NPAT 2025: Exam Dates, Syllabus, Registration, Pattern, Preparation Tips, Eligibility, Seats

NMIMS Programs After Twelfth 2025 ( NMIMS - NPAT )

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Updated on Nov 18, 2024 12:30 IST

SVKMs NMIMS will release NPAT 2025 exam details in November. Candidates can check details on NMIMS NPAT 2025, including eligibility, seats, pattern, syllabus, and more here.

NMIMS NPAT 2025

Know all about NPAT 2025 Exam

NPAT 2025: SVKMs NMIMS will conduct NPAT exam for admission to BA, BBA, BCom, BSc, among other courses after Class 12. Candidates who pass Class 12 with a minimum aggregate score of 60 per cent are eligible for the NMIMS NPAT exam. NPAT 2025 will be conducted within a window starting from January to May. Candidates will be allowed to complete the NPAT 2025 registration online on the official website, nmimsnpat.in.

As per the NPAT 2025 exam process, candidates can attempt the NPAT exam thrice during the test window. Best of three NPAT scores will be considered for NMIMS admission. NPAT exam is conducted for admission to seven NMIMS campuses. More than 1400 seats are offered for NMIMS BBA admissions through NPAT. Scroll down for more details on NPAT 2025 exam, including the eligibility criteria, registration process, exam centres, syllabus, pattern, colleges, and more.

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LATEST: NPAT 2025 Registrations to Start Soon at nmimsnpat.in; Check Expected Schedule Here

NPAT 2025 Exam Highlights

The table below mentions an overview of NPAT 2025:

NPAT Exam Particulars

NMIMS NPAT Exam Details

Exam name

NPAT

NPAT full form

National Test For Programs After Twelfth

Conducting body

SVKMs NMIMS 

Exam frequency

Once a year, with three attempts

Exam mode

Centre Based Test

Exam duration

100 minutes

Exam sections

- Quantitative Reasoning

- Verbal Reasoning

- Logical Reasoning

Total questions in NPAT exam

120

Type of questions in NPAT exam

Multiple Choice Questions

Medium

English

Exam cum application fees

INR 2,000 for one exam attempt with one program (Additional INR 1,000 for each school/course applied)

Exam purpose

Admission into the following campuses of NMIMS:

- Mumbai

- Bengaluru

- Navi Mumbai

- Hyderabad

- Dhule

- Indore

- Chandigarh

Course offered

Admission to the following courses:

- BBA

- BCom (Hons)

- BSc (Finance)

- BBA (FinTech)

- BSc (Economics)

- BBA (Branding and Advertising)

- BA (Liberal Arts)

- BBA (International Business)

- BBA (Marketing Management)

Seat intake through NPAT

4020 (as of 2024)

Number of test cities

60+

Exam helpdesk number

18002667079

Exam website

www.nmimsnpat.in

NPAT 2025 Dates

Q:   Does NMIMS Mumbai accept JEE Main for BTech?

A:

No, for admission to BTech course, NMIMS does not accept scores of JEE Main. Admission to BTech is based on a valid score of the university-level entrance exam of NMIMS. Aspirants can apply via a valid score of NMIMS CET, which is particularly conducted for admission to its four-year BTech course across all campuses of NMIMS. 

Q:   What are the subjects in NPAT exam for BBA?

A:

SVKMs NMIMS conducts the NPAT exam with as many as three sections. NMIMS NPAT exam is a gateway for admission to Bachelor courses from the following streams:

  • Commerce
  • Econmics
  • Liberal Arts
  • Branding & Advertising
  • International Studies
  • Management

The NPAT exam syllabus for all the streams mentioned above is identical. Candidates need to answer questions from Verbal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Reasoning while taking the NPAT exam. Three sections in NPAT exam is at par with any other bachelor's level competitive exam in the country.

Q:   Is NMIMS Mumbai easy to crack?

A:

It is not tough to get in NMIMS Mumbai but it is not easy either. Admission to all PG-level Management programmes and UG-level Law courses are based on NMAT by GMAC scores and NLAT & CLAT scores, respectively. Cracking these exams needs torough research on how to strategically prepare for the exams. Refer to the Shiksha’s NMAT exam page for more details on how to prepare for NMIMS Mumbai entrance exam.

SVKM's NMIMS administers the NPAT exam within a testing window of more than 140 days. Candidates can attempt the NPAT exam up to three times within this window. The following table outlines the NPAT 2025 exam dates and event schedule:

NPAT 2025 Events

NPAT 2025 Schedule

Commencement of NPAT registration

First week of December 2024

Start of NPAT exam

First week of January 2025

Last date to complete NPAT exam registration

Third week of May 2025

NPAT exam window closes

Third week of May 2025

Release of NPAT merit list

June 2025

Also Read: NPAT 2025 Exam Dates

NPAT 2025 Participating Colleges

The space below mentions the list of NPAT participating colleges:

  • Anil Surendra Modi School of Commerce/ NMIMS School of Commerce
  • Sarla Anil Modi School of Economics/ NMIMS School of Economics.
  • NMIMS School of Branding & Advertising
  • Jyoti Dalal School of Liberal Arts
  • Pravin Dalal School of Entrepreneurship and Family Business Management
  • NMIMS Centre for International Studies

NPAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

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Aspirants seeking admission via NPAT 2025 must meet the eligibility requirements prior to submitting the online application. Failure to satisfy the NPAT 2025 eligibility criteria will result in the rejection of their application. The following section outlines the NPAT 2025 eligibility criteria.

Educational Qualification for NPAT Exam:

  • Candidates passing Class 12 or an equivalent examination are eligible for NPAT exam. Those possessing an International Baccalaureate Diploma are also eligible to apply.
  • Candidates who did not pass the 10+2 or equivalent exam in the first attempt are ineligible for the NPAT 2025 exam.
  • Qualifiers of 10+2 level through open or distance learning (ODL) can apply for the NPAT exam, provided their school is recognised by the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS).
  • Candidates must obtain a minimum aggregate score of 60 per cent in Class 12.
  • Candidates with an IB Diploma are eligible if they studied Mathematics or Statistics as major subjects.

Age Limit for NPAT Exam:

Candidates having an age greater than 25 years are ineligible to appear for the NPAT exam. SVKMs has not specified any lower age limit for NPAT 2025.

NPAT 2025 Application Form

SVKM's NMIMS administers the NPAT registration process online on the official website, nmimsnpat.in. Eligible candidates aspiring for UG admissions at NMIMS campuses can complete the online application form fillup after completing the one-time registration. Candidates can schedule the NPAT exam once they pay the application fee. The NPAT 2024 application fee varies based on the total campus and course combinations chosen by the candidate. The space below indicates the NPAT registration process 2025:

1st Step: Navigate to the official NMIMS NPAT 2025 website at nmimsnpat.in.

2nd Step: Select the "Apply Now" option visible on the homepage.

Q:   Can I get admission to NMIMS SBM without NMAT?

A:

No, for NMIMS School of Business Management MBA admission it is mandatory to appear for the NMAT by GMAC™ national entrance test. Candidates seeking admission to the MBA course must complete the NMAT registration process before proceeding with the NMIMS application process. NMIMS School of Business Management admission to MBA courses is based on valid NMAT scores only. 

Q:   Can I join SVKM'S NMIMS School of Commerce, Dhule directly?

A:

Yes, you can join SVKM'S NMIMS School of Commerce, Dhule directly by following the admission procedures outlined by the institution. The admission process for various courses, including BBA, B.Com (Hons), and BBA LL.B. (Hons), is based on the scores obtained by candidates in the course-specific entrance exams such as NMIMS-NPAT, LSAT India, CLAT, and MHCET Law, as well as their past academic records and accomplishments in the field of sports, arts, and other extracurricular activities

Q:   Will I get an option to choose NPAT exam centre preference?

A:

Candidates filling the NPAT application form will be able to choose the exam date, and test centre. SVKMs NMIMS will conduct the NPAT exam after allotting the prefered test centre to the candidates. The applicant login will aid the exam scheduling process. As soon as the candidate choose the prefered exam date, he/she can choose the available test centres on that particular date.

Q:   Who is eligible for NMIMS Hyderabad's BBA LLB?

A:

The NMIMS School of Law Hyderabad offers dual degree BBA LLB programme of five years. The eligibility of NMIMS Hyderabad BBA LLB is mentioned below:

CourseEligibility
BBA LLB

Class12 with a recognised board with a minimum 50% marks

Q:   What is the eligibility for admission to B.Com at NMIMS Hyderabad?

A:

NMIMS BCom admission is subject to the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria specifed by the institute. To be eligible to pursue BCom/BCom (Hons) at the institite, candidates must have passed Class 12 from a recognised board, with Mathematics/Statistics as a compulsory subject. They must have scored an aggregate of at least 50% in Class 12. They must also have the documents to prove their eligibility at the time of admission. Additionally, candidates must have a valid NPAT score to secure a seat for BCom at NMIMS Hyderabad.

3rd Step: Provide basic information such as name, email ID, mobile number, etc., to register for the first time.

4th Step: Use the created login details to access the form and enter personal, academic, and preferred course details.

5th Step: Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature according to the given specifications.

6th Step: Complete the payment of the NMIMS NPAT application fee, which varies based on the chosen campus and program.

NMIMS NPAT Application Fee 2025

Candidates are required to pay the NPAT application fee, which varies depending on the program and campus selections made during the application process. The following table outlines the NMIMS NPAT 2025 application fees:

NPAT Registration Fee (Indicative)

Number of Schools Chosen by the Candidate

NMIMS NPAT Application Fee (in INR)*

1

2000

2

3000

3

4000

4

5000

5

6000

6

7000

NOTE: The fees in the table above is for a single attempt of the NPAT exam. Candidates applying for more than one attempt have to pay the application cum exam fee again.

NPAT Exam Scheduling 2025 | NPAT Slot Booking

Candidates can select their preferred exam date for NPAT 2025. SVKM's NMIMS conducts the NPAT exam over a test window of more than 140 days. Aspirants must choose their desired slot for up to three attempts at the NPAT exam. The scheduling window is available inside the applicant login portal on the official website, nmimsnpat.in. The exam scheduling for NPAT 2025 is similar to the slot booking system used for various other exams and is integrated with the exam registration process.

NPAT Admit Card 2025

SVKM's NMIMS will issue NPAT 2025 admit cards to those who have completed the slot booking. Upon scheduling the exam, candidates will receive a confirmation email from Pearson at their registered email address. This email, or the admit card available in the dashboard, is required at the test centre on the day of the exam. A separate email will be sent for each NPAT attempt. The NPAT 2025 admit card will detail the selected exam date, city, and test centre location. Candidates must present a printed or digital copy of the NPAT admit card at the test centre.

NPAT 2025 Exam Centres

SVKM's NMIMS administers the NPAT exam across different cities in India exceeding 60 in number. The exam is held in numerous cities within major states and Union Territories. Space below mentions the list of states/UTs where NPAT exam cities are located:

  1. Andhra Pradesh
  2. Assam
  3. Chhattisgarh
  4. Bihar
  5. Delhi
  6. Goa
  7. Haryana
  8. Himachal Pradesh
  9. Gujrat
  10. Jharkhand
  11. Karnataka
  12. Madhya Pradesh
  13. Maharashtra
  14. Kerala
  15. Odisha
  16. Puducherry
  17. Rajasthan
  18. Tamil Nadu
  19. Punjab
  20. Telangana
  21. Uttar Pradesh
  22. West Bengal
  23. Uttarakhand

NOTE: The list of exam states/UTs available may have only one city for the NPAT exam. Candidates must refer to the complete list of NPAT exam centres.

Also Check: NPAT Exam Centres 2025

NPAT Admit Card 2025

SVKM's NMIMS issues the NPAT admit card right after the candidates schedule their exam attempt. An email is sent to the registered email ID, informing the candidates of the entry procedures for the exam day. The email also includes details such as the NPAT exam date, time, venue, and guidelines for the exam day. A separate NPAT admit card is issued for each attempt. For entry to the exam centre, candidates must show the email received after exam scheduling, or NPAT admit card that has been downloaded from the login dashboard.

NPAT Syllabus 2025

NMIMS NPAT syllabus comprises topics from three distinct sections, commonly found in competitive exams. The type of question and difficulty standards of NPAT exam are similar to those in the SAT exam. The table below outlines the sections-wise number of questions under the NPAT 2025 syllabus:

NPAT sections

Number of Questions

Quantitative Reasoning

40

Verbal Reasoning

40

Logical Reasoning

40

Also Check: Section-Wise NPAT Syllabus 2025

NPAT Exam Pattern 2025

SVKM's NMIMS releases the NPAT exam pattern along with the admission handout. The NPAT test structure is compiled with different elements, including the exam mode, question type, question count, section breakdown, marking scheme, among others.

The space below mentions the NMIMS NPAT exam pattern 2025:

NPAT Exam Pattern Elements

NPAT Exam Pattern Features

Exam mode

Computer Based Test

Medium

English

Type of questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Number of questions

120

Number of sections

Three

Number of questions in each section

40

Exam duration

1 hour 40 minutes

Marking scheme

(+) 1 mark is awarded for each correct response with no negative marking

NPAT 2025 Preparation Tips

The space below mentions NPAT preparation tips to help candidates to derive a study plan for this UG level exam:

  • Get to know the NPAT syllabus: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the NMIMS NPAT syllabus, which includes topics under all three sections. This ensures a focused preparation directed towards the relevant topics only.

  • Try and prepare using previous year's NPAT question papers: Find the previous years question papers and official NPAT sample papers. Solve questions from NPAT sample papers to get comfortable with the question format and difficulty standards. Also refer to SAT question papers as the difficulty standards of both the exams are similar.

  • Focus on improving time management skills: NPAT is a time-bound exam; candidates need to answer 120 questions within 100 minutes. Practice managing time efficiently while preparing for the NPAT exam. Develop a strategy to attempt all sections and avoid spending too much time on a single question.

  • Prepare using a dedicated plan: NPAT preparation tips from experts usually advises candidates to enrol in coaching classes that are dedicated for NPAT exam. Additionally, candidates must refer to NPAT focused prep resources. This provides NPAT focused guidance, additional practice questions, and expert tips.

  • Sharpen Quantitative Skills: Brush up on mathematics for the Quantitative Reasoning section as solving math questions can be time-consuming while taking NPAT exam. Candidates must devote their NPAT quantitative reasoning preparation towards learning tricks to solve questions in less time.

  • Timely review is the key: Candidates should practice questions and review them thoroughly. It's critical to grasp the concepts behind each question and identify any areas of knowledge that must be addressed while the NPAT preparation. This also helps candidates know their strengths and weaknesses.

  • Leverage three attempts of NPAT exam: Candidates can take NPAT exam up to three times. It's critical to use all three attempts strategically. After each attempt, candidates must analyze their performance and concentrate on areas that need improvement for the subsequent attempt.

Also Read: Best Books for NPAT 2025 

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NPAT 2025 Results

SVKM's NMIMS releases the NPAT results 2025 online inside the login dashboard. The institute terms the results as NPAT merit list. However, the login dashboard mentions the NPAT merit rank of the candidate individually. While evaluating the NPAT 2025 results, candidates will be assessed according to their performance across all three sections. The NPAT merit list shortlists candidates for the admission process across participating NMIMS campuses. The official website of NPAT exam, nmimsnpat.in, hosts the NMIMS login to check NPAT results. Candidates must enter their email ID and password to check the NPAT 2025 merit list.

Also Read: NPAT 2025 Counselling

NPAT Seat Intake 2025

The table below mentions the seat intake for admission based on NPAT 2025 exam:

NPAT Courses

Campus

Seat Intake

BBA

Mumbai

720

Navi Mumbai

180

Bengaluru

240

Hyderabad

120

Indore

180

Dhule

60

Chandigarh

120

BSc Finance

Mumbai

240

Navi Mumbai

60

Bengaluru

60

BCom (Hons)

Mumbai

180

Navi Mumbai

120

Bengaluru

120

Hyderabad

60

Indore

60

Dhule

60

Chandigarh

60

BBA in FinTech

Mumbai

60

BSc in Economics

Mumbai

180

Navi Mumbai

60

Bengaluru

60

BA (Hons) in Liberal Arts

Mumbai

120

BBA in Branding and Advertising

Mumbai

240

BBA in International Studies

Mumbai

240

BBA in Marketing Management

Mumbai

420

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