Narsee Monjee University will soon release the official NPAT Notification for providing admissions in undergraduate and integrated degree programs being offered by constituent schools of NMIMS at Mumbai, Shirpur, Bengaluru, Indore, and Navi Mumbai Campuses. NPAT (National Test for Programs After Twelfth), a national level entrance exam is conducted once a year by the university. The test will take place in multiple centers across 49 cities. Interested candidates can go through the post to get complete details about NPAT 2021 Exam.
NPAT 2021 Exam Highlights
Name of the exam |
National Test for Programs After Twelfth (NPAT Exam) |
Conducting body |
Narsee Monjee University |
Exam Frequency |
Once a year |
Application Mode |
Online |
Age limit |
Below 25 years |
Mode of Exam |
Online Mode (Computer Based Test) |
No. of Papers |
2 Paper [Paper-1 (Common for all Applicants) Paper-2 (for B.Des Applicants)] |
Duration of the Exam |
2 Hours |
Total No. of Seats Intake |
B.Tech-900; M.tech-710; MBA+Pharma-200; B.Sc-2805 |
No. of Test Cities |
49 |
Exam Language |
English |
Type of Questions |
Objective Type |
Official website |
https://www.npat.in/ |
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What is NMIMS NPAT 2021?
Through NPAT Exam, admissions are offered into management courses like B.Tech, BBA, BBA Branding & Advertisement, B.Com (Hons.), B.Sc. Finance, B.Sc. Economics, B.Des. (Humanising Technology), and B.A. (Hons.) Liberal Arts and engineering courses such as MBA Tech (B.Tech + MBA Tech.) and B.Pharm + MBA (Pharma. Tech) by constituent schools of NMIMS.
- The NPAT 2021 exam will be held tentatively in the month of May 2021. Therefore, all the candidates must make sure to meet the eligibility criteria before filling the application form.
- As per the NPAT Eligibility Criteria, aspirants must have passed 10+2 from a recognized board or university to be eligible for NPAT 2021. Those who are still in 10+2 can also apply for the NMIMS NPAT exam.
- To qualify in the engineering programs candidates must be well prepared in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Logical intelligence, and Language proficiency sections.
NPAT Important Dates 2021
It is important for candidates to be aware of all the events related to the NPAT Notification 2021 as it will help enhance their preparation levels. Check the table below to know all the events related to the NPAT Exam 2021.
Events |
Dates (Tentative) |
Starting Date to Apply Online |
December 2020 |
Last date of application form submission |
April 2021 |
Release of Admit card/hall ticket |
May 2021 |
NMIMS NPAT Exam Date 2021 |
May 2021 |
Merit List Release date |
June 2021 |
Declaration of Results |
June 2021 |
Counselling Process |
To be Notified |
Courses Offered Through NMIMS NPAT Exam
Candidates can go through the table below to know the various UG and Integrated degree programs offered by NMIMS University.
Undergraduate Course |
B.Tech |
BBA |
B.Com (Hons) |
B.Sc. Finance |
B.Sc. Economics |
B.Des Humanising Technology |
B.A. (Hons) Liberal Arts |
BBA Branding & Advertising |
Integrated Degree Course |
MBA Tech (B.Tech + MBA Tech) |
Pharma Tech (B.Pharma + MBA) |
NPAT Eligibility Criteria 2021
NPAT Eligibility Criteria is the deciding factor for any candidate’s selection in the college for the course of their choice. The eligibility criterion for admission into NMIMS through NPAT 2021 is given below:
- According to the NPAT Notification, aspiring candidates should have passed the 10+2 or equivalent exam with English as a compulsory subject and secured at least 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Students appearing in the 12th standard examination are also eligible to apply for the NPAT 2021.
- Diplomas in engineering passing candidates can also apply for the exam
- As per the notification, the candidates' should not exceed 25 years of age in order to fill the online form.
The criteria for different courses are also different as can be seen below:
NPAT Eligibility for B.Tech and MBA (Tech)
Students should have passed Class 12th or equivalent exams with the Indian Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with English as a compulsory subject.
- The candidates with IB Diploma are eligible only if they have offered Mathematics at a higher level.
- Applicants should have a score of a minimum of 50% in PCM in class 12th or the equivalent of that for admittance to the Mumbai campus.
- Applicants should have scored a minimum of 45% in PCM in class 12th or equivalent of that for admittance to the Shirpur campus.
- Applicants who have passed the Diploma in Engineering with a minimum of 50% can also apply for NPAT 2021.
- Candidates who have passed the 10+2 or equivalent exam from Open or Distance Learning (ODL) School documented only by the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) can also apply for the program.
- Candidates appearing for the class 12th examination in 2021 can also apply for NPAT 2021.
NPAT Eligibility for MBA Pharma Tech (B. Pharm + MBA)
As per the NPAT Notification, Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent exam plus IB Diploma in PCM or PCB with English as a required subject. A score of at least 50% marks in PCM/PCB is needed for the candidates to be eligible for applying in NPAT 2021.
NPAT Eligibility for B.Sc. Economics
The candidates must have passed a higher secondary or equivalent exam with a minimum of 60% marks in the first attempt including an IB Diploma in any stream. The candidates are required to have Mathematics as a subject in the Class 12th examination.
NPAT Eligibility for B.Sc. Finance/B.Com (Hons.)/B.B.A
The candidates must have passed the 12th or equivalent exam with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the first attempt, including the IB Diploma. Candidates must have passed Mathematics/Statistics subject in HSC or equivalent to be eligible to apply for NPAT 2021.
NPAT 2021 Seat Availability
Check the table below to know the seat intake of different programs at different colleges.
NPAT Seats Reservation for B.Tech
Program |
Seats available in Mumbai |
Seats available in Shirpur |
B.Tech in Information Technology |
60 |
60 |
B.Tech in Computer Engineering |
120 |
60 |
B.Tech in Electronics |
60 |
60 |
B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering |
60 |
60 |
B.Tech in Civil Engineering |
60 |
60 |
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering |
60 |
- |
B.Tech in Mechatronics |
60 |
60 |
B.Tech in Data Sciences |
60 |
- |
Total |
520 |
360 |
NPAT Seats Reservation for MBA (Tech.)
Program |
Seats available in Mumbai |
Seats available in Shirpur |
Information Technology |
60 |
40 |
Computer Engineering |
60 |
60 |
Electronics |
60 |
40 |
Mechanical Engineering |
60 |
60 |
Civil Engineering |
60 |
40 |
Electrical Engineering |
40 |
40 |
Chemical Engineering |
30 |
- |
Total |
370 |
280 |
NPAT Seat Reservation for MBA (B.Pharma+MBA)
Program |
Seats available in Mumbai |
Seats available in Shirpur |
MBA (B.Pharma+MBA) |
60 |
40 |
NPAT Seats Reservation for B.Sc. Economics
Program |
Seats available in Mumbai |
Seats available in Bengaluru |
B.Sc (Economics) |
80 |
30 |
NPAT Seat Reservation for B.Sc Finance
Program |
Seats available in Mumbai |
Seats available in Bengaluru |
Seats available in Navi Mumbai |
Seats available in Indore |
Bachelor of Business Administration |
480 |
120 |
60 |
60 |
Bachelor of Commerce |
120 |
- |
- |
- |
B.Sc Finance |
120 |
60 |
- |
- |
How to Fill NPAT Application Form 2021?
Candidates can fill in the application form only from the official website. The Application Process is done in four stages i.e., Registration, Filling the Application Form, Uploading the documents, Payment of Fees. All the eligible candidates are advised to fill the NPAT Application Form on or before the last date. Follow the below instructions to fill the NMIMS NPAT Application Form correctly.
- Visit the official website of NPAT
- Click on "Apply Now" and complete the registration process by entering all the required details.
- After completing registration, fill the application form with all necessary details.
- Complete the fee payment by remitting the prescribed application fee through online mode.
- Submit the form and take a print out for future reference.
NPAT Application Fee
As per the NPAT Notification, candidates can pay the application fee through online mode by using net banking, credit card, or debit card. Go through the table below to know the college-wise NPAT 2021 application for BBA and B-tech programs.
BBA Program
Campuses |
Course Fees (in Rs) |
Mumbai campus |
2,81,500 |
Bengaluru campus |
2,76,500 |
Indore campus |
2,51,500 |
Navi Mumbai campus |
2,76,500 |
Dhule campus |
1,51,500 |
B-Tech Program
Campuses |
Course Fees (in Rs) |
Mumbai campus |
3,11,500 |
Shirpur campus |
1,71,500 |
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NPAT Admit Card 2021
Candidates can download the NPAT Admit Card 2021 only from the official website. The admit card will be declared one week before the commencement of the Online Exam for NPAT 2021. Candidates must note that the Exam conducting authority does not send admit card through post or any other medium.
Steps to Download NPAT Exam Admit Card 2021
- Go to the official website.
- On the Home page, click on the NPAT admit card link
- Enter your registration ID and Password
- Click on this submit button
- Your Admit Card will be displayed on the screen
- Download the admit card and take printouts for future reference
NPAT Exam Centres 2021
NPAT 2021 exam will be conducted at various centers in the country. Let us have a look at the table below to know the list of NPAT 2021 exam centers.
State |
Cities |
Telangana |
Hyderabad |
Delhi |
Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, and Faridabad |
Gujarat |
Ahmedabad, Surat, and Vadodara |
Karnataka |
Bengaluru |
Madhya Pradesh |
Bhopal and Indore |
Maharashtra |
Shirpur, Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Pune, and Nagpur |
Rajasthan |
Jaipur, Udaipur, and Kota |
Uttar Pradesh |
Kanpur and Lucknow |
West Bengal |
Kolkata |
Tamil Nadu |
Chennai |
Chhattisgarh |
Raipur |
Punjab |
Chandigarh |
Odisha |
Bhubaneshwar |
Bihar |
Patna |
Uttarakhand |
Dehradun |
Goa |
Panaji |
NPAT Exam Pattern 2021
As per NPAT Exam Pattern 2021, the exam is conducted in online mode. The Paper Pattern for NMIMS NPAT Exam is different for Engineering and Non-Engineering departments. Given below is the detailed exam pattern for NPAT Exam 2021.
NPAT Exam Pattern for Non- Engineering Programs
Under the Non-Engineering Program, there are two papers i.e., Paper 1 & Paper 2. Candidates appearing for any course except Design need to take up Paper 1 while Paper 2 is only for B. Design Program. Go through the course-wise pattern below.
NPAT Paper I Pattern
The exam pattern of NPAT 2021 is divided into three sections: Quantitative and Numerical Ability, Reasoning & General Intelligence, and Proficiency in the English Language.
- The questions asked in the paper 1 exam are multiple-choice questions.
- The no. of questions in paper 1 is 120 and there are 40 questions from each section.
- The duration of the exam is 120 minutes.
Non-Engineering Paper 1 Exam Pattern Highlights |
Mode of the exam |
Computer-based (online) exam |
Number of Papers |
1 |
Number of Sections |
3 |
Type of Questions |
Multiple Choice Questions (objective type) |
Number of Questions |
120 |
Duration of the exam |
120 Minutes |
Sections Included |
Quantitative and Numerical Ability, Reasoning & General Intelligence and Proficiency in the English Language |
NPAT Paper 2 Pattern
Aspirants seeking admissions for B.Design need to take up Paper 2.
- Paper-II has three sections: Spatial Ability and Visualization Skills, Observation & Problem Solving and General Awareness & Design Sensibility.
- The total no. of questions is 60.
- The duration of the exam is 90 Minutes.
NPAT Paper 2 Exam Pattern Highlights |
Mode of the exam |
Computer-based (online) exam |
Number of Papers |
1 |
Number of Sections |
3 |
Type of Questions |
Multiple Choice Questions (objective type) |
Number of Questions |
60 |
Duration of the exam |
90 Minutes |
Sections Included |
Spatial Ability and Visualization Skills, Observation & Problem Solving and General Awareness & Design Sensibility |
NPAT Exam Pattern For Engineering Programs
Candidates willing to get admission into NPAT B.Tech Courses need to follow the exam pattern as tabulated below. This NMIMS NPAT Exam Pattern is only for Engineering Courses.
- There are five sections included in the NMIMS NPAT 2021 Exam for Engineering courses.
- There are a total of 120 questions in the exam for 120 marks.
- The total time duration is 2 hours i.e., 120 minutes
Section |
No. of Questions |
Duration (in minutes) |
Marks |
Physics |
30 |
30 |
30 |
Chemistry |
30 |
30 |
30 |
Mathematics |
30 |
30 |
30 |
Logical Intelligence |
20 |
20 |
20 |
Language Proficiency |
10 |
10 |
10 |
Total |
120 |
120 |
120 |
NPAT Syllabus 2021
Knowing the NPAT Syllabus will help candidates to know the important topics from the exam point of view and plan their preparation accordingly for the upcoming exam. To ease out your preparation, we have provided the syllabus of NPAT 2021 in the post below.
NPAT Syllabus for Paper I
Given below are the important topics in NPAT Syllabus for Paper I:
Section |
Important Topics |
English Language |
Grammatical structure and usage, prepositions, determiners, connectives, tenses, grasping the meaning of underlined words in sentences, using appropriate words in the given context. Putting jumbled sentences in the correct order, identifying relationships, interpreting ideas, moods, characteristics of characters and tone of the passage. |
Quantitative and Numerical ability |
Fractions, Surds and Decimals, Number Series, Percentages, Profit & Loss, Discount, Compound Interest & Annuities, Ratio & Proportions, Time, Work & Distance, 2 D & 3D Figures- Areas & Volumes, basic Algebraic Identities, Equations- Linear & Quadratic Sequence and Series (AP, GP). Sets, Operation on Sets and their Applications, Venn Diagrams, functions, mean, mode, and median, Measures of Dispersion. |
Reasoning and General Intelligence |
Decision Making, Problem Solving, Venn Diagram, Mathematical Equalities, graphs, and charts. |
NPAT Syllabus for Paper II
Given below are the important topics in NPAT Syllabus for Paper-II:
Section |
Important Topics |
Spatial ability and Visualization |
Sub-construct, Gestalt Principles of Perception - Proximity, Similarity, Continuation and Closure, Huxley-Lester Model: Sight and thought perception, Cognitive Perception: interpretation, memory, comparison, salience, association, inventory, analysis and recognition, Principles of Design: Balance, Proportion, Rhythm, Contrast, Pattern, Movement, Emphasis, and Unity. |
Observation and problem solving |
Sub-construct, detect complexity/problems related to ease-of-use of modern/day-to-day devices, spatial relations among 2D and 3D objects, Creative Problem-Solving Techniques (Preparation, Incubation, Illumination and Verification). Spatial composition, lighting, Golden Ratio, Rule of Thirds, Balance, Colour preference (Hue, Saturation, Lightness). |
General awareness and design |
Design for Environment to achieve sustainability- Green Design, Process changes and Product changes, Designing for social and cultural sustainability- Inclusive Design, Principles of Inclusive design: Responsive, Flexible, Convenient, Accommodating, Welcoming and Realistic, Culture expressed in visual images. Art Movements/Periods- Basic Info, Renowned Historical Artists, and their paintings. |
NPAT Preparation Tips 2021
Following the NPAT Preparation Tips provided by experts will help candidates to know how to better plan their preparation to score good marks in the exam.
- Before starting the preparation, candidates must go through the syllabus and exam pattern of NPAT 2021 in and out.
- Prepare a timetable that covers all the topics as per the latest syllabus.
- Begin your preparation by assigning a fixed time for each subject. This will help you learn how to analyze questions in the final exam without wasting much time.
- Reading novels, newspapers, taking Daily English Quiz help to improve your grammar and vocabulary skills.
- Ensure to make notes that include important points and basic formulas during studying.
- To score more marks in the Quantitative section, candidates must revise all the formulas on a weekly basis.
- Solving sample papers will help candidates to improve their time management skills and problem-solving skills.
- Practicing more and more NPAT Mock Tests regularly would definitely help candidates to learn simple techniques to solve the difficult type of questions easily in the exam.
NPAT Preparation Books 2021
For a successful preparation, studying from the right NPAT Books is very important. Ensure to read all the topics from the below-tabulated books as they explain each concept in depth. Experts suggest that choose the book which explains the important topics in a better way and easy to understand. Check out the below NPAT Preparation Books and utilize them during preparation.
Book Name |
Author/Publication |
Chand Quantitative aptitude for Quantitative examinations |
R.S.Aggarwal |
A Modern Approach to Logical reasoning |
R.S.Aggarwal |
R. Gupta’s Logical and Analytical |
A.K Gupta |
NPAT Exam Analysis
As per the experts, checking the NPAT Exam Analysis will help candidates to know the type of questions asked in the exam and the number of good attempts. In the NPAT exam, Every question carries equal marks and there is no negative marking in the exam. Hence, it is an advantage for candidates to attempt all the questions and get full marks.
- Exam Analysis is prepared by taking the feedback from students who appear for the exam. So, it will help candiadtes get an idea about the difficulty level of the paper.
- Last year, the exam was a moderate level of difficulty, and the questions asked in the quantitative section was a little bit tricky.
NPAT Result 2021
The results are usually released after a month of the exam. Candidates can check their NPAT Result 2021 on the official website as soon as the result is officially announced.
- The results of the NMIMS NPAT Exam will be published on the official website.
- Candidates can check and download the NPAT Result PDF by just logging in to the official site using the User ID and Password.
- Three merit lists will be announced on the basis of the scores obtained by the candidates.
- Candidates who appear in the merit list prepared by the university will be called for counseling.
Candidates can check the table below to know all the important dates for the Result and Merit List of the NPAT 2021 Exam.
Events |
Dates |
Merit List of Applicants selected for admission counseling (B.Tech. & MBA. (Tech) |
To be Notified |
Counselling & Payment of Admission fees |
To be Notified |
1st Merit List for MBA Pharma Tech (B.Pharm + MBA) |
To be Notified |
1st Merit List for B.Sc. Economics / B.Sc. Finance / B.Com (Hons.) / B.B.A |
To be Notified |
1st Merit List for B.Des |
To be Notified |
Payment of admission fees (1st merit) for MBA Pharma Tech (B.Pharm + MBA) |
To be Notified |
Payment of admission fees (1st merit) for B.Sc. Economics/ B.Sc. Finance / B.Com (Hons.) / B.B.A |
To be Notified |
Payment of admission fees (1st merit) for B.Des |
To be Notified |
2nd Merit List for MBA Pharma Tech (B.Pharm + MBA) |
To be Notified |
2nd Merit List for B.Sc. Economics/ B.Sc. Finance / B.Com (Hons.) / B.B.A |
To be Notified |
2nd Merit List for B.Des |
To be Notified |
Payment of admission fees (2nd merit) for MBA Pharma Tech (B.Pharm + MBA) |
To be Notified |
Payment of admission fees (2nd merit) for B.Sc. Economics/ B.Sc. Finance / B.Com (Hons.) / B.B.A |
To be Notified |
Payment of admission fees (2nd merit) for B.Des |
To be Notified |
NPAT Cut off 2021
NMIMS does not announce an official cut off for the NPAT exam. Merit lists are prepared on the basis of marks obtained by candidates. Candidates are allotted the programs on the basis of their numbers on the merit list. No cut off marks are published for any institute. Candidates appearing on the merit list will be shortlisted for the counseling and admission process. The NPAT Cut Off will be based on the GMAC percentile score.
NMIMS Campus |
Program |
Expected cutoff |
NMIMS School of Business Management, Mumbai - |
MBA |
94 |
NMIMS, Bengaluru |
PGDM |
91 |
NMIMS Hyderabad |
PGDM |
90 |
NMIMS, Indore |
PGDM |
85 |
NMIMS, Navi Mumbai |
PGDM |
80 |
NPAT Counselling 2021
Merit lists are prepared after the results are announced. NPAT Counselling 2021 and seat allocation of all the qualified candidates will be held tentatively in the month of August 2021. The counselling process is carried through offline mode.
- The counselling for admission into MBA and B.Tech Programs will be conducted in the Mumbai Campus.
- Candidates must carry their admit card and the result PDF to the counselling process.
- At the time of counselling, aspirants can choose their choice of college and course where they want to take admission.
- If there are any vacant seats left after the first round, a fresh merit list is made.
- The name of the candidates that appear on the merit list is called for seat allotment.
- Usually, there are three rounds in NPAT counselling.
- The counselling takes place at designated centers set up by NMIMS.
- Seats will be allotted to the candidates after the payment of the admission fee before the final date.
NMIMS Courses Offered
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies offers various courses across their campuses in India. Candidates qualifying in the NMIMS NPAT Exam will be shortlisted for the admission process. In the counselling, stage candidates can choose the college and continue with the admission process. In NMIMS, courses after 12th and courses after graduation are offered. Check out the brief information about NMIMS Courses offered and different campuses.
NMIMS Courses After 12th
The below table explains the courses along with the number of seats. Go through the courses after 12th in NMIMS University.
B. Tech Computer Science (option Data Science) (with an opportunity of pursuing BS & MS degree from Virginia Tech, USA) |
Bachelor of Business Administration |
B.Tech. Data Science (in Academic Collaboration with Virginia Tech) |
Bachelor of Commerce(Hon.) |
B.Tech. Artificial Intelligence (in Academic Collaboration with Virginia Tech) |
B.Sc Finance |
B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering (Cyber Security) |
B.Des. (Humanising Technology) |
Computer Science & Business System |
B. A. (Hons.) Liberal Arts |
Information Technology |
BBA - Branding & Advertising |
Computer Engineering |
B.Pharma |
Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering |
Mechatronics |
Mechanical Engineering |
Civil Engineering |
B.Sc (Economics) |
- |
NMIMS Courses After Graduation
Go through the below table for courses offered by NMIMS after Graduation.
MBA Tech Information Technology |
MBA Tech Computer Engineering |
MBA Tech Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering |
MBA Tech Mechanical Engineering |
MBA Tech Chemical Engineering |
MBA Tech Civil Engineering |
MBA (B.Pharma+MBA) |
NMIMS Campuses
Across India, there are a total of 8 NMIMS Campuses. Out of which, two are in the progress. Check out the below table for knowing the list of NMIMS Campuses and courses offered.
NMIMS Campuses |
Programs Offered |
Mumbai |
B.Tech, MBA. Tech, B.Des, B.A., B.Pharma+MBA, BBA, B.Com, B.Sc |
Shirpur |
B.Tech, MBA.tech, B.Pharma+MBA |
Bengaluru |
BBA, B.Com, B.Sc |
Hyderabad |
B.Pharma+MBA, BBA, B.Com, B.Tech, MBA.Tech |
Navi Mumbai |
B.Tech, MBA.Tech, BBA, B.Com |
Indore |
B.Tech, MBA.Tech, BBA, B.Com |
Dhule (Upcoming) |
BBA, B.Com, B.Sc |
Chandigarh (Upcoming) |
BBA, B.Com, B.Sc |