NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024: Age Limit & Qualification

Paras Attri
Paras Attri

Updated on - Oct 22, 2024

NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024: Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) announces the eligibility criteria for NMAT. A candidate must have a bachelor's or postgraduate degree from any recognized institution for NMAT eligibility. A graduation grade marks average of at least 50% is required for NMAT exam eligibility. Candidates in their final year of study are also eligible to apply for NMAT 2024

NMAT 2024 eligibility criteria include age limit, academic qualification, and work experience. Every MBA college who are accepting NMAT scores will have different eligibility criteria for admission. The NMAT exam 2024 will be conducted from Nov 5 to Dec 20, 2024.

NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024

Academic qualification, minimum marks, and job experience as required by NMAT participating universities are all listed in the NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024. GMAC's complete eligibility criteria for the NMAT are listed below.

NMAT Age Limit

  • There is no upper age limit for taking the NMAT 2024 exam.
  • GMAC has not imposed any age limitations on applicants.
  • Therefore candidates of any relevant age group can apply for the NMAT 2024 exam

Professional Work Experience

  • Work experience is not required to apply for the NMAT by GMAC 2024 exam.
  • Candidates with work experience in the relevant field of 2-3 years may be considered throughout the admission process.

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Number of Attempts

Candidates can take the NMAT 2024 exam thrice yearly, including the initial attempt, retakes, and no-shows. Candidates should know that the best marks from the three tries will be used to calculate the final percentile.

 
First Attempt Exam Date Maximum Attempts Available
On or before Nov 2024 Three
Between Nov to Dec 2024 Two
On or after Dec 2024 One

Educational Qualification

The following are the basic minimum eligibility criteria for NMAT 2024 based on academic qualifications:

  • A bachelor's degree (10+2+3 / 4) from a recognized university is required for candidates.
  • A graduation grade point average of at least 50%
  • Candidates in their final year of study are also eligible to apply.
  • Their entrance, however, shall be deemed provisional until they produce the appropriate final mark sheet and graduation certificate at the time of admission.

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NMAT 2024 Eligibility Criteria by B-Schools

The NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024 are different for each business school. Candidates can read the following criteria for different schools below before applying for them.

NMIMS NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024

Candidates who are going to apply to the Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) can refer to the tubular data below.

NMIMS NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024

Course

Educational Qualification

NMIMS MBA (Mumbai Campus)

  • Full-time Bachelor’s degree (10+2+3/4) from a recognized university.
  • Minimum aggregate of 50% marks on the first attempt.
  • Part-time graduates are not eligible.

NMIMS MBA HR (Mumbai Campus)

  • Full-time Bachelor’s degree (10+2+3/4) from a recognized university
  • Minimum aggregate of 50% marks on the first attempt.
  • Part-time graduates are not eligible

NMIMS MBA Pharmaceutical Management (Mumbai Campus)

  • 10+2+3 degree with 50% in any of the streams of Medical Science.
  • Postgraduate degrees in Sociology, Psychology, and Economics are also eligible.
  • Part-time graduates are not eligible.
  • 2 - 3 years in the Pharmaceutical industry.

NMIMS PGDM

  • 10+2+3/4 degree with 50% from a recognized university.
  • Part-time graduates are not eligible.

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ISB NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024

Candidates who are going to apply for ISB NMAT eligibility can refer to the tubular data below.

ISB NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024
NMAT Eligibility Details
Academic Qualification
  • 10+2+3 or 10+2+3+2 degree in Engineering/Technology, Mathematics/Statistics, Science.
  • Mathematics or Programming as part of their graduation/post-graduation degree.
Work Experience
  • At least 2 years of work experience
  • Aspirants having 4-6 years of work experience will be given preference.
  • Fresher candidates with excellent academic records and analytical skills.

Xavier University NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024

Candidates who are going to apply to Xavier University NMAT eligibility can refer to the tubular data below.

Xavier University NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024
Courses  NMAT Eligibility  Work Experience
MBA in HRM, MBA in RM, MBA in SM, MBF

Candidates should have completed the 10+2+3 degree with 55%

1-2 years of relevant work experience
MBA in UMG 10+2+3 degree in Architecture, Geography, Planning, Economics (Hons.) with 60-55% At least 2 years of work experience in the urban sector

Thapar School of Management NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024

Candidates who are going to apply to the Thapar School of Management can refer to the NMAT MBA eligibility data below.

  • Candidates should have completed graduation or postgraduation in any discipline with 50 percent marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university/institute.
  • At least one year of managerial/leadership work experience

Amity University NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024

Candidates who are going to apply to Amity University NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024 can refer to the tubular data below.

Amity University NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024
Course NMAT Eligibility
MBA in Artificial Intelligence and Consulting, International Business, and Artificial Intelligence
  • 10+2+3 degree with 50% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university/institute 
  • Minimum 60% in NMAT by GMAC
  • Mathematics, Engineering, or Architecture as mandatory subjects.

MBA in Competitive Intelligence and Strategic Management, MBA in Entrepreneurship, Finance, HR, Logistics, Marketing & Sales, Retail Management, Supply Chain Management, Transport and Logistics, Telecom Management, International

MBA in Construction Project Management
MBA in International Business
  • 10+2+3 degree with 50% or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university/institute.
  • Minimum 45% in NMAT by GMAC

Hyderabad Business School NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024

Candidates who are going to apply to Hyderabad business school can refer to the data below.

Hyderabad Business School NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024
NMAT Eligibility Details
Academics 10+2+3 degree with minimum 50% 
Work Experience At least 1-2 years of work experience after graduation

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NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024 for International Candidates

NMAT is open to international candidates willing to seek admission to NMIMS. International candidates should get a clearance from their jurisdiction's government and a student visa from the Indian Embassy in that jurisdiction.

The NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024 for international applicants are as follows.

NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024 for International Candidates
NMAT Eligibility Details
Academic Qualification 10+2+3 degree with 50%
GMAT Score 600+ (valid till Oct 2024)
Work Experience 2+

NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024 for Other Colleges

There are several other campuses that offer admissions to the various programs mentioned above through the NMAT exam. Each campus has separate eligibility criteria, as mentioned in the table below.

NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024 for other colleges
Campus Eligibility
Amrut Mody of Management 10+2+3 degree with 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories)
Shiv Nadar

10+2+3 degree with 50% (ICSI, ICAI, and ICWAI)

MISB Bocconi 50% minimum aggregate at the higher secondary level (10+2) and undergraduate level
GITAM School of International Business Graduate degree

NMAT by GMAC Eligibility 2024 Points

Candidates need to remember certain points in regard to the NMAT eligibility criteria 2024.

  • Candidates from overseas universities need to produce an AIU certificate.
  • The following candidates will be granted reservation if they meet the desired cutoffs and other eligibility requirements pertaining to the respective courses applied for, at the time of registration.
    • Widows/wards of martyred Armed Forces personnel killed in action during peacetime
    • Wards of Kashmiri migrants
  • Admissions will depend on whether the candidate has managed to secure a minimum aggregate of 50%, and they will have to produce the necessary original documents within the stipulated time.
  • Candidates have to produce a semester/trimester-wise consolidated marks sheet for all the years from the university they have graduated from.
  • Printed/Internet copies of the marks card need to be attested with the official seal by the principal of the university.
  • For candidates who have graduated from a university with a Grade Point Average (GPA) system, the equivalent GPA or CGPA from the university will have to be produced.

NMAT Registration Process 2024

Once the candidates have ensured that they satisfy the NMAT Eligibility Criteria 2024, they can proceed to apply for the exam. The NMAT Application Form 2024 began on Aug 1, 2024.  The application form will be available until Oct 10, 2024. Candidates can only fill out the NMAT Registration 2024 form online.

There are no other offline options for filling out the form. The registration procedure consists of several parts, such as registration, application form completion, document uploads, and fee payment. 

FAQs on NMAT Eligibility Criteria

Q: What is the NMAT eligibility criteria 2024?

A: Candidates must have finished a degree under the 10+2+3 or four years of study pattern in any stream. They must have secured not less than 50% aggregate in the last year of graduation. Candidates awaiting results or in their last year of graduation are also able to apply for the NMAT 2024. Admission is provided on a provisional basis until the graduation mark sheet and certificate from the qualifying examination are submitted.

Q: When does GMAC commence the registration process for NMAT?

A: NMAT registration has started on Aug 1, 2024. Candidates seeking MBA admissions through NMAT 2024 can apply for the exam until October 10. The NMAT exam is administered by GMAC from Nov 5th to Dec 20th. Candidates can take the NMAT exam three times throughout this period. Candidates must complete the retake registration process before applying for another exam. The retake registration process begins shortly after the main registration window is closed. If the trends continue, applicants who wish to submit for a retake under the NMAT exam process can do so beginning October 2024.

Q: Can students give NMAT 3 times?

A: Candidates can take the NMAT exam three times during a single admission period. GMAC considers the best three results to be transmitted to NMAT member institutes for admission. Candidates who intend to appear for more than one exam must complete the retake registration form. Following the initial exam attempt, the candidate can register for a retake. When completing the retake registration form, candidates must pay the registration cost again. Additionally, candidates must schedule the retake exam.

Q: Is there any age limit for NMAT exam?

A: There is no age requirement to apply for the exam. GMAC has not specified any age requirements for applicants, thus anyone from any eligible age group can apply for the NMAT 2024 exam.

Q: Can NRI candidates also apply for this exam?

A: Yes, both NRI and Indian applicants are eligible for this exam. A Bachelor's degree with at least 50% grades is required, as is a GMAT score of 600 or above. Work experience is often preferred when recruiting foreign nationals.

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