GMAC conducts NMAT exam with a maximum score of 360 marks. Candidates obtaining upwards of 230 might get a call from almost all NMAT colleges. However, not all NMAT colleges shortlist candidates between the range of 190 and 210. Check list of NMAT colleges for 190-210 marks.
NMAT Colleges for 190-210 Marks: The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) conducts NMAT exam for admission to MBA/PGDM courses. Over 50 colleges accept NMAT scores for admission in India and abroad. While candidates securing above 230 marks in NMAT may get shortlisted for almost all institutes, candidates securing below 210 will have to consider their options.
Earlier, NMIMS Mumbai was among the NMAT colleges with highest cutoff scores, ranging above 230 marks. However, SVKM's NMIMS has restructured the admission process with a standard cutoff for all NMIMS campuses. NMAT NMIMS cutoff for all campuses range between 208-210. A score between 190 and 210 in NMAT provides opportunities at several tier 1 and tier 2 MBA colleges.
Scroll down this article for more information on NMAT colleges offering admissions between 190-210 marks range. Also, find details on fee, and expected placement outcomes.
Also Check: NMAT Sectional Cutoff
- Understanding NMAT Scoring Criteria
- NMAT Colleges for Admission b/w 190-210 Marks
- NMAT Selection Process
Understanding NMAT Scoring Criteria
Before checking the list of NMAT colleges with 190-210 cutoff score, one must understand how they are scored in the NMAT exam.
- Exam Structure: NMAT exam comprises a total of 108 questions divided equally into three sections. Candidates have 120 minutes to complete the test.
- Scoring Range: Each of the three sections has a score range of 12 to 120. Therefore, overall NMAT score ranges between 36 and 360.
- Adaptive Testing: NMAT is an adaptive test. The difficulty level of a question varies based on the performance of a candidate in the previous question. NMAT score is scaled to equate the performance of all candidates across a common scale.
Also Check: NMAT Score vs Percentile Rankings
Commonly asked questions
More than 50 colleges accept NMAT scores. Some NMAT colleges are:
- SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies
- K J Somaiya Institute of Management
- Indian School of Business (ISB) (Advanced Management Programme in Business Analytics (AMPBA)
- SPJIMR (For PGMPW and GMP)
- SDA Bocconi Asia Center (formerly MISB Bocconi)
- XIM University
- T. A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), A Constituent Unit of MAHE, Manipal All MBA Programs, India
- ICFAI Business School
- SOIL Institute of Management
- FLAME University
- Stoa School
- Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab
- ISBR Business School
- Athena School of Management, Mumbai
- School of Business, Woxsen University
- IFMR Graduate School of Business
- Thapar School of Management
- SRM University, Delhi NCR, Sonepat
- Shiv nadar Institute of Management Studies
- School of Petroleum Management, PDPU
- Jain University
- CMS Business School
- ITM Business School, Navi Mumbai
- GITAM Deemed to be University, Visakhapatnam
- BML Munjal University
- Bennett University
- Universal Business School
- Indus Business Academy (IBA), Bangalore
- SRM University, Chennai
- Chitkara university
- Alliance University
- Amrut Mody School of Management, Ahmedabad University
- MIT World Peace University, Pune
- BSE Institute Limited
- Amity University
- Jindal Global Business School, Delhi/NCR
- VIT University
- University of Petroleum & Energy Studies (UPES)
- IILM University
- Myra School of Business
- Mody University
- Hyderabad Business School, GITAM University
- Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab
- IIHMR University, Jaipur, Rajasthan
- IFIM College
- Jagdish Sheth School of Management
- ATLAS SkillTech University
- ISME School of Management and Entrepreneurship
- iMET Global
- Ansal University, Gurgaon
- Rishihood University
NMAT scorecard issued inside the login dashboard indicates the adjusted raw marks of a candidate after considering the difference in the difficulty level for all candidates. Scaliong of NMAT scores ensures fairness while evaluating candidates getting different question while appearing for the NMAT exam.
Before the scaling of scores, GMAC evaluates each candidate's performance based on the actual number of correct answers and incorrect responses by the candidates. NMAT reports the scaled score to candidates and institutions.
NMAT scores are accepted for admission at more than 50 b-schools. There is no common admission policy for all NMAT participating colleges. All participating colleges for NMAT will set its own eligibility conditions, cutoff scores, academic requirements, work experience preference, and selection process.
Some of the NMAT participating colleges may have selection rounds, such as Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), or Personal Interview (PI). Some b-schools may have more weightage for NMAT scores, while some might have more weightage for the internal selection rounds.
Candidates can take NMAT up to three times during one admission session. Candidates are allowed to register for NMAT and schedule an exam attempt. However, the acceptance of NMAT scores depends on the NMAT participating colleges. All NMAT colleges will have different selection criteria. Some of the NMAT colleges, such as NMIMS will only accept the NMAT score from first exam attempt. Therefore, attempting NMAT exam three times will be of no use if the applican t is desirous of admission to any of the campuses of NMIMS.
NMAT Colleges for Admission b/w 190-210 Marks
The table below mentions some of the NMAT colleges that shortlist candidates who obtain NMAT score between 190 and 210. Also, check the institute fee and average package for an understanding of the RoI at these colleges:
| College Name |
Expected NMAT Score |
Approximate Fees |
Reported Average Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 208 - 210 |
20 Lakhs+ |
11 Lakhs |
|
| 208 - 210 |
- |
- |
|
| 208 - 210 |
- |
- |
|
| 208 - 210 |
- |
- |
|
| NMIMS Ahmedabad |
208 - 210 |
- |
- |
| 200 - 210 |
20 Lakhs |
14 - 15 Lakhs |
|
| 190 - 210 |
Not Specified |
9 - 10 Lakhs |
|
| IFMR GSB |
200 - 222 |
19.85 Lakhs |
13.5 Lakhs |
| 190 - 210 |
15 Lakhs |
9 Lakhs |
|
| 190+ |
- |
- |
|
| 210 - 220+ |
20 - 22 Lakhs |
10 - 13 Lakhs |
|
| 170 - 190 |
15 Lakhs |
8.5 Lakhs |
NMAT Selection Process
Securing an NMAT score of 190-210 is only the first step. Candidates meeting the NMAT cutoffs are shortlisted for further selection rounds. There is no centralised selection process for admissions via NMAT scores. Candidates have to fill the admission forms of the desired NMAT colleges by visiting the institute's website. All NMAT colleges have distinct selection criteria with different parameters. Some of the common selection parameters for MBA colleges include group discussion, written ability test, and personal interview.
- Group Discussion (GD) / Case Discussion (CD): Most of the MBA colleges have a GD round in the selection process. Candidates are usually given a topic for discussion in a group.
- Written Ability Test (WAT): Several NMAT participating colleges will have a Written Ability Test Written This stage measures written communication skills. Candidates are given a topic and a strict time limit (usually up to 20 minutes) to formulate a written response.
- Personal Interview (PI): A direct discussion with the college's admissions team. Questions generally focus on the candidate's career goals, profile, and knowledge of current affairs.
NOTE: All colleges accepting NMAT scores will have a separate selection criteria.
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The difficulty level ranges from moderate to challenging. It tests your ability to analyze arguments, find assumptions, and select appropriate courses of action.
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No, GMAC provides broad guidelines for test sections rather than an exhaustive topic-by-topic official syllabus PDF. The topics are derived from analysis of previous years' exam papers.
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No, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers in NMAT. Candidates should attempt all questions without fear of losing marks.
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The Logical Reasoning section typically contains 36 multiple-choice questions that must be answered within a specified sectional time limit.
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Cutoffs, including any sectional criteria, can change from year to year based on applicant volume, seats and the college's policy. Always rely on the latest admission cycle's official information.
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A retake can help if your target colleges clearly apply sectional minimums and you have attempts remaining. Confirm the retake rules and which score the college considers before deciding.
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For colleges that use only the total score, a strong section can makup for a weaker one. For colleges that apply a sectional minimum cutoff, a high score elsewhere may not compensate.
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There is no mandatory minimum score for qualifying for admissions via NMAT. Some colleges may expect minimum scores in specific sections.
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No, GMAC reports section-wise and total scores but does not set a sectional cutoff. Any minimum section score is decided by the individual participating colleges.
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NMAT admit card is released on your candidate dashboard 7 days before your scheduled exam date. You can download and print it after logging in to your account.
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