What is NMAT?
NMAT (National Management Aptitude Test) is a national-level entrance exam for admission to various management programs. It is conducted by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) and is widely accepted by top management institutes in India and abroad. The exam is designed to assess the candidate’s quantitative, verbal, and logical reasoning skills. NMAT is conducted once a year.
NMAT is a computer-based test that has been designed to assess the skills and knowledge required for management education. The exam has a flexible test window, which allows students to schedule their exam based on their convenience within the given time period.
What is the structure of NMAT?
NMAT is a computer-based test consisting of three sections: Language Skills, Quantitative Skills, and Logical Reasoning. The test is designed to evaluate your skills in various management-related subjects. The exam is conducted in a time limit of 120 minutes, with no sectional time limits. The test structure remains the same every year. Below is the updated
NMAT Exam Pattern 2025:
NMAT Exam Pattern 2025
Sections |
Number of questions |
Marks |
Language Skills |
36 |
360 |
Quantitative Skills |
36 |
360 |
Logical Reasoning |
36 |
360 |
Total |
108 |
1080 |
As illustrated above, NMAT consists of three key sections that are important for management aspirants. It is an essential exam for pursuing MBA in India and abroad. The marking scheme and structure are consistent every year.
- All questions in NMAT are multiple-choice type, with four answer choices each.
- Each correct answer carries 3 marks.
- No negative marking for incorrect answers.
- There are no sectional time limits in NMAT, so you can choose to attempt sections in any order.