NMAT 2025 Examination Window Concludes Today

The NMAT by GMAC 2025 examination window concludes today, on December 19, 2025. This marks the end of the multi-attempt testing cycle for MBA aspirants seeking admission to top B-schools like NMIMS. Candidates must now pivot their focus from the exam to the post-result selection process. We cover the crucial next steps, including score release, expected cutoffs for top programs, and the revamped NMIMS selection criteria (Competency Assessment and PI). Get a head start on your post-NMAT strategy. This guide provides essential timelines and target scores for your admission success.

The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) brings the curtain down on the NMAT by GMAC 2025 testing window today, December 19, 2025. This extensive period, which began on November 5, allowed management aspirants the unique flexibility of multiple attempts to maximize their scores. For thousands of candidates, the focus now shifts entirely to the next, critical phases of the MBA admission journey: score release, shortlisting, and the final selection rounds. The forthcoming weeks will be dominated by cut-off speculation and preparation for the post-NMAT assessment stages, particularly for NMIMS, the primary accepting institution.

The Immediate Next Steps: Scorecards and Shortlisting

For candidates who appeared for the exam, the immediate priority is obtaining the official scores and checking eligibility against the announced cutoffs.

• Score Card Release Timeline
  • Unofficial Score: Immediately available after the test submission (both at the test centre and for online proctored mode).
  • Official Scorecard: Released online within 48 hours of the examination. Candidates can download this from their official NMAT dashboard.
• Understanding Score Validity:
  • The NMAT score is generally accepted by B-schools for the 2026-2028 academic cycle.
  • Crucial Note for NMIMS Aspirants: NMIMS (Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies) only considers the first attempt score for its admission process, a critical detail to remember when strategizing.

Expected NMAT Cutoffs and Score Benchmarks

Meeting the institutional cutoffs is the first barrier to cross for an interview call. While official figures will be released by the respective B-schools in the coming weeks, based on the previous year's trends and the new selection criteria, aspirants should target the following overall scores for competitive programs:

The Revamped NMIMS Selection Process 2026-28

NMIMS has significantly updated its final selection criteria for the 2026-28 batch, moving towards a more holistic assessment that places less emphasis on the NMAT score alone. This change emphasizes a candidate's overall aptitude and fit.

• New Components and Weightages
  • Competency Assessment Test (50%): This is a newly introduced, high-weightage component assessing skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication. It may include a psychometric test and a writing ability test.
  • NMAT by GMAC Score (20%): The exam score now constitutes a reduced weight in the final merit list calculation.
  • Personal Interview (10%): Assesses communication skills, motivation, and leadership potential.
  • Work Experience & Academics (20%): Combined weightage for professional exposure and past performance in the 12th grade and Graduation.
• Shortlisting and Final Merit:
  • Candidates clearing the NMAT cutoff are shortlisted.
  • The final merit list is then calculated based on the combined performance across the NMAT score, Competency Assessment, Personal Interview, and profile components.

Conclusion

The conclusion of the NMAT 2025 examination window is a pivotal moment, marking the shift from test preparation to the strategic second stage of the MBA admission process. While the test is over, the journey is not. The new, weighted selection process, particularly for NMIMS, demands rigorous preparation for the Competency Assessment and Personal Interview.

Aspirants must now focus on preparing their profile and soft skills. Monitor the official NMIMS portal closely for the release of your first-attempt scorecard and the announcement of the interview shortlist dates in January 2026.

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