The application for NMAT 2026 is expected to open soon. All candidates who wish to apply for the NMAT 2926 Exam must read the eligibility criteria and fill the application form.
NMAT registration 2026 will start in the first week of August 2026. Candidates who are seeking admission to more than 50+ B-schools accepting NMAT must fill out the online application form. The test registration fee (regular fee) is INR 3,000 + applicable taxes. All applicants paying the registration fee for NMAT 2026 can use the exam scheduling window to book slots for the exam. Candidates have the opportunity to appear for the NMAT Entrance Exam thrice during the test window. Registration for the NMAT for all three attempts is to be done separately.
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How to Fill the NMAT Application Form 2026?
Candidates can apply for NMAT 2026 exam by following the steps mentioned below:
- Visit NMAT 2026 website, mba.com/exams/nmat
- For first-time visitors, click button reading 'Register for NMAT by GMAC.'
- Candidates must enter details to create an mba.com account. This account can be used for registration of NMAT or GMAT exam.
- Verify the captcha code and click on button reading 'Create an account'
- Login using generated credentials.
- From login dashboard, click on button reading 'NMAT by GMAC Dashboard'
- Fill NMAT application form with personal details, then upload a passport size photograph and clicking on next button
- Enter contact information, with alternate contact details, communication address, and permanent address. Click 'next' button to proceed.
- Enter education and work experience details, then click 'Next' button.
- Add school preferences. Followed by adding some additional details about other MBA exams.
- Review all details filled NMAT application form, followed by payment of NMAT registration fee.
Schedule for NMAT Registration 2026
Check out the NMAT Registration dates for 2026.
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| NMAT 2026 Registration Window | Aug 1, 2026 | Oct 10, 2026 |
| NMAT 2026 Scheduling Window | Aug 1, 2026 | Oct 14, 2026 |
| NMAT 2026 Exam Window | Nov 5, 2026 | Dec 19, 2026 |
LIVE UPDATE
NMAT Application 2026 LIVE: Registration Link, Process and Eligibility Criteria
- 5:17 AM IST• 1 Aug 2026
NMAT 2026 Admit Card Generated After Slot Booking
Once candidates complete slot booking, their NMAT admit card is auto-generated and available for download.
- 4:12 AM IST• 1 Aug 2026
NMAT Application form 2026: Edit Window?
Once you click ‘submit’ after paying the NMAT 2026 registration fee, the form cannot be edited, so verify all personal and fee details carefully before confirming the final submission.
- 3:57 AM IST• 1 Aug 2026
Registration for NMAT 2026: Fee payment unlocks exam scheduling
Candidates must clear the NMAT 2026 registration fee before the exam scheduling window opens; only after payment does the “Schedule Exam” button become active on the dashboard.
- 2:47 AM IST• 1 Aug 2026
What is NMAT 2026 Application fee?
The expected gee for NMAT 2026 is given below.
Service
Fee (INR) Test registration (regular) 3,000 + taxes Retake exam 3,000 + taxes Reschedule 1,200 + taxes Score send per extra B‑school 400 + taxes - 2:07 AM IST• 1 Aug 2026
NMAT 2026 Notification & Application: Sending scores beyond five schools
To forward your NMAT score to any B‑school beyond the first five, a fee of INR 400 per school (plus taxes) is required at the time of request.
- 1:44 AM IST• 1 Aug 2026
NMAT Registration 2026: Rescheduling comes with a charge
Changing your NMAT 2026 exam date or centre incurs a charge of INR 1,200 plus taxes (approx). This rescheduling fee is paid during the rescheduling process on the candidate dashboard.
- 1:14 AM IST• 1 Aug 2026
NMAT 2026: Retake fee mirrors regular charge
If you need a second attempt, the NMAT retake fee is also INR 3,000 plus taxes. The amount is collected through the same online portal before the retake window opens.
- 1:03 AM IST• 1 Aug 2026
Regular NMAT registration fee 2026
The standard NMAT test registration costs INR 3,000 plus applicable taxes. Paying this amount secures your place in the exam, allowing you to later schedule a slot. - 12:38 AM IST• 1 Aug 2026
NMAT Application 2026: Quick correction checklist
- Verify name, DOB, and gender.
- Check contact numbers and email address.
- Confirm education details and work experience.
- Review selected B‑school preferences.
- Ensure uploaded photo meets size and recency criteria.
- 12:12 AM IST• 1 Aug 2026
NMAT Application Form 2026: Separate form for each attempt
Each NMAT attempt requires a fresh application; you cannot reuse a previously submitted form. Submit a new form before the registration window ends for every attempt. - 11:37 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT Application 2026: Photo upload must be recent
The passport‑size photograph you upload in the NMAT Application form 2026 should be front‑facing and taken within the last six months. Incorrect photos cannot be replaced after form submission.
- 10:33 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
Is there any Application Edit Window in NMAT Application 2026?
Once you click the final ‘Submit’ button, the NMAT portal does not allow any edits. Ensure all information is correct before submitting, as changes are impossible thereafter.
- 9:25 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT Notification and Registration window: Opening Soon
The NMAT 2026 registration opens on 1 August 2026 (tentatively) and closes on 10 October 2026 (tentatively). Submit your form before the closing date to lock in details.
- 8:55 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT 2026 registration fee
Component Fee (INR) Regular registration 3,000 + taxes Retake exam 3,000 + taxes Reschedule slot 1,200 Extra B‑school request 400 per school - 8:18 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
How many school choices you can add in NMAT 2026 Application Form?
Add up to five B‑school preferences free of charge; selecting a sixth or more incurs an additional fee shown on the NMAT 2026 registration fee page for each extra choice.
- 7:53 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT 2026 Registration: Details to fill in Work‑experience fields
- Type of engagement (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, internship)
- Sector of work (private, public, NGO, etc.)
- Total work‑experience duration in months or years
- Industry of employment
- 7:29 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
What persdonal details are required to be filled in NMAT Registration form?
The following details must be filled in NMAT Application Form 2026.
- Full name, gender, date of birth, category and nationality
- Father’s and mother’s names plus ID‑proof details
- Mobile number and an alternate contact number
- Primary email ID and an alternate email ID
- Complete address with country, state, city and pincode
- 7:04 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
Registration through NMAT Scores
Each of the 49 + B‑schools accepting NMAT scores may set its own admission rules, so double‑check the eligibility criteria of your chosen institutes before submitting the form. - 6:37 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
Eligibility basics for NMAT 2026 registration
To register for NMAT 2026, you must have completed a 10+2+3 or four‑year graduation from any stream, with at least 50 % aggregate in the final year; final‑year students are also eligible.
- 6:20 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT Registration 2026: Documents you must upload
For NMAT registration, you must have the following:
- Passport‑size photograph (front‑facing, ≤6 months old, JPG/JPEG/PNG)
- Signature image (JPG/JPEG/PNG)
- ID proof details as per personal information section
- Personal information fields like name, DOB, category, nationality
- Contact details including mobile, email and address
- 6:02 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT Application Form 2026: Eligibility Criteria
The common eligibility conditions to be fulfilled before proceeding to fill the NMAT application form.
- Qualifying Exam: Candidates must hold a graduation degree (irrespective of the discipline).
- Score in Qualifying Exam: An aggregate of 50 per cent must be obtained by the candidates in the bachelor's degree exams.
- 5:44 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT Application Form 2026: Double‑check before submitting
Before submitting the NMAT Application Form 2026, double‑check every entry as the form cannot be edited later; save a copy of the completed form for your future reference.
- 5:28 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
What is NMAT Registration Process for 2026?
The GMAC organises the registration process for NMAT exam so same is for NMAT 2026 also, and this is online only. Candidates need to select an exam date after filling and submitting the NMAT application form. NMAT Candidates can navigate below to know the steps to fill NMAT application form.
- 5:28 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
What is the specification to upload photo and signature while filling the NMAT Application form 2026?
To fill the NMAT 2026 Application form, upload a front‑facing passport‑size photograph not older than six months in JPG, JPEG or PNG format; also upload your signature in the same formats.
- 5:02 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT Registration 2026: MBA Account to be created
First, create a mba.com login account – this single credential lets you register for NMAT 2026 and, if needed later, for GMAT as well. - 4:46 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT 2026 Provisional admission linked to registration
Candidates who register between 1 August and 10 October will receive provisional admission, which becomes final only after submitting their graduation mark sheet and degree certificate through the portal.
- 4:40 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT Notification 2026 awaited before registration
Official NMAT 2026 notification is expected soon; once released, the registration window will tentatively open on August 01, 2026, so keep checking for the announcement.
- 4:28 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT 2026 Registration: Expected date
NMAT 2026 Registration Date is expected to open on August 01, 2026. The Application will open on the NMAT website.
- 4:25 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT Scheduling window opens same day
NMAT 2026 also launches its scheduling window with the NMAT registration window, allowing applicants to pick exam slots immediately after completing the registration process within the same timeframe.
- 4:13 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT Application Fee 2026
Check out the NMAT Application fee 2026:
NMAT Application Type
Application Fee (in INR) (tentative)
Test Registration (regular fee)
3,000 + applicable taxes
Retake exam fee
3,000 + applicable taxes
Reschedule
1,200 + applicable taxes
Request for sending NMAT Scores to B-schools other than first five
400 per B-school + applicable taxes
- 4:11 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
Points to keep in mind while Filling NMAT Registration Form 2026
Candidates should keep the following points in mind while registering for NMAT.
- Registration is done through the NMAT online portal only.
- The application fee is payable at the time of submission
- Admission is provisional until the graduation certificate is uploaded
- 4:05 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT Registration: Last Date
The NMAT 2026 registration window remains open until 10 October (tentatively), giving candidates roughly ten weeks to complete their application and fee payment.
- 4:00 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT Start date listed as tentative
August 01, 2026, is marked as tentative in the official NMAT 2026 schedule, so aspirants should keep an eye on any possible adjustments before applying.
- 3:52 PM IST• 31 Jul 2026
NMAT 2026 Registration Opening SOON
NMAT 2026 registration window will open soon. Candidates can submit their online application once the application is available for the upcoming MBA entrance cycle.
Commonly asked questions
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.
To complete NMAT registration, candidates must create a login account and fill the personal and academic details, select school preferences, upload a photograph, and pay the application fee.
Commonly asked questions
NMAT registration fee is INR 3,000 plus applicable taxes. Candidates can pay this fee online using a debit card, credit card, or mobile wallet during the application process. The registration fee for NMAT exam may change in every admission cycle.
NMAT registration begins every year in the first week of August. Candidates will find a registration and NMAT login link on NMAT website as soon as the window is open.
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