NMAT Exam Date 2025: Check Registration Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus & Pattern

Overview: The NMAT exam date for 2026 is expected to be scheduled for November 5, 2026. The registration window has also been announced, along with the exam date; it will be live from August 1, 2026.

The National Management Aptitude Test is the national-level MBA entrance exam that opens doors to the top B schools. The NMAT exam gives you the option to choose the date and the venue during the exam window.

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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.

Now that the NMAT exam date of 2026 has been officially announced, you must learn all the important NMAT 2026 exam dates. Let's begin!

What is the NMAT Exam 2026?

• The Narsee Monjee Aptitude Test (NMAT) is a computer-based test held in 73 cities across India.
• The NMAT exam opens up a wide range of opportunities. Its scores are considered for admission to over 50+ top B-schools in India, South Africa, the Philippines, Nigeria, and Morocco.
• Over 75,000 students take the NMAT exam each year, which is considered one of the friendliest MBA entrance exams.
• A candidate can appear three times for NMAT each year, including the first attempt and two retakes.
• The NMAT exam can be taken at home or at test centres, at the candidate's choice.

With the NMAT 2026 exam date released, you control your schedule. You can easily schedule your exam dates and locations online based on your preferences and availability.

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What is the NMAT Exam Date and Schedule for 2026?

Check the important NMAT exam date 2026 as per GMAC official guidelines:

Event	Start Date	End Date
NMAT 2026 Registration	First Week of August, 2026	Second Week of October, 2026
NMAT Scheduling Date	First Week of August, 2026	Second Week of October, 2026
NMAT Rescheduling Date	First Week of August, 2026	Second Week of December, 2026
NMAT Exam Delivery	First week of November, 2026	Third week of December, 2026
NMAT Retake - Registration	First week of November, 2026	Third week of December, 2026
NMAT Retake - Scheduling	First week of November, 2026	Third week of December, 2026

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What are the NMAT Exam Fees 2026?

After the official announcement of the NMAT exam date 2024, the next step is to register for the exam starting August 1, 2024. The registration form fees you must pay to complete the process are listed below.

Test Registration	INR 3000 + applicable taxes
Retake	INR 3000 + applicable taxes
Additional Score Reports (beyond the first five)	INR 400 per Score Report + applicable taxes
Reschedule	INR 1200 + applicable taxes

NMAT Exam Eligibility Criteria 2026

Now that the NMAT exam date 2026 has been released, you must meet the NMAT 2026 eligibility criteria set by the conducting body. The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) has set the following eligibility requirements for the NMAT exam:

Eligibility Criteria	Details
Age	There is no maximum age limit for appearing for the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) NMAT exam.
Educational Qualifications	Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree (10+2+3/4) and have a graduation score of at least 50%. Candidates in their final year of graduation can also apply. However, their admission will be provisional until they submit their graduation mark sheet.
Work Experience	No minimum work experience is required to apply for the GMAC NMAT Exam. Thus, freshers can also apply for the NMAT Exam date 2026. However, 2-3 years of work experience gives a candidate an edge during the selection process.
Reservation Policy	The GMAC follows no reservation policy; thus, the exam fee is the same. However, colleges that accept NMAT scores might admit based on reservation policies.

Candidates must note that the NMAT exam registration and the NMAT score-accepting college application process are two separate steps.

Hence, the eligibility requirements for each college differ, and candidates must check the eligibility requirements of the colleges and programs they wish to be admitted to, along with the NMAT date, on each college's official website.

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NMAT Exam 2026 Registration and Scheduling

To register for the NMIMS NMAT exam date 2026, follow these steps:

✅Click 'Register for NMAT by GMAC™' on mba.com/nmat to create an account. Use a valid email to create this account, as all further communications will be made through it.

✅Complete the details under the tab 'Manage NMAT Profile'. 

✅Verify your email address. If you cannot find the verification mail in your inbox, check the spam folder or select the "Resend Email Verification" button.

✅After verification, select the "NMAT by GMAC™ Dashboard" button on the mba.com/nmat page to access the Candidate Dashboard.

✅Complete the application form by filling in all your details. 

✅Select the five colleges you want to send your scores to for admission. To select more than 5 colleges, students must pay an INR 400 fee + applicable taxes for each additional school selected.

✅Upload your photograph, which should not be older than six months

✅Submit the fees and complete your registration process.

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Conclusion

The NMAT exam offers many options to an MBA aspirant, including admission to top B schools in India and other parts of the world.

It is crucial for any candidate to be aware of the NMAT 2026 exam date and other relevant dates to stay informed.

Stay informed about the latest NMAT exam date, 2024, the registration process, and eligibility criteria to make the most of your application.

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