NMAT 2025: Registration Link (OUT), Exam Dates (Nov 5 to Dec 19), Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern

NMAT, also known as NMAT by GMAC, is a national-level entrance test conducted for MBA admissions at SVKMs NMIMS and other reputed B-Schools in India. NMAT scores are also accepted by several institutes situated abroad. NMAT is designed to keep the test-taker's convenience in mind. Candidates can choose the NMAT exam date and venue based on their preference during the exam window using the NMAT scheduling option. NMAT shares some features with GMAT as candidates are allowed to choose the preferred date during a testing window as well as self-schedule the test, time and venue, and appointment date based on the availability of seats at the preferred test centre. The national-level entrance exam, NMAT, is conducted annually during the test window of specified days. NMAT by GMAC score is based on the performance of candidates in three sections, namely, Language Skills, Quantitative Skills and Logical Reasoning.

The table below covers some of the major highlights of the NMAT by GMAC exam.

Also Read: Why NMAT by GMAC?

The first step of the admission process starts with filling the NMAT 2025 application form. Candidates can complete the NMAT exam registration within the stipulated time. Only the candidates submitting the application form and scheduling the exam are issued NMAT 2025 admit card. NMAT registration process is available online and candidates need to create a login ID and password to complete the online registration process. Candidates must pay INR 3,000 (excluding GST) against the application fee and slot booking (scheduling) the exam. The fee can be paid online using Debit Card, Master Card, Mobile wallet and other options.

After NMAT registration, the test reschedule option is enabled in the student account. To reschedule the NMAT 2025 test, candidates have to apply for the NMAT exam reschedule option in less than 72 hours from the date and schedule of the test. NMAT rescheduling steps can also be completed through the same candidate dashboard. The retake fee is INR 3,000 and the rescheduling fee is INR 1,200.

NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

The exam conducting authority has specified the below-mentioned eligibility criteria for NMAT 2025. Candidates need to fulfil eligibility requirements before NMAT registration.

1. Candidate must have completed graduation under 10+2+3 or four years of education pattern from any stream
2. Secured not less than 50 per cent aggregate in the final year of graduation
3. Candidates awaiting results or in their final year of graduation are also eligible to apply for NMAT 2025. Admission is granted on a provisional basis until the graduation mark sheet and certificate of the qualifying examination are submitted

Candidates must also check the eligibility criteria of NMAT-participating colleges individually before registering for the examination. Applicants need to select five institutes of their preference for admission while applying and those institutes may have different eligibility criteria for admission.

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• NMAT Eligibility Criteria for Participating Institutes
• B-schools offering a scholarship to NMAT 2025 test-takers

The admission process for NMAT includes six stages—filling the NMAT 2025 application form, issuing the NMAT 2025 admit card, NMAT 2025 exam, declaration of NMAT 2025 result and NMAT 2025 selection process (Group Discussion and Personal Interview) of the shortlisted candidates.

Each stage of the NMAT 2025 admission process is briefly explained below.

GMAC conducts NMAT within a specified window. After submitting the application form, candidates can proceed to schedule the exam. Using the exam scheduling window, candidates need to specify a date and test city to appear for the exam. Only the candidates who schedule the NMAT exam will be allowed to appear for the exam. The exam scheduling is available on the NMAT login dashboard.

Difference Between NMAT Registration & NMAT Scheduling 2025

NMAT registration and scheduling are two distinct exam events. During the registration process, NMAT aspirants need to complete the one-time registration followed by providing key information about them. During the registration process candidates need to choose the desired college where they wish to send their scores, any other MBA exam they appeared for, etc. On the other hand, NMAT scheduling is the facility to choose the exam date and exam city and slot preference. NMAT exam scheduling window is also known as NMAT slot booking.

After the candidates complete the NMAT 2025 application process and pay the application fee, they need to book their preferred exam slot. NMAT admit card is downloadable seven days before the exam date. The admit card for NMAT 2025 will be available for download until the examination day. Candidates will have to download a fresh admit card for all attempts of the NMAT 2025 exam.

NMAT, like any other MBA entrance exam, is a speed-based test. Thus, the entire preparation must be aligned with this thought. Candidates need to follow NMAT preparation strategies, which helps them build speed and the accuracy level to answer questions in the test. To build speed and accuracy, candidates need to catch hold of the best books for NMAT preparation, five years of NMAT sample papers and attempt the mock tests. Keep the following points in mind to prepare for the test:

• Devote three to four months to build conceptual clarity on topics included in the NMAT syllabus
• Analyse your preparation level by practising NMAT question papers
• Create notes of each topic while studying and revise them from time to time
• Discuss your doubts with peers and mentors to clear them

NMAT 2025: Guidelines & Facilities for Students with Disability

Test takers with disabilities will have access to special arrangements during NMAT by GMAC, including an accommodation facility. Such candidates should send a request to GMAC for the same while filling the NMAT application form.

Candidates with the following disabilities can avail this facility:

• Mobility impairment
• Learning disability
• Blindness (low vision to no vision)
• Leprosy
• Cerebral Palsy
• Others

Other arrangements made by GMAC for disabled candidates are:

• Reader
• Extra time
• Large fonts
• Mobility help

Note: A scribe can assist applicants with vision impairment. Candidates are also allowed to bring their scribe; however, in this case, they need to seek approval by GMAC before taking the exam.