NMAT is an exam conducted by GMAC to get admissions into Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) and some other top ranked private colleges. NMAT exam is known to be one of the most prestigious exams for management courses in India. The NMAT exam is held every year from October to December and this year it is conducted from 5th November, 2024 to 20th, December 2024 . Apart from NMIMS, NMAT exam marks are also used for admissions in Xavier University Bhubaneswar, GITAM School of International Business Vizag, IBS Hyderabad, etc. For those who are interested to apply for NMAT here is the NMAT Syllabus 2024.
NMAT exam notification will be out in August 2024 and registration will Start from 1st, August 2024 to 10th, October 2024. NMAT exam will start from 5th November, 2024 to 20th, December 2024 .. After the results are out in January 2025 then interview session will start for 2025 admission batch. For those who have planned to go for NMAT exams it is important to know what pattern is followed in exam papers.
Let us take you through some important aspects related to the NMAT Exam Pattern 2024.
What is the Syllabus for NMAT 2024
NMAT Syllabus 2024 contains three sections – Language Skill, Quantitative skills and Logical Reasoning. Each section has marks allotted and a total of 108 questions are asked for which 120 minutes are allotted. There is no minus marking for wrong answer and one marks for each correct answer. Each section has a particular number of question allotted with a definite time. The candidate is not allowed to change section in middle and they have to attend each section one by one though they can choose the section sequence in advance.
| Section | Number of Question | Time Allotted for each sec |
| Language Skills | 36 | 28 |
| Quantitative skills | 36 | 52 |
| Logical Reasoning | 36 | 40 |
| Total | 108 | 120 |
It is important to attend all three section as the cutoff will be decided using marks from each section rather than counting whole marks by combining all three.
NMAT Exam Syllabus 2024: Sectional Weightage
The table below indicates the sectional time limit followed as per the NMAT exam pattern 2024:
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Sections |
Number of Questions |
Score Range |
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Language Skills |
36 |
12-120 |
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Quantitative Skills |
36 |
12-120 |
|
Logical Reasoning |
36 |
12-120 |
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Total |
108 |
36-360 |
NMAT Syllabus for Language Skills
This section evaluates your proficiency in written and spoken English. It assesses your ability in the following topics:
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Reading Comprehension |
English Grammar & Vocabulary |
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English Usage |
Fill in the Blanks |
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Synonyms & Antonyms |
Idioms, Phrases, Clauses |
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Sentence Error/Correction |
Word Meaning |
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Para jumbles |
Statement correction |
NMAT Syllabus for Quantitative Skills
This section measures your quantitative aptitude and problem-solving abilities. It assesses your skills in the following subjects:
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Algebra (Linear/Quadratic Equation) |
Number Systems |
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Quantitative Skills |
Percentage |
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Trigonometry |
Ratio/Proportion |
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Line graph, Bar graph, Pie Charts, Tables |
Profit and Loss |
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Arithmetic |
Average |
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2D and 3D Geometry, and Statistics |
Time, Speed, and Distance |
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Modern Math |
Work/Time |
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Mixture & Solution |
Simple/Compound interest |
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Mensuration |
Permutations and Combinations |
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Probability |
Coordinate Geometry |
NMAT Syllabus for Logical Reasoning
This section assesses your analytical and critical thinking skills. It tests your ability in the below-mentioned areas.
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Coding & Decoding |
Numeric Grid |
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Series |
Critical Reasoning |
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Strong Arguments and Weak Arguments |
Calendars |
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Multi-dimensional arrangements |
Syllogisms |
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Puzzles |
Statement Conclusions |
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Arrangement |
Course of Action |
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Family tree |
Blood Relations |
How is the NMAT exam different from the other exams?
NMAT difficulty level is more moderate than other entrance tests, but it isn’t easy to crack. Entrance exams like the CAT are non-adaptive tests. But NMAT is a computer-based adaptive test, which means you are asked questions in the 2nd/3rd attempt based on the performance in the first attempt.
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Features |
NMAT |
GMAT |
CAT |
SNAP |
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No. of Questions |
108 |
80 |
66 |
60 |
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Format |
Computer-Adaptive test, |
Computer-Adaptive Test |
Computer-Based Test |
Computer-Based Test |
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Test length |
120 Minutes |
187Minutes |
120 Minutes |
60 Minutes |
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Question types |
Multiple Choice |
Multiple Choice + Non-multiple Choice |
Multiple Choice + Non-multiple Choice |
Multiple Choice |
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Skills Tested |
Language Skills, Quantitative Skills, Logical Reasoning |
Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, Data Insights |
Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Ability. |
General English, (Combines Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation, and Data Sufficiency), Analytical and Logical Reasoning. |
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Score Range |
360 |
205-805 |
198 |
60 |
|
Length of Score Validity |
1 Year |
5 years |
1 Year |
1 Year |
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Attempts Allowed |
3 Attempts within the test window |
5 Attempts in a Year |
No Limit |
3 Attempts in a Year |
Does CAT and NMAT have the same syllabus?
No. They don‘t have the same syllabus. NMAT maintains a moderate difficulty level and CAT maintains a high difficulty level due to its extensive syllabus.
Both exam's syllabus constitutes three sections,
CAT exam: Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR) and Quantitative Ability (QA).
NMAT exam: Quantitative Skills, Logical Reasoning, and Language Skills.
Can I clear NMAT in one month?
No. You can’t clear NMAT in one month unless you are a genius. However, preparation in other entrance exams can be advantageous. But, if you don't succeed on your first try, you still have two more attempts within the 70 to 90-day testing window.