MBA Entrance | NMAT | 14th October 2022
The GMAC conducts the NMAT or the Narsee Monjee Aptitude Test at a national level for candidates seeking admission into the NMIMS PGDM course in Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Bangalore. In addition to NMIMS, several other top B-schools in India accept the NMIMS MBA entrance test score. Some examples of these include Alliance University, SOIL Gurugram, VIT Vellore, ISB Hyderabad, XIM Bhubaneswar, ICFAI, and Xavier School of HRM, among others.
Owing to the current Covid-19 crisis, the GMAC has introduced a change in the NMAT examination delivery mode. Candidates can now take the exam from their preferred centers or online from their home's comfort and safety.
NMAT has always been a reasonably candidate-friendly exam wherein candidates have the opportunity to reschedule the time and date of the test as per their convenience within an 88-day window. The NMAT does not have any negative marking, and candidates can avail best of 3 attempts to send their scores to the B-schools they apply to.
However, being such a candidate-friendly examination does not mean it is easy to clear the NMAT. It requires a lot of effort, seamless planning, and hard work to clear the NMAT examination. It also helps if candidates possess the answer to the question 'What are the types of questions that are asked on the NMAT examination?
This post aims to equip our readers and prospective candidates with knowledge of the type of questions asked on the NMAT examination. Let us begin.
As highlighted earlier, the NMAT is a 2-hour online examination. It consists of 3 sections, namely, quantitative skills, logical reasoning, and language skills. Each section carries a time-limit, though candidates can decide the order in which they wish to attempt the test. All questions asked in the examination are MCQs, with candidates scoring 3 marks for each correct answer. There is no negative marking. The medium of instruction is English.
In the last few years, the NMAT MBA question format had not undergone any changes; however, some changes have recently been introduced to keep the level of difficulty moderate compared to other entrance tests such as CAT, GMAT, XAT, etc. These changes are as listed below:
| Section | No of Questions | Sectional Time Limit | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Skills | 36 | 28 | 12-120 |
| Logical Reasoning | 36 | 52 | 12-120 |
| Language Skills | 36 | 40 | 12-120 |
| Total | 108 | 120 | 3-360 |
The GMAC, along with the previous year's test papers and preparation guidelines, releases the NMAT syllabus on the NMAT official website. We recommend candidates check the NMAT official website while preparing for the NMAT examination.
Based on the last two years' analysis, the list of the most dominant and frequently asked questions related to each section is given below. Please read carefully.
Quantitative Skills
| Arithmetic | Algebra | Geometry & Mensuration | Modern Mathematics | Data Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time & Work | Equations | Lines, Angles and Triangles | Permutations & Combinations | Bar Charts |
| Ratios & Proportions | Logarithms | Circles | Coordinate Geometry | Pie Charts |
| Percentages | Linear Equations | Squares & Rectangles | Set Theory | Line Graphics |
| Integers | Quadratic Equations | 3-dimensional figures | Venn Diagrams/td> | Tabular Graphs |
| Simple & Compound Interest | Inequalities | 3-dimensional figures | Probability>/td> | - |
| HCF/LCM | Absolute Values | Cones, Cylinders & Spheres | - | - |
| Others | Others/td> | Quadrilateral | - | - |
Logical Reasoning
This section tests candidates on their analytical, logical, and critical reasoning skills. It is designed to check candidates' ability to process information and provide solutions accordingly. Candidates must hone their logical and visual reasoning skills to decode complicated instructions or directions, understand relation trees, and identify patterns. Candidates must answer these questions based on the information provided rather than assuming scenarios. Please refer to the table given below to find out more about the hot topics under each of these sub-sections.
| Verbal Reasoning | Analytical Reasoning |
|---|---|
| Statement and Argument based questions | Linear and Circular Arrangements |
| Statement and assumption-based questions | Classification and syllogisms |
| Statement and inference based questions | Coding and Decoding |
| Decision making | Series and direction questions |
| Course of action | Blood Relation Questions |
| Critical Reasoning | Matrix Type Questions |
| - | Blood Relation and Input-Output Questions |
As highlighted earlier, even though NMAT is candidate-friendly, it is no piece of cake. However, with a little bit of planning, dedicated efforts, and practice, candidates will be able to champion the NMAT examination. Also, gaining adequate knowledge on the examination pattern and the list of frequently asked topics, as mentioned above, can considerably improve your chances of succeeding.
