NMAT Notification 2025 Released: Check Dates, Eligibility & Registration Process

Overview: GMAC finally released the official NMAT notification 2025. The NMAT exam 2025 is scheduled for November 5, 2025, and registration will begin on August 1, 2025. This article contains all the essential details for candidates targeting NMIMS and top B-schools.

Narsee Monjee Management Aptitude Test (NMAT) is a computer-adaptive test conducted by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) for admissions to top business schools for postgraduate management programs.

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Important Events of NMAT 2025 Entrance Exam:

• The NMAT registration starting date is 1st Aug 2025.
• The last date to register is 10th Oct 2025.
• The NMAT exam 2025 will be conducted in 79 cities across the country.

As per the latest NMAT notification 2025, being the most candidate-friendly MBA admissions exam, it offers the convenience and flexibility to choose exam dates and improve scores with up to three attempts in a single testing cycle.

NMAT Notification 2025: Overview 

• NMAT by GMAC is a Computer Adaptive Test in which a candidate's ability is estimated successively based on the responses to questions tailored to the candidate's current ability estimate. 
• Candidates can attempt the exam three times during the 70-day test-taking window. The next date can only be scheduled after the first attempt at the paper. 
• The NMAT syllabus 2025 is the same as the previous year, comprising 108 questions and three sections.
• NMAT's testing window allows the candidate to select a preferred test date at both test centres (India only) or online from home.
• You can get your unofficial scores immediately at NMAT Test centres, which are available in 79 cities in India.
• All three sections in NMAT by GMACTM carry equal weight, and no negative marking is involved for incorrect answers. 

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NMAT 2025 Notification: Dates and Schedule

Check the important dates of the NMAT Exam Notification 2025 as per the NMAT official guidelines:

Event	Start Date	End Date
NMAT 2025 Registration	Friday, 1st August, 2025	Friday, 10th October, 2025
NMAT Scheduling Date	Friday, 1st August, 2025	Tuesday, 14th October 2025
NMAT Rescheduling Date	Friday, 1st August, 2025	Tuesday, 16th December, 2025
NMAT Exam Delivery	Wednesday, 5th November, 2025	Friday, 19th December, 2025
NMAT Retake - Registration	Thursday, 6th November, 2025	Tuesday, 16th December, 2025
NMAT Retake - Scheduling	Thursday, 6th November, 2025	Tuesday, 16th December, 2025

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NMAT Notification 2025: Registration Fees

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

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NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

NMAT eligibility criteria depend upon the respective B-school's application/admission eligibility criteria. Listed below are some basic parameters: 

• A 3-year bachelor's degree in any discipline. 
• The minimum percentage of marks or equivalent CGPA in graduation should meet the MBA colleges' requirement to accept NMAT scores. 
• Candidates in the final year of graduation are also eligible to apply. They will need to present the passing certificate later at admission. 
• Candidates who have completed a professional degree (CA/CS/ICWA) or are awaiting results can also apply. 
• There is no age bar to apply for NMAT by GMAC. 
• Mere fulfilment of the minimum NMAT 2025 eligibility criteria does not ensure consideration for shortlisting by the B-school applied for.

Note: For any registration-related queries, feel free to email nmatsupport@gmac.com.

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NMAT Notification 2025: Registration Process 

Registering for the NMAT by GMAC exam is straightforward and user-friendly. Just follow these simple steps:

• Visit mba.com/nmat and click on 'Register for NMAT by GMAC™'. Then, create an account using a valid email address.
• Proceed by filling in the remaining details under the 'Manage NMAT Profile' section.
• Look out for a verification email in your inbox. Follow the instructions included in the email to verify your mba.com account. Check your spam or junk folders if you don't see it in your inbox. Log into your mba.com account and click the 'Resend Email Verification' button on the 'My Account' page.
• Log in to your mba.com account and visit the 'My Account' page. From there, access the 'Candidate Dashboard'.
• Please complete the application form in the 'Candidate Dashboard.' Your name and date of birth must match precisely those on your Photo ID.
• Choose the schools you want your scores sent to in the 'School Preferences' section. Your registration fee covers up to 5 programs. Additional score reports can be sent for a supplementary fee of INR 300 plus applicable taxes.
• You're required to upload a photograph that closely resembles you and the photograph on your Photo ID. This image will be included on the admit card, which you must present to the test centre administrator or the online proctor.
• Finally, proceed with the payment for the NMAT registration fees.

Note: For any registration-related queries, feel free to email nmatsupport@gmac.com.

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NMAT Notification 2025: Exam Retakes 

• You will be allowed to take the NMAT by GMAC™ exam three times during the year’s testing cycle. This includes the first attempt plus a maximum of two retake attempts. No-shows are considered attempts. 
• Your retake registration option will be enabled in your dashboard after your exam date. You must register for the retake by clicking the Retake section, selecting the exam mode and paying the retake fees. 
• Please note retakes can be scheduled after the completion of a planned attempt, and the retake exam can only be taken after a gap of 15 days from the previous effort. 
• If you were a no-show, did not agree to the non-disclosure agreement by accepting the NDA, or your exam has been marked as Incomplete, you can schedule a Retake attempt immediately for any slot after 24 hours. 
• Scheduling a retake attempt at a Test Center and Online follows the same process as scheduling your initial effort. This consistency in the process ensures that you know what to expect and can plan your retake attempt effectively. The NMAT exam registration and the School Application process are two separate steps. We encourage you to keep checking for any changes in the program eligibility criteria and admission process of the NMAT by GMAC score-accepting programs on the University/B-School Website.

Conclusion

The NMAT by GMAC exam is a stepping stone towards your dream B-school. With the release of the NMAT notification, you now have the key details to plan your preparation effectively.

Prepare with diligence and determination, and success will be within your reach. Good luck with your journey