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NMAT Exam Pattern 2022: Check Section-wise Test Pattern, Marking Scheme, Difficulty Level, Syllabus

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NMAT Exam Pattern 2022 is released by GMAC on the official website. As per NMAT test pattern, 2 hours will be given to attempt 108 MCQs. NMAT 2022 question paper will have 108 questions divided equally between all 3 sections of NMAT Syllabus, i.e., Language Skills, Quantitative Skills, and Logical Reasoning. So, each section will have 36 MCQs.

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NMAT 2022 will be conducted by GMAC over a 70-day test window from Oct 10 to Dec 19, 2022, and candidates can appear thrice for the exam as GMAC provides the facility of 2 retakes when the exam window is open. Out of the three NMAT attempts, the best one is considered for final evaluation. Candidates need a clear understanding of NMAT exam pattern to prepare well for the exam. Check NMAT Preparation Strategy and Tips

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NMAT Exam Pattern Key Changes

NMAT Exam Pattern 2022: Key Changes Introduced

NMAT paper pattern underwent a few changes in 2020 and these changes continued even in the 2021 exam. NMAT 2022 Exam Pattern will also be in line with the changed paper pattern. Mentioned below are the key changes in NMAT test pattern:

  • The number of questions reduced from 120 to 108.
  • Each of the 3 sections of NMAT exam have 36 MCQs
Section Number of Questions
2022 2021 2020 2019
Language Skills 36 36 36 32
Logical Reasoning 36 36 36 40
Quantitative Skills 36 36 36 48
  • The time allotted for:
    • NMAT Language Skills section increased from 22 minutes to 28 minutes
    • NMAT Logical Reasoning section increased from 38 to 40 minutes
    • NMAT Quantitative Skills section reduced from 60 to 52 minutes

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NMAT Exam Pattern 2022

NMAT Exam Pattern 2022

Particulars Details
Mode  Online - Computer Based Test
Duration 120 minutes or 2 hours
Sectional Time Limit Yes
Number of Sections
  • Quantitative Skills
  • Language Skills
  • Logical Reasoning
Nature of Questions Objective (MCQs)
Number of Answer Choices 5
Number of Questions 108 questions
Total Marks 360 marks
Marks Awarded +1 for every correct answer
Negative Marking No
Medium English
Section-wise NMAT Exam Pattern

Section-wise NMAT Exam Pattern 2022

NMAT Sectional Exam Pattern
Section Time Allotted Number of Questions Type of Questions Important Topics
Language Skills 28 minutes 36 MCQs Fill in the blanks, Para Jumbles, Error Detection, Sentence Completion, Para Completion, RC Passages
Quantitative Skills 52 minutes 36 MCQs Mensuration, Arithmetic, Trigonometry, Algebra, Geometry, Data Interpretation (DI)
Logical Reasoning 40 minutes 36 MCQs Statements-Assumptions-Arguments, Critical Reasoning, Puzzles, Ranking, Seating Arrangement, Syllogisms, Blood Relations
Total 120 minutes (2 hours) 108 - -
NMAT Language SKill Pattern

NMAT Exam Pattern 2022: Language Skills

Language Skills section is designed to test the candidate’s verbal reasoning and comprehension skills. Major highlights of NMAT Exam Pattern for Language Skills are:

  • NMAT Language Comprehension Section comprises 36 MCQs. 
  • 28 minutes are given to attempt this section. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
  • The score range for the same varies from 12-120.
  • Important topics in NMAT Language Skills section are mentioned below:
    • Para Jumbles
    • Sentence Completion
    • Analogies
    • Reading Comprehension
    • Error Identification Prepositions

The time duration of this section is 28 minutes which is the least as compared to the other two sections. So, candidates should practice solving various Mock Tests well in advance in a time-bound manner.

Check NMAT Language Skills Syllabus, Pattern, and Preparation


NMAT Quantitative Skills Pattern

NMAT Exam Pattern 2022: Quantitative Skills

  • NMAT Quantitative Skills Section comprises 36 objective-type MCQs to be solved within the time limit of 52 minutes.
  • There is no negative marking and the scaled score range for NMAT Quantitative Skills varies from 12-120.
  • The overall difficulty level of this section ranges from moderate to high.
  • Important topics in Quantitative Skills that need to be studied are mentioned below:
    • Arithmetic
    • Data Interpretation Charts, Graphs, Caselets, and Tables
    • Number Properties
    • Probability and Algebra
    • Geometry and Mensuration
    • Data Sufficiency

As the majority of the topics comprise Xth-XIIth standard mathematics, candidates should prepare from those books accordingly. Also learn certain shortcut tricks to solve various math problems to save time during the exam.

Check NMAT Quantitative Skills Syllabus, Pattern, and Preparation
NMAT Logical Reasoning Pattern

NMAT Exam Pattern 2022: Logical Reasoning

  • Logical Reasoning section of NMAT 2022 comprises 36 objective-type questions.
  • The time duration to solve this section is 40 minutes.
  • The scaled score range for this section is 12-120.
  • Based on previous years' papers, the difficulty level of this section is moderate.
  • Important topics in NMAT Logical Reasoning are:
    • Blood Relations
    • Direction and Ranking puzzles
    • Critical Reasoning
    • Logical Deductions
    • Statements and Assumptions
    • Syllogisms
    • Seating Arrangements

Check NMAT Logical Reasoning Syllabus, Pattern, and Preparation

NMAT Exam Duration

NMAT Exam Pattern 2022: Overall & Sectional Time Limit

  • NMAT 2022 overall exam duration will be 120 minutes.
  • There will be sectional time limits for all 3 sections of the question paper.
  • QA section will have the maximum time limit of 52 minutes followed by 40 minutes for LR and 28 minutes for Language Skills.
  • No extra time will be given to PwD or other category of candidates.
Subjects Overall & Sectional Time Limit Number of Questions
Language Skills 28 minutes 36
Quantitative Skills 52 minutes 36
Logical Reasoning 40 minutes 36
Total 120 minutes 108

NMAT Marking Scheme

NMAT 2022 Marking Scheme

As per NMAT by GMAC Exam Pattern, the following points regarding NMAT marking scheme are noteworthy:

  • 120 minutes will be provided to answer 108 questions.
  • 1 mark will be awarded for every correct response for all objective-type questions
  • There will be no negative marking
  • No marks will be deducted for unanswered questions
Name of the section Number of questions Marks per question Scaled Score Range
Logical Reasoning 36 1 12-120
Language Skills 36 1 12-120
Quantitative Skills 36 1 12-120
Total 108  - 36-360
NMAT Syllabus

NMAT 2022 Syllabus

Section Topics Covered
Language Skills Para Jumbles, Sentence Completion, Idioms & Phrases, Antonyms & Synonyms, Reading Comprehension, Error Identification, Preposition use in sentences
Quantitative Skills Arithmetic, Data Interpretation, Caselets, Tabular DI, Number Properties, Probability, Algebra, Data Sufficiency, Data Interpretation based on Charts and Graphs, Trigonometry, Mensuration, Geometry
Logical Reasoning Analytical Puzzles, Critical Reasoning, Logical Deductions, Syllogisms, Blood Relations, Statement & Assumption, Inference, Arrangement, Ranking, Direction sense

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NMAT Exam Analysis

NMAT exam is usually of moderate difficulty level. Given below are an analysis of the difficulty level and the number of ideal attempts based on the previous years’ NMAT paper analysis:

Section Difficulty Level Good Attempts
Quantitative Skills Moderate 24-27
Language Skills Easy-Moderate 25-28
Logical Reasoning Moderate 22-25
Total Moderate 75-84
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NMAT, CAT, XAT, SNAP Pattern Comparison

CAT vs XAT vs SNAP vs NMAT: A Comparative Analysis of Exam Pattern

Component XAT CAT SNAP NMAT
Mode of Exam Computer Based Test Computer Based Test Computer Based Test Computer Based Test
Number of Questions 101 66 60 108
Total Time Duration 190 minutes 120 minutes 60 minutes 120 minutes
Type of Questions 100 MCQs + 1 Subjective-type Essay MCQ and Subjective Type MCQs MCQs
Marking Scheme +1 mark for a correct answer +3 mark for a correct answer +1 mark for a correct answer +1 mark for a correct answer
- 0.25 mark for an incorrect answer No Negative Marking for subjective questions - 0.25 mark for an incorrect answer No negative marking
Beyond 8 unanswered questions, 0.10 marks will be deducted for each unanswered question. -1 mark for every wrong answer in objective questions
Sectional Time Limit

Part 1- 165 minutes

Part 2- 25 minutes

40 minutes for each section -

Language Skills- 28 minutes

Logical Reasoning- 40 minutes

Quantitative Skills- 52 minutes

Sections Verbal and Logical Ability Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension Analytical & Logical Reasoning Language Skills
Decision Making Quantitative Aptitude Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency Quantitative Skills
Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning
 
General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability Logical Reasoning
General Knowledge
Essay

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NMAT by GMAC Preparation Tips

  • Go through NMAT Exam Pattern thoroughly to understand the types of questions, sectional weightage, marking pattern, and difficulty level.
  • Prepare a well-thought study plan and complete NMAT Syllabus accordingly to ensure optimum preparation and revision.
  • For the Quantitative Skills section, the revision of important formulas and concepts is a must to score well in the exam.
  • Take regular intervals during NMAT preparation to avoid anxiety and stress. It will also help you increase retention power.
  • For the Language Skills section, it is recommended to develop a habit of reading and practicing grammar concepts every day.
  • Solving Mock Tests is the key to cracking NMAT 2022 exam. Try to attempt at least 2 NMAT mock tests per week and analyze your performance in it. 
  • Practice Previous Year NMAT Question Papers to increase your efficiency and improve performance.

Check detailed NMAT Preparation Tips, Strategy, and Study Plan

NMAT Preparation Books 2022

Candidates must check the list of best books for NMAT 2022 exam preparation as per the revised exam pattern and syllabus.

Section Recommended NMAT Books Author/ Publisher
Language Skills Word Power Made Easy Norman Lewis
How to Prepare for VARC for the CAT Meenakshi Upadhyay & Arun Sharma
Logical Reasoning A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning R S Aggarwal
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT Nishit K Sinha
Quantitative Skills Quantum CAT Sarvesh K Verma
How to Prepare for QA for the CAT Arun Sharma
Frequently Asked Questions

NMAT Exam Pattern 2022 FAQs

Ques. Will there be any negative marking in NMAT 2022?

Ans. No, no marks will be deducted for incorrect answers and unattempted answers. Hence, the students are advised to attempt every question in NMAT 2022. This will increase their chances of getting the desired scores.

Ques. Is there any sectional limit in NMAT 2022?

Ans. Yes, there is a sectional limit in NMAT 2022. According to the recent changes, the candidates are required to answer the Language section within 28 minutes. In the section on Quantitative Skills, the candidates will be given 52 minutes. However, the questions need to be completed in 40 minutes in the Logical Reasoning section. The students can increase their speed by attempting as many NMAT Mock Tests as possible.

Ques. In which language will NMAT 2022 be conducted?

Ans. NMAT 2022 will be conducted in English Language only. No candidates are allowed to opt for any other language in the application form of NMAT. However, before appearing for the exam, the candidates are required to check their eligibility criteria. 

Ques. How much time will be given to answer questions in NMAT 2022?

Ans. The candidates need to solve the 108 questions in NMAT 2022 within 120 minutes. No extra time will be provided to the students for attempting the question paper. However, apart from that, there will even be a sectional time limit in the exam. 

Ques. Which type of questions will be asked in NMAT 2022?

Ans. NMAT 2022 will consist of MCQ-type questions. The students are advised to select one choice out of the five options given within the specified time limit. To improve speed and accuracy, it is suggested that students attempt as many previous year NMAT question papers as possible. 

Ques. In which mode will NMAT 2022 be conducted?

Ans. NMAT 2022 will be conducted in an online Computer Based Test Mode. The exam will consist of 108 questions, which need to be solved in 120 minutes. For every correct answer, one mark will be awarded to the candidates, and no marks will be deducted for incorrect answers. 

Ques. How many sections are there in NMAT 2022?

Ans. NMAT consists of three sections namely, Language Section, Quantitative Skills, and Logical Reasoning. All three sections need to be completed within the specified time. In case the candidate runs out of time in one section he won’t be able to compensate that from the next section. Before appearing for NMAT 2022, candidates must focus on developing proper time management skills. 

Ques. Is it allowed to switch from one section to another while giving NMAT 2022?

Ans. The candidates have the liberty to choose the section to attempt first. However, they can’t switch midway. The candidates are required to complete one section at a time and within the specified limit in NMAT 2022.

Ques. Can one give NMAT 2022 from home?

Ans. Yes, just like previous years, NMAT 2022 will be conducted in an online proctored test mode and also at the examination centers. Candidates can choose the mode of the exam while filling NMAT application forms.

Ques. What will be the difficulty level of NMAT 2022?

Ans. Based on the previous year’s analysis, it is expected that the difficulty level of NMAT 2022 will be moderate. The candidates need to gain conceptual clarity to solve any kind of question and also to secure the desired scores. 

Ques. What are NMAT test fee, rescheduling fee, and retake charges?

Ans. As per mba.com/nmat, the test registration fee is INR 2800. Regarding the rescheduling and retake fee, then these are INR 1200 and INR 2800 respectively.

Ques. What is the marking scheme of NMAT by GMAC exam as per the latest paper pattern? 

Ans. Each correct answer gets you 1 mark. It is the same for all three sections. There is no negative marking and no marks will be deducted in case of unattempted questions. These raw scores are then scaled on a range of 12-120 for each section.

Ques. What is the difficulty level of NMAT exam in comparison to other MBA entrance tests like CAT and XAT?

Ans. The difficulty level of the exam is moderate. It is considered to be easier than CAT and XAT in terms of the difficulty level of questions across sections. Candidates who are already preparing for CAT and XAT need not put in any extra effort to prepare for NMAT exam as the syllabus is almost the same. Focus on practicing mock tests and sample papers to prepare well for NMAT exam. This will help to avoid any silly mistakes during the exam and improve your score.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

NMAT 2023 : 13 answered questions

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Ques. How much score is required in NMAT to get a call from NMIMS?

● Top Answer By Avneesh Makhija on 18 Jan 22

The cut off for NMIMS Mumbai usually ranges from 208 to 211. But in the 2020 of the NMAT exam, students are seen scoring massive scores like 264, 242. So, the cut off might increase. Campus Cut Off Score (NMAT) NMIMS Mumbai 235+ NMIMS Bangalore 220+ NMIMS Hyderabad 210+ NMIMS Indore 200+ NMIMS Navi Mumbai 180+ Overall, the expected cut off ranges from 215-235. Therefore, 220+ is a safe score to target in order to get a call from NMIMS Mumbai....Read more

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Ques. Did anyone get a very good percentile in CAT even after he was not able to clear the cut off of exams like IIFT and NMAT?

● Top Answer By Turja Das on 13 Dec 21

Yes, there are many students who are unable to clear IIFT but do well in CAT. The broad sections of IIFT are the same as CAT, except that they have the additional General Knowledge section.  The weightage for the GK section is low. Also the type of questions in VARC and DILR is different. VARC: only 16 out of 35 Questions are Reading Comprehension. DILR: More Data Interpretation questions are present than Logical Reasoning. Out of a 300 mark paper only 30 marks is for GK which is 10% weightage. The cut offs for GK is also low, around 5 marks, which technically is 2 correct questions. Overall cut off for IIFT was 138 marks in a 2 hour paper whereas for CAT was 76 marks for 95 percentile. Therefore, IIFT is comparatively easier than CAT. NMAT is like the GMAT exam. You cannot go back to a question. You need to complete a section in a limited time. Here strategy is important. Skip the questions you do not know the answer to, because wasting time for that is not useful. The question type of NMAT has a specific pattern. You have 3 RCs, a few questions on Probability in the Quant section and one or more sets of Sequential Output tracing sets in Logic....Read more

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Ques. Which is the best Test series available for non CAT exams? Particularly NMAT, IIFT and SNAP.

● Top Answer By Arun Pal on 09 Dec 21

The test series conducted by TIME is the best for CAT and non CAT exams like SNAP.  For SNAP there are various test series available on testfunda conducted by scmhrd and other symbiosis schools.  These mock tests will give you better ideas of the exam. Also, Map the SNAP book by Arihant has past 10 years questions of SNAP and you can refer to those. You can also go for Gradeup. It provides the best test series available for all MBA entrance exams. These are prepared by expert faculty with a lot of experience, they also provide you with complete analysis and detailed performance reports to help you improve in the right areas....Read more

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Ques. Is TAPMI Manipal College considering NMAT marks this year?

● Top Answer By Hitesh Takran on 18 Apr 23

 Applicants will be shortlisted on the basis of valid CAT (Common Admission Test) 2022/XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test) 2023/GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) January 1, 2018- January 31, 2023/ NMAT by GMAC™ 2022 scores, whichever is higher. MBA Entrance Exam TAPMI Cut-off CAT 2022 85 percentile XAT 2023 85 percentile GMAT (2018-Feb 2023) 630...Read more

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Ques. What is scaling in NMAT? If I give an exam in the last few days how much? I have to score for NMIMS Mumbai. Will scaling affect the score in the last few days?

● Top Answer By Ashwin Jog on 14 Mar 23

If you are planning to take the NMAT exam, you might find it interesting that the exam is conducted in a unique way. Despite being driven by the profit motive, the exam's multiple windows, multiple slots, and multiple combinations of questions make it next to impossible to game the test. The exam does not give you the time to think about which questions to do, nor is it needed. During the exam, you will have to decide whether to attempt a question or skip it within a few seconds. If you decide to attempt it, you should try to solve it as quickly as possible. If you cannot solve it after trying, mark a random option and move on to the next question. There is no question palette, so you will not know how many questions you've attempted properly unless you're keeping count mentally. This might be difficult during the test due to time constraints. Scaling and normalization are used to ensure a uniform difficulty level for all test takers and evaluate them accordingly. Therefore, the premise that the last few days will negatively affect the score seems to be flawed. Moreover, there is no need to worry too much about the cutoffs for NMIMS Mumbai. It is better to try to maximize your score regardless of the cutoffs or scaling. If you are interested in pursuing a management program, you might want to consider NMIMS Mumbai. However, keep in mind that the cutoffs for this institute vary and can be difficult to predict accurately. It is also important to note that scoring above the cutoffs is not a guarantee for admission, as there is a lot of competition for a limited number of seats. If you want to enhance your chances of getting into a top-notch B-school, you may want to consider XLRI, which is particularly famous for finance. Gaining industry experience and taking up a finance course like CFA or FRM can also help you become eligible for the Indian School of Business and other world-renowned colleges. Remember that admission to a B-school is a combination of factors, including academic performance, aptitude, and personality, so focus on developing a well-rounded profile....Read more

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