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NPAT (National Test for Programs After Twelfth)

NPAT is the entrance test used by NMIMS for admission to various undergraduate programmes, including BBA, B.Com, B.Sc. Finance, BBA (FinTech), Economics, Liberal Arts, Branding & Advertising, and other management programmes.

Duration 100 minutes
Frequency Once a year
Questions 120

Overview

NMIMS-NPAT is an undergraduate entrance examination for students seeking admission to various programmes offered by NMIMS after Class 12. The test is used for programmes across areas such as Management, Commerce, Economics, Liberal Arts, Branding & Advertising, and International Business.

NPAT provides candidates with opportunities to apply to multiple NMIMS programmes and campuses through a common admission process. Candidates can choose their preferred programmes and campus options during registration.

Timeline

Important Dates

Mark your calendar with these key dates

Registration Begins

January 28, 2026

28 Jan
26 May

Registration Closes

May 26, 2026

Slot Booking Window/Exam Scheduling Begins

February 9, 2026

09 Feb
29 May

Exam Scheduling Closes

May 29, 2026

Exam Window Begins

February 10, 2026

10 Feb
31 May

Exam Window Closes

May 31, 2026

  • Merit List: First week of June
  • Structure

    Exam Pattern

    Detailed breakdown of the exam structure

    Subject Questions Marks/Q Negative Total Marks
    Quantitative Reasoning 40 1 0 40
    Logical Reasoning 40 1 0 40
    Verbal Reasoning 40 1 0 40

    Syllabus

    Complete syllabus breakdown

    Quantitative Reasoning

    Data Interpretation, Arithmetic (Profit & Loss, Percentages, Time & Work), Trigonometry, Set Theory, and Number Systems.

    Logical Reasoning

    Verbal Reasoning, Visual/Spatial Reasoning, Data Sufficiency, and Venn Diagrams.

    Verbal Reasoning

    Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Synonyms and Antonyms, Grammar, Sentence Correction, Para Jumbles, Fill in the Blanks and Sentence Completion.

    Eligibility Criteria

    Check if you meet the requirements

    For most NPAT programmes, candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board with at least 50% aggregate marks.

    For programmes such as B.Sc. Finance, BBA (FinTech), and B.Sc. Economics, Mathematics or Statistics is mandatory. Other NPAT programmes may not require Mathematics.

    Candidates appearing for their Class 12 examination can also apply, subject to meeting the prescribed eligibility requirements.

    Important: Eligibility requirements can differ by programme, so candidates should check the latest official NMIMS admission handout before applying.

    Participating Colleges

    Top institutions accepting this exam

    NMIMS Mumbai

    📍 Mumbai, Maharashtra

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    NMIMS Bengaluru

    📍 Bengaluru, Karnataka

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    NMIMS Navi Mumbai

    📍 Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra

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    NMIMS Hyderabad

    📍 Hyderabad, Telangana

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    NMIMS Indore

    📍 Indore, Madhya Pradesh

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    NMIMS Chandigarh

    📍 Chandigarh

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    NMIMS Ahmedabad

    📍 Ahmedabad, Gujarat

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    Previous Year Cut-offs

    Historical cut-off trends

    NPAT does not have a single fixed cut-off applicable to all programmes and campuses. Admission is based on merit, programme availability, campus preference and the applicable admission criteria. Candidates should check the official NMIMS website for the latest admission updates.

    Previous Year Papers

    Practice with past exam papers

    2026

    NPAT 2026 Question Paper PDF

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    Preparation Tips

    Effective preparation strategies for success

    • Strengthen basic concepts in Quantitative Ability.
    • Practise logical reasoning questions regularly.
    • Improve vocabulary and reading speed.
    • Solve NPAT-style questions within time limits.
    • Take full-length mock tests to improve speed.
    • Review incorrect answers and identify weak areas.
    • Practise all three sections consistently.
    • Keep checking the official NMIMS website for the latest exam instructions.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Everything you need to know about this exam

    Candidates are allowed one primary attempt, along with a maximum of two additional attempts.The highest score among the permitted attempts is considered for admission.

    Yes. Candidates can select multiple eligible programmes while completing the NPAT application, subject to the prescribed application rules.

    NPAT scores are used for admission to several undergraduate programmes, including BBA, B.Com, B.Sc. Finance, BBA (FinTech), B.Sc. Economics, and other eligible programmes.

    Some NPAT programmes do not require Mathematics in Class 12, while others have Mathematics or Statistics as a mandatory subject. Candidates should check the programme-specific eligibility requirements before applying.

    No. Candidates should select their examination date and slot carefully because the test schedule generally cannot be rescheduled.

    For NPAT 2026, the participating NMIMS campuses include Mumbai, Bengaluru, Navi Mumbai, Hyderabad, Indore, Chandigarh, and Ahmedabad.

    Yes. Candidates can indicate their campus preferences during the common registration process, so separate registration for every campus is not required.

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