As of 5 August 2026
How to Prepare for the dMAT: A Practical Plan
Start as soon as you know the dMAT applies to you. Read the official instructions first, complete one practice run each day, review every wrong answer, and finish both full mock tests before the real test on 26 September 2026.
The simple plan
- 1. Read the official booklet.
- 2. Complete one practice run daily.
- 3. Review every wrong answer.
- 4. Finish both full mocks.
A four-step preparation plan
The official dMAT site recommends using all its available materials because the live test gives only short reminders, not the full instructions. See the official preparation page.
Read the official instructions first
Learn how Figure Sequences, Mathematical Equations, Latin Squares and the General Academic Module work before you try to answer quickly.
Complete one practice run each day
Use one focused run for a Core section, then read the explanation for every wrong answer.
Finish both full mocks
Complete both full mock tests before the real test. Follow the official module order and use the planned break.
Check the final booking information
g.a.s.t. puts the test location, time and meeting point in your participant portal about five days before the test.
Download the dMAT preparation guides
Read the official General Academic Module booklet before your first full mock. The registration guide shows the booking screens.
The dMAT is run by g.a.s.t. / TestDaF Institute. Always confirm dates, centres and fees on d-mat.de before you book.
When should you start?
Start when you confirm that the dMAT applies to you. The current India test is on 26 September 2026, so do not wait for the 15 September 2026 registration deadline to begin learning the task format.
Use the last full mock as a check
Complete it before test day, then review the questions you got wrong. Do not use the practice percentage as an official 0 to 200 score.
Official sources
Checked 5 August 2026. Facts on this page come from the official dMAT preparation page, the official General Academic Module booklet, and the official dMAT terms.
Practise the dMAT free
Try two questions without an account, then sign in for unlimited Core practice and two full mock tests.
Frequently asked questions
When should I start preparing for the dMAT?
Start as soon as you know the dMAT applies to you. Learn the task instructions first, then use the remaining time for regular practice and both full mocks.
How often should I practise for the dMAT?
Use one focused practice run each day. After each run, read the explanation for every wrong answer before you start another run.
Should I take full dMAT mock tests?
Yes. Complete both full mocks before the real test. Follow the official order and take the planned break so the full flow is familiar.
Where can I get official dMAT preparation material?
The official dMAT website publishes instructions, sample tasks, solutions, videos and a preparation booklet. The booklet is also available on this page.
Do I need to memorise facts for the dMAT?
The official India page says the test checks transfer and application skills rather than memorised factual knowledge. Learn the task rules and practise applying them.