Conducting Body: Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) National Level Entrance Exam 2026
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NMAT by GMAC: NMIMS Management Aptitude Test

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MBA across NMIMS Mumbai/Bengaluru, K J Somaiya, XIMB, SDA Bocconi Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes with individual section timin Mode: Computer Adaptive Test (Test Centre / Online Proctored) Total Marks: 360 Frequency: Window of 75 Days (Oct - Dec, up to 3 attempts) Fee: ?2,800 + Taxes
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NMAT by GMAC 2026 Paper Analysis & Difficulty Level

Shift-wise Faculty Review

Consolidated expert faculty review and student feedback across shifts for NMAT by GMAC. The overall paper difficulty is rated Moderate to Challenging with a balanced distribution across core subject areas.

Overall Difficulty
Moderate
Balanced question spread
Time Pressure
High / Lengthy
Multi-step numericals
Good Attempts (99 %ile)
75% - 82%
With 90%+ accuracy

Section-Wise Difficulty Breakdown

Section / Subject Difficulty Rating Key Topic Highlights Expected Good Attempts
Section 1 (Core Concepts) Moderate Formula-based, direct definitions, theoretical recall 80% - 85%
Section 2 (Application & Problem Solving) Moderate to Tough Multi-concept linkages, multi-step reactions / calculations 65% - 75%
Section 3 (Analytical / Numerical) Lengthy / Tough Rigorous numerical calculations, data analysis caselets 55% - 65%

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Paper Analysis

How is the shift-wise paper difficulty normalized in NMAT by GMAC?
The conducting authority uses a standard percentile normalization formula based on the relative performance of all candidates across each shift, ensuring no candidate is disadvantaged by an inherently tougher paper.
What constitutes a 'safe score' in NMAT by GMAC for Tier-1 colleges?
Aiming for an 80%+ raw score or 99+ percentile generally secures admission into top-tier institutes and premier branches across India.

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