NMAT 2015 consists of 3 sections i.e. Language Skills, Quantitative Skills and Logical Skills. NMAT has sectional as well as overall cut-off so candidates need to perform well in all the three sections to get shortlisted.
NMAT is a Computer Based Test of 120 min. Since there is no negative marking, candidates should focus on Speed and Accuracy. Start practice from N.C.E.R.T Books for understanding the basics. Toppers have suggested tpreparing in January in clearing doubts and learning the basics is beneficial.
This section is of moderate in nature. It includes 2 Reading Comprehension questions and most of the candidates feel difficult to complete this part. Also the questions are framed on English Usage. There are some important points, aspirants must remember while taking up Language part:
This section is of moderate to difficulty level. There will be 40 questions and candidates must attempt 25 questions to crack the exam.
There will be 20-30 questions from Mathematical Reasoning, 10-15 questions from Verbal Reasoning, 5-10 questions from Critical Reasoning and 1-5 questions from Linear Arrangement, Circular arrangements, Distribution, Comparison, Blood Relation, Venn Diagram, Coding/Decoding, Calendars, Visual Reasoning, Syllogism, Strong week argument and Statement Conclusion.
Following points should be taken into consideration for Logical Reasoning Preparation:
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This section is also moderate to tough in nature. There will be 48 questions and candidates may score for the merit list by solving 30 questions. This section includes Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency questions. Data Interpretation questions are quite time consuming.
1-5 questions are framed from Number System, BODMAS/Ratio and Proportion, Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest, Average/Mixture, Time/Speed/Distance etc. 10-20 questions are framed from Number System, Algebra, DI/DS
Following points help in preparing for Quantitative part:
NMAT is conducted over a period of three months .The level of difficulty in NMAT paper may vary from year to year but there is not much change in the question pattern. Candidates may crack this exam with sincere preparation. Daily study of 4 hours is sufficient for preparing for the exam. Candidates should follow some preparation tips to crack NMAT 2015:
Focus on weak Areas:
Put effort to improve Problem Areas by practicing through solved papers firstly and then through unsolved paper. Try to solve 20-30 questions on daily basis to improve weak areas and clear basics
Select the section sequence carefully:
Always start with strongest section to the weakest as it would save lots of time, develop confidence.
Prepare Notes:
Make your own notes and revise them few days before the exam and can save much of your time. Write down important formulae, tips, tricks and techniques in a separate notebook. Revise your notes in free time so that it is easy to recall at the time of exam.
Have your concept clear:
Candidates should be clear with the concept. The clearer they will be, the easier you will find to sail through. Set a Study minimum deadline to solve a number of questions. Try to solve questions within the set time frame.
Refresh your mind:
Refresh your mind by taking short intervals, do some recreational activities.
Books | Author |
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Chand A Complete Kit for MBA Entrance Examinations | Sanjeev Verma & J.K. Gangal |
S.Chand Quantitative Aptitude For Competitive Examinations | R. S. Aggarwal |
S.Chand Objective General English 10,000 Plus Questions | R.S. Aggarwal & Vikas Aggarwal |
TMH Quantitative Aptitude for MBA Entrance Examinations | Abhijit Guha |
Pearson Quantitative Aptitude For CAT And Other MBA Entrance Exams | Time |
TMH Quantitative Aptitude For Mba Entrance Examinations | Guha |
S Chand Modern APP. To Logical Reasoning | Agarwal, R.S |
Ramesh Logical and Analytical Reasoning | A. K. Gupta |
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.