NMAT by GMAC is an entrance exam conducted by GMAC that also owns the GMAT exam. NMAT scores are accepted by some of the leading business schools in India, Morocco, South Africa, the Philippines, Hungary, and Nigeria.
In India alone, more than 30 institutes provide admission to their management courses, on the basis of NMAT scores. Among these, NMIMS is undoubtedly the most sought-after institute. Here, we present list of top NMAT-accepting institutes of India. Moreover, renowned institutes such as S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research (Global Management Programme), T.A. Pai Management Institute (All MBA programmes), Flame University (MBA, MBA in Communication Management), Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab (MBA) announced that they will be accepting the NMAT by GMAC score for admission in their respective programmes.
NMAT 2026
NMAT is scheduled for a test window from November 2 to December 20, 2026. After the completion of the specified test window, the final percentile of the candidates is sent to the participating institutes. The candidates are shortlisted as per the
NMAT cut-off scores and thereafter, appear for the subsequent selection processes (group/case discussion, personal interview, etc.).
NMAT 2026 Exam Overview
This table provides key details about the NMAT 2026 exam, including dates, modes, and attempts. It helps candidates understand the exam structure.
| NMAT 2026 Exam Overview |
| Exam Conducting Body |
GMAC (Graduate Management Admission Council) |
| Exam Dates |
November 02, 2026 – December 20, 2026 |
| Exam Modes |
Computer-based (test centres) or online-proctored (home) |
| Attempts Allowed |
Up to 3 attempts (15 days between retakes) |
Top MBA Colleges Accepting NMAT by GMAC:
Listed below are the top institutes along with their programmes and placement statistics:
| MBA college |
Programmes Offered |
Average Placement (Rs. in lakhs) |
| SP Jain Institute of Management & Research |
PGPMW |
26 |
| SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS Mumbai) |
MBA, MBA HR, etc. |
18 |
| Xavier University |
Specialized MBA |
15.4 |
| ICFAI Business School (IBS Hyderabad) |
MBA |
7.88 |
| VIT Business School (VIT) Vellore |
MBA |
6.39 |
| SRM University Chennai: SRM School of Management |
MBA |
7 |
| SDA Bocconi Asia Center, Mumbai |
IMB |
11 |
| Chitkara University |
MBA |
7 |
| ITM Navi Mumbai: ITM Group of Institutions |
PGDM |
8.5 |
BSE Institute Ltd,
Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad |
Specialized PGDM |
5 |
| Shiv Nadar MBA: School of Management and Entrepreneurship Greater Noida |
MBA |
8.70 |
| WOXSEN Hyderabad: WOXSEN School of Business |
PGDM |
7.90 |
| Amity University, Noida (Delhi NCR) |
MBA |
4.5 |
| LM Thapar School of Management, Derabassi |
MBA |
7 |
| University of Petroleum & Energy Studies (UPES) |
MBA |
5.48 |
| BML Munjal University, BMU Gurgaon |
MBA |
7.00 |
| Mody University: College of Business Management Economics And Commerce - COBMEC |
MBA |
3.05 |
| GITAM Deemed to be University, Visakhapatnam |
MBA |
4.00 |
| Hyderabad Business School |
MBA (Dual Specialization) |
NA |
| Amrut Mody School of Management, Ahmedabad University, |
MBA/MMS |
3.64 |
| Bennett University Greater Noida, Delhi NCR |
MBA |
NA |
| Jindal Global Business school – Sonepat, Delhi/NCR |
MBA |
7.5 |
NMAT 2026 FAQs
Below are answers to frequently asked questions about NMAT 2026, covering cut-offs, eligibility, exam pattern, attempts, and fees to help candidates prepare effectively.
- What is the NMAT cut-off for NMIMS 2026?
For NMIMS Mumbai (Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies), the official minimum NMAT cut-off for the 2026 admission cycle was 209 out of 360, with a sectional cut-off of around 60 in each section. This cut-off applied to most MBA programmes across NMIMS campuses, while the Pharmaceutical Management programme had a lower cut-off of 190. The cut-off had dropped from the earlier 230+ range
- Who is eligible for NMAT 2026?
Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks from a recognized university; final-year students eligible, no age/work experience limit.
- What is the NMAT 2026 exam pattern?
108 questions, 120 minutes; Language Skills (36), Quantitative Skills (36), Logical Reasoning (36); no negative marking.
- How many attempts are allowed for NMAT 2026?
Three attempts within the testing window, with 15 days between retakes; best score considered.
- What is the NMAT 2026 registration fee?
The NMAT 2026 registration fee is INR 3,000 plus applicable taxes. The same fee of INR 3,000 plus taxes applies for each retake. Candidates who wish to reschedule their exam slot need to pay INR 1,200 plus applicable taxes. Additional score reports beyond the first five cost INR 400 per report plus taxes. These fees are as per the official NMAT by GMAC website (mba.com)
Apart from the above-stated, there are many more colleges that accept NMAT. You can checkout the entire list at the official NMAT site.
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