NMAT 2025 Retake Cycle Begins, Giving Aspirants Another Opportunity to Boost Their Scores

The NMAT 2025 Retake registration is now live, running from November 6 to December 16, 2025. This is a crucial opportunity for aspirants to leverage the three-attempt policy and significantly improve their score for admission to top B-schools like NMIMS. Candidates must pay the retake fee (approximately ₹3,000 + taxes) and adhere to the mandatory 15-day gap between attempts. Access your NMAT by GMAC dashboard immediately to register and schedule your second or third attempt before the window closes.

The NMAT by GMAC™ 2025 testing cycle, which runs from November 5 to December 19, 2025, is currently in its most critical phase: the Retake Window. Unlike most competitive management exams, NMAT offers aspirants the unique and highly beneficial flexibility to appear for the test up to three times in a single testing cycle (one initial attempt and a maximum of two retakes). This feature is particularly valuable for candidates who underperformed in their first attempt or those aiming to reach the higher scaled scores required by premier institutions like NMIMS Mumbai.

​The registration period for these retakes officially began on November 6, 2025, and will close on December 16, 2025. As of the dateline November 25, 2025, aspirants who have completed their first attempt must strategically plan their subsequent efforts to maximize their chances. The opportunity to better your score ends with the closing of this retake registration and scheduling window.

​ Critical Retake Registration and Scheduling Logistics

​Successfully scheduling a retake requires strict adherence to the dates and the mandatory cooling-off period stipulated by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC).

• ​Retake Registration Window (Open Now):
  • ​The registration window is open from November 6, 2025, to December 16, 2025. Candidates must register and pay the retake fee within this period.
• ​Mandatory 15-Day Gap Rule: 
  • ​Aspirants must ensure a minimum gap of 15 days between any two attempts (initial or retake). For example, if your first attempt was on November 10, your next eligible date is November 25 or later.
  • ​This cooling-off period is enforced to allow candidates time for targeted revision and prevents rushed, back-to-back attempts without sufficient preparation.
• ​Retake Fee and Process: 
  • ​To register for a retake, candidates must log into their NMAT by GMAC dashboard on mba.com.
  • ​Navigate to the "Retake" section and complete the registration.
  • ​The retake fee is approximately ₹3,000 plus applicable taxes (same as the initial application fee) and must be paid online via credit/debit card or net banking to successfully secure the new slot.
• ​Scheduling the Retake Exam: 
  • ​Once the fee is paid, candidates can immediately proceed to schedule their second or third attempt, choosing a preferred date, time, and test center (or online proctored slot) available within the overall testing window (ending December 19, 2025).

​ Strategic Benefits of the Three-Attempt Policy

​The NMAT by GMAC's three-attempt policy is a game-changer, offering strategic advantages that traditional single-attempt exams do not provide. Candidates must use this flexibility intelligently.

• ​Score Improvement Potential:
  • ​The primary benefit is the ability to improve the scaled score in the three mandatory sections: Language Skills, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Skills. GMAC uses the best of the three scores for shortlisting and final admission across all participating B-schools.
  • ​Candidates who had a bad first day due to technical issues, poor time management, or anxiety have a guaranteed second and third chance to perform at their peak level.
• ​Targeted Revision based on Score Preview:
  • ​NMAT offers an instant, unofficial score preview immediately after the exam and the official score card within 48 hours.
  • ​This quick feedback allows candidates to pinpoint weaker sections and focus their revision efforts exclusively on those areas during the 15-day gap, making the retake preparation highly targeted and efficient.
• ​Flexibility in Choosing Exam Order:
  • ​Even in the retake, candidates retain the flexibility to choose the order of the three sections (Language Skills, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Skills) only once before the test starts. This can be strategically used to tackle the strongest section first.

​Top B-Schools and Scaled Score Target

​The decision to opt for a retake should be directly linked to the scaled score targets of the preferred NMAT-accepting institutes. The competition is intense, and every point counts.

• ​Target Score for Top Institutes:
  • ​Premier institutions like NMIMS Mumbai typically require a scaled score in the range of 235+ and strong sectional scores. Other top schools like Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB), KJ Somaiya Institute of Management, and TAPMI also demand competitive scores.
  • ​Candidates who scored below 225 in their first attempt should seriously consider a retake to ensure they clear the composite score cut-offs for the flagship programs.
• ​Best Score Considered: 
  • ​All participating institutions strictly follow the rule that the best score from the maximum of three attempts will be used for the final merit list and subsequent selection process (Group Discussion/Personal Interview).
• ​Final Date for Retake Exam: 
  • ​The overall NMAT testing window ends on December 19, 2025. Candidates must schedule their final retake attempt no later than this date, keeping the 15-day gap in mind relative to their previous attempt.

​Conclusion: Maximize Your Final NMAT Attempt

​The commencement of the NMAT 2025 retake cycle is the final, crucial opportunity for aspirants to significantly enhance their admission chances. With the deadline for registration and scheduling looming on December 16, 2025, immediate action is required. Log into your dashboard, pay the retake fee, plan your 15-day preparation strategy based on your sectional weaknesses, and book your attempt with a clear goal of achieving your target scaled score. This flexibility is your key to unlocking admission into a top B-school.

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