Top MBA Colleges in India Accepting NMAT Score

NMAT stands for Narsee Monjee Aptitude Test. This is an entrance exam to get admission into the Narsee Monjee Institute of Management. The exam was acquired by the Graduate Admission Council in 2015, and hence the NMAT is renamed by The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC). It is a computer-generated test by GMAC. It is an important national-level entrance test for MBA leading to MBA admissions in top MBA colleges. NMAT score is used by more than 30 MBA colleges accepting NMAT by GMAC score for MBA admission. Scheduled in a 75-day test window, the next NMAT exam will be held from the 2nd week of October 2024. More than 30 MBA Colleges including NMIMS Mumbai, SPJIMR Mumbai, ISB Hyderabad, ICFAI Business School, VIT Vellore, and XIM Bhubaneswar (for selected MBA programs) will accept NMAT scores for MBA admission. Being an independent and reputed exam, NMAT exam scores are accepted by MBA colleges that include University affiliated MBA colleges like NMIMS, ICFAI, Jindal Global University, and Specialized Programs offered by well-known private B-schools like SPJIMR and TAPMI, and some autonomous MBA colleges like SOIL Gurgaon.

NMAT Registration and Payment
Top Institutes accepting NMAT Scores
Frequently Asked Questions

NMAT Registration and Payment

Create an account on nmat.org using a valid email address.
Provide contact information, personal, educational, and work experience, the list of programs/schools to send scores, and the ID that you will use at the test centre. Indicate your interest in participating in a search service and agree to the terms and conditions.
Your name and date of birth that you enter on the registration form must exactly match the name and date of birth on your Photo and Signature ID.
Choose the schools to send your scores to under the "Schools Preference" section. Up to 5 programs/schools are included in your registration fee. An additional fee of INR 200 + applicable taxes will be applied for each program/school added to more than 5 programs/schools.
You must upload a photograph that bears a likeness to you and the photograph on your Photo ID. This photograph will be included on the admit card that you must bring.
Pay the test fee.
Once your payment is realized, your schedule exam option will be activated in your dashboard, so that you can go ahead and schedule your exam.
You will be able to download your admit card from your dashboard once the payment is realized.

Top Institutes accepting NMAT Scores

Institute	Location
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)	Indore
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)	Bangalore
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)	Shirpur
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)	Hyderabad
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)	Navi Mumbai
Xavier School of Human Resource Management	Bhubaneswar
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)	Mumbai
Xavier School of Rural Management	Bhubaneswar
SDA Bocconi Asia Center	Mumbai
K.J Somaiya Institute of Management	Mumbai
Jindal Global Business School	Delhi NCR
ISBR Bangalore - International School Of Business & Research	Bangalore
Jagdish Sheth School of Management-JAGSOM (Formerly known as IFIM)	Bangalore
BML Munjal University (BMU)	Delhi NCR
Xavier School of Sustainability	Bhubaneswar
Xavier Faculty of Management (Urban Management & Governance)	Bhubaneswar
ICFAI Business School (IBS)	Hyderabad and other locations
Shiv Nadar University	Greater Noida
Chitkara University	Chandigarh
Alliance University	Bangalore
VIT University	Vellore
Amity University	Noida
Institute of Management, JK University	Jaipur
Thapar School of Management	Patiala
Woxsen School of Business Management	Hyderabad
University of Petroleum & Energy Studies (UPES)	Dehradun
GITAM School of International Business	Visakhapatnam
Hyderabad Business School, GITAM University	Hyderabad
SRM University	Chennai
Mody University	Rajasthan
Ansal University	Gurgaon
Shoolini University	Solan

Frequently Asked Questions

Ques. Do all NMAT participating colleges have the same cutoff scores?
Ans. No, cutoff scores vary significantly between colleges, programs, and even years. Each college sets its own cutoff based on various factors including the number of applicants and the difficulty level of the exam.

Ques. What factors do colleges consider besides NMAT scores for admission?
Ans. Besides NMAT scores, colleges often consider:

Academic performance (undergraduate marks)
Work experience
Group discussions (GD)
Personal interviews (PI)
Written ability tests (WAT)
Extra-curricular activities

Ques. How can I apply to NMAT participating colleges?
Ans. After receiving your NMAT score, you need to apply separately to each participating college you are interested in. Visit the official websites of the colleges to find specific application procedures, deadlines, and requirements.

Ques. Is there a separate application fee for each NMAT participating college?
Ans. Yes, each college typically requires a separate application fee, which varies from one institution to another. Check the respective college's admission page for the exact fee details.

Ques. Can I apply to multiple programs within the same college using my NMAT score?
Ans. Yes, many colleges allow you to apply to multiple programs using your NMAT score. However, you may need to pay separate application fees for each program.

Ques. Are there any specific eligibility criteria for NMAT participating colleges?
Ans. While the basic eligibility for NMAT is a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks, some colleges might have additional or specific requirements such as minimum work experience or specific academic backgrounds. Always check the individual college's eligibility criteria.

Ques. How can I find out the NMAT cutoffs for participating colleges?
Ans. Cutoffs are usually published on the official websites of the participating colleges. They may also be available on the NMAT by GMAC website. Keep checking these sources for the most up-to-date information.

Ques. What should I do if my NMAT score is below the cutoff for my desired college?
Ans. If your NMAT score is below the cutoff, consider applying to other colleges where your score meets the criteria. You can also explore other entrance exams or improve your score by taking the NMAT retake if within the test window.