Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) has started the online registration process for NMAT by GMAC 2026 (NMIMS Management Aptitude Test) on 20 August 2026. NMAT is a national-level computer-adaptive entrance test accepted by NMIMS University and 58+ leading business schools across India for admission to MBA / PGDM programmes. Eligible graduates and final-year bachelor’s degree students can register online through mba.com until 10 October 2026. The examination delivery window is scheduled from 02 November 2026 to 20 December 2026.
Important Dates
| Online Registration Start Date | 20 August 2026 |
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| Last Date for Registration | 10 October 2026 |
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| Exam Scheduling Window | 20 August to 22 October 2026 |
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| Exam Delivery Window | 02 November to 20 December 2026 |
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| Retake Registration | During the Testing Window |
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| Scorecard Release | Within 48 Hours of Exam |
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Exam Summary
| Conducting Body | GMAC (Graduate Management Admission Council) |
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| Exam Level | National Level MBA Entrance |
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| Attempts Permitted | Up to 3 Attempts (1 Main + 2 Retakes) |
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| Mode of Exam | Computer-Adaptive Test (Test Center / Online Proctored) |
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Eligibility / Qualification
| Bachelor’s Degree | Minimum 3-Year Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University with at least 50% aggregate marks. |
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| Appearing Candidates | Final-year graduation students are eligible to apply provisionally. |
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| Age Limit | No Age Bar for appearing in NMAT by GMAC. |
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Top Participating B-Schools
- SVKM’s NMIMS Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Navi Mumbai, Indore.
- K J Somaiya Institute of Management, Mumbai.
- XIM University, Bhubaneswar (School of Human Resource Management).
- TAPMI Manipal, SDA Bocconi Asia Center, SPJIMR, etc.
NMAT by GMAC 2026: Exam Pattern Overview (108 Questions)
| Section / Skill Assessed | Number of Questions | Time Allotted | Score Range |
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| Language Skills (Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension) | 36 Questions | 28 Minutes | 12 - 120 Marks |
| Quantitative Skills (Maths & Data Interpretation) | 36 Questions | 52 Minutes | 12 - 120 Marks |
| Logical Reasoning | 36 Questions | 40 Minutes | 12 - 120 Marks |
| Total NMAT Exam Scheme | 108 Questions (120 Mins / 2 Hours) | 36 - 360 Marks |
| *No Negative Marking: Candidates can choose the section order of preference at the start of the test. |
How to Register Online for NMAT by GMAC 2026
- Visit the official GMAC portal - mba.com/exams/nmat or register.nmat.org.
- Click on “Register for NMAT by GMAC 2026” and create your candidate account with your email ID and mobile number.
- Log in to access the NMAT application form.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications (Graduation, 10th & 12th marks), and work experience (if any).
- Select up to 5 participating B-school programmes (included in the registration fee).
- Upload required scanned passport-size photograph and valid photo ID proof.
- Pay the registration fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI gateway.
- After successful payment, schedule your examination date, test slot, and test centre location (or online proctored mode).
- Download the confirmation page and Admit Card before your scheduled test date.
Important Links
Before Checking Result
Please verify the official website, roll number details, date of birth format, and scorecard instructions before downloading or using the result.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
