparisons when candidates research MAT colleges: where will you actually live, and how much of the fee can you offset through merit scholarships?
MAT accepting colleges with hostel and scholarship options vary dramatically on both fronts, from BIMTECH’s fully residential 15-acre campus with scholarship slabs reaching ₹2 to ₹3 lakh, to Jaipuria’s ₹10 crore scholarship pool available across four campuses for the 2026-28 batch. These aren’t marginal considerations. For students relocating from another city, hostel availability determines your entire living situation for two years, and a scholarship can meaningfully change your total investment.
This guide covers the most relevant 2026 information on hostel infrastructure and scholarship schemes at the leading MAT-accepting MBA colleges across India.
BIMTECH Greater Noida: Fully Residential Campus with Structured Scholarships
BIMTECH is situated on a lush 15-plus acre fully air-conditioned, Wi-Fi-enabled residential campus in Greater Noida, making it one of the few MAT-accepting colleges where hostel accommodation is built into the programme structure rather than treated as an optional add-on.
Sports facilities include cricket, football, basketball, badminton, table tennis, and a fitness centre with 50-plus machines, alongside an on-campus health centre with 24-hour ambulance service. On scholarships, BIMTECH provides merit-based scholarships to high-performing candidates. The Late Basant Kumar Birla Admission Merit Scholarship offers financial awards ranging from ₹1 lakh to ₹3 lakhs based on CAT/XAT percentiles of 85 and above. (BIMTECH)
A separate scholarship slab runs for CAT/XAT scores at or above 90 percentile, awarding ₹2 lakh. MAT applicants should confirm directly with BIMTECH whether MAT scores qualify for these merit scholarships, since the published criteria specifically reference CAT/XAT thresholds.
Jaipuria Institute of Management: ₹10 Crore Scholarship Pool for MAT Scorers
For the MBA Batch 2026-28, Jaipuria is offering ₹10 crore in merit-based scholarships to outstanding students who excel in national-level management entrance exams. A strong performance in CAT, MAT, CMAT, or XAT could open the door to a scholarship. A sibling scholarship of ₹1 lakh is also available, and education loan partnerships with major banks are in place.
Jaipuria explicitly names MAT alongside CAT and CMAT as qualifying exams for its merit scholarship pool, making it one of the most MAT-friendly scholarship structures among top private B-schools. Jaipuria Institute of Management offers hostel facilities for both boys and girls with modern amenities across its Noida, Lucknow, Jaipur, and Indore campuses, with the 2026-27 hostel fee structure available on the official Jaipuria fees page.
FIIB Delhi: Urban Campus with Education Loan Support
FIIB Delhi operates as an urban campus rather than a residential one, which means hostel accommodation isn’t integrated into the campus itself. Students typically arrange nearby paying-guest or hostel accommodation in Delhi independently, which can work out considerably more affordable than residential campus fees at Greater Noida institutes, though it requires separate arrangement effort. (FIIB Delhi)
FIIB offers education loan assistance through tied-up banking partners and merit-based fee waivers for strong performers, though specific scholarship quantum and MAT-linked criteria should be confirmed directly on FIIB’s admissions page.
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Jaipuria School of Business Ghaziabad: Value-Oriented Option with Scholarships
Jaipuria School of Business Ghaziabad, distinct from the Jaipuria Institute campuses, also accepts MAT scores and offers scholarship schemes for meritorious candidates.
Its residential infrastructure and scholarship availability should be verified directly, since Ghaziabad’s Jaipuria School operates as a separate entity from the Jaipuria Institute network. (Jaipuria)
XIME Bangalore: Hostel-Integrated Private Campus
XIME Bangalore accepts MAT scores and operates a residential campus with hostel facilities for both male and female students.
Its scholarship programme includes merit-based waivers for students with strong entrance exam scores and academic records. For students targeting South India’s technology and analytics corporate corridor through MAT, XIME is one of the few residential-campus options with a published scholarship structure. (XIME Bangalore)
What to Actually Verify Before Applying
A few specific checks prevent common disappointments when relying on hostel and scholarship marketing claims.
- Confirm whether MAT scores specifically qualify for the scholarship slab or whether the published criteria cover only CAT and XAT scores, since many B-schools mention “national entrance exams” broadly but apply higher thresholds specifically for MAT
- Ask the admissions office directly what percentage of admitted students received scholarships in the previous batch, since a large scholarship pool doesn’t mean most students receive meaningful awards
- Verify whether hostel allocation is guaranteed for outstation students or whether it functions on a first-come basis with limited availability
- Check whether hostel fees are included in the published total fee figure or sit separately, since several colleges list tuition-only totals that don’t reflect what a residential student actually pays
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Does BIMTECH offer hostels for all admitted students?
Yes, BIMTECH operates as a fully residential campus, making hostel accommodation a standard part of the programme experience.
Q2. Can MAT scorers’ access Jaipuria’s ₹10 crore scholarship pool?
Yes, Jaipuria explicitly names MAT alongside CAT and CMAT as qualifying exams for its 2026-28 merit scholarship programme.
Q3. Do MAT scholarships reduce the published tuition fee directly?
Usually yes, though the specific deduction amount and disbursement timing varies by college. Always confirm directly with the admissions office.
Q4. Is FIIB Delhi a residential campus?
No, FIIB operates as an urban campus without integrated hostel facilities, requiring students to arrange accommodation independently.
Q5. When does MAT September 2026 registration close?
PBT registration closes September 7, and CBT registration closes September 14, 2026 at mat.aima.in.
Conclusion
MAT-accepting colleges vary significantly in hostel facilities, scholarships, and overall cost of attendance. BIMTECH and Jaipuria offer some of the strongest verified scholarship and residential options, while XIME Bangalore is a good choice for analytics-focused students. Before applying, compare the total cost, check your scholarship eligibility, and confirm hostel availability directly with the college.
