NMAT
NMAT Exam
What is NMAT?
The NMAT by GMAC (Graduate Management Admission Council) is a national-level MBA entrance exam conducted for admission into some of the top business schools in India and abroad. It is a computer-based adaptive test where the difficulty level adjusts based on your responses.
Key Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | NMAT by GMAC |
| Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) / Online Proctored from Home |
| Frequency | Once per year (You can attempt up to 3 times) |
| Score Validity | 1 Year |
| Application Fee | Approx. ₹2,800 (excluding taxes) |
| Accepting Institutes | NMIMS, KJ Somaiya, IFMR, ISB (Advanced Management Program), SP Jain Global, and many more |
Eligibility Criteria
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Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 50% marks (Some colleges may have their own criteria)
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Final year students can also apply
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No age limit
NMAT Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Time Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Language Skills (Verbal) | 36 | 28 mins |
| Quantitative Skills | 36 | 52 mins |
| Logical Reasoning | 36 | 40 mins |
| Total | 108 | 120 mins (2 hours) |
✅ No negative marking
Syllabus
Quantitative Skills
Algebra, Arithmetic, Geometry, Data Interpretation, Number System, Modern Math (P&C, Probability)
Logical Reasoning
Series, Coding-Decoding, Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Analogies, Critical Reasoning
Language Skills
Reading Comprehension, Synonyms/Antonyms, Error Detection, Para Jumbles, Fill in the Blanks
Top Colleges Accepting NMAT Score
| College | Location |
|---|---|
| NMIMS (Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad) | Multiple |
| KJ Somaiya Institute of Management | Mumbai |
| ISB (Hyderabad) – AMPBA Program | Hyderabad |
| IFMR Graduate School of Business | Chennai |
| SP Jain School of Global Management | Global |
| Xavier University | Bhubaneswar |
| Jain University | Bangalore |
NMAT Registration Process
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Visit www.mba.com/nmat
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Create/Login to GMAC account
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Fill application form
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Choose exam slot & mode (Test Center / Home)
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Pay fee and confirm