The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) has opened the registration process for NMAT by GMAC 2026, the NMIMS Management Aptitude Test used as an entry gateway to leading B-schools across India. Candidates can register online at mba.com from 20 August 2026, with the last date to apply set as 10 October 2026. The exam will be delivered from 2 November 2026 to 20 December 2026.
Direct Link to NMAT 2026 Registration form
NMAT 2026 Registration - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) |
| Exam Name | NMAT by GMAC 2026 |
| Purpose | Admission to MBA and management programs at 58+ B-schools in India |
| Exam Mode | Computer-based, computer-adaptive test |
| Official Website | mba.com |
NMAT 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Start | Thursday, 20 August 2026 |
| Registration End | Saturday, 10 October 2026 |
| Scheduling Start | Thursday, 20 August 2026 |
| Scheduling End | Thursday, 22 October 2026 |
| Exam Delivery Start | Monday, 2 November 2026 |
| Exam Delivery End | Sunday, 20 December 2026 |
NMAT 2026 Exam Pattern
NMAT 2026 is a computer-adaptive test that continuously adjusts question difficulty based on a candidate's previous responses. The exam consists of 108 questions across three sections, to be completed within 120 minutes.
| Section | Skill Assessed |
|---|---|
| 1 | Language Skills |
| 2 | Quantitative Skills |
| 3 | Logical Reasoning |
- Negative Marking: None.
- Section Weightage: Equal weightage is given to all sections.
- Section Order: Candidates can choose their preferred order for attempting sections.
- Attempts: Up to 2 retakes are allowed (3 attempts in total) to improve performance.
- Test Centres: The exam will be conducted at 64 test centres across 59 cities in India.
How to Apply for NMAT 2026
NMAT 2026 applications are accepted only in online mode through the official GMAC website. Candidates can follow these steps to register:
- Visit the official GMAC website at mba.com.
- Click on the NMAT 2026 registration link available on the homepage.
- A new page will open; enter the required registration details.
- Once registration is complete, fill in the application form.
- Make the payment of the applicable application fee.
- Click submit and download the confirmation page.
- Keep a hard copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
NMAT 2026 Important Instructions
- Complete registration before the closing date of 10 October 2026.
- Scheduling of the exam slot must be completed by 22 October 2026.
- The exam will be delivered anytime within the window of 2 November 2026 to 20 December 2026, based on the candidate's chosen slot.
- Retain the downloaded confirmation page/receipt after submitting the application.
- Refer only to the official mba.com website for updates, as third-party sources may not reflect the latest changes.
Why Take the NMAT Exam
NMAT by GMAC offers a few structural advantages to candidates:
- Score-Friendly Format: No negative marking and equal weightage across all three sections.
- Flexible Attempt Strategy: Candidates can choose their section order and attempt the exam up to 3 times.
- Fast Results: Instant score preview after the test, with the official scorecard available for download within 48 hours.
- Wide Reach: Test centres are available across 59-70+ cities in India, giving candidates flexibility in choosing a convenient location and date.
- Preparation Support: Official prep material, including the NMAT Official Guide and both free and paid practice exams, is made available to registered candidates.