Updated on 27th February 2024 | 2:55 pm | #NMAT2024
NMAT stands for Narsee Monjee Aptitude Test which measures candidates' skills, knowledge, and comprehension of management concepts and skills. It is designed by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), and the results are used to admit students into some of the country's top management programs. It stands out as a student-friendly test because it offers a 70-day exam window, allowing candidates to attempt the test up to three times to improve their scores. With 76 centers in 73 cities, including remote areas, it provides easy access.
NMAT is a computer-adaptive test that means the difficulty level adjusts based on the candidate's performance during the exam. The test comprises 108 questions to be answered within 2 hours. Additionally, test centers are assigned on a first-come first-served basis, emphasizing the importance of early application completion.
Given below are the tentative dates for the NMAT exam 2024:
Event |
Start Date |
End Date |
Registration date |
First week of August, 2024 |
2nd week of October, 2024 |
Scheduling |
First week of August, 2024 |
2nd week of October, 2024 |
Re-scheduling |
First week of August, 2024 |
3rd week of December, 2024 |
Exam Date |
2nd week of October, 2024 |
3rd week of December, 2024 |
Registration-retake |
2nd week of October, 2024 |
3rd week of December, 2024 |
Retake re-scheduling |
2nd week of October, 2024 |
3rd week of December, 2024 |
NMAT 2024 will allow students to apply for admission to NMIMS and other top institutes for the batch of 2025-27. Here are the relevant details about the exam:
Highlight |
Details |
Exam Name |
Narsee Monjee Aptitude Test |
Official Website |
|
Conducting Body |
Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) |
Frequency |
Annually |
Registration Mode |
Online |
Exam Mode |
Computer-based |
Medium of Exam |
English |
Total time |
2 hours |
Total Questions |
108 |
Sections |
Language skills, Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude |
Marking Scheme |
+3 for every correct answer No Negative Marking for any wrong answer |
Learn more about the NMAT exam by clicking here.
Only the candidates who comply with the policies of GMAC and register timely for NMAT 2024 will be allowed to take the exam. In case you register for NMAT 2024 and change your mind afterward, the application fees would not be refunded. If any information provided by you is determined to be frivolous or fraudulent, GMAC reserves the right to invalidate your exam and cancel your candidature.
The eligibility criteria of NMAT 2024:
Academic Qualification |
Completed graduation from a UGC/AICTE recognized institute or equivalent |
Minimum Aggregate |
Candidates should have scored at least 50% in their graduation |
Nationality |
There are no nationality criteria for NMAT |
Age Limit |
There is no age limit barrier for NMAT |
Professional Qualification |
Work Experience is not mandatory |
Maximum Attempts |
Candidates can take the NMAT exam upto 3 times including your first try and two more attempts, even if you missed the exam before. |
The exam will be conducted in a 70-day window. Here are the levels of NMAT 2024 registration that you must understand before applying for the examination:
Level 1 |
Visiting the official NMAT website and creating an account using a valid email ID and other personal credentials. |
Level 2 |
Open your email account and click on the verification link received by GMAC and sign up successfully for NMAT 2024. |
Level 3 |
Type in your personal information, academic background, work experience, the names of the MBA programs you are interested in, up to five business schools where you plan to apply, your choice of test cities, and a valid ID number such as Aadhaar, PAN, or Driving License. |
Level 4 |
Scan and upload your photograph and digital signature according to the specifications provided by GMAC, ensuring that the file is in the designated format (JPG/JPEG, PNG, GIF) and does not exceed 1 MB in size. If the document is provided outside the specified format, GMAC will not allow it to be uploaded. |
Level 5 |
Save and submit all the above-entered information and proceed to payment. After remitting the fees, you will get your "NMAT ID" which will be provided by GMAC itself. Take a printout for future reference. Now, you will be notified by GMAC to schedule your exam, book your slot and download your hall ticket. The same will be reflected on your NMAT dashboard. |
Here are some important points that you must make a note of during NMAT 2024 registration.
The NMAT 2024 application fee will be the same for everyone. The mode of payment needs to be online. Given below is the application fee for NMAT-
Fee Type |
Fee Amount |
Registration Fee |
INR 2,800 + applicable taxes |
Fee to Reschedule |
INR 1,200 + applicable taxes |
Fee to Retake Exam |
INR 2,800 + applicable taxes |
Additional Score Report Fee (above 5) |
INR 300 + applicable taxes per report |
Candidates can schedule the exam after creating their NMAT account during the scheduling period from 1st August 2024 to 12th October 2024. Here are the essential steps to schedule your NMAT exam:
Candidates get the option to reschedule their NMAT exam, though a fee must be paid for the same. In NMAT 2024, a candidate is allowed 2 retakes i.e. you can make up to three attempts in the NMAT exam.
Candidates have an opportunity to retake the test twice after the first attempt. After completing the NMAT once, the option to retake the test will become available on the student dashboard. Candidates are required to pay retake fees for each attempt.
NMAT candidates have the option to reschedule their examination under urgent circumstances, subject to a fee. If candidates are unable to adhere to the original schedule, they may postpone the exam to a later date. Once the exam date has been rescheduled, it cannot be reverted to the original date.
NMAT hall tickets will go live on the student dashboard within 24 hours of NMAT registration. Candidates can visit the NMAT dashboard through the official website. NMAT 2024 hall tickets can be downloaded online from the NMAT dashboard. The NMAT exam window will be from 10th October 2024 to 19th December 2024. Candidates must carry this hall ticket along with a govt. ID proof on the exam day. Here are the details which will be mentioned on the NMAT 2024 hall tickets.
The cut-off marks represent the minimum scores required for admission eligibility. NMAT cut-offs will be announced for each MBA specialization after the NMAT results are declared. Each participating institute will have its own distinct cut-off. Candidates will have the opportunity to review the cut-off marks for each section. Those who meet the cut-off criteria will progress to undergoing further admission procedures and must successfully complete all shortlisting stages such as Group Discussion (GD), Personal Interview (PI), and Writing Ability Test (WAT) as determined by the participating institute.
Presently, NMAT is accepted by several prestigious institutions, and this list continues to expand. Getting into one of these institutions can facilitate your dreams of pursuing your management degree as a lifetime experience.
The NMAT 2023 test-taking window extended from October 10th, 2023, to January 15th, 2024. Similar to the prior year, NMAT 2023 consisted of 36 questions in each section, totaling 108 questions to be completed within 120 minutes. The exam presented a moderate level of difficulty.
In the Language Skills section, the difficulty ranged from easy to moderate, encompassing 2 reading comprehension questions as well as fill-in-the-blanks, antonyms, synonyms, and para completion.
The Logical Reasoning section featured time-consuming, text-heavy questions and presented an easy to moderate level of difficulty.
The Quantitative Skills section included questions from various areas except geometry, with a focus on modern math and numbers. The data interpretation section was straightforward but lengthy, contributing to the overall moderate difficulty of the Quantitative section.
NMAT 2024 is a computer-based test that consists of 3 sections - Language Skills, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Skills. The overall test duration is 2 hrs. There is an individual time limit for each section. Students can choose the order in which they wish to attempt the paper. All the questions in the NMAT exam are MCQ-type questions. The medium of instruction for NMAT 2024 is English.
Here is the NMAT 2024 Exam Pattern
Section |
No of Questions |
Sectional Time Limit |
Range of Marks |
Quantitative Skills |
36 |
52 |
12-120 |
Logical Reasoning |
36 |
40 |
12-120 |
Language Skills |
36 |
28 |
12-120 |
Total |
108 |
120 |
36-360 |
Here are the essential key points to remember while preparing for NMAT 2024:
The NMAT, similar to other MBA entrance exams, does not adhere to a specific syllabus. However, our experts have compiled a comprehensive list of topics based on previous NMAT exams for your reference.
Based on the analysis of the past 2 years, the most dominant areas in NMAT have been:
This section of the NMAT entrance exam is very important as it covers the basic math concepts taught in 8th to 10th grade. Aligning with the syllabus and exam format for NMAT 2024, this section will not only include mathematics-based questions but also encompass data interpretation and data sufficiency. The quant section comprises 36 questions, and candidates are allotted 52 minutes to complete it.
Here is an overview of the NMAT 2024 Quantitative Skills syllabus:
Arithmetic |
Algebra |
Geometry & Mensuration |
Modern Math |
Data Interpretation |
Time & Work |
Equations |
Lines, Angles and Triangles |
Permutation & Combination |
Line Graphs |
Simple & Compound Interest |
Inequalities |
Polygons |
Probability |
Pie Chart |
Ratio-Proportions |
Logarithm |
Circles |
Coordinate Geometry |
Bar Chart |
Percentages |
Linear Equations |
Square & Rectangles |
A.P, G.P and H.P |
Tabular Graphs |
Integers |
Quadratic Equations |
3 Dimensional Figures |
Set Theory |
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HCF-LCM |
Absolute Value |
Cylinder, cones and spheres |
Venn Diagrams |
- |
Others |
Others |
Quadrilaterals |
- |
- |
The language skills section of the NMAT 2024 syllabus includes topics to evaluate reading comprehension, verbal ability, and English language skills. This section is expected to contain 36 questions, and candidates will have 28 minutes to complete it. According to the NMAT syllabus, this section will assess the candidate on vocabulary, grammar, and reading comprehension. Please refer to the table below for a comprehensive overview of the NMAT Verbal Section syllabus.
Vocabulary |
Grammar |
Comprehension |
Synonyms |
Identify the Error |
RC Passages |
Antonyms |
Choose the Correct Preposition |
Jumbled Sentences |
Analogies |
Sentence correction |
Para Jumbles |
Fill in the Blanks |
Tenses |
|
Cloze Test |
Parts of speech |
Paragraph Summary |
Idioms |
Phrasal verbs |
This section thoroughly tests candidates' ability to think critically and solve problems logically. Candidates need to sharpen your skills in recognizing patterns, understanding family connections, and interpreting directions. It's important to base your answers on the information given in the questions, rather than guessing based on real-life situations. There will be 36 questions in this section, and candidates have 40 minutes to answer them.
Here are the topics that can be covered under logical reasoning section in NMAT exam:
Verbal Reasoning |
Analytical Reasoning |
Statement and Argument based Questions |
Linear and Circular Arrangements |
Statement and Assumption based Questions |
Classification and syllogisms |
Statement and Inference based Questions |
Blood Relation Questions |
Decision making |
Coding and Decoding |
Course of Action |
Series and direction questions |
Critical Reasoning |
Matrix Type Questions |
- |
Blood Relation and Input-Output Questions |
For a detailed preparation strategy, click here.
NMAT by GMAC is one of the most prestigious MBA entrance exams in the country, accepted by prestigious B-schools like NMIMS. Preparation involves dedicated study, mock exams, and getting familiar with the exam pattern.
NMAT is conducted in a 70-day window starting from October every year. Candidates can appear for the exam 3 times i.e. 1 attempt and 2 retakes.
The registration window for NMAT 2024 will start from the first week of August 2024. Candidates who complete the application can schedule their exam as per their choice.
The time limit of the exam is 2 hours. It is divided into four sections: Quantitative, Language, and Logical Reasoning. There will be a total of 108 questions in the exam.
Candidates can take the NMAT exam up to three times, comprising one initial attempt and two retakes. A retake can be scheduled with a 15-day gap from the previous attempt, and a retake fee must be paid for each additional attempt.
Every year, the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) administers the NMIMS Management Aptitude Test (NMAT), a national-level MBA entrance examination. The test opens admission to top B-schools including NMIMS Mumbai, ISB and SPJIMR Mumbai.