NBSAT is management aptitude exam designed to test a candidates’ analytical skills, logical reasoning, data interpretation and communication ability. Since the exam is conducted for selection of candidates for MBA programme, it includes topics and subject of the same field. The NBSAT exam pattern is prescribed by Narayana Business School, Sarkhej and is conducted in proctored online mode for two hours. NBSAT 2026 exam is a low difficulty level exam but it focuses on holistic skills of the candidate. Check below NBSAT exam pattern and syllabus 2026.
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NBSAT Exam Pattern 2026: Highlights
Check the table below for key highlights of NBSAT exam pattern:
| NBSAT 2026 Features |
Details |
|---|---|
| NBSAT sections |
|
| Exam duration |
120 minutes |
| Exam mode |
Proctored online |
| Exam timing |
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM |
| Question type |
Objective (4 options to each question) |
| Total marks |
100 |
| Negative marking |
No |
Commonly asked questions
There are 100 questions in NBSAT. Time duration is 120 minutes. It is not mandatory to solve all questions, but candidates must aim to attempt as many questions as they can in every section. In a section having 30 questions, they must target nearly 20 questions and in a section having 20 questions they must target nearly 12-15 questions to get a good score.
There are no subjective type questions in NBSAT. All of the questions will be in MCQ format, having four options to choose the correct answer from. Candidates are required to select the correct option with the help of computer mouse. NBSAT is held in remote proctored mode.
NBSAT Question Paper Break Up
The question paper of NBSAT 2026 will have 100 MCQs. The difficulty level of the questions will be easy to moderate. Check the table below for section wise break up of NBSAT 2026:
| NBSAT sections | Number of questions |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Techniques | 20 |
| Logical Reasoning and Analytics | 20 |
| Business & Economic Awareness | 15 |
| Communication & Language Proficiency | 15 |
| Creativity & Innovation | 15 |
| Decision Making & Ethical Reasoning | 15 |
| Total | 100 |
NBSAT Marking Scheme
Given below is the marking scheme for NBSAT:
- Total number of questions: 100
- Marks per question: 1
- Negative marking: No
Commonly asked questions
NBSAT is an easy exam. One can prepare for it with 3 to 6 months of preparation, depending upon their familiarity with NBSAT syllabus. Candidates from Engineering and Technical backgrounds will find it easy to cover Quantitative Techniques, Data Interpretation & Data Adequacy in less time than students from non-Engineering and non-Technical backgrounds.
The difficulty level of NBSAT is usually easy. There is no negative marking in the exam so there is no added pressure. With basic preparation and practice of Quantitative Techniques, Data Interpretation & Data Adequacy, Analytical Reasoning, Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension, one can crack NBSAT with good scores.
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The institute will share slot booking details for personal interview through email after the NBSAT result has been released. The details will be released only with qualifying candidates.
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There is no specific date of NBSAT result declaration. The NBSAT result will be declared within 24 hours of completion of the test by the candidate.
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The institute uses NBSAT score to evaluate the candidate for MBA programme. The selection process includes aptitude test, psychometric profiling, academic performance, work experience, and a personal interview.
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The cut-off for the NBSAT Entrance test is 50%. Candidates have to score at least 50% marks in the exam to be eligible for selection.
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The maximum age of a candidate for MBA is 28 years at the Narayana Business School. The minimum age limit is 19 as the candidates should be a graduate or in final year of Bachelor's degree course.
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NBSAT test is mandatory for all MBA and PGDM programmes offered by Narayana Business School. Candidates can also use CAT, XAT, NMAT, CMAT and scores for admission.
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NBSAT is conducted phase wise in remote proctored mode. Candidates are allotted an exam date and slot once they submit the application form. NBSAT 2026 registration is underway and candidates will be given a test slot as and when they submit the form.
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NBSAT is conducted online in remote proctored mode. Candidates can take test from any location in the given slot and time. They will need to login 15 minutes before the test starts.
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The main topics of NBSAT include Quant & Data Interpretation, Logical & Analytical Reasoning, Business & Economic Awareness, Communication & Language Proficiency, Creativity & Innovation, and Decision-Making & Ethical Reasoning.
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