NMAT Exam Day Instructions 2026 Do's & Don't Check List

Overview: The NMAT exam 2026 is going on from 5th November 2026 and will be conducted till 20th December 2026. Here are the NMAT exam day instructions to remember on D-day! 

The National Management Aptitude Test 2026 is underway, and MBA aspirants must always look for the NMAT test day checklist.

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This NMAT test day guideline will help you know what to carry and what not to bring on the main exam day at the NMAT exam centre.

Continue reading to get the details on what should be taken on the NMAT exam day with us!

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NMAT 2026 Exam Day Guideline-Dos 

Although the NMAT exam admit card mentioned the details about the do’s and don’ts, here is the easy version of the essential instructions:

✅NMAT 2026 Admit Card/ NMAT Hall Ticket 

The first document to carry on the NMAT exam day is the NMAT 2026 admit card. After registering for the test, candidates can download the Hall ticket from the official website.

Once you get your NMAT admit card, ensure to check the details whether they are correct or not like:

• Your registration number
• Your name 
• Time of test 
• NMAT centre details

After checking all the details, ensure that you keep the NMAT admit card in the bag the night before the exam to avoid a last-minute rush.

✅Ensure to Check the NMAT Test Centre Location Beforehand:

Since NMAT 2026 is conducted at various centres across the country, it is important to reach the mentioned centre beforehand. 

You can check the test centre's location on Google Maps to see how long it takes to get there. This will also help you determine traffic status and available routes, and plan accordingly.

Also Read | NMAT 2026 Exam Pattern

✅Government Photo Identity Proof

Do not forget to bring your photo ID proof that contains your signature to the NMAT exam centre. You can carry the following documents: Aadhar card, Voter ID, PAN Car,d etc. 

Without ID proof, you will not be allowed to enter the exam centre; thus, ensure that you keep it for the main day.

✅ Avoid Carrying Electronic Gadgets

Candidates should not bring any electronic devices, such as calculators, smartwatches, smartphones, or Bluetooth devices, to the exam centre. If you accidentally bring one, it will be taken away at the entrance.

✅Keep Personal Belongings Inside Locker

Although it is best not to bring any expensive or valuable items to the centre except the ones mentioned, if you have bought them, you must store them or your personal belongings in the designated locker at the test centre.

✅Check the Seating Arrangement

Once you reach the NMAT exam centre, the next instruction is to look for your seating arrangement. Match your registration number to the allotted room, then proceed. The invigilators can even ask for the attendance sheet to mark, thus ensuring they do the same.

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Documents to Carry On the NMAT Exam Day 2026

The candidates applying for the NAMT 2026 exam need to arrange the following documents on the main exam day:

✅NMAT Exam Confirmation Email

You can bring the confirmation email issued by GMAC for NMAT and take a printout to present on the main exam day.

✅NMAT 2026 Hall Ticket

This is your entry pass for the NMAT 2026 exam. Take at least 2 copies of the NMAT admit card for the D-day.

✅ Photo ID Proof

Candidates must show one valid, original, non-expired photo ID that includes their name and photograph. Accepted forms of ID are:

• Government-issued Passport
• PAN Card
• Voter ID Card
• UID/Aadhaar Card

Read More| NMAT Exam Eligiblity Criteria

Things to Avoid as Per NMAT Exam Day Instruction 2026

 After knowing the NMAT exam day instructions, there are some more points to check out that you should not do on the exam day:

✅ Don’t Sign Your Admit Card

Your NMAT admit card clearly provides space for your signature, but wait, and do not sign it before the exam. The invigilator will tell you when to sign and where to sign.

✅ Do Not Bring an Electronic Device

The NMAT 2026 exam will be conducted online. Do not bring any gadgets or electronic devices to the centre. 

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✅ Avoid Asking Other Candidates Questions

Do not ask fellow test takers for help. If you're confused, raise your hand and ask the exam invigilator instead.

✅ Do Not Bring Rough Sheets

Don’t carry rough sheets with you. The exam centre will provide these at the start of the test, and you must return them when you finish.

✅ No Guests Allowed

Parents, friends, or guardians cannot enter the exam centre. They should stay at a distance until you go inside.

Also Read | NMAT Exam Detailed Syllabus 

NMAT Exam Day Instructions: Post Check-In Tips to Follow 

When a candidate enters the exam hall, the invigilator will guide them to their assigned computer. 

On the screen, candidates will see a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). To start the test, they must click 'Yes, I Accept.' If they click 'No, I do not Accept,' they will not be able to take the exam that day and will lose their exam attempt and the exam fee.

Before the test starts, candidates should choose the order of the sections they prefer. They need to complete all questions in one section before the time runs out. 

Each section’s responses will be submitted automatically when the time is up. Once the test begins, candidates cannot change the order of the sections.

Check: List of NMAT Colleges Accepting NMAT score

Conclusion

The NMAT 2026 exam will be held through December 20, 2026. Familiarity with the exam guidelines is important to avoid any last-minute stress. While your admit card includes key instructions, we’ve simplified them for you. Read and prepare accordingly!

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