NMAT 2025 Exam: Registration Ongoing, Exam Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern, Colleges

NMAT 2025 Exam: Registration Ongoing, Exam Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern, Colleges

Edited By Malvika Chawla | Updated on Aug 26, 2025 09:36 AM IST | #NMAT
Ongoing Event
NMAT  Application Date : 01 Aug' 2025 - 10 Oct' 2025

The NMAT 2025 exam registration window opened on August 1, 2025. Following this, GMAC will host the NMAT exam within the test window. All candidates who aspire for MBA admissions via NMAT will be allowed to register themselves online through the official website, www.mba.com/exams/nmat. According to past year trends, the GMAC will administer the exam window for 45 days.

This Story also Contains
  1. What is NMAT?
  2. NMAT 2025 Exam Dates
  3. NMAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria
  4. NMAT 2025 Admission Process
  5. NMAT 2025 Registration
  6. NMAT 2025 Scheduling
  7. NMAT Retake 2025
  8. NMAT 2025 Admit Card
  9. NMAT 2025 Exam Pattern
  10. NMAT 2025 Syllabus
  11. NMAT 2025 Exam Centres
  12. NMAT 2025 Results
  13. NMAT Helpline Number
NMAT 2025 Exam: Registration Ongoing, Exam Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern, Colleges
NMAT 2025 Exam

The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) conducts the NMAT exam every year, allowing students to get admission to more than 50 B-schools across India, South Africa, Hungary, Nigeria, Morocco and the Philippines. Keep reading to find more details on the NMAT 2025 exam, eligibility criteria, registration, syllabus and more.

What is NMAT?

NMAT or (NMAT by GMAC) is a national-level entrance exam for candidates to get admission to some of the leading MBA colleges, including NMIMS Mumbai, TAPMI, XIMB, SDA Bocconi, KJ Somaiya, and others. The NMAT exam is conducted by the Graduate Management Association Council (GMAC), the body responsible for conducting GMAT exams worldwide.

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Let us look at some of the key highlights related to the 2025 NMAT exam.

Particulars

Details

NMAT Exam Full Form

Narsee Monjee Management Aptitude Test

NMAT Exam Conducting Body

Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC)

NMAT Official Website

www.mba.com/exams/nmat

Top MBA Colleges accepting NMAT

NMIMS, XIMB, TAPMI, SDA Bocconi, KJ Somaiya

NMAT 2025 Exam Dates

Yet to be announced

NMAT Exam Testing Mode

Computer-based exam

NMAT Exam Duration

2 hours

Total Questions in NMAT Exam

108 (Tentative)

NMAT Exam Pattern

  • +1 mark for every correct answer

  • No negative marking for wrong answer

NMAT Exam Application Fee

Rs. 3000 (Tentative)

NMAT Helpline Number

1-800-572-2605 (Toll Free)

NMAT 2025 Exam Dates

GMAC conducted the NMAT exam within a given test window. All those candidates who have chosen to take the NMAT exam using the scheduling window, which is known as the NMAT slot booking, can sit for the exam. Below, we have mentioned some of the tentative NMAT 22025 exam dates, including the registration, exam date and schedule for result declaration.

NMAT events

Start Date (Tentative)

End Date (Tentative)

NMAT 2025 Registration

August 1, 2025

October 10, 2025

NMAT 2025 Exam Scheduling

August 1, 2025

October 10, 2025

NMAT 2025 Exam Re-scheduling

To be announced

To be announced

NMAT 2025 Admit Card

Releases seven days before the scheduled exam date

NMAT 2025 Exam Dates

November 5 to December 19, 2025

Retake Registration

First week of November 2025

Third week of December 2025

Release of NMAT unofficial scoreboard

Immediately after submitting test response

Release of NMAT official scoreboard

Within 48 hours of exam slot

NMAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Before any candidate applies for the NMAT 2025 exam, they need to review the NMAT eligibility criteria and check whether they qualify for the entrance exam or not. All candidates must note that those who fail to meet the NMAT 2025 eligibility criteria initially will face rejection in the later stages of the admission process. The following are some of the basic NMAT 2025 eligibility criteria, which will coincide with the remaining participating B-schools in India.

  • NMAT 2025 Age Limit: There is no set age limit for candidates to appear for the NMAT by GMAC entrance exam.

  • Accepted Academic Qualifications: The typical aggregate score required for admission across participating colleges is 50 per cent in bachelor’s level exams. The minimum score requirement for graduation may vary across NMAT colleges.

  • Work Experience: All candidates who come with some work experience are also eligible to apply for the NMAT 2025 exam.

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*All candidates must note that each participating institute will have separate eligibility conditions for MBA/PGDM admission through NMAT by GMAC. Therefore, all candidates are advised to visit the admission policy of the respective colleges of their desired B-schools, which accept NMAT scores.

Question: Can I take the NMAT 2025 exam thrice?

Answer: Yes, candidates can take the NMAT exam up to three times within the testing window. This will allow the candidates to attempt the exam more than once and improve their scores. However, candidates must have a mandatory 15-day gap between each attempt.

Question: How many times NMAT exam is conducted in a year?

Answer: The NMAT exam is conducted once a year by GMAC. However, candidates are given the option to take the exam up to three times within the designated testing window to help them improve their scores.

Question: Will my best NMAT score out of three attempts be considered for admission?

Answer: Yes, the NMAT by GMAC exam is typically considered the best score out of the three attempts for admission to some of the participating institutions.

NMAT 2025 Admission Process

The NMAT 2025 registration process typically includes six stages — filling up the NMAT 2025 application form, issuing the NMAT 2025 admit card, taking the NMAT 2025 exam, declaration of the NMAT 2025 result and NMAT 2025 selection process (includes Group Discussion and Personal Interview) for all the shortlisted candidates.

Question: Is there a separate NMAT application form for every participating institute?

Answer: No, there is no separate NMAT application form for every participating institute.

Question: Can I fill the NMAT score accepting college form after getting the NMAT score?

Answer: Yes, you can fill out the application form of colleges that accept NMAT scores even after you have received your NMAT score. To do so, you will need to apply to each college separately on their respective website by following their application procedures.

Take a look at the following stages of the NMAT 2025 exam, which we have briefly explained.

NMAT 2025 Registration

Once you have gone through the NMAT 2025 eligibility criteria and are fit to apply for the NMAT entrance exam, all eligible candidates will then need to fill out the NMAT application form within the given time frame. The NMAT registration is conducted online through its official website.

The following are the steps mentioned below for the NMAT registration process 2025.

  • Visit the official website of NMAT, www.mba.com/exams/nmat, following which you will be required to create your own account by providing personal details such as name, email ID, mobile number, etc.

  • Next, you will need to complete your email verification to access the NMAT by GMAC dashboard.

  • In your dashboard, you will need to fill in all your personal details, academic and communication details.

  • Add school preferences for admission through NMAT 2025.

  • You will also be required to submit a valid ID proof along with an ID number. All candidates will be required to carry the same ID card for verification at the exam centre.

  • Accept all terms and conditions.

  • Lastly, you will need to pay the NMAT registration fee using the preferred mode of payment.

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NMAT Registration Fees

If you are also considering taking the 2025 NMAT entrance exam, you must be aware of the NMAT exam fees, which will also include the retake registration fees, rescheduling fees, and others. Take a look at the following NMAT registration fee (tentative) to help you get an idea.

NMAT Application Types

Fees (With applicable taxes)

NMAT 2025 Exam Test Registration

Rs. 2,800 + applicable taxes

NMAT Retake Registration Fee

Rs. 2,800 + applicable taxes

NMAT Rescheduling Fee

Rs. 1,200 + applicable taxes

Additional NMAT score required for each B-school

Rs. 300 per Score Report + applicable taxes

All candidates must note that they can pay the NMAT fees using the following modes:

  • MasterCard

  • Debit Card

  • Internet Banking

  • Diner Club

  • Visa

  • American Express

Question: What is NMAT 2025 registration last date?

Answer: The official NMAT 2025 dates have not been disclosed yet. However, it is expected that the NMAT 2025 registration last date will be in the second week of October 2025.

NMAT 2025 Scheduling

As discussed above, NMAT by GMAC offers candidates three exam attempts at NMAT within a testing window of 15 days. All candidates get the option to choose the desired exam date, slot and desired test centre using the NMAT scheduling window. The NMAT scheduling window, also known as the NMAT slot booking, helps the candidate to plan the exam as per their preparation phase.

The NMAT slot booking option is available to all applicants soon after they complete the registration process. Keep in mind, all those who complete the NMAT slot booking will be able to download the NMAT 2925 admit card.

Question: What is the difference between NMAT scheduling and rescheduling of NMAT exam?

Answer: The primary difference is the timing and purpose. NMAT scheduling is the initial process of selecting your exam date, time and centre after registration. Rescheduling is the process of changing your already submitted scheduled exam date, time or exam centre to a different one.

Question: How do candidates know about the time slot and date of the NMAT exam?

Answer: All candidates are informed about the NMAT exam, time and venue within the NMAT scheduling process, which is done via the GMAC candidate login. This process is conducted after the conclusion of the NMAT registration process.

NMAT 2025 Rescheduling

GMAC offers all candidates the opportunity to change the NMAT 2025 exam dates, slot or venue using the NMAT scheduling window. In case the candidate proceeds to reschedule their NMAT exam, their admit card will include the exam details as per the rescheduled timeline.

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NMAT Retake 2025

Other than the NMAT exam, candidates get the opportunity to retake the exam twice in the year after a gap of 15 days. The NMAT exam retake window is allowed within the test window notified by GMAC. Once the candidate has taken the first NMAT exam, the NMAT dashboard will host the exam retake registration window. Keep in mind that each candidate will be required to pay the NMAT application fee 2025 again.

Participating colleges will accept the best of three scores for admission to the MBA program.

NMAT 2025 Admit Card

The NMAT 2025 admit card will be released seven days before the exam. The admit card will be released after the candidates select their exam day, slot and venue of the exam. Your NMAT admit card will contain all the crucial details which you would have chosen during the slot booking process.

All candidates taking the NMAT 2025 exam will be able to download the card by visiting the official website. Candidates will be required to carry the printed copy of the NMAT admit card to the examination centre. Note that each NMAT exam attempt will require a separate admit card.

Question: What is the process to download the NMAT admit card?

Answer: To download the NMAT admit card, candidates will need to visit the official website of NMAT, log in using their credentials and go to the admit card section. After verifying all the details, they will be able to download the admit card and take a printout.

Question: Can I reschedule the exam after issuance of the NMAT admit card?

Answer: Yes, the candidate can reschedule their NMAT exam even after the admit card has been issued. However, this is only possible to take place within a specified timeframe. Candidates can reschedule the NMAT

NMAT 2025 Exam Pattern

Before taking the NMAT exam, all candidates must go through the NMAT 2025 exam pattern, which will help them in preparing a proper preparation strategy. All candidates must note that each section in the NMAT exam has a dedicated time limit. However, the question weight will remain the same across all three sections.

Let us look at the following NMAT 2025 exam pattern.

NMAT 2025 Test Pattern

Details

NMAT Exam Mode

Online

NMAT Exam Duration

2 Hours

Total number of questions

108 (tentative)

Exam sections and time limit

  • Logical skill

  • Quantitative

  • Logical reasoning

Medium

English

NMAT 2025 Syllabus

The NMAT exam consists of three sections, which are: Language skills, Quantitative skills and Logical Reasoning. Here are some of the topics which are part of the NMAT syllabus:

NMAT 2025 Sections

Topics

Logical Reasoning

  • Para Forming

  • Prepositions

  • Analogies

  • Sentence Completion

  • Reading Comprehension

  • Error Identification

Quantitative Skill

  • Number Properties

  • Arithmatic

  • Data Sufficiency

  • Algebra and Probability

Logical Reasoning

  • Critical reasoning

  • Analytical puzzles

  • Deductions

NMAT 2025 Exam Centres

Graduate Management Admission Council conducts the NMAT exam across 87 test centres in over 83 cities and five countries. Following this, candidates have the option to choose between five exam centres at the time of scheduling the NMAT 2025 exam.

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NMAT 2025 Results

As per the official website, the NMAT 2025 result will be declared within 48 hours of the exam. All candidates will be able to access their scores through their NMAT dashboard or the official website of the NMAT.

Question: What will be the NMAT 2025 result date?

Answer: The NMAT 2025 result is usually declared within 48 hours of taking the exam.

NMAT Helpline Number

In case the candidate faces any issues, such as with registration, admit card, score card, registration support desk, etc. The candidate can refer to the following numbers:

For account, registration form, Official Prep, online begin exam option, retake, rescheduling and payment, Admit Card, and Score Card, contact the Registration Support Desk

1-800-572-2605 (Toll Free)

For Test Centre exam delivery, scheduling and rescheduling, accommodation or PWD support, contact MeritTrac:

+91-9513850009 – Monday to Saturday – 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM IST (Except public holidays)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Has NMAT 2025 registration started?

No, the NMAT 2025 registration will commence in the first week of August 2025. GMAC will be hosting the NMAT 2025 exam within a test window. All aspirants interested in taking the exam will have the opportunity to appear for the NMAT exam thrice during the test window.

2. What is the last date for NMIMS registration 2025?

The last date for NMIMS registration 2025 is expected to be in the second week of October 2025.

3. Can I give NMAT 3 times?

Yes, candidates can take the NMAT exam three times during one admission session. However, the acceptance of the NMAT score depends on the participating colleges. 

4. Is NMAT tougher than CAT?

The CAT exam is generally more challenging, while the NMAT exam is considered to be relatively easier and focuses on speed rather than complexity. 

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dear aditi,

lsit of college known accepting NMAT score"-

1. XIM University, Bhubaneshwar

2. SPJIMR, Mumbai

3. IFMR Graduate School of Business, Krea University

4. Woxsen University, Hyderabad

5. VIT, Vellore

6. SRM University, Chennai

more..

thanks

Hello Ishita,

With an NMAT score of 180 and 55 percentile, you can target tier-2 and tier-3 management colleges. Here are some options with decent average placements:

  • IBS Hyderabad – Average package: Rs. 8–10 LPA

  • IFMR Graduate School of Business, Chennai – Average package: Rs. 11–13 LPA

  • Woxsen University, Hyderabad – Average package: Rs. 8–10 LPA
  • JAGSOM (Bangalore) – Average package: Rs. 11–12 LPA
  • Alliance University, Bangalore – Average package: Rs. 8–10 LPA
  • Amity University, Noida – Average package: Rs. 6–8 LPA

Consider applying to colleges with good industry exposure and placement records.


I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries, then feel free to share your questions with us, we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.

Hello aspirant,

It is anticipated that the Shiv Nadar NMAT cutoff score for the MBA program will be higher than 200.  Applicants at Shiv Nadar University who have an NMAT score of 200 or higher (after normalization) should anticipate receiving an invitation to the Personal Interview phase.

So with 182 marks in NMAT, it is very difficult to get a call from Shiv Nadar University.

Thank you

Top MBA colleges based on CAT, XAT, SNAP, and NMAT scores include some of India’s best institutions. For CAT, the IIMs (Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calcutta) and FMS Delhi are highly regarded. XAT results in prestigious colleges like XLRI Jamshedpur and XIMB. SNAP is known for Symbiosis Institutes, such as SIBM Pune and SCMHRD. NMAT scores open doors to NMIMS Mumbai, SPJIMR Mumbai, and ISB Hyderabad. Each exam has unique eligibility requirements, and their cutoffs vary, so it's important to research the specific criteria and select based on your preferences and strengths.

Hi,

Based on the previous year analysis, According to your NMAT score some of the colleges in which you have chances to get admission are the following

  • BSE Institute, Ahmedabad
  • Woxen University, Hyderabad
  • LM Thapar School of Management
  • ICFAI Business School, Hyderabad
  • School of Management, BML Munjal University
  • ITM Business School
  • School of Business, UPES, Dehradun
  • GITAM School of Business, Dehradun

With your NMAT score you can predict the colleges in which you can get a seat using the NMAT college predictor tool

Hope this information will help you

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