GMAC has introduced certain changes in NMAT exam structure and scoring pattern to make it more aligned with other MBA entrance exams like CAT, CMAT, etc., and at the same time make it better structured with more time allocation for attempting fewer questions. However, candidates must note that no major changes have been made in NMAT 2021 Syllabus. NMAT 2021 will be conducted for 75 days from October 14 to December 27, 2021. Check NMAT 2021 Exam Dates
As per the revised NMAT paper pattern 2021, candidates will be given 28, 52, and 40 minutes respectively to attempt 36 questions each in the Language Skills, Quantitative Aptitude, and Logical Reasoning sections.
NMAT by GMAC is among the country's top MBA entrance exams that NMIMS University Mumbai accepts for its 2-year flagship MBA program. Several private universities like VIT Vellore, ICFAI Hyderabad University, Shiv Nadar University Greater Noida, UPES Dehradun, LM Thapar University Chandigarh consider NMAT for their flagship MBA program. Leading b-schools such as ISB, SPJIMR, and XIMB also accept NMAT for their specialist programs. NMAT 2021 Registration window will be open from August 3 to November 10, 2021. Check NMAT 2021 Registration Fee & Process
Refer to the article below to make yourself familiar with the changes introduced in NMAT 2021 by GMAC, the exam conducting body.
Exam Name | NMIMS Management Aptitude Test (NMAT) |
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Conducting Authority | Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) |
Exam Level | National level |
Exam Window | 75 days window examination (Maximum of three attempts permitted) |
Mode of Exam | Online |
Date of NMAT by GMAC exam 2021 | October 14 to December 27, 2021 |
Medium of Exam | English |
Type of Questions | MCQs |
Participating Institutes | 60 + Institutes from India, South Africa, Nigeria, Philippines |
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GMAC acquired NMAT from NMIMS in 2015 to attract a more diverse pool of candidates. It evolved from pen paper-based tests to computer-based tests and being more aspirant friendly. Since then no major changes were witnessed in NMAT. Here is a complete list of changes introduced in the exam from exam structure, time duration. registration window to the scoring pattern.
The pattern of NMAT has changed considerably. GMAC introduced a few changes last year and these changes will remain effective this year as well. As per these changes, NMAT 2021 exam would have fewer questions. All of the questions will be divided equally into three sections. The sectional time limit for all the sections has been changed. NMAT 2021 will have only 108 questions to be attempted in the same exam duration of 120 minutes.
The significant changes in the NMAT Exam Pattern 2021 compared with the last 2 years are tabulated below:
Particulars | NMAT 2021 | NMAT 2020 | NMAT 2019 |
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Total Number of Questions | 108 | 108 | 120 |
Test Period | 2 Hours | 2 Hours | 2 Hours |
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Even though NMAT 2021 will contain the same three sections, the number of questions asked in every section will remain as per the changes introduced by GMAC in 2020:
Sectional Composition of NMAT | Number of Questions in NMAT 2020 | Number of questions in NMAT 2019 |
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Section 1: Language Skills Section | 36 | 32 |
Section 2: Logical Reasoning | 36 | 40 |
Section 3: Quantitative Skills | 36 | 48 |
Total | 108 | 120 |
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Apart from the number of questions asked in each section, the time period allotted to answer each section has also been changed in 2020.
Sectional Composition of NMAT | Sectional Time Duration in NMAT 2020 | Sectional Time Duration in NMAT 2019 |
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Section 1: Language Skills Section | 28 Minutes | 22 Minutes |
Section 2: Logical Reasoning | 40 Minutes | 38 Minutes |
Section 3: Quantitative Skills | 52 Minutes | 60 Minutes |
Total Duration | 120 Minutes | 120 minutes |
NMAT registration window was over 3 months long for the previous NMAT exams. In 2020, the registration window was lessened to a period of only 2 months. However, for NMAT 2021, the application window will be open for more than 3 months due to the COVID-19 pandemic situation.
Registration for NMAT | NMAT 2021 | NMAT 2020 | NMAT 2019 |
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Registration Window | August 3 to November 10, 2021 | September 14 to November 30, 2020 | July 2 to October 3, 2019 |
Major Change | More than 3 months | Reduced to around 2 Months | 3 Months |
NMAT 2021 has a scaled score within the range of 36 to 360 overall and 12 to 120 for every section. Previously, the score range would vary for every section. Now, it is more streamlined. The scaled score pattern for sectional and overall parameters of NMAT 2021 are given below:
Section of NMAT 2020 | Score Range |
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Section 1: Language Skills | 12-120 |
Section 2: Logical Reasoning | 12-120 |
Section 3: Quantitative Skills | 12-120 |
Total Scaled Score Range | 36-360 |
Read How are NMAT Scaled Scores Calculated
GMAC, the administering agency of the NMAT exam, published the calculation procedure for the scaled score as follows:
While the overall results of the NMAT 2021 will be tentatively released in January 2022, you can review your scorecard immediately after answering the test.
Given below are the candidate-friendly changes introduced by GMAC with regard to NMAT 2021 declaration of results and downloading of the scorecard:
While much has been modified in NMAT 2021, certain procedural aspects have been kept unchanged except for NMAT registration fee.
Ques: When will the registration for NMAT 2021 start?
Ans: The registration for NMAT 2021 exam has begun on August 3, 2021.
Ques: What changes have been made in the NMAC 2021 exam pattern?
Ans: The changes made in NMAT 2021 exam pattern are - the number of questions is reduced to 108 and the number of questions in the quantitative skills section has been reduced to 36. The sectional time limit for language skills is 28 minutes, logical reasoning is 40 minutes, and quantitative skills is 52 minutes.
Ques: Is there any age limit to apply for NMAT 2021?
Ans: According to the eligibility criteria released by GMAC for NMAT, there is no age limit to apply for NMAT 2021.
Ques: When is NMAT 2021 going to be held?
Ans: As per the notification released by GMAC, NMAT 2021 exam will be held from October 14 to December 27, 2021, for 75 days.
Ques: How many times can I attempt NMAT 2021?
Ans: NMAT 2021 can be attempted a maximum of three times a year.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.