Is there GK included in the syllabus of BBA in NPAT?

In the previous sessions of NMIMS NPAT exam, there was a section for General Knowledge. Candidates had toi answer questions from static GK as well as current affairs. However, SVKMs NMIMS do not have questions from GK section after 2020 exam session. The three core sections of NPAT exam are Verbal Reasoning: This section includes questions to test English Proficiency of the candidate. Logical Reasoning: This section includes questions to measure the ability or aptitude to reason logically. Quantitative Reasoning: This section includes questions to gauge the basic mathematical skills of the candidate. NPAT exam does not include questions from GK or current affairs.

Is NPAT syllabus lengthy?

Yes, however, most of the topics included in the NPAT syllabus comprises topics that candidates have studied until their Class 12 level education. However, questions from sections such as Logical Reasoning will require candidates to prepare for critical reasoning skills. Most of the topics are from the 10th and 12th standard syllabus. With conceptual clarity, any test taker can crack the test with a high score. Primary focus of the candidates must remain on preparing for NPAT based on the syllabus prescribed by SVKMs NMIMS.

Will NMIMS release NPAT syllabus?

NMIMS does not release the NPAT syllabus in detail. However, the official admission handout for NPAT exam indicates the sections from where the questions are framed in the exam. Additionally, the NPAT admission handout mentions the difficulty level of the NPAT exam is similar to the SAT exam. Candidates can refer to the SAT exam syllabus for all three sections to prepare for the NPAT exam.

Is there GK included in the syllabus of BBA in NPAT?

In the previous sessions of NMIMS NPAT exam, there was a section for General Knowledge. Candidates had toi answer questions from static GK as well as current affairs. However, SVKMs NMIMS do not have questions from GK section after 2020 exam session. The three core sections of NPAT exam are Verbal Reasoning: This section includes questions to test English Proficiency of the candidate. Logical Reasoning: This section includes questions to measure the ability or aptitude to reason logically. Quantitative Reasoning: This section includes questions to gauge the basic mathematical skills of the candidate. NPAT exam does not include questions from GK or current affairs.

How to answer critical thinking questions in NPAT exam?

To answer questions from the critical thinking section of NPAT exam, test takers need to work on their decision-making and problem-solving skills. Solving past question papers will help candidates preparing for NPAT.

What are the subjects in NPAT exam for BBA?

SVKMs NMIMS conducts the NPAT exam with as many as three sections. NMIMS NPAT exam is a gateway for admission to Bachelor courses from the following streams: Commerce Econmics Liberal Arts Branding & Advertising International Studies Management The NPAT exam syllabus for all the streams mentioned above is identical. Candidates need to answer questions from Verbal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Reasoning while taking the NPAT exam. Three sections in NPAT exam is at par with any other bachelor's level competitive exam in the country.

How to answer critical thinking questions in NPAT exam?

To answer questions from the critical thinking section of NPAT exam, test takers need to work on their decision-making and problem-solving skills. Solving past question papers will help candidates preparing for NPAT.

Is NPAT syllabus lengthy?

Yes, however, most of the topics included in the NPAT syllabus comprises topics that candidates have studied until their Class 12 level education. However, questions from sections such as Logical Reasoning will require candidates to prepare for critical reasoning skills. Most of the topics are from the 10th and 12th standard syllabus. With conceptual clarity, any test taker can crack the test with a high score. Primary focus of the candidates must remain on preparing for NPAT based on the syllabus prescribed by SVKMs NMIMS.

How can I solve maximum questions in the NPAT exam?

NPAT test takers should always attempt answering questions from the section in which they are most comfortable. This will help reduce stress on the test day. Owing to huge competition for 3,000+ seats, candidates must devise exam day strategy while practising mock tests. NPAT exam has 120 questions to be answered within 100 minutes. Therefore, candidates must work on their speed and accuracy to answer the questions in NMIMS NPAT exam.

What are the courses available for admission based on NMIMS NPAT exam?

SVKMs NMIMS conducts NPAT exam for admission to several streams, including Commerce, Management, Liberal Arts, Economics, Finance, etc. Courses offered based on NMIMS NPAT exam is as follows: BBA Bachelor in Business Management and Marketing BCom (Hons) BSc (Finance) BSc (Economics) BA (Liberal Arts) BBA (International Business) in collaboration with Kingston University BBA (Branding and Advertising) Candidates have to choose course and college preferences while filling the NPAT application form.

What are the type of questions in NPAT exam?

SVKMs NMIMS designs NPAT exam qith MCQ type questions.

NMIMS - NPAT BSc Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

Updated on Aug 30, 2026 23:13 IST

By Abhishek Dhawan, Deputy Manager - MBA & BBA Content

NPAT 2026 Exam Pattern: SVKM's NMIMS prescribes the exam pattern for NPAT every year. The varsity is conducting NPAT as a computer-based test from the test centres. Candidates have an option to retake the exam twice after the main attempt. It is important for NMIMS-NPAT aspirants to have a clear idea of the exam pattern so that they can excel in the examination. NPAT 2026 is expected to be held until the last week of May. NMIMS has provided an exam scheduling window where candidates can choose the preferred exam date. Post-scheduling the exam, candidates can download the admit card.

Candidates appearing for the exam can check below the NPAT exam pattern 2026.

Table of contents

NPAT 2026 Exam Pattern: Key Highlights
NPAT 2026 Exam Pattern: Section Wise Weightgae
NPAT 2026 Total Marks and Marking Scheme
NPAT 2026 Section Wise Important Topics
FAQs on NMIMS NPAT Exam Pattern

NPAT 2026 Exam Pattern: Key Highlights

The space below mentions overview of the NPAT 2026 exam pattern:

Exam paper comprises three sections
Candidates have to attempt 120 objective type questions
Candidates get 100 minutes to answer all MCQs in NPAT exam
NMIMS-NPAT will be conducted within a test window
Every question carries equal marks
For every correct answer, test-takers get one mark
There is no negative marking in NPAT

NPAT 2026 Exam Pattern: Section Wise Weightgae

Check section wise NPAT marking criteria below:

Section	No. of Questions	Time (in minutes)
Quantitative & Numerical ability	40	100
Reasoning & General Intelligence	40
Proﬁciency in English Language	40
Total	120	100

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NPAT 2026 Total Marks and Marking Scheme

SVKMs NMIMS designs the NPAT exam with three sections. All three sections of the NPAT exam has equal weightage in regard with the total marks, and the number of questions. There is no negative marking with +1 mark for each correct response. The section wise marks in NPAT exam is as follows:

Section	Total Marks
Quantitative & Numerical ability	40
Reasoning & General Intelligence	40
Proﬁciency in English Language	40
Total	120

NPAT 2026 Section Wise Important Topics

SVKMs NMIMS does not release topic-wise NPAT syllabus. However, the NMIMS admission handout indicates three sections on which the questions are based on. NPAT exam sections with ome important topics include:

NPAT Exam Sections	NPAT Important Topics
Quantitative Reasoning	Number System, Arithmetic, Algebra, Sets and Functions, Elementary Statistics & Probability, Trigonometry, etc.
Logical Reasoning	Critical Thinking, Verbal- Logical Reasoning, Data Sufficiency, Numerical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, and Spatial Reasoning
Verbal Reasoning	Error Recognition, Applied Grammar, Vocabulary, Contextual Usage, Sequencing of Ideas, and Reading Comprehension