How to Book Slot for NMAT 2025: Registration Details, Exam Schedule

How to Book Slot for NMAT 2025? NMAT slot booking for 2025 began on August 1, 2025. According to the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), when it comes to NMAT slot booking, GMAC uses the ‘first come, first served' method. To avoid making a mistake, one should be well-versed in all areas of the slot booking before entering. 

The registration and slot reservation method of NMAT may differ from that of other MBA admission tests. It's important to understand what NMAT registration entails. Those who are aiming for NMAT 2025 must fill out an NMAT application form from the official website, and after registering successfully for NMAT 2025, candidates can book their preferred slot. The last date to book your NMAT slot was  October 14, 2025.

How to Book Slot for NMAT 2025?

The process to book slot for NMAT 2025 involves many steps. The first step is to register for the NMAT exam 2025. Candidates who crack the exam can take admissions in top b-schools and prominent institutes. Candidates can follow the steps mentioned below to know more about how to book slots for NMAT 2025.   

Registration Details for NMAT 2025

As a primary step, candidates are required to register NMAT 2025. Further, candidates must know the details and other requirements of NMAT registration. The registration process is as follows:

1. Visit the NMAT's official website and enter a valid email address and open an account. 
2. Now, enter the specific information such as personal details, contact number, educational and job experience (if any), a list of programmes for which a score will be sent, and a ID proof that will be used for identification on the day of the exam.
3. Candidates must double-check that the name and date of birth on their NMAT registration form match the photo ID. 
4. Candidates must now select the schools to which their scores will be registered in the "School Preference" section. Additionally, candidates can select upto five programmes. If an applicant selects more than five programmes, they have to pay Rs 200 plus relevant taxes for each programme they select.
5. Candidates must attach a photograph while registering for the NMAT. Candidates have to carry the same photograph to the exam centre or online proctor that appears on their admit card
6. Further, candidates have the option to choose the NMAT 2025 exam mode, they can take the exam in a test centre or at home with a proctor.
7. After paying the NMAT registration fee, candidates have to wait for 24 hours for the processing. Post that candidates can select their NMAT exam slot.

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NMAT 2025 Schedule

For the benefit of students, the NMAT 2025 dates have been provided in the table below. Candidates are advised to follow the dates for registering on time:

NMAT 2025 Schedule

Events	NMAT Exam Dates
NMAT Exam Scheduling Starts	Aug 1, 2025
NMAT Exam Scheduling Ends	Oct 14, 2025
Re-Scheduling NMAT	Dec 16-17, 2025
NMAT Exam 2025	Nov 5- Dec 19, 2025

NMAT Proctored Online Test at Home 2025

Candidates who cannot commute to the exam centre can avail the benefit of applying for the exam from their home. Although, there are certains rules that need to be followed. They are as follows:

1. In case a candidate chooses "Online Proctored Test at Home," they must first complete the My Profile section before booking an NMAT 2025 online proctored appointment. 
2. Candidates must take a photograph of their photo ID with their smartphone, camera, or even a webcam according to their preference when filling out the “My Profile area”. 
3. Candidates are suggested to save the picture.
4. Now, through your PC, upload the photograph to the examity scheduling system.
5. Candidates must choose to answer three security questions from a list of options.
6. While the authentication procedure takes place, the system may ask any one of these security questions. 
7. Candidates must submit their complete name while booking a slot for the NMAT 2025 online proctored mode. 
8. Make sure no spaces or sudden capital letters appear in the names you type.
9. Candidates can download their admit card after paying the NMAT 2025 cost and selecting the exam mode.

NMAT 2025 Exam Rescheduling

In the event of an emergency, NMAT organising authority can reschedule the exam. Candidates have the facility to reschedule their NMAT exam date within the entire testing period if they are unable to present in NMAT on the initial self-scheduled day.

Furthermore, candidates can reschedule their NMAT exam 2025 up to 72 hours before their scheduled exam time. Rescheduling the NMAT on the exact day of the allotted date is not possible. For each case, the NMAT rescheduling charge is INR 1100 plus taxes. The NMAT cost for rescheduling can only be paid with a credit card.

Benefits of NMAT Exam 2025

Certainly there are some advantages to applying for NMAT. cracking the exam will not only increase the chances of getting admission but also enhance the candidature. Some added benefits are as follows:

1. NMAT scores are accepted for MBA admission at NMIMS University, XIM Bhubaneswar (for some courses), VIT Vellore, and more than 30 other prestigious universities and MBA institutes.
2. Just as CAT and SNAP, NMAT is also an online computer-based test that follows the same format as CAT, XAT, and SNAP, with the exception of the number of questions and difficulty level.
3. NMAT is considered to be somewhat challenging as it has 108 questions separated into three basic sections: Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability, and Reasoning Ability. Two hours is allotted for the exam.
4. In the NMAT exam, there will be no negative marking. It enables you to achieve the highest possible score.
5. After appearing for the exam for the first time, you will get three more chances to enhance your score on the NMAT 2025. This allows students to produce their best work.
6. NMAT exam dates feature a testing window of more than 75 days, allowing you to self-schedule your favourite exam day. As a result, you can take the exam without fear of it clashing with other exams.