NMAT Selection Process 2025: Steps, Cutoff, CD-PI Rounds, and Admission Criteria

NMAT Selection Process 2025: Steps, Cutoff, CD-PI Rounds, and Admission Criteria

Team Careers360Updated on 31 Dec 2025, 11:48 AM IST

NMAT by GMAC 2025 selection process will be based on the cut-offs provided by the participating institutes. Graduate Management Admission Council states that the admission process for NMAT 2025 will be done in two steps: the first step of the NMAT 2025 selection process is to appear for the NMAT exam consists of three sections: Quantitative Skills, Logical Reasoning, and Language Skills as per the NMAT exam pattern. The second stage of the NMAT selection process 2025 comprises Case Discussion (CD) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds. The Narsee Monjee Aptitude Test or NMAT exam 2025 will be conducted from November 5, 2025, to December 19, 2025. To find complete information on the NMAT 2025 selection criteria,

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  1. NMAT Selection Process 2025
  2. NMAT Selection Process Dates 2025
  3. Steps for NMAT Admission Process 2025
  4. NMAT by GMAC Result 2025
NMAT Selection Process 2025: Steps, Cutoff, CD-PI Rounds, and Admission Criteria
NMAT Selection process

NMAT Selection Process 2025

NMAT exam call letter will be issued by the authorities and the candidates will be finally selected based on their performance in these rounds. The successful candidates clearing the NMAT 2025 and meeting the required NMAT cutoff will receive NMIMS interview calls. Check this article, to know more about the steps to be followed for the final NMAT selection criteria.

The selection process for NMAT 2025 will be performed by the participating institutes and each NMAT participating institute will release its cutoff list. It is important to carry all the necessary documents to the centre, such as the NMAT admit card and other documents for the smooth conduct of the NMAT 2025 admission process.

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NMAT Selection Process Dates 2025

Given below is a table consisting of the key NMAT exam dates and the upcoming events.

NMAT Selection Process 2025 Dates

Event DetailsCourses NMAT Dates
Registration for NMIMS Aptitude Test and PI
-January 18-22, 2025
Conduct of NMIMS Aptitude Test and PI
MBA & MBA HR
January 30 - February 8, 2025

MBA (Bengaluru, Navi Mumbai,
Hyderabad, Indore, Ahmedabad) /MBA
Business Analytics/MBA Digital
Transformation

February 10 - February 22, 2025
MBA Pharma Management
February 27 - February 28, 2025
Release of first merit list
MBA & MBA HR
February 18, 2025
MBA (Bengaluru, Navi Mumbai,
Hyderabad, Indore, Ahmedabad) /MBA
Business Analytics/MBA Digital
Transformation
March 5, 2025
MBA Pharma Management
March 10, 2025
Payment of course fee
MBA & MBA HR
February 19 - February 25, 2025
MBA (Bengaluru, Navi Mumbai,
Hyderabad, Indore, Ahmedabad) /MBA
Business Analytics/MBA Digital
Transformation
March 6 - March 12, 2025
MBA Pharma Management
March 11 - March 17, 2025
Commencement of programme
MBA (all campuses), MBA HR, and MBA Pharma Management
June 2, 2025
MBA Business Analytics/MBA Digital Transformation
June 9, 2025
Closure of the admission process
MBA (all campuses), MBA HR, and MBA Pharma Management
June 18, 2025
MBA Business Analytics/MBA Digital Transformation
June 25, 2025
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NOTE: The NMAT GD PI dates will be announced later on the official website, or candidates will be notified through their registered email ID.

Steps for NMAT Admission Process 2025

The selection process of NMAT comprises two steps that are mentioned below:

Step 1: The candidates have to appear for NMAT2025
Step 2: The candidates will be shortlisted based on the NMAT scores obtained by them
Step 3: Shortlisted candidates who have to appear for the Case Discussion and Personal Interview rounds
Step 4: The final merit list will be released based on the -

  • Academic performance
  • Marks obtained in NMAT 2025
  • Work experience
  • Case discussion/personal interview

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Required Documents During Admission in NMAT 2025 Participating Institutes

Candidates who are shortlisted have to carry the necessary documents for admission to the participating institutes of NMAT 2025

  • Class 10th passing certificate and mark sheet
  • Semester-wise degree mark sheet
  • Class 12th passing certificate and mark sheet
  • Passing certificate/provisional certificate
  • Qualifying examination certificate
  • Postgraduate mark sheet (if applicable)
  • Medical fitness certificate
  • Mediclaim policy
  • Eligibility certificate (if applicable)
  • Work experience certificate

NMAT by GMAC Result 2025

The NMAT scorecard 2025 will be released by the authorities in online mode within 48 hours of the test on the official website. The NMAT result consists of the scaled scores of each section to take admission based on the NMAT score. By entering the NMAT login credentials, the candidates can download their scorecards.

After the release of the NMAT result, the authority will start its NMAT selection process 2025, which includes the CD or PI. The NMAT interview dates will be updated soon after they are released. Check the NMAT scorecard, consisting of the range for different sections:

NMAT Score Range

NMAT Exam Sections

Score Range

Quantitative Skills of NMAT

12-120

NMAT Syllabus: Logical Reasoning Skills

12-120

NMAT Language Skills

12-120

Total

36-360

What After NMAT Result Announcement?

After the NMAT result is announced, candidates receive their NMAT scorecard, showing their performance in the exam. Based on this score, they can apply to various MBA programmes offered by different business schools that accept NMAT scores. Some schools might also shortlist you for further rounds, like group discussions and interviews. It's a crucial step in their MBA journey, as it opens up opportunities for them to get admission to their desired B-school.

NMAT Selection Criteria: Expected cutoff marks for NMIMS 2025

NMIMS CampusNMAT Cut-off Score
NMIMS Mumbai209
Sectional cutoff: 62 for each section
NMIMS Bangalore209+
Sectional cutoff: 62 for each section
NMIMS Hyderabad200+
Sectional cutoff: 60 for each section
NMIMS Navi Mumbai209
Sectional cutoff: 62 for each section
NMIMS Indore180+
Sectional cutoff: 60 for each section
NMIMS Ahmedabad209
Sectional cutoff: Not specified
NMIMS Pharmaceutical Management190
Sectional Cutoff: Not specified

Institutions Accept NMAT Score

Many top MBA colleges accept NMAT scores for their MBA programmes. Some of these include prestigious universities like NMIMS, SPJIMR, ISB, XIMB, VIT, and many others. Candidates must research and confirm the specific institutions they are interested in, as the list might change from year to year.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: When will the NMAT selection process 2025 commence?
A:

The NMAT 2025 selection process will most likely commence from the third week of January 2026

Q: What are the documents required during admission for NMAT 2025 participating institutes?
A:

The required documents are:

  • Class 10th passing certificate and mark sheet
  • Semester wise degree mark sheet
  • Class 12th passing certificate and mark sheet
  • Passing certificate/provisional certificate
  • Qualifying examination certificate
  • Postgraduate mark sheet (if applicable)
  • Medical fitness certificate
  • Mediclaim policy
  • Eligibility certificate (if applicable)
  • Work experience certificate
Q: On what basis will the candidates be shortlisted?
A:

The candidates will be shortlisted based on their performance in the Group Discussion/ Writing Ability Test/ Case Discussion and Personal Interview rounds.

Q: When can I download my NMAT scorecard?
A:

You can download the scorecard of NMAT 2025 after 48 hours of the exam.

Q: What to do after getting NMAT score?
A:

After qualifying for the exam, candidates can get admission to any management institute with its score card.

Q: Will NMAT 2025 be online?
A:

Yes, NMAT exam will be conducted in online mode.

Q: In which month NMAT is conducted?
A:

NMAT 2025 was conducted from November 5 to December 19, 2025.

Q: How many times is NMAT conducted in a year?
A:

NMAT is conducted once a year in a specific time window.

Q: Is NMAT hard to pass?
A:

NMAT is an easy to moderate-level difficulty exam. 

Q: What to do after getting NMAT score?
A:

Once you pass the exam, you need to do well in additional steps like Case Discussion (CD), Personal Interview (PI), or other rounds that the admission team requires. These steps are set by the university or college where you're applying.

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Questions related to NMAT

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Hello

Your NMAT score of 189 is decent, but it is usually around a 40–45 percentile range, not among the very high percentiles.
With this score, top colleges like NMIMS' main campuses may be difficult, but you still have good options in private universities.
You can realistically target colleges like

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With an NMAT score of 205, you have decent chances in good mid-tier MBA colleges.
You may get calls from NMIMS Hyderabad or Indore, but the Mumbai core is usually slightly higher.
Colleges like SDA Bocconi Asia Centre, BML Munjal, and IBS Hyderabad are realistic options.
Some reputed private

Hello

You have scored 234 (QA: 78, VA: 84, LR: 72), you have a higher chance of getting a call from the NMIMS Mumbai MBA Core call, as it is the nearest score to the 235 cutoff. You have a good score in the verbal subject and have a decent

Hello,

With a 191 NMAT score for 2025, getting a call from NMIMS (Mumbai/Core) is unlikely, as their cutoffs are typically 209+, but you have a fair chance for NMIMS Hyderabad/Indore or potentially XIMB's HRM program if your sectional scores are good.

I hope it will clear your query!!

Hello,
With a score of 217 in NMAT, your chances for TAPMI are moderate but not guaranteed. TAPMI generally prefers candidates scoring around 220–230+, but the cutoff varies each year depending on the applicant pool and overall exam difficulty. Since you are very close to the usual cutoff range, you