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NMAT 2022 - Exam Dates, Registration, Pattern, Syllabus, Preparation

Updated By Shivangi Ahirwar on 06 Jan, 2023 16:15

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About NMAT by GMAC 2022

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Registration for the additional phase exam is ongoing on the official website. Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) has opened the additional phase registration window for candidates who did not take all three attempts for NMAT by GMAC 2022 which was conducted from October 10 to December 19, 2022, over a 70-day test window.

The last date to complete the NMAT by GMAC 2022 registration as well as scheduling for the additional phase exam is January 10, 2023. Candidates can choose an exam date between January 11 and 15, 2023. The additional phase exam will be conducted for limited seats on a first-cum-first-serve basis.

NMAT 2022 is a popular management entrance examination organized and conducted by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC). The main aim of the NMAT is to provide aspiring candidates with the scope of admissions to the courses offered by leading MBA colleges in India, such as NMIMS Mumbai, VIT Vellore, SPJIMR Mumbai, XIM Bhubaneswar, and many more. NMAT is conducted once a year, over a test window of 70-100 days.

NMAT by GMAC 2022 registration process for the exam conducted between October 10 to December 19, 2022, began on August 1, 2022, and candidate could submit their application form by October 12, 2022. After completing the registration, a student can schedule an exam date of his choice within the test window. NMAT 2022 exam scheduling was extended till October 17, 2022.

A maximum of three attempts for the NMAT exam are allowed within the testing year. Students can check their performance in the exam instantly after submitting the response, and if it's not satisfactory, they can take up to two retakes. A gap of 15 days is mandatory between two attempts. Those who wish to give all three attempts must schedule their exam dates as per the following dates.

Candidates get to choose a suitable date, time, and venue to appear in the computer-based test. Candidates who clear NMAT 2022 are eligible for admission into the postgraduate management courses offered by all the NMAT Participating Colleges. NMAT 2022 score is also accepted by top B-Schools across 11 countries. Read further to know complete details about NMAT by GMAC 2022.

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NMAT by GMAC 2022 Highlights

Here are the highlights for the NMAT 2022 exams:

ParticularsDetails
Name of the ExamNMAT (NMIMS Management Aptitude Test)

Conducting Body

Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC)

Level of the Exam

National

Conducted forMBA/PGDM Admissions

Mode of the Exam

CBT from Test Centers

Duration of the Exam

120 minutes

Medium of NMAT

English

Total Number of Attempts3

Testing Window

70-100 Day Test Window

No. of Test Centers68
SyllabusLanguage Skills, Quantitative Skills, Logical Reasoning

Total No. of Questions

108

Type of Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

Exam FeesRs 2,300
Exam Helpdesk Number0120 4397855

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Important Dates

Check out the NMAT by GMAC exam 2022 dates in the table below:

Events

Starting Date

Closing Date

NMAT 2022 Registration 

August 1, 2022

October 12, 2022

NMAT 2022 Exam Scheduling

August 1, 2022October 17, 2022

NMAT 2022 Rescheduling

August 1, 2022December 16, 2022

NMAT 2022 Exam

October 10, 2022December 19, 2022

Retake Registrations

October 11, 2022December 16, 2022

Retake Scheduling

October 11, 2022December 16, 2022
NMAT by GMAC Result 2022Within 48 Hours of the Exam
NMAT by GMAC Registration for Additional PhaseOngoingJanuary 10, 2023
NMAT by GMAC Scheduling for Additional PhaseOngoingJanuary 10, 2023
NMAT by GMAC Exam for Additional PhaseJanuary 11, 2023January 15, 2023

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Conducting Body

The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) is the owner and administrator of the GMAT as well as NMAT exams. It is a global non-profit organization involved in leading graduate business schools around the world. NMAT is a national-level management entrance exam for admission to NMAT designated management colleges such as Alliance University, SRM University, BML Munjal University, Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Ansal University, VIT University, and ICFAI Business School (IBS).

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Registration Process

The various levels of the NMAT by GMAC 2022 registration process that the candidates must understand before applying for the examination are mentioned below:

  • Step 1: Visit the NMAT online registration page (https://register.nmat.org/) and create an account using a valid email ID and other personal credentials.

  • Step 2: Open your email account and click on the verification link received by GMAC and sign up successfully for NMAT 2022.

  • Step 3: Enter your personal credentials, academic credentials, work experience details, choice of MBA courses of various colleges accepting NMAT scores (You can select up to five courses and B-schools), preference of test cities, and ID number i.e Aadhaar, PAN, Driving License, etc.

  • Step 4: Scan and upload your photograph and digital signature as per the resolution (Max 1 MB) and the format (JPG/JPEG, PNG, GIF) specified by GMAC. 

  • Step 5: Save and submit all the above-mentioned information and proceed to payment. The application fee is INR 2,300 (excluding GST). After submitting the fees, you would get your "NMAT ID". Take a printout for future reference. 

  • Step 6: GMAC will send a notification for scheduling your exam, booking your slot, and downloading your hall ticket. The same will be reflected on your NMAT dashboard.

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NMAT by GMAC 2022 Application Fees

The detailed NMAT by GMAC 2022 application fee structure is as follows:

Early Registration Fee

INR 2300 + taxes

Late Registration Fee

INR 2800 + taxes

Retake Fee

INR 2300 + taxes

Reschedule Fee

INR 1200 + taxes

Additional Score Report Fee (after first 5)

INR 300 + taxes per report

Payment Forms AcceptedVisa/MasterCard/American Express/Debit Card/Internet Banking/UPI

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Exam Scheduling

The admissions for NMAT are done by the clearance of GMAC. Post-completion of the registration process, the scheduling for the exam can be done. With the help of the exam scheduling option, a specific date and city need to be updated by the candidate to proceed further. Scheduling is the only process by which students will be allowed to take the exam. It can be done from the dashboard of the NMAT login.

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Rescheduling and Retake

Candidates will be allowed to take the NMAT by GMAC 2022 exam a maximum of three times. This includes the first attempt plus a maximum of two retake attempts. No shows are considered attempts. The retake registration option will be enabled in the dashboard after the exam date. Candidates need to register for the retake by simply clicking on the Retake section, selecting the exam mode, and paying the retake fees.

The retake can be scheduled after the completion of a scheduled attempt and the retake exam can only be taken after a gap of 15 days from the previous attempt. Candidates can book a retake only after taking the previous attempt

Retake attempts are booked on first cum first basis and subject to seat availability on the scheduled date and slot. Rescheduling of the NMAT exam is also available up to 72 hours prior to the original NMAT exam date. Also, you will be required to pay the retake fees per attempt, which is Rs 2,300.

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Eligibility Criteria

It is essential for each candidate to be aware of the NMAT by GMAC 2022 eligibility criteria before paying the fees for the exam. Only those who fulfill the eligibility criteria will be allowed to appear in the NMAT 2022 Exam. The eligibility criteria for NMAT 2022 have been provided below:

Academic Qualification:

  • Students should have completed their graduation under 10+2+3 or four years of education pattern from any stream from a UGC/AICTE recognized institute or equivalent.
  • Candidates who are awaiting results or are in their final year of graduation are also eligible to apply for NMAT 2022. 
  • Admission is granted on a provisional basis until the graduation mark sheet and certificate of the qualifying examination are submitted.

Minimum Aggregate: Candidates should have scored at least 50% in their graduation to be eligible for NMAT.

Nationality: There are no nationality criteria for NMAT

Age Limit: There is no age limit barrier for NMAT

Professional Qualification: Work Experience is not mandatory

Maximum Attempts: 3 times, i.e One examination attempt and two retakes 

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Admit Card

Students who have completed their registration process can download the NMAT by GMAC 2022 admit card once it is available on the official website. You can also book the exam slot of your choice. GMAC generally releases the NMAT Admit card 24 hours after the successful registration and completion of payment of the exam fee.

The admit card is a document that contains a candidate’s NMAT registration details and photograph. Candidates are required to carry and furnish the hard copy of their NMAT Admit Card 2022 along with their govt. ID proof at the exam center on the NMAT 2022 exam date. It is important to get the hall ticket signed by the exam administrator at the designated place.

Here are the details which will be mentioned on your NMAT by GMAC 2022 Admit Card:

  • Name
  • Registration ID
  • Test Center Name
  • Exam Date and Time
  • Course
  • Social Category

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Exam Pattern

NMAT by GMAC 2022 will consist of 3 sections - Language skills, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Skills. Students have the privilege to choose the order in which they wish to attempt the paper and there is an individual time limit for each section. There will be a total of 108 questions in MCQ format. The overall test duration is 2 hours.

Check the table below for the detailed NMAT by GMAC 2022 exam pattern:

Section

No. of Questions

Duration

Score Range

Quantitative Skills

36

52

12-120

Logical Reasoning

36

40

12-120

Language Skills

36

28

12-120

Total

108

120

36-360

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Section-Wise Topic Coverage

Here's the section-wise topic coverage of the NMAT 2022 exam:

SectionTopics
Language Skills
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Para Jumbles
  • Error Identification
  • Analogies
  • Synonyms & Antonyms
  • English Grammar & Vocabulary
  • Idioms, Phrases, Clauses
  • Fill in the Blanks
  • Word Meaning
  • English Usage
Logical Reasoning
  • Critical Reasoning
  • Statement and Argument-Based Questions
  • Linear and Circular Arrangements
  • Classification and Syllogisms
  • Statement and Inference-Based Questions
  • Blood Relation Questions
  • Decision making
  • Coding and Decoding
Quantitative Skills
  • Number Properties
  • Arithmetic
  • Modern Math
  • Geometry & Mensuration
  • Algebra and Probability
  • DI Caselets and Tables
  • DI Graphs and Charts
  • Data Sufficiency

You can check out NMAT 2022 syllabus for a detailed list of topics from every section.

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Marking Scheme

The Graduate Management Academic Council (GMAC) evaluates the performance of candidates on the basis of the marking scheme mentioned below:

  • 3 marks are awarded for every correct objective type question.
  • In case of any wrong attempt, no marks will be deducted.
  • There is also no negative marking for unattempted questions.

Note: Once a student finished a particular section, all answers are considered final. There is no facility to go back and change the answers.

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Preparation Tips

The NMAT by GMAC exam, like every MBA admissions test, is a timed exam. As a result, the complete planning must be based on this concept. Candidates must use NMAT prepping approaches to enhance their precision and agility when answering questions on the exam. Keep the following points in mind while preparing for the exam:

  • Spend 3-4 months developing a deeper understanding of topics covered in the NMAT curriculum.

  • Always study from the best NMAT preparation reading material.

  • Analyze your level of effort by practicing NMAT previous years' question papers.

  • Take NMAT mock tests and solve sample papers to improve your time management and efficiency.

  • While studying, make notes on each subject and reevaluate them as needed.

  • Clarify your confusion with your peers and professors.

For more preparation tips and tricks, visit our How to Prepare for NMAT 2022 page.

Important Documents to Carry to NMAT by GMAC 2022 Exam Hall

The following are three crucial documents students need to carry to the NMAT by GMAC 2022 exam center:

  • Confirmation Email Printout

  • Admit Card

  • One valid primary ID (Passport, PAN Card, Voter’s ID card, UID/Aadhaar Card) and another secondary ID (Any one of the primary IDs, ATM Card/Debit Card/Credit Card, Driving License). IDs produced should be original and not photocopied/scanned.

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NMAT by GMAC 2022 Exam Accommodations for Students with Special Needs

NMAT by GMAC 2022 has made special amendments for applicants with special needs. This includes the facility of accommodation. These candidates can send a similar request to the authorities of GMAC. It is done while carrying out the registration process for NMAT by GMAC 2022. 

Students with special needs given below can opt for these special facilities:

  1. Learning disability
  2. Cerebral Palsy
  3. Mobility impairment
  4. Leprosy
  5. Blindness (low vision to no vision)
  6. Others

Some of the major changes and facilities given by GMAC are:

  • Large fonts
  • Reader
  • Mobility help
  • Extra time

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Exam Centres

The test cities where NMAT by GMAC 2022 exam will be conducted are given in the table below.

Test Centers in India

Zone

Test Cities

North

Agra, Allahabad, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Ghaziabad, Delhi, Faridabad, Gurgaon, Jammu, Kanpur, Lucknow, Noida, Patiala, Varanasi

South

Coimbatore, Madurai, Mangalore, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kochi, Hyderabad, Manipal, Mysore, Tiruchirapalli, Vellore, Vizag, Vijayawada

East

Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Jamshedpur, Kolkata, Patna, Ranchi, Shillong

West

Aurangabad, Rajkot, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Mumbai, Nagpur, Nasik, Pune, Surat, Vadodara

Central

Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, Raipur, Bhilai, Gwalior

Test Centers Outside India

Test Cities

Country

Colombo

Srilanka

Dhaka

Bangladesh

Kathmandu

Nepal

Thimphu

Bhutan

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Scores

Candidates taking the NMAT by GMAC 2022 exam will receive their score card with a scaled score for the sections and total within 48 hours of giving the exam. They will be notified by email once their score card is ready for download.

Questions in the NMAT by GMAC exam are selected from the question pool for each examinee based on his or her performance on the questions previously answered. The questions a candidate receives are targeted at his or her ability level; therefore, a high-scoring candidate generally receives a more difficult sample of questions than a low-scoring candidate.

The NMAT by GMAC exam is scored by first obtaining the candidate’s final ability estimate based on the probabilistic model approach of modern exam theory, and then transformed to a scaled score ranging from 12 to 120.

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Result

Candidates can check the NMAT by GMAC result 2022 on the official website by logging in using their credentials. NMAT by GMAC 2022 test-takers will be able to check their scores and download the scorecards within 48 hours or 2 days of appearing in the exam. After the release of the NMAT by GMAC result, candidates can check their NMAT by GMAC Scorecard 2022 and NMAT by GMAC percentile. You can download the result card for future reference. 

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Official Marksheet

The official NMAT by GMAC 2022 mark sheet will comprise two scores - an individual sectional scaled score and overall score and percentile of a candidate. Calculation of the scaled score is done before calculating the final percentile. The final percentile score is calculated based on the scaled score and it is updated in the official scorecard and sent to B-schools.

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Cutoff

NMAT by GMAC 2022 cutoff marks are different for every participating institute, depending on the difficulty level of the exam, the vacancies in the course, and the average performance of the students. The NMAT by GMAC 2022 cutoffs in top MBA colleges in India like NMIMS, XIMB, K J Somaiya, and VIT are significantly high in the range of 92-96 percentile.

NMAT by GMAC cutoff marks range from 150 to 200, and certain institutes will give preference to sectional cutoffs in addition to the overall NMAT by GMAC cutoff. NMIMS Bangalore requires a normalized score of 200, which is approximately 91.1%, but NMIMS Mumbai requires a score of 208 and a percentile of 94%. NMAT by GMAC final cutoff marks can be either released in the form of NMAT by GMAC score or NMAT by GMAC percentile.

NMAT by GMAC 2022 Selection Process

The NMAT by GMAC 2022 selection process will begin after the declaration of NMAT by GMAC cutoffs. GMAC is not responsible for carrying out a centralized admission process. Every participating institute has its own selection process and admission criteria.

  • NMAT by GMAC 2022 selection process will include GD-PI rounds. 

  • Candidates who clear the minimum sectional and overall cutoffs will be shortlisted to appear for the GD-PI rounds.

  • After the conduction of the PI round, the final merit list will be prepared based on various parameters: NMAT 2022 score, NMAT GD-PI scores, work experience, past academic scores, and gender diversity.

  • The participating institute may also decide to conduct a WAT (Writing Ability Test) or Case Discussion (CD) round instead of the conventional GD round. 

  • The decision of final admission is based on the combined performance in NMAT online test and GD-PI round.

Top B-Schools Accepting NMAT by GMAC 2022 Scores

Here's the list of top B-Schools in India and abroad accepting NMAT by GMAC 2022 scores.

Top B-Schools in India Accepting NMAT by GMAC 2022 Scores

Name of the B-SchoolLocation
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management StudiesMumbai
Vellore Institute of TechnologyVellore
Xavier Institute of ManagementBhubaneswar
S.P. Jain Institute of Management and ResearchMumbai
SRM UniversityChennai
University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES)Dehradun
ITM Business SchoolMumbai
K J Somaiya Institute of ManagementMumbai
GITAM Hyderabad Business SchoolHyderabad
Indian School of Business (ISB)Hyderabad
SDA Bocconi Asia CenterMumbai
Masters Union School of BusinessGurgaon
Chitkara UniversityChandigarh
IILM UniversityGurgaon
Myra School of BusinessMysore

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Top B-Schools Outside India Accepting NMAT 2022 Scores

Name of the B-School

Location

Rhodes Business School

South Africa
University of South Africa (UNISA) Graduate School of Business LeadershipSouth Africa
Johannesburg Business School, University of JohannesburgSouth Africa
School of Business Administration, Arellano UniversityPhilippines
Virata School of Business, University of the PhilippinesPhilippines

De La Salle University - Dasmariñas

Philippines
Covenant UniversityNigeria
Lead City UniversityNigeria
Lagos Business SchoolNigeria

Africa Business School

Morocco

NMAT 2022 Contact Details

Address

GMAC India Office
Gurgaon, India

Phone

+91 120 4397830 

Important Dates

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FAQs about NMAT by GMAC

Are NMAT scores accepted in any foreign universities?

Yes. From 2018, some foreign universities in South Africa and the Philippines have started accepting the NMAT exam scores.

Which colleges accept the NMAT exam scores?

NMAT scores are accepted by NMIMS and many other prominent b-schools such as SPJIMR, SRM University, VIT University, IBS, Ansal University etc.

Does NMAT have any test centres outside of India?

Yes. NMAT has four test centres located outside India in Dhaka, Thimpu, Kathmandu and Colombo.

Where are the test centres for the NMAT exam located?

NMAT has test centres in many major cities across all zones of India. These include cities such as Delhi, Ahmedabad, Dehradun, Manipal, Mysore, Mumbai, Indore, Pune, Jammu, Shillong, Raipur etc.

What is the medium in which NMAT is conducted?

NMAT is conducted in English.

In which mode is NMAT exam conducted?

NMAT is a computer-based test (CBT) which is conducted in the online mode.

How many times can I take the NMAT in a year?

You can sit for the NMAT exam three times in a year. This includes your first attempt of the exam and the two retakes that are allowed by GMAC.

Do candidates get a limited number of attempts for NMAT?

No. NMAT can be taken by the candidates any number of times if they fulfil the eligibility criteria.

How many times does GMAC conduct the NMAT?

The NMAT exam is conducted by GMAC once every year.

Who conducts NMAT?

NMAT is conducted by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), a non-profit organization that also conducts the GMAT exam.

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