NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age limit & Educational Qualification

Overview: The NMAT 2026 exam is scheduled for 5 November 2026. Before gearing up for the NMAT exam, the preliminary step is to ensure you meet the NMAT eligibility criteria for the colleges you are targeting.

Important Events of NMAT 2026 Entrance Exam:

• The NMAT registration starting date is 1st Aug 2026 (Expected)
• The last date to register is 10th Oct 2026 (Expected)
• The NMAT exam 2026 will be conducted in 79 cities across the country.

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• The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) conducts the Narsee Monjee Aptitude Test (NMAT 2026).
• NMAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria is all about educational qualifications, percentile, age limit, nationality, and more.
• To be eligible for the NMAT exam 2026, you must have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks.

Read on to get the complete information regarding the NMAT eligibility criteria 2026!

What are the Important Dates for NMAT Exam 2026?

The Narsee Monjee Aptitude Test or NMAT is an MBA entrance exam conducted for admission to premier business schools in India and abroad.

The Graduate Management Admission Council conducts it every year within a testing window. 

NMAT eligibility requires candidates to hold a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks, making it accessible to a wide range of aspiring management students.

Event	Start Date	End Date
NMAT 2026 Registration	Friday, 1st August, 2026 (Tentative)	Friday, 10th October, 2026 (Tentative)
NMAT Scheduling Date	Friday, 1st August, 2026(Tentative)	Tuesday, 14th October 2026 (Tentative)
NMAT Rescheduling Date	Friday, 1st August, 2026 (Tentative)	Tuesday, 16th December, 2026 (Tentative)
NMAT Exam Delivery	Wednesday, 5th November, 2026 (Tentative)	Friday, 19th December, 2026 (Tentative)
NMAT Retake - Registration	Thursday, 6th November, 2026 (Tentative)	Tuesday, 16th December, 2026 (Tentative)
NMAT Retake - Scheduling	Thursday, 6th November, 2026 (Tentative)	Tuesday, 16th December, 2026 (Tentative)

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NMAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria as Per B-School Requirements

The NMAT eligibility criteria vary based on the admission criteria of top B-Schools. Some fundamental parameters are listed below for your reference:

• To satisfy the NMAT exam eligibility criteria, a 3-year bachelor's degree in any discipline is required.
• Graduation marks should meet the minimum percentage or equivalent CGPA requirements of the MBA college accepting NMAT Scores.
• Candidates still in their final year of graduation can apply, but must provide a passing certificate at the time of admission.
• Those who have completed a professional degree or are awaiting results can apply.
• Age is not a factor for candidates applying for NMAT by GMAC^TM.
• Meeting the minimum eligibility criteria for the NMAT exam does not guarantee consideration for shortlisting by the B-School to which you have applied.

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NMIMS NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

Here are the NMAT eligibility criteria for different courses for 2026

NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026: MBA Mumbai / Indore / Jadcherla (Hyderabad) / Navi Mumbai / Bengaluru

Eligibility Criteria	Details
Qualification	Bachelor's Degree in any domain from a certified educational institution
Minimum Marks	50% in aggregate
Work Experience	Minimum of 2 years of industry experience is desirable

NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026: MBA HR, Mumbai

Eligibility Criteria	Details
Qualification	Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a certified educational institution
Minimum Marks	50% in aggregate
Work Experience	Minimum of 2 years of industry experience desirable

NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026: MBA Pharmaceutical Management, Mumbai

Eligibility Criteria	Details
Qualification	Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Medical Technology, Biotechnology, MBBS, BHMS, BDS, BAMS, Food Nutrition & Dietetics, Pharmaceutical & Fine Chemicals Technology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Microbiology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, B.Tech/B.E. (Bio-Tech or Bio-Medical)
Minimum Marks	50% in aggregate
Work Experience	Work experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare sectors preferred (if qualification criteria are met)

NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026: MBA Digital Transformation, Mumbai

Eligibility Criteria	Details
Qualification	Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (any stream), B.Sc. (IT/Electronics/Computer Science/Maths/Physics), MCA, or any other graduate degree with Mathematics as a mandatory subject
Minimum Marks	50% in aggregate
Work Experience	A minimum of 2 years of industry experience is desirable

NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026: MBA Business Analytics

Eligibility Criteria	Details
Qualification	Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Engineering, Economics, or Commerce
Minimum Marks	50% in aggregate
Work Experience	A minimum of 2 years of industry experience is desirable
Compulsory Subject	Mathematics/Statistics

• International Students must have a bachelor’s degree from a certified educational institution in any domain.
• It is essential to score at least 50% marks in the aggregate.
• Age is not a factor for international students applying for NMAT by GMAC^TM.
• International students from non-English-speaking countries must be proficient in English and submit an IELTS or TOEFL score.

NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026 - Reservation Policy

It is important to note that each university has its own reservation policy, and the criteria for reservation in MBA/PGDM admissions through NMAT may vary.

Therefore, it is advisable to verify these NMAT 2026 eligibility criteria on the official websites of respective universities or colleges before starting the application process.

Read more | NMAT 2026 Marking Schema

Conclusion

The NMAT Eligibility Criteria guarantee that only candidates with the essential skills and aptitude to thrive in a competitive environment appear for the exam.

All the NMAT-accepting colleges have their respective admission criteria. Therefore, it is necessary to clearly understand the eligibility criteria for the NMAT exam before applying.

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