NMAT 2024 Question Papers, Previous Year Papers PDFs: Download Free

NMAT 2024 ( NMAT )

47.2K Views914 Comments

Result: 5 Nov '24 - 31 Dec '24

Abhishek Dhawan

Abhishek DhawanAssistant Manager – Editorial Content

Updated on Dec 3, 2024 14:53 IST

NMAT 2024 Question Papers: The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) does not release NMAT question papers after the exam. NMAT question paper for all candidates is different. However, to familiarise candidates with the type of questions and difficulty level of the question appearing in the exam, GMAC releases the official preparation guide with questions that appeared in the previous year's exams. Candidates can practice the NMAT previous year's question papers using the official NMAT preparation guide from the NMAT website, mba.com.

Practising NMAT question papers or NMAT mock tests helps candidates prepare with an identical exam pattern, syllabus and difficulty level. Candidates can find the NMAT sample papers from previous exam sessions available on the official website. This article provides the links to check and download the NMAT sample papers for all sections along with the exam preparation guides.

Q:   Where can I get sample questions and answers for MAT and NMAT?

A:

Typically, NMAT or MAT questions are available online. One can get similar questions on multiple third party websites. But the exact question paper is not released by the conducting body. Several books have past year question papers for NMAT and MAT exam. Additionally, GMAC, the conducting body of NMAT exam, releases NMAT official handbook for preparation. On purchase of NMAT official guide, candidates will get access to NMAT mock tests as well as practise questions from previous years NMAT question papers.

Thumbs Up IconUpvote Thumbs Down Icon

Q:   Do NMAT reference books comprise answers to all the questions?

A:

Official NMAT reference book, also known as NMAT by GMAC Official Guide, comprises a short description of the answer. Not all options will be right and the right answer will have a logic behind it. Such characteristics are exclusive to textbooks for preparation and one may not always find them in any other resources available for NMAT preparation. The official guide has past year papers along with the answers to the same. Candidates can get answers as well as solutions to the analytical questions.

Thumbs Up IconUpvote Thumbs Down Icon

Q:   Do previous years questions or mock test questions get repeated in CAT, NMAT, CMAT and SNAP?

A:

In top MBA exams such as NMAT, SNAP, CMAT and CAT, questions from previous years may not get directly repeated. MBA exams are known for its ever evolving question structure with changing economies. The exam authorities create new and innovative questions each year to assess candidates' problem-solving skills, logical reasoning, and aptitude.

While questions may not get repeated exactly, it is possible to find similar concepts or patterns in different years. The focus of MBA entrance exams, such as NMAT, CAT, CMAT, or SNAP, is to test candidates' ability to think critically and apply their knowledge to solve unfamiliar problems. Therefore, practicing previous year's questions can be beneficial as it helps candidates familiarise with the exam format, identify common question types, and develop their problem-solving skills.

The syllabus of MBA entrance exams typically remains the same with DILR, VARC, and QA sections. While some exams may have an additional section for General Awareness. Therefore, candidates must go through the previous year's questions to get aware of the,   type of questions, important topics, and more.

Thumbs Up IconUpvote Thumbs Down Icon

Q:   Are all questions in NMAT exam similar in terms of marking scheme?

A:

Yes, all questions of NMAT exam have a similar marking scheme. Candidates attempting MCQs in NMAT will fetch 1 marks for each correct response. For incorrect response, candidates are not marked negatively or positively. Additionally, the candidates are not scored for any question which was left unattempted while taking the NMAT exam.

Questions across all three sections fetch equal marks if found correct or incorrect. Additionally, each section has equal weightage of questions. Therefore, no particular section in NMAT exam is termed important or less important. All three sections of NMAT exam have equal importance.

Thumbs Up IconUpvote Thumbs Down Icon

Download previous year NMAT question papers and sample papers. Use them for practice and improve your speed and accuracy. You can download NMAT previous year question papers and the preparation guides for free.

Prepare using NMAT Sample Papers

Section-Wise Practice Questions for MBA Exams

DILR Questions with Answers for Practice
Quantitative Aptitude Questions with Answers for Practice
VARC Questions with Answers for Practice

NMAT Sample Papers

NMAT by GMAC Practice Question Paper

Shiksha's Exclusive MBA Preparation Guides

How To Prepare for MBA Entrance Exams updated.pdf
How To Prepare for MBA Entrance Exams updated
Important MBA Entrance Exams You Should Not Miss.pdf
Important MBA Entrance Exams You Should Not Miss
Preparation Guide for MBA Entrance Exam - Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning.pdf
Preparation Guide for MBA Entrance Exam - Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning
Preparation Guide for MBA Entrance Exams- Quantitative Aptitude.pdf
Preparation Guide for MBA Entrance Exams- Quantitative Aptitude
Preparation Guide for MBA Entrance Exams- Verbal Ability.pdf
Preparation Guide for MBA Entrance Exams- Verbal Ability
Prepare Like CAT Toppers.pdf
Prepare Like CAT Toppers

Explore subject-wise topics asked in NMAT

Select your preferred subject

Importance of NMAT Sample Papers

Candidates preparing for NMAT or any MBA entrance exam must practise using the NMAT mock tests or sample papers. Practising NMAT mock tests will provide the following benefits to the applicants:

  • Reduce overall anxiety to answer questions.
  • Candidates are well aware of the pattern, question structure, and important topics using the NMAT mock tests.
  • Helps candidates improve time management skills while taking the NMAT exam.
  • Candidates get aware of what are their strengths and weaknesses.
  • Improves accuracy in answering the questions during the NMAT exam.

Difference Between NMAT Question Paper and CAT Question Paper

NMAT exam pattern varies from CAT exam structure at multiple levels. The test structure of CAT and NMAT is different in terms of number of sections, type of question papers, exam duration, number of questions and more. Both of these exams consist of objective type questions. However, the CAT examhave a different type of questions called TITA questions. Additionally, NMAT do not have any negative marking. Whereas CAT involves negative marking for MCQs questions. Candidates can appear for NMAT three times in one exam session and use the best of three scores for admission. However, candidates can only take CAT exam once in each exam session.

NMAT Mock Test

To prepare for NMAT 2024, candidates must practice online mock tests. NMAT mock test will help them assess their preparation level, strengths and weaknesses. Shiksha has created an online NMAT mock test. The candidates can attempt this test below for free.

NMAT Mock Test will help you to get an idea about the type of questions asked, the exam pattern and the marking scheme. After taking the test, you can immediately check your score. You can also download the Question Paper along with answers and explanations for Free. Click below to start the free online test now.

Free NMAT Mock Test

NMAT College Predictor

Check NMAT cut-offs and predict calls from colleges accepting NMAT scores for admission. Check Fees, Placement Reviews, Admission, Shortlist Criteria and Eligibility of all NMAT participating colleges by clicking the link below:

Predict NMAT Admission Calls

News & Updates

Latest NewsPopular News

Get prep tips, practice papers, exam details and important updates

Download Important Dates for MBA/PGDM Exams

147 Institutes accepting NMAT

NMIMS, Mumbai

NMIMS, Mumbai

Vile Parle West, Mumbai

Admissions 2024

MBA in Business Analytics
  • 5.0

    Placements

    5.0

    Infrastructure

    5.0

    Faculty & Course Curriculum

    5.0

    Crowd & Campus Life

    5.0

    Value for Money

    5.0

    Learning Experience

    0.0

    Course Support

    0.0
  • |
  • Total Fees: ₹ 10.00 Lakh
  • |
  • 2 years
  • |
  • Full Time
MBA in Agriculture and Food Business
  • Total Fees: ₹ 7.80 Lakh
  • |
  • 2 years
  • |
  • Full Time
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
  • 4.4

    Placements

    4.2

    Infrastructure

    4.5

    Faculty & Course Curriculum

    4.3

    Crowd & Campus Life

    4.6

    Value for Money

    4.3

    Learning Experience

    0.0

    Course Support

    0.0
    (649)
  • |
  • Total Fees: ₹ 8.00 Lakh
  • |
  • 2 years
  • |
  • Full Time
Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM)
  • 4.3

    Placements

    4.0

    Infrastructure

    4.6

    Faculty & Course Curriculum

    4.7

    Crowd & Campus Life

    4.5

    Value for Money

    3.8

    Learning Experience

    0.0

    Course Support

    0.0
    (47)
  • |
  • Total Fees: ₹ 11.50 Lakh
  • |
  • 1 years
  • |
  • Full Time

Explore more MBA exams with upcoming dates

26 Dec '24 - 27 Dec '24: CMAT 2025 form correction
Dec '24: IBSAT 2024 Result
28 Dec '24: ATMA result 2024 (December)
Dec '24: TISSNET 2024 Mock Test
14 Oct '24 - 21 Jan '25: UPESMET 2025 Registrations