NMAT 2025 Exam Day Checklist: Guidelines, Do's and Don’ts to Remember

NMAT 2025 ( NMAT )

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Updated on Sep 25, 2025 15:20 IST

Are you attempting NMAT 2025 exam? Shiksha has listed some dos and don’ts for NMAT 2025.

NMAT 2025 Exam Day Guidelines

NMAT 2025 Exam Day Checklist

NMAT 2025 exam is being conducted in a Computer-based Test (CBT) mode within a 44-day test window. For the test day, candidates need to follow a certain NMAT exam day checklist without any fail. In this list, carrying the NMAT admit card tops the list. At the same time, certain regulations have been given for the candidates who would be taking the test from home. There are several important points that hold equal importance in ensuring that NMAT test takers have a hassle-free experience on the exam day.

Table of content
  • NMAT 2025 Exam Day Guideline-Dos
  • NMAT Exam Day Checklist- Don’ts
  • NMAT Exam Day Guidelines: Documents to Carry
  • NMAT 2025 Exam Day Guidelines: Post Check-In Instructions

NMAT 2025 Exam Day Guideline-Dos

  1. NMAT 2025 Admit Card: After successfully registering for the test, candidates can download the NMAT 2025 admit card from the official website. They have to check details such as registration number, name, time of the test, venue details of the test centre and other information mentioned on the NMAT 2025 admit card and if they are error-free. It is important because, on the test day, even a slight error in the admit card can lead to a huge problem. In case of error, test takers should ensure to resolve them beforehand. Keep the NMAT Admit Card in the bag a night before the exam day to avoid the last-minute rush.
  1. Documents for Photo Identification: On the test day, NMAT-takers have to carry documents that contain signature and photograph in semblance with the photograph and signature affixed in the NMAT Admit Card. One should not carry photo identity proof, which does not contain candidates' signature in it. One may think of carrying Aadhaar Card and Voter ID card on the test day. One needs to rethink it, as both of these authorized Photo IDs do not contain the candidate’s signature. Thus, candidates must carry PAN Card and either Aadhaar Card or Voter Card on the exam day. 
  2. Check Test Centre Location Beforehand: Before starting for the exam venue, test takers should check the test centre location on Google Maps. This not only helps one to estimate the time from residence to test centre but at the same time, know the status of traffic en route.
  3. Avoid Carrying Electronic Gadgets: Candidates should not carry any electronic gadgets like Calculator, Fitbits, Smartwatches, smartphones, Blutooth devices to the exam centre. In case one carries it out of a sheer mistake, it will be confiscated right at the entry point of the exam hall.
  4. Check the Seating Arrangement: Before entering the exam hall, candidates should check the seating arrangement and the computer allotted against one’s roll number. There should not be any scribble on the NMAT 2025 Admit Card. The invigilators can question such an act. One can even ask for the attendance sheet to mark their attendance right before the start of the exam.
  5. Keep Personal Belongings Inside Locker: Candidates have to store their bags, mobile phones or other personal belongings at the designated locker at the test centre. 

Following all the above-mentioned instructions will help candidates cut down the downtimes and remain calm. On the test day, test takers need to have a focused mind in order to comprehend questions and answer them using an appropriate analogy.

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NMAT Exam Day Checklist- Don’ts

  1. Do not Sign on the Admit Card Before Entering the Centre: Candidates must ensure that the NMAT 2025 admit card free from any scribbling. They should not sign on the admit card with a pen. Digital signature affixed to the hall ticket is enough proof of evidence that it is issued against an applicant’s name.
  2. Avoid Unfair Practices: Test takers must refrain from asking any question to any fellow candidates giving NMAT test inside the exam centre. In case of any doubt, they should raise your hand and ask the exam invigilator to clear your doubts. They should not immediately start answering the questions, once the computer is allotted and wait for the invigilators to complete explaining the entire proceedings of the exam.
  3. Do Not Carry Rough Sheets Inside Exam Centre: The exam authorities will provide rough sheets to the candidates once the test begins, which the candidates must submit upon completing the exam before leaving the examination hall.
  4. Candidate Acquaintances not Allowed Inside the Centre: Candidates' parents, guardians or friends will not be allowed to enter inside the exam centre. Anyone accompanying the candidates must maintain a safe distance from other candidates and leave once the candidates go inside the centre.

NMAT Exam Day Guidelines: Documents to Carry

Candidates need to carry the following documents of the exam day:

  • Confirmation email: Candidates can carry a hard copy or show the confirmation email on the mobile
  • NMAT admit card: Candidates must download a fresh copy of their NMAT admit card for each attempt. A hard copy of the same is to be presented as and when asked by the GMAC officials.
  • Valid photo ID proof: One valid original and non-expired Photo ID (containing candidate's name and photo) must be presented. The valid documents to be carried at NMAT exam centre includes:
    • Passport issued by the Government of India
    • PAN Card issued by the Government of India
    • Voter's ID Card
    • UID/Aadhaar Card

NMAT 2025 Exam Day Guidelines: Post Check-In Instructions

As soon as the candidate is inside the exam hall, the invigilator will take the examinee to the allocated computer system.

  • Candidates will find a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) presented on the screen. To begin with the test, candidates need to accept the NDA by clicking 'Yes, I Accept'
  • In case the candidate selects 'No, I do not Accept', he.she will not be able to take the exam on that day. In such cases, candidates will lose the exam attempt and exam fee will be forfeited.
  • Candidates need to select a preferred section order before the test begins.
  • Candidates will have to complete answering questions in one section as per the sectional time limit.
  • The section responses will be submitted automatically after the time for each section expires.
  • Additionally, candidates can not change the order of sections once the test begins.

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Q:   What is the NMAT exam date?
A:

Graduate Management Admission Council conducts the NMAT exam within a particular exam timeline. Every year, NMAT exam is typically scheduled to be conducted in the last quarter of a calendar year. Candidates are able to take the exam until December. Candidates can appear for the NMAT exam three times during the testing window. Soon after taking the first exam attempt, candidates can fill the retake registration form to apply for the NMAT retake. However, one can schedule a retake of the NMAT exam 15 days after the first take.

NMAT 2025 is being conducted from November 5 to December 19.

NOTE: NMAT exam dates can vary every year. However, the timeline remains the same.

Q:   What is meant by NMAT retake window?
A:
GMAC conducts NMAT with a aspirant-first approach. Candidates can appear for NMAT three times during one exam session. That means, GMAC provides one main attempt and two retake attempts for the NMAT exam. The meaning of retake of the NMAT exam implies that any applicant can attempt the test thrice, including the first attempt. In other words, the process of reappearing for the exam is known as exam retake. Candidates aspiring for a retake attempt have to apply using the NMAT retake window. However, candidates can reappear for the exam, not before 15 days after the first attempt. Similarly, third exam attempt can only be scheduled on a date 15 days after the second attempt for NMAT exam.
Q:   Who is eligible for NMIMS Mumbai admission?
A:

NMIMS Mumbai admissions are entrance-based. Students seeking to join the university need to satisfy the eligibility requirements as specified by the university. The table below mentions a general eligibility criteria for some of the popular NMIMS Mumbai courses:

Popular CoursesEligibility
MBA

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant stream with a minimum aggregate of 50% to 55%

BBA

Class 12 or equivalent with a minimum aggregate of 60%

BTech

Class 12 or Diploma in Engineering with English as a compulsory subject with at least 50% aggregate

BA LLB (Hons)

Class 12 from a recognised university with a minimum 50% aggregate

BPharma

Class 12 or equivalent with a minimum aggregate of 45% to 60%

MCA

BCA or equivalent with a minimum aggregate of 50%

LLM

Graduation in the relevant field from a recognised university

BCom

Class 12 with a minimum aggregate of 60% with Mathematics/ Statistics as mandatory subjects

MPharma

Candidate must have passed BPharm with a minimum 55% aggregate

Q:   How hard is getting admission into NMIMS Hyderabad for BTech?
A:

How hard it is to get admission to the course depends on a variety of factors. These factors are the difficulty level of the entrance exam, the number of applicants, the availability of seats in the selected course/specialisation. etc. Admission to the BTech programme of NMIMS Hyderabad is based on the N-CET scores. Seats are allotted to the candidates who manage to secure the required cut-off for BTech admission at the institute, provided they fulfill the eligibility criteria. The institute's BTech eligibility criteria are not very difficult to meet. A candidate must have passed Class 12 with at least 45% in physics, mathematics, chemistry, or vocational subjects to be eligible for the course. Candidates with 45% in Diploma in engineering can also apply. 

Q:   How are students selected at NMIMS Mumbai?
A:

NMIMS Mumbai selection criteria is mainly entrance-based and done based on the scores secured by a student in the accepted entrance test. Check below the detailed NMIMS Mumbai selection criteria for some popular courses:

Popular CoursesSelection Criteria
MBANMAT + WAT + GD & PI
BBANPAT + PI
BTechNMIMS CET/ JEE Main/ CUET/ MHT CET
BA LLB (Hons)NMIMS-LAT/ CLAT
BPharmaNMIMS-CET
MCAPI
LLMCLAT
BComNPAT
MPharmaNMIMS Written Test/ GPAT + PI
Q:   What is the selection process for MBA at Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies Hyderabad?
A:

The MBA selection process at Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies Hyderabad is a multi-stage journey, starting with meeting minimum eligibility criteria like a Bachelor's degree with 50% marks. Next, you must conquer an entrance exam like NMAT or GMAT and impress with a well-prepared online application. If shortlisted, you'll face a personal interview to showcase your communication skills and programme fit. The final selection considers your entire application package to identify individuals with the potential to become successful business leaders.

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