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NMAT 2024 exam will be held from November 5 to December 20, 2024 in a single testing mode as Online Computer Based Test at Exam centers instead of two testing modes last year. NMAT 2024 is a national level computer based MBA entrance test leading to MBA admission 2025 in top MBA colleges like NMIMS Mumbai, K J Somaiya Mumbai, VIT Vellore, XIMB, TAPMI and many others. NMAT Syllabus is released by GMAC with the release of exam notification in August every year on NMAT official website mba.com/nmat. You can also find the complete and section wise NMAT 2024 syllabus at MBAUniverse.com. The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) also releases the NMAT preparation guide with previous test papers along with the release of NMAT syllabus.
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During the last three years, Syllabus for NMAT Exam has remained on similar pattern with minor changes. This year also as there is no change in NMAT exam pattern, the syllabus for NMAT exam 2024 has not changed. Read below all about the NMAT 2024 syllabus and Exam Pattern– its overall and sectional composition, syllabus topics, total questions, weightage
NMAT is online computer based exam conducted in a long testing window. NMAT 2024 is scheduled from November 5 to December 20, 2024. NMAT is a moderate difficulty level exam without negative marking for any question. Key details of NMAT 2024 Exam Pattern are as below:
NMAT 2024 Exam Pattern
| Exam Sections | Number of Questions | Allotted time in Minutes | Scoring Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language Skills | 36 | 28 | 12-120 |
| Quantitative Skills | 36 | 52 | 12-120 |
| Logical Reasoning | 36 | 40 | 12-120 |
| Total | 108 | 120 | 36-360 |
NMAT Syllabus 2024 is divided into three major sections on English Language, Quant and Logical Reasoning. Different type of questions appear in each section of NMAT exam depending upon the ability of test taker from the pool of questions. GMAC releases every year the changes in NMAT syllabus with test taking strategy and expected type of questions in the exam as per the NMAT exam syllabus 2024. Below is shared the overall NMAT syllabus 2024 syllabus for all the sections:
NMAT Syllabus
| Section | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Language Skills Questions: 36 Time Limit: 28 Minutes | The Language Skills Section will comprise questions on vocabulary, Grammar, 1. Comprehension including Synonyms, Antonyms, Analogies, Fill in the Blanks, 1. Cloze Test, identification of Error in sentences, Use of Correct Preposition, 1. Reading Comprehension, Parajumbles and other topics |
| Logical Reasoning Questions: 36 Time Limit: 40 Minutes | The Logical Reasoning section tests you on the two broad areas of reasoning: Verbal Reasoning and Analytical Reasoning. Verbal Reasoning: Statement and Argument; Statement and Assumption; • Statement and Inference; Decision making and Course of Action; Critical Reasoning Analytical Reasoning: Linear and Circular Arrangements; Classification; • Syllogisms; Blood Relation Questions; Coding Questions; Series Questions; • Direction Questions; Alphabet Test Questions; Input Output questions; Matrix Type Questions; Symbol Based Questions; Other Reasoning Questions |
| Quantitative Skills Questions: 36 Time Limit: 52 minutes | The questions are designed to assess the quantitative aptitude of candidates who have basic understanding of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, mensuration, modern maths, etc. The questions on DI are about clear interpretation, summarization, and analysis of the data. Arithmetic: Time & Work, Simple & Compound Interest, Ratio-Proportions, Percentages, Numbers, Other Questions on Arithmetic, HCF-LCM Algebra: Equations, Inequalities, Log, Linear Equations, HCF-LCM, Quadratic Equation, Absolute Value, Logarithm, Other questions on Algebra Geometry & Mensuration: Lines, Triangles, Angles, Polygons, Circles-radius, circumference, diameter, chord, Arc, Tangent, Square & Rectangles, Cubes, 3 Dimensional Figures, Pythagoras Theorem, Base Angle Theorem, Longest Side Theorem, Quadrilaterals, Parallelogram, Rhombus, Trapezium, Cuboid, Cylinder, Cone, Sphere Modern Math: Permutation & Combination, Probability, Coordinate Geometry, Progression-Arithmetic, Geometric, Harmonic, Relationship, Set Theory, Venn Diagrams Data Interpretation: Tables, Bar Chart, Pie Chart, Line Graphs |
NMAT Language Skills Syllabus carries overall 33% Weight in NMAT exam. Out of total 108 questions in NMAT, 36 questions are based on Language Skills section. Below is shared the topic wise syllabus for NMAT on Language Skills section with number of questions in the exam and actual questions that appeared last year.
NMAT Syllabus for Language Skills
| Section: Language Skills | Syllabus | No of Questions Appeared in NMAT 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Language Skills – Verbal Ability | Sentence Correction (8 Qs); Jumbled Paragraphs (5 Qs); Fill in the Blanks (8 Qs); Analogy (7 Qs) | 28 |
| Reading Comprehension | 2 RC Passages on Japanese economy from WW II to present”’ and “Challenges in implementing solar energy” | 8 |
| Total Questions | (Includes Verbal and RC) | 36 |
Exam Wise Section wise Topics & Types of Questions Table
Year: NMAT 2023
Section: Language Skills
| Sub-section/ Topic | Type of Questions | Description | No of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verbal Ability | Spot the Error in Underlined Parts; Correction in Sentences | Grammatically Incorrect Sentences | 8 |
| -- | Jumbled Paragraph | Placing the Jumbled sentences in coherent paragraphs | 5 |
| -- | Fill in the Blanks | Filling Blanks in each sentence with correct Vocabulary, Grammatically correct words and parts of sentences | 8 |
| Reading Comprehension | 2 Passages followed by 4 Questions each | -- | -- |
| Questions on True False Statement, Argument, Inference, Main Idea, Interpretation of Phrase as used in RC; Passage Title | RC Passage 1 | Topic: “Japanese economy from WW II to present” | 4 |
| -- | RC Passage 2 | Topic: “Challenges in implementing solar energy” | 4 |
| Total Questions | Includes VARC | -- | 36 |
The Logical Reasoning section in NMAT carries overall 33% Weight in the exam. Out of total 108 questions, 36 questions are based on Reasoning only. The Logical Reasoning Section has an individual time limit of 40 minutes to attempt the questions. The questions are based on three topics, namely- Verbal Reasoning, Critical Reasoning and Analytical Reasoning. Below is shared the topic wise Logical Reasoning Syllabus with number of questions that appeared last year:
NMAT Syllabus for Logical Reasoning
| Syllabus for Logical Reasoning Topics | Syllabus | No of Questions Appeared in NMAT 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Verbal Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning | Syllogisms (1 Q); Puzzle (3 Qs); Sequence/Series (2 Qs); Direction sense (1 Q); Unitary Method (2 Qs); Input-Output (7 Qs); Arrangements (4 Qs); Inference/Assumptions (7 Qs); Weakening of Arguments (4 Qs); Decision Making (1 Q); Course of Action (1 Q); St | 36 |
| Total Questions | Includes Verbal Reasoning, Critical Reasoning & Analytical Reasoning | 36 |
Exam Wise Section wise Topics & Types of Questions Table
Year: NMAT 2023
Section: Logical Reasoning
| Sub-section/ Topic | Type of Questions | Description | No of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verbal Reasoning | Includes Syllogism, Puzzles, Series, Input-Output, Arrangements among others | Syllogisms (1 Q); Puzzle (3 Qs); Sequence/Series (2 Qs); Direction sense (1 Q); Unitary Method (2 Qs); Input-Output (7 Qs); Arrangements (4 Qs); | 20 |
| Critical Reasoning | Includes Inference, Assumptions, Weakening of Arguments, Decision Making, Statement-Argument/Assumption/Conclusion | Inference/Assumptions (7 Qs); Weakening of Arguments (4 Qs); Decision Making (1 Q); Course of Action (1 Q); Statement-Argument (1 Q); Statement-Assumption (1 Q); Statement-Conclusion (1 Q) | 16 |
| Total Questions | Includes Verbal Reasoning, Critical Reasoning & Analytical Reasoning | -- | 36 |
The Quantitative Skills syllabus in NMAT also carries overall 33% Weight in the exam. It has individual section time limit of 52 minutes and comprises 36 questions out of total 108 questions. Major topics on which questions are based include Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Number system, Data Interpretation, Data Sufficiency among others. Below is shared the topic wise Quantitative Skills sectional pattern with number of questions in the exam and actual NMAT questions that appeared last year:
NMAT Syllabus for Quantitative Skills
| Syllabus for Quantitative Skills | Syllabus | No of Questions Appeared in NMAT 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Arithmetic | Simple and Compound Interest (3 Qs), Profit and Loss (2 Qs), Percentages(4 Qs), Partnership (1 Qs), Time and Work(1Q) | 11 |
| Algebra | Cubic Equation (1 Q), Algebraic Formulae (1 Q) | 2 |
| Numbers | Divisibility, Factors, Multiples | 3 |
| Data Interpretation | Bar graph (2 Qs) Line graph (2 Qs), Table (4 Qs) | 8 |
| Data Sufficiency | Numbers (2 Qs), Arithmetic (2 Qs) | 4 |
| Total Questions | Includes Quant, DI & DS | 36 |
Exam Wise Section wise Topics & Types of Questions Table
Year: NMAT 2023
Section: Quantitative Skills
| Sub-section/ Topic | Type of Questions | Description | No of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arithmetic | Interest | Simple and Compound Interest | 3 |
| Arithmetic | Percentage, Profit & Loss | Profit and Loss, Percentages, Partnership | 7 |
| Arithmetic | TSD, T&W | Time & Work | 1 |
| Algebra | Equation, Formulae | Cubic Equation, Algebraic Formulae | 2 |
| Modern Math | P&C, Probability, Log | Permutation & Combination(3), Probability(3), Logarithms(2) | 8 |
| Number System | Dvisions, Multiples | Divisibility, Multiplicity | 3 |
| Data Interpretation | Graphs, Tables | Bar graph (2 Qs) Line graph (2 Qs), Table (4 Qs) | 8 |
| Data Sufficiency | Number sufficiency, Arithmetic calculation | Numbers (2 Qs), Arithmetic (2 Qs) | 4 |
| Total Questions | Quant, DI, DS | -- | 36 |
Every year different types of questions appear in the exam. During the last few years, the NMAT exam pattern has been modified. So, while choosing the best books for NMAT preparation, it should be kept in mind that the books are conversant with the changed exam pattern and difficulty level.
NMAT Preparation Book by GMAC
Graduate Management Admission Council has released a comprehensive ‘NMAT by GMAC 2024 Preparation Guide’. This NMAT preparation book is the authentic and official NMAT 2024 preparation guide. The book contains NMAT by GMAC 2024 syllabus, fundamentals to prepare, access to NMAT Mocks, CD to prepare, previous NMAT questions, probable NMAT questions among others.
Section-Wise 10 Best books for NMAT Preparation
If you are self-preparing for the exam or are preparing with the support of coaching institute, in both the cases, the latest edition of the books for preparation as shared below section wise will help you in getting more conceptual clarity, practice questions and attempting the sample papers
NMAT Preparation Books for Language Skills
NMAT Preparation Books for Logical Reasoning
NMAT Preparation Books for Quantitative Skills
Q: Is the NMAT 2024 Syllabus Changed? What are the important changes
A: The most recent changes in the syllabus were in 2020 with reduction in number of questions from 120 to 108 and change in scoring scheme. Since then same syllabus is being followed.
Q: Is NMAT exam syllabus published by GMAC before the exam?
A: Yes, broad syllabus for upcoming NMAT exam is published along with the release of NMAT notification.
Q: Which Section syllabus in NMAT is considered more difficult to cover?
A: All the sections in NMAT carry equal weightage and are equally important. NMAT is a moderate difficulty exam, as such none of the sections is considered more difficult. However, it depends on your aptitude. If you have Mathematics back ground, you may find Quant easier, but if you have Arts/Humanities back ground, you may find Language skills easier
Q: How much time is sufficient to cover complete NMAT syllabus?
A: If you are devoting time and studying 3-4 hours a day, 3-4 months are considered sufficient to cover the syllabus.
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