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NMAT Cut off is released in the form of either marks or percentile by NMIMS and each of the other MBA colleges accepting NMAT scores. While NMIMS Mumbai has the highest NMAT cut off percentile score around 98-99, there are colleges that accept between 70-80 percentile. Going by NMAT 2024 score vs percentile analysis by experts, you need about 225 marks to get a 98+ percentile in NMAT 2024.
Based on last year’s NMAT Cut off trends, the cut off for NMIMS Bangalore and NMIMS Hyderabad is comparatively lower than the Mumbai campus. It ranges from 95-98 percentile or a score of 215-220.
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Like CAT cut off for IIM, there is sectional cut off for NMAT as well. Predicting this year’s NMAT 2024 sectional cut off based on past trends and this year’s exam difficulty level analysis, we suggest a scaled score of 80-85 for language skills, 75-80 for logical reasoning, and 72-75 for quantitative skills.
| Section | NMAT 2024 Expected Cut off |
|---|---|
| Language Skills | 85+ |
| Logical Reasoning | 79+ |
| Quantitative Skills | 73+ |
| Overall | 205-245 |
Check NMAT 2024 College Predictor to Know Your Admission Chances
Ques. Can I get NMIMS with a score of 225 in NMAT 2024?
Ans. Yes, 225 is a good score for chances of admission to MBA courses in NMIMS. This score can surely get you eligible for NMIMS Hyderabad, Bangalore, Indore, and Navi Mumbai as the expected cut off score is around 200-220. For NMIMS Mumbai also you have admission chances depending on this year’s cut off and the performance of the test-takers. Usually, you need above 98+ percentile or 225+ for NMIMS Mumbai.
Ques. What is my percentile for 212 marks in NMAT?
Ans. You can expect a 95 percentile or above if you have secured 212 marks in NMAT. With these scores, you can expect admission to all NMAT score accepting colleges in India except NMIMS Mumbai.
Ques. Can I apply for SP Jain through NMAT scores?
Ans. No, you cannot apply for SP Jain through NMAT scores. This is because SP Jain Institute of Management and Research does not accept NMAT scores for its PGDM courses. Only CAT or GMAT scores can get you into SP Jain institute.
Must read this article to know the list of all the colleges accepting NMAT Cut off 2024 between 70-80 percentile, 80-90 percentile, and 90-100 percentile.
NMIMS NMAT Cut off 2024 (Expected)
| NMIMS Campus | NMAT Cut off score | NMAT Cut off percentile | Fee (in lakhs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NMIMS Mumbai | 235+ | 98-99 | 20.80 |
| NMIMS Bangalore | 220+ | 91-94 | 18.10 |
| NMIMS Hyderabad | 210+ | 90-92 | 16.50 |
| NMIMS Indore | 200+ | 85-90 | 15.00 |
| NMIMS Navi Mumbai | 180+ | 80-85 | 16.54 |
Section-wise Expected NMAT Cut off for NMIMS
Candidates must go through the expected sectional NMAT 2024 cut off for NMIMS campuses tabulated below.
| NMIMS College | Quantitative Aptitude | Logical Reasoning | Language Skills |
|---|---|---|---|
| NMIMS Mumbai | 76 | 65 | 60 |
| NMIMS Bangalore | 74 | 73 | 75 |
| NMIMS Hyderabad | 55 | 55 | 55 |
| NMIMS Indore | 55 | 50 | 50 |
| NMIMS Navi Mumbai | 65 | 67 | 64 |
Course-wise NMAT Cut off for NMIMS Mumbai
Course-wise NMAT cut off 2024 for NMIMS Mumbai can be around 210+ for MBA in HR/PGDM. Given below is the NMIMS Mumbai NMAT Cut off 2022.
| Course | Language Skills | Quantitative Aptitude | Logical Reasoning | Overall Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBA in HR/ PGDM | 55 | 74 | 61 | 208 |
| MBA Banking/ MBA Capital Marketing | 55 | 74 | 61 | 208 |
| MBA in Pharmaceutical Management | 50 | 50 | 50 | 169 |
NMAT College Predictor 2024
Candidates who appear for NMAT 2022 exam must use the college predictor tool to predict their chances of getting a call from the eligible colleges based on their expected scores and percentile. NMAT 2024 College Predictor uses the previous year cut off data of 70+ colleges that accept NMAT scores for MBA/ PGDM admissions. Check NMAT College Predictor 2024
NMAT Cut off 2024 for Top Colleges (Expected)
SDA Boccani NMAT Cut off is expected to be above 200. As per the previous years’ cut off analysis, XIMB NMAT cut off is likely to be around 90-92 percentile
| NMAT College | NMAT 2024 Cut Off |
|---|---|
| SRM University NMAT Cut off | 200+ marks |
| VIT University NMAT Cut off | 200+ marks |
| XIMB NMAT Cut off | 90+ percentile |
| TAPMI NMAT Cut off | 80+ percentile |
| BSE Institute Limited NMAT Cut off | 200+ marks |
| Amity University NMAT Cut off | 200+ marks |
| Shiv Nadar University NMAT Cut off | 200+ marks |
| BML Munjal University NMAT Cut off | 200+ marks |
| ITM Navi Mumbai NMAT Cut off | 200+ marks |
| SDA Bocconi NMAT Cut off | 80+ percentile |
| K J Somaiya NMAT Cut off | 200+ marks |
| Mody University NMAT Cut off | 200+ marks |
| Bennett University NMAT Cut off | 180+ marks |
| ISBR Bangalore NMAT Cut off | 170+ marks |
| Woxsen Business School Hyderabad NMAT Cut off | 160+ marks |
| UPES NMAT Cut off | 160+ marks |
| Amrut Mody School of Management NMAT Cut off | 150+ marks |
| LM Thapar NMAT Cut off | 50+ percentile |
Ques. I will take NMAT 2024 twice. Which of the 2 scores will be considered?
Ques. How is NMAT Cut off calculated?
Ques. Is 200 a good score in NMAT?
NMAT Cutoff-wise List of Colleges
Based on the analysis of NMAT previous year cut offs 2020, 2019, 2018, and 2017, we have provided below the list of colleges with cut offs above 90, 80, 70, and 60 percentiles respectively. It has been observed that the cut off for these colleges is usually in these given ranges every year.
Top Colleges Accepting NMAT Cut off 90+ Percentile
| NMAT college | NMAT cut off percentile |
|---|---|
| NMIMS Mumbai Campus | 95+ |
| NMIMS Bengaluru Campus | 91+ |
| NMIMS Hyderabad Campus | 90+ |
| XIM, Bhubaneswar | 90+ |
Top Colleges Accepting NMAT Cut off 80-90 Percentile
| NMAT College | NMAT cut off percentile |
|---|---|
| VIT, Vellore | 85+ |
| SRM University, Chennai | 80+ |
| Shiv Nadar University, Greater Noida (Delhi NCR) | 85+ |
| SDA Bocconi, Mumbai | 80+ |
Top Colleges Accepting NMAT Cut off 70-80 Percentile
| NMAT College | NMAT cut off percentile |
|---|---|
| IBS (ICFAI B-schools), Hyderabad & 9 other cities | 75+ |
| Alliance University, Bangalore | 70-75 |
| BSE Institute Ltd, Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad | 75-80 |
| WOXSEN, Hyderabad | 75+ |
| Amity University, Noida (Delhi NCR) | 70+ |
Top Colleges Accepting NMAT Cut off 60-70 Percentile
| NMAT College | NMAT cut off percentile |
|---|---|
| Thapar School of Management, Chandigarh | 65+ |
| UPES, Dehradun | 65+ |
| BML Munjal University, Gurgaon | 65+ |
| ITM, Navi Mumbai | 65+ |
| Mody University, Laxman Garh (Jaipur) | 60+ |
| GSIB, Visakhapatnam | 65+ |
| HBS, Hyderabad | 60+ |
Check NMAT 2024 Score vs Percentile
K J Somaiya NMAT Cut off 2024
K J Somaiya Institute of Management is one of the top AICTE approved MBA colleges located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Candidates who have taken NMAT 2024 can apply for MBA 2024-26 admissions at the institute.
- KJ Somaiya accepts NMAT scores for admission to its MBA/ MBA IB/ MBA RM/ MBA FS/ MBA IMC/ MBA HR courses. Apart from NMAT, K J Somaiya also accepts CMAT/ CAT/ XAT/ GMAT scores.
- K J Somaiya does not release section-wise cut offs and considers only the overall NMAT Cut off for admission.
- Based on last year’s data, KJ Somaiya NMAT Cut off is expected to be in the range of 225-230.
- Candidates meeting NMAT cut off 2024 will be eligible to participate in the shortlisting process that will include case study, group discussion, and personal interview rounds.
- Candidates applying at K J Somaiya through NMAT 2024 must note that NMAT scores will be given a weightage of 35% in preparing the final merit list. Other parameters will include GP & PI scores, work experience, and educational qualifications.
Tabulated below is the list of courses and the number of seats offered for admission:
| Course | Seats |
|---|---|
| MBA | 240+ Supernumerary Seats |
| MBA Financial Services | 60 |
| MBA Retail Management | 60 |
| MBA IMC | 60 |
| MBA Human Resources | 30 |
Read more about K J Somaiya Cut off & Admission Process
Ques. What is NMIMS NMAT Cut off?
Ques. What is considered a good score in NMAT exam to get a seat in NMIMS Mumbai?
Ques. Is which form is NMAT Cut off released- score or percentile?
NMAT Cut off 2021
Given below is the section-wise NMAT Cut off range for NMIMS Campuses.
| Sections | NMIMS Mumbai Cut off | NMIMS Bangalore Cut off |
|---|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning | 68-75 | 73-75 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 70-75 | 65-70 |
| Language Skills | 60-70 | 68-73 |
| Overall Cut off | 215-230 | 200-210 |
NMAT Cut off 2021 for Top Colleges
| NMAT College | Cut-Off Score / Percentile |
|---|---|
| NMIMS, Mumbai | 235+ score |
| NMIMS, Bangalore | 220+ score |
| NMIMS, Hyderabad | 220+ score |
| ISB, Hyderabad | 140+ score |
| XIM, Bhubaneswar | 90+ percentile |
| Shiv Nadar University | 85+ percentile |
| SDA Bocconi Asia Centre, Mumbai | 200+ score |
| SRM University | 180+ score |
| VIT, Vellore | 200+ score |
| ISBR Business School, Bengaluru | 140+ score |
NMAT Cut off 2020
| Sections | NMIMS Mumbai Cut off | NMIMS Bangalore/ Hyderabad Cut off |
|---|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning | 79+ | 70+ |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 73+ | 65+ |
| Language Skills | 85+ | 75+ |
NMAT Cut off 2019
| College | Language Skills (96) | Quantitative Aptitude (144) | Logical Reasoning (120) | Overall Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NMIMS Mumbai (Full-time MBA Program/ MBA Banking/ MBA Capital Market/ MBA HR) | 55 | 74 | 61 | 208 |
| NMIMS Mumbai (Full-time MBA Pharmaceutical Management) | 50 | 50 | 50 | 169 |
| NMIMS Bangalore (PGDM) | 55 | 70 | 55 | 200 |
| NMIMS Hyderabad (PGDM) | 55 | 70 | 55 | 200 |
NMAT Cut off 2018
| Section | NMIMS Mumbai Cut off | NMIMS Bangalore Cut off |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Skills | 65 | 65 |
| Logical Reasoning | 60 | 50 |
| Language Skills | 57 | 55 |
| Total | 209 | 200 |
NMAT Cut off 2017
| Section | NMIMS Mumbai Cut off | NMIMS Bangalore Cut off |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Skills | 65 | 65 |
| Logical Reasoning | 60 | 60 |
| Language Skills | 60 | 50 |
| Total | 210 | 190 |
NMAT Cut off 2016
| Section | NMIMS Mumbai Cut off | NMIMS Bangalore Cut off |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Skills | 74 | 70 |
| Logical Reasoning | 31 | 55 |
| Language Skills | 55 | 55 |
| Total | 208 | 200 |
Factors Determining NMAT Cut Off 2024
Various parameters are taken into consideration while deciding the cutoff for NMAT:
- The number of seats available in a particular course.
- The difficulty level of the exam.
- Number of applicants for NMAT 2024
- The total number of candidates who actually appeared for the exam.
- Previous years’ cut-offs and admission trends.
NMAT 2024 Admission Process
NMAT 2024 Admission process involves appearing for NMAT exam, clearing the cut offs, appearing for GD, WAT, and PI rounds, and the release of the final merit list of shortlisted candidates.
Take NMAT by GMAC exam: Firstly, candidates need to take NMAT 2022 exam scheduled for 70 days from Oct/Dec, 2024.
Clear NMAT Cut off: After the declaration of NMAT result, the respective participating colleges will release their sectional and overall NMAT cut offs. Candidates who have scored above the minimum cut offs will be eligible to take part in the further rounds of selection.
Group Discussion (GD): Candidates will be divided into groups of 7-10 and a relevant topic will be given for discussion. Candidates will be judged for their vision, viewpoints, leadership skills, and decision-making skills.
Personal Interview (PI): The GD round will be followed by the PI round. Candidates will be interviewed by a panel of experts and members of the internal selection committee. This round is mainly conducted to analyse the candidate’s personality, his/ her confidence and knowledge of important current affairs. Check NMAT 2024 GD/ PI Preparation
Release of Final Merit List: The final selection criteria for admission to MBA/PGDM programs via NMAT 2021 may be different for different participating institutes. Given below is the list of factors that will be taken into consideration at the time of final selection for 2024 admissions:
- NMAT 2024 score
- Personal Interview
- Written Ability Test
- Group Discussion
- Academic record
- Work Experience
- Academic/Gender diversity
Read detailed NMAT 2024 Selection Process
NMIMS MBA 2024-26 Seat Intake
Tabulated below is expected the course-wise number of seats available at NMIMS campuses for MBA admissions through NMAT 2024 exam.
| NMIMS Campus | Name of the MBA Program | Seats Available |
|---|---|---|
| NMIMS Mumbai | MBA (2 year full-time program with specialization in Finance/Information Systems/Marketing/ Operations) | 600 |
| NMIMS Mumbai | MBA- Human Resources | 120 |
| NMIMS Mumbai | MBA- Decision Science & Analytics | 60 |
| NMIMS Mumbai | MBA- Pharmaceutical Management | 120 |
| NMIMS Mumbai | MBA- Business Analytics | 240 |
| NMIMS Hyderabad | MBA | 120 |
| NMIMS Hyderabad | MBA- Business Analytics | 60 |
| NMIMS Navi Mumbai | MBA | 120 |
| NMIMS Indore | MBA | 60 |
| NMIMS Bengaluru | MBA | 120 |
NMAT 2024 Cut off FAQs
Ques. What is a good score for NMAT?
Ans. Based on NMAT Cut off analysis of previous years, it can be observed that a score between 180 and 230 is good in NMAT for MBA admission. For admission in NMIMS campuses, 215+ is a good score in NMAT to lock your chances of selection.
Ques. Is 150 a good score in NMAT?
Ans. With a score of 150 in NMAT, you will not be able to get admission in top NMAT score accepting colleges including NMIMS Mumbai, NMIMS Bengaluru, KJ Somaiya, SP Jain, etc. However, there are other good b-schools like IBS Hyderabad, LM Thapar School of Management, etc. that may accept a score of 150 in NMAT.
Ques. Is 140 a good score in NMAT?
Ans. Your chances of admission with a score of 140 are low. Some MBA colleges that may accept a low score of 140 include HBS Hyderabad, UPES Dehradun, Mody University Jaipur, ITM Navi Mumbai, etc.
Ques. Is 204 a good NMAT score?
Ans. Yes, 204 is a good score in NMAT for admission to B-Schools other than NMIMS like VIT Vellore, SDA Bocconi, XIMB. For NMIMS Mumbai, NMIMS Bangalore, and NMIMS Hyderabad, NMAT Cut off score usually ranges between 210-230.
Ques. How can I get 90 percentile in NMAT?
Ans. Based on NMAT Score vs Percentile analysis of previous years, to get a 90 percentile in NMAT, you need a score in the range of 195-205. To score above 95 percentile, you require a score above 215 in NMAT exam.
Ques. Is it difficult to crack NMAT?
Ans. NMAT is of moderate difficulty with no negative marking. It is not very difficult to crack NMAT if you have prepared well for all the three sections. NMAT Cut off score of 150-230 is good to get admission in MBA/PGDM based on NMAT score and percentile.
Ques. What is the expected NMAT 2024 Cut off for SDA Bocconi?
Ans. SDA Bocconi offers MBA and Executive MBA courses in International Business through NMAT scores. NMAT 2024 Cut off score for SDA Bocconi is expected to be 200.
Ques. What is the expected NMAT 2024 cutoff for NMIMS, Mumbai?
Ans. Based on the previous year's cut off analysis, candidates can expect NMAT 2024 Cut off for NMIMS, Mumbai to be in the range of 95 to 98 percentile. For other NMIMS campuses, the cut off can be expected to be in the range of 93-96 percentile.
Ques. Which are the top 10 MBA institutes apart from NMIMS that accept NMAT 2024 scores?
Ans. Top 10 MBA institutes that will accept NMAT 2024 scores are:
- XIMB, Bhubaneshwar
- ISB, Hyderabad
- Alliance School of Business, Bangalore
- SDA Bocconi Asia Center, Mumbai
- VIT Vellore
- SRM University, Delhi NCR, Sonepat
- Shiv Nadar University
- ITM, Navi Mumbai
- BML Munjal University
- ISBR Business School, Mumbai
Ques. What are the factors affecting NMAT Cut off?
Ans. For determining NMAT Cut off, the following factors are taken into consideration:
- Difficulty level of NMAT exam
- Number of candidates who appear for the exam
- Number of Seats Available
- Previous Year Cut off and admission trends
Ques. What are some of the top colleges in Bangalore that accept NMAT scores for admission?
Ans. Top colleges in Bangalore that accept NMAT scores for admission are:
- NMIMS, Bangalore
- Alliance University, Bangalore
- ICFAI Business School, Bangalore
- ISBR Business School, Bangalore
Ques. I have cleared the overall NMAT 2024 cut off, but not the sectional cut off. Am I eligible for admission?
Ans. No, you are not eligible for participation in further rounds of selection. It is mandatory to clear both sectional and overall NMAT Cut offs for admission. Clearing only the overall cut off will not make you eligible for MBA admission based on NMAT scores.
Ques. What is the expected NMAT 2024 Cut off for KJ Somaiya Institute of Management?
Ans. KJ Somaiya Institute of Management is one of the top MBA/ PGDM colleges approved by UGC. Based on previous year trends, KJ Somaiya NMAT Cut off 2024 is expected to be in the range of 220-230 for MBA 2024-26 admission.
Ques. What is the sectional cut off for NMAT 2024?
Ans. NMAT 2024 sectional cut offs will be released by NMIMS. Based on previous year cut offs, the sectional NMAT Cut off is tabulated below:
| Section | NMAT Cut Off 2024 (Expected) |
|---|---|
| Language Skills | 76+ |
| Logical Reasoning | 70+ |
| Quantitative Skills | 75+ |
| Overall | 210-250 |
Ques. Which NMIMS Campuses have the highest and the lowest cut off?
Ans. NMIMS Mumbai has the highest cut off of around 94+ percentile. NMIMS Hyderabad & Bengaluru have NMAT cut offs in the range of 90-94 percentile. However, based on previous years’ analysis, NMIMS NMAT Cut offs for Navi Mumbai & Indore campuses are the lowest at 80-85 percentile.
Ques. How is the final merit list prepared for NMAT MBA admissions?
Ans. The final merit list is prepared after taking into account the scores obtained in NMAT exam, performance in GD/ PI rounds, academic records, and work experience. Given below is the expected weightage that will be assigned to various parameters for preparing the final NMAT 2024 MBA admissions list:
| Factor | Weightage |
|---|---|
| NMAT by GMAC Score | 70% |
| Group Discussion (GD) | 10% |
| Personal Interview | 10% |
| Academic Performance | 5% |
| Work Experience | 5% |
Ques. How many B-Schools accept NMAT scores for MBA/ PGDM admissions?
Ans. There are more than 42 B-schools in India that accept NMAT scores for admission to MBA/ PGDM programs. Also, NMAT scores are accepted by 25+ colleges located in Nigeria, South Africa, Morocco, and the Philippines.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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