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Abhishek Dhawan
Updated on Sep 28, 2026 11:59 IST

By Abhishek Dhawan, Deputy Manager - MBA & BBA Content

NMAT Question Papers: The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) designs NMAT exam paper from a pool of questions. Unlike traditional exams, the difficulty of NMAT exam questions depends on the previous answer. Therefore, no two candidates see the same NMAT question paper. Candidates can practice the official NMAT mock tests, practice paper released by GMAC, and sample paper PDFs with answer key by Shiksha, to know important topics, test pattern, and difficulty level of the NMAT exam. This article provides the PDF links to download full-length NMAT sample papers and official NMAT practice paper.

Table of contents
  • NMAT Memory Based Question Paper PDF
  • NMAT Sample Papers with Solutions
  • NMAT Official Guide with Sample Questions
  • NMAT Memory Based Questions 2025
  • Does GMAC Repeat Questions in NMAT?
  • NMAT Question Paper Pattern 2026
  • NMAT Important Topics and Weightage
  • FAQs on NMAT Question Papers
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NMAT Memory Based Question Paper PDF

GMAC does not release official NMAT question papers. The papers you find online are memory-based, compiled from questions recalled by actual test-takers. Those who solve these memory-based questions along with the official mock tests get a better understanding of the difficulty level, as well as type of questions. Access the NMAT memory-based question papers with solutions from 2022 to 2025 below.

NMAT Exam Year NMAT Question Paper PDF Download
NMAT 2025 Question Paper (Memory Based) Download PDF 
NMAT 2024 Question Paper (Memory Based) Download PDF
NMAT 2023 Question Paper (Memory Based) Download PDF
NMAT 2022 Question Paper (Memory Based) Download PDF

 

Download previous year NMAT question papers and sample papers. Use them for practice and improve your speed and accuracy. You can download NMAT previous year question papers and the preparation guides for free.

NMAT Sample Papers with Solutions

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NMAT Official Guide with Sample Questions

NMAT Sample Paper PDF with Solutions
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NMAT Memory Based Questions 2025

Check some of the NMAT memory based questions from all three sections of NMAT exam below:

Section A: Language Skills

1. Out of the four alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the given word: Vogue

  1. Fashion
  2. Donation
  3. Mood
  4. Interfere

2. Out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the given word: Zenith

  1. Shallow
  2. Nadir
  3. Low
  4. Bottom

3. Select the alternative which is the best substitute for the phrase: "Instrument used for measuring the growth of plants"

  1. Credulous
  2. Crescograph
  3. Seismograph
  4. Cynosure

Section B: Quantitative Skills

4. A sum of money doubles itself at compound interest in 5 years. In how many years will it become eight times?

  1. 20 years
  2. 25 years
  3. 30 years
  4. 15 years

5. The difference between C.I. and S.I. on a sum of money lent for 2 years at 10% per annum is Rs. 40. The sum is:

  1. Rs. 2000
  2. Rs. 3500
  3. Rs. 3700
  4. Rs. 4000

6. 50% of a number when added to 50 is equal to the number itself. The number is:

  1. 50
  2. 75
  3. 100
  4. 150

Section C: Logical Reasoning

7. Select the related word from the given alternatives: Float : Sink :: Boat : ?

  1. Ship
  2. War
  3. Submarine
  4. Missile

8. If in a certain code, 1925 is written as ACE and 36116 is written as FAD, how will DIE be written in that code?

  1. 819259
  2. 168125
  3. 161825
  4. 16819

9. In a row of 16 boys, when Prakash was shifted by two places towards the left, he became 7th from the left end. What was his earlier position from the right end of the row?

  1. 7th
  2. 8th
  3. 9th
  4. 10th
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Does GMAC Repeat Questions in NMAT?

A common query among MBA aspirants is whether the exact questions from past test windows appear again in the exam. In short, GMAC does not repeat exact, word-for-word questions in the NMAT question paper. However, the underlying concepts, question templates, and difficulty levels remain similar across years.

1. How the GMAC Question Pool Works?

The NMAT by GMAC uses a computer-adaptive testing system. In this format, the algorithm chooses questions from a large question bank based on real-time performance of the candidate. Because each candidate receives a tailored set of questions matching their estimated ability level, no two test-takers get the exact same NMAT exam paper.

2. Why Solving Past Papers Still Matters

Even though the exam does not copy exact items, practising with NMAT past year papers and memory-based questions is important. Working through NMAT previous year papers helps:

  • Get familiar with the structure and tone of a real NMAT test paper.
  • Identify high-yield topic patterns that appear across multiple years of the exam.
  • Build the speed required to solve 108 questions in 120 minutes without relying on a calculator.

Using NMAT previous year question paper sets with a reliable NMAT sample paper or official sample paper of NMAT ensures similarity in terms of difficulty level.

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NMAT Question Paper Pattern 2026

Check NMAT question paper pattern below:

Particular NMAT Exam Details
Exam name NMAT by GMAC
NMAT exam mode Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Total questions 108
Score range 36-360
Duration 120 minutes
Sections Language Skills, Quantitative Skills, Logical Reasoning
Questions per section 36
Negative marking No negative marking

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NMAT Important Topics and Weightage

Candidates applying for the exam must use sample papers provided above for NMAT preparation. Candidates who prepare using NMAT sample papers and past papers have a better understanding of important topics, syllabus weightage, exam difficulty, and sectional time limit. These sample papers are in line with the NMAT exam pattern. The table below indicates the total questions and time allotted in NMAT exam:

Section Name

Total Questions

Time Allotted

Language Skills (Verbal Ability)

36

28 Minutes

Logical Reasoning

36

40 Minutes

Quantitative Skills & DI

36

52 Minutes

Topic-wise Weightage in NMAT Question Paper

While preparing for NMAT, candidates must align their strategy to target important topics which have the highest weightage first. The table below indicates the NMAT topic wise weightage in question paper:

Topic Expected Number of Questions
Reading Comprehension 8 to 12 Questions
Para Forming (Parajumbles) 4 to 5 Questions
Grammar (Error Identification) 3 to 4 Questions
Grammar (Prepositions) 4 to 5 Questions
Grammar (Sentence Correction) 4 to 5 Questions
Vocabulary / Analogy 4 to 5 Questions
Critical Reasoning 15 to 18 Questions
Input-Output 4 to 5 Questions
Puzzles & Seating Arrangements 4 to 10 Questions
Basic Logical Reasoning 4 to 5 Questions
Data Interpretation (DI) 12 to 16 Questions
Data Sufficiency (DS) 3 to 5 Questions
Arithmetic 9 to 10 Questions
Algebra 5 to 6 Questions
Modern Math (P&C, Probability) 3 to 5 Questions
Number System 1 to 3 Questions

NMAT 2026 syllabus comprises three sections. Get the section-wise NMAT syllabus PDF here.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is there any option to review answers in the NMAT exam?
A: 
Yes, there is an option to review answers in the NMAT exam. Candidates can review as well as make changes in the answers in different sections within the slated sectional time limit. There is no option to move back and forth between sections. If a test taker moves to the next section, they will not be able to make any changes in the previous section. After the candidate submits the responses, NMAT score will appear on the screen. Once the candidate knows the NMAT score, he/she can plan the next attempt for the exam. The retake registration window is open for the candidate immediately after appearing for the NMAT exam.
Q:   Is there any negative marking in NMAT?
A: 

No, there is no negative marking in NMAT exam. Candidates get marks for the correct answers. There is no negative marking for unattempted questions and incorrect responses in NMAT.

Q:   What are the advantages of NMAT mock tests?
A: 

NMAT mock test helps candidates get aware of the pattern and aids the overall exam preparation. Candidates get to know about the type of questions that appear in NMAT exam.

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FAQs on NMAT Question Papers

Find some FAQs related to NMAT sample papers below:

Q:   Which subjects do I have to study for NMAT?
A: 

GMAC designs NMAT question papers with three sections, namely Language Skills, Quantitative Skills, and Logical Reasoning. NMAT sylabus has sections similar to other MBA exams.

Q:   I am confused between NMAT and SNAP. Will the preparation of NMAT help me in the preparation of SNAP.
A: 

Yes, preparation for NMAT and SNAP can be done together as most of the syllabus of both the exams are identical. Candidates are always recommended to appear for both the exams together if you are planning to give any one. Both NMAT and SNAP have four broad sections, that include Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Ability and Language skills. The names of these sections can change across different exams but are identical in relation to the MBA entrance exams.

Although one can prepare for all MBA entrance exams simultaneously, candidates must tweak the preparation strategy and fine tune a particular type of questions that are seen typically in each of the entrance exam. Some of the tips top prepare for both NMAT and SNAPT simultaneously are as follows:

  1. Begin by practicing conceptual questions with easy to moderate level difficulty.
  2. Learn about a lot of tips and tricks which can be used for both NMAT and SNAP. This saves a lot of time while attempting questions.
  3. Once the concept is clear, one must move on to moderate to tough questions. Transitioning from easy to difficult questions will help candidates preparing for different MBA entrance exams.
  4. Candidates must appear for mock tests of both NMAT and SNAP to get the clarity in terms of the pattern, difficulty standards, type of questions, and more.
  5. Start with NMAT mock tests as NMAT exam typically commences in the month of October, while the SNAP exam date lies around December.

Taking the mock tests for both SNAP and NMAT will provide a base to develop an exam day strategy for both the exams.

Q:   Do NMAT reference books comprise answers to all the questions?
A: 

Official NMAT reference book, also known as NMAT by GMAC Official Guide, comprises a short description of the answer. Not all options will be right and the right answer will have a logic behind it. Such characteristics are exclusive to textbooks for preparation and one may not always find them in any other resources available for NMAT preparation. The official guide has past year papers along with the answers to the same. Candidates can get answers as well as solutions to the analytical questions.

Q:   Can I crack NMAT through self study?
A: 

Yes, cracking NMAT through self study is achievable. One must have a structured study plan, right set of study material, and must practice questions consistently to prepare for NMAT through self study.

Q:   What is NMAT exam pattern?
A: 

NMAT exam is designed with 108 questions to be answered within 120 minutes. Candidates can appear for NMAT in computer based test mode. 108 questions of NMAT exam is divided equally into three sections, namely Language Skills, Quantitative Skills, and Logical Reasoning.

Q:   How to prepare for NMAT?
A: 

Candidates preparing for NMAT exam must use the official test prep material to familiarise themselves with exam pattern and important topics

Preparation tools and resources  issued by GMAC to help candidates prepare are:

  • Exclusive Study Plan
  • NMAT Exam Official Guide
  • One Free Exam Prep - with two attempts
  • Two Paid Exam Prep - each with two attempts
Q:   Is the syllabus for CMAT, NMAT and Maharastra CET different or similar?
A: 
The syllabus of cmat ,nmat is almost the same.but the difference is in the level of difficulty that these tests have.as per to my knowledge NMAT is more difficult compared to CMAT .but the portion is the same. you ll be studying and attempting questions that fall within the syllabus provided by coaching classes. when it comes to C.E.T it is different than NMAT and CMAT .the level of difficulty is very easy compared to these tests .you will come across normal level questions of quantitative, verbal, logic and data interpretation. Also there are different set of questions in the verbal and logic section of the paper for which you should buy books that are focused and made only for cet preparations for it contains those questions ,you can also buy C.E.T mocks to understand the paper pattern,the time duration that you get to solve each question, and to make your strategies of solving the paper in C.E.T exams.
Q:   Is NMAT mock test and NMAT exam identical?
A: 

NMAT mock test and the actual exam are identical in terms of the exam structure and overall difficulty standards of the exam. The user interface of the NMAT mock test may vary across service providers. However, candidates practising using the official NMAT mock test will get taste of the actual exam user interface.

NMAT mock test released by GMAC is a simulation of the actual exam. Questions, pattern, syllabus, and test structure are similar to the actual exam. However, the score of the NMAT mock test will not affect the admission process at the NMAT participating colleges. Mock test only helps in practicing and revision of the questions.

Q:   What is the mode of NMAT exam?
A: 

Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) conducts NMAT exam in an online mode. Online NMAT exam is conducted from Pearson VUE centres situated across India. Candidates need to appear at the chosen test centre to appear for the computer based NMAT exam. At the NMAT exam centre, each candidate is allotted a computer system where he/she has to login to take the test. Once the candidate logs in to the computer system, the responses will be recorded against the test taker ID. Further, this test taker ID will be helpful while evaluating performance of indicidual test takers.

Q:   How many questions are asked in the NMAT exam?
A: 

A total of 108 questions appear in NMAT exam. Each section of NMAT exam has 36 questions. All three sections have equal weightage in NMAT exam.

Q:   Is there any sectional time limit at NMAT exam?
A: 

Yes, questions in each section of NMAT exam are to be answered within a specified time limit. Section wise time limit is as follows:

NMAT Section

NMAT Sectional Time Limit

Language Skills

28 minutes

Logical Reasoning

40 minutes

Quantitative Skills

52 minutes

Total

120 minutes

Q:   How much time is sufficient for NMAT preparation?
A: 

A total of 2-3 months of consistent and focused preparation is considered sufficient for NMAT. Many candidates may require more than three months if they are find the topics in NMAT syllabus on a tougher side.

Q:   What is the overall difficulty level of NMAT?
A: 

NMAT is expected to maintain a moderate overall difficulty level. NMAT exam focuses on speed, accuracy, and basic conceptual understanding. Candidates find NMAT exam easier than CAT.

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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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If you fail to schedule your exam by October 22, 2026, your registration expires. You will not be allocated an exam slot, you will not receive an admit card, and the registration fee is non-refundable.

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Yes. Candidates can reschedule the exam date, time, or test centre up to 72 hours before your scheduled appointment time. Rescheduling requires an additional fee of INR 1,200 plus applicable taxes, and depends on seat availability.

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No. Registration involves filling the application form and paying the application fee. Scheduling is a separate step where you select your exam date, time slot, and test centre

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Loveleen Sharma

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Answered Yesterday

The last date for NMAT 2026 slot booking is October 22, 2026. Candidates must schedule their exam on or before this date through their dashboard.

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Vikram Tyagi

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Answered a week ago

NMAT form last date 2026 is set as October 10. Candidates who fill the form before NMAT last date to apply 2026 will be able to book slot until October 22.

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Students who are registering for the NMAT by GMAC exam need to pay INR 3,000 as the registration fee. This fee is to be paid by the student directly online while completing Step 1 of the NMAT application process.

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No, you cannot get direct admission into Amity University, Noida for the MBA/PGDM course. Students have to either attempt the CAT or the NMAT exam for admission and then sit for the selection process (if qualified), which involves GD (Group Discussion) and PI (Personal Interview). 

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