NMAT

Another option for those scoring low in CAT exam is applying to non-IIM. Many B-Schools like SPJIMR, IIM DELHI, lal bahadur sastri institute of management accept CAT score between 80-90 percentile. these institutes rank above some of the IIM in the NIRF - MHRF's ranking list.

The NMAT cutoff for the SDA Bocconi admission is expected to be around 190 to 200. Students who have a valid NMAT score of 190 and above can apply for admission to the SDA Bocconi Asia centre for its IMB programme. 

Yes, you can reappear for the NMAT by GMAC exam. As per the guideline of NMAT,
1. In a testing cycle, you are permitted to make three attempts, including your first attempt and two retakes.
2. Two attempts must be separated by at least 15 days.
Since you sat for the first time on 9th December 2024, you can book your second attempt 15 days hence; that is, on or after 24th December 2024 if the testing window is open.

The NMAT 2024 testing window is between *October and December.* Confirm the last date of test scheduling and test taking for this cycle.

Candidates find the exam easy of difficult based on their prep level. The syllabus for MBA entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, MAT, NMAT, SNAP, and CMATis mostly the same, with some minor differences.

The expected NMAT cutoff of KJ Somaiya may be between 224-230. So you can be hopeful.

Yes, ISB Hyderabad and Mohali also accept the NMAT scores of students who are seeking to get into their different programs. For the academic year 2025-2027, it is expected that the cut-off for NMAT scores at ISB should be at least 140 and above. Candidates whose scores lie above this are likely to be short-listed to the next stages of selection, including personal interviews.
ISB also evaluates the GMAT and GRE scores. Cutoffs range from 710+ on GMAT and 320+ on GRE. However, cutoffs vary from time to time based on variables like the number of applicants, performance in entrance exams, etc.

NMAT cutoff for Universal AI University in 2023 is between 180 to 200. However, it is absolutely dependent upon the academic history and work experience of an applicant. An applicant, who is relatively more competent academically, has lower cutoffs while students who are not so good with their academic history might need a near upper limit scores. The university focuses on a holistic admission process, considering entrance exam scores and academic performance, making it accessible for a range of applicants seeking to enroll in their programs.

Yes, you can join Universal AI University for the Executive MBA without taking the NMAT. The admissions are primarily done based on the entrance exam of UBSAT and personal interviews. Candidates with good work experience can be exempted from the entrance exam requirement. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree with an aggregate score of at least 50%. The minimum period of professional experience is two years. This flexibility allows the seasoned professional to join the programme without standardized test scores, based rather on work experience and leadership potential.