All about NMAT 2024

NMAT 2024: Key Highlights

The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) is conducting the NMAT 2024 exam within a 45-day test window, which will remain open until December 20.

• Admit Card: Candidates can download their NMAT 2024 admit card seven days prior to their scheduled test date.

• Retake Option: Those who have already taken the exam can register for a retake through the retake registration window.

• Exam Attempts: Candidates can take the NMAT exam up to three times during the test window.

  • The second attempt must be scheduled at least 15 days after the first test.

  • Similarly, the third attempt can only be scheduled 15 days after the second test.

    
    

The NMAT exam provides an opportunity for MBA aspirants to apply to top business schools in India and abroad.

What is NMAT?

NMAT, or NMAT by GMAC, is a national-level entrance exam conducted for MBA admissions at NMIMS University and other renowned business schools in India and abroad. Initially conducted by Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, the exam is now administered by GMAC.

NMAT is designed with test-takers’ convenience in mind, allowing candidates to select their exam date and venue preferences within the exam window through the scheduling option. Similar to the GMAT, NMAT provides flexibility to self-schedule the test, including the date, time, and venue, depending on seat availability at the chosen test center.

This exam is held annually within a specified testing window and evaluates candidates across three sections:

1. Language Skills

2. Quantitative Skills

3. Logical Reasoning

   
   

The NMAT score is determined based on performance in these sections and is widely accepted by leading business schools for admissions.

NMAT 2024 Highlights

The table below covers some of the major highlights of the NMAT by GMAC exam.

Features	Details
Exam name	NMAT by GMAC
Conducting body	Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC)
Exam level	National level for PG admission
Frequency	Once a year with three attempts (within 70-day test window)
Mode	CBT from test centre
Duration	120 minutes
Syllabus	Language Skills, Quantitative Skills and Logical Reasoning
Pattern	108 Questions
Language	English
NMAT registration fee	INR 3,000
Exam purpose	Admission into India's top business schools such as NMIMS, SPJIMR, ISB, XIMB, VIT, ICFAI, Shiv Nadar, SDA Bocconi, LM Thapar, etc.
Course offered	MBA/PGDM
Number of test centres and cities	87 test centres with 83 test cities
Exam helpdesk number	0120 4397855
Exam website	https://www.mba.com/exams/nmat?utm_campaign=SAS_IN_sasnmatdec_nmatexam_sasnmatarm_nmat2024_&utm_source=shiksha&utm_medium=cplv

NMAT Registration Process 2024

The first step in the admission process is completing the NMAT 2024 application form. Candidates must register for the exam within the specified timeframe. Only those who submit the application form and schedule their exam will receive the NMAT 2024 admit card.

The registration process is conducted online, and candidates need to create a login ID and password to proceed. The application fee is ₹3,000 (excluding GST), which includes exam slot booking. Payment can be made online via Debit Card, MasterCard, mobile wallets, and other options.

After completing the registration, candidates can access the reschedule option through their account. This option allows candidates to modify their test date and time up to 72 hours before the scheduled test. The rescheduling fee is ₹1,200, and the retake fee is ₹3,000, both of which can be managed through the candidate dashboard.

NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024

Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements before registering for NMAT 2024:

1. Educational Qualification:

   • A bachelor’s degree completed under the 10+2+3 or 10+2+4 education pattern from any discipline.

2. Minimum Marks:

   • Secured at least 50% aggregate marks in the final year of graduation.

3. Final-Year Students:

   • Candidates in their final year or awaiting results can also apply. Admission, however, will be provisional until they submit their graduation mark sheet and certificate.

     
     

Additionally, applicants must review the individual eligibility criteria of the NMAT-participating colleges before applying. During the application process, candidates can select up to five institutes for admission, each of which may have its own specific requirements.

Q: What is the last date for NMAT exam registration?

A:

NMAT registration usually begins in the first week of August each year. For the current session, NMAT 2023, the registration opened on August 1. Candidates have until October 10 to complete their registration. The exam scheduling window, however, remains open until October 12.

It is crucial for candidates to finish their registration by the deadline in order to take the exam. Additionally, those who wish to retake the exam within the same testing window must also complete their registration by October 10.

Q: How many times is the NMAT exam held in a year?

A:

The NMAT exam is conducted by GMAC up to three times during a single MBA admission cycle. These three attempts are spread across a testing window of approximately 45 days. Once a candidate receives a valid score, they can register for a retake, which must be scheduled at least 15 days after the previous attempt.

Candidates have the option to take the NMAT exam up to three times, selecting their preferred dates within the designated test window. Of the three attempts, only the best score is sent to the participating business schools that the candidate selects during the application process.

Q:  Is there any sectional time limit at NMAT exam?

A:

Yes, questions under each section of NMAT exam are to be answered within a specified time limit. NMAT exam has three sections. The total time to answer all questions across sections in the NMAT exam is 120 minutes. The 120 minutes of NMAT exam is divided as mentioned below:

NMAT Section	NMAT Sectional Time Limit
Language Skills	28 minutes
Logical Reasoning	40 minutes
Quantitative Skills	52 minutes
Total	120 minutes

Q:  Who is eligible for NMAT exam?

A:

NMAT exam is conducted for admission to more than 45 b-schools in India. The exam eligibility criteria can vary from the eligibility criteria of a particular institute. Additionally, MBA eligibility conditions for all participating institutes can vary. However, the NMAT exam eligibility remains the same. The space below mentions the NMAT eligibility criteria:

• Candidate must have a bachelor's degree, completed under 10+2+3 or four years of education pattern, irrespective of the stream.

• Aggregate score in the graduation degree level should not be less than 50 per cent the final year of the degree course.

• Candidates waiting for results or are currently in the final year of graduation are eligible to apply for NMAT exam.

Those who are yet to pass the bachelor's degree course get a provisional admission until the graduation mark sheet and certificate of the qualifying examination are submitted at the participating institute.