NMAT 2024 Answer Key & Scorecard: How GMAC Releases Scores

FAQs for NMAT Exam Answer Key

Does GMAC release a public NMAT answer key?

No. NMAT by GMAC does not release a downloadable question-wise answer key. GMAC issues per-attempt scorecards within ~14-21 days of each attempt and a final scaled scorecard at the end of the test window via nmat.org.in.

What is the NMAT marking scheme?

+3 marks per correct answer, 0 marks for incorrect or unattempted answers. There is NO negative marking in NMAT.

How many questions are there in NMAT?

108 questions split equally across three sections (Language Skills, Quantitative Skills, Logical Reasoning) - 36 questions per section - to be attempted in 120 minutes total.

When is the NMAT scorecard released?

Each attempt's scorecard is released within ~14-21 days of that attempt. The final consolidated scaled scorecard is released at the end of the test window.

What was the NMAT 2024 timeline?

NMAT 2024 registration opened on August 1, 2024 and the test window ran from November 6, 2024 to January 16, 2025, with the final scaled scorecard issued in end-January 2025.

What is the expected NMAT 2026 timeline?

Expected: registration opens August 2026, test window October – December 2026 (approximately 45 days). Confirm on nmat.org.in.

What is the cutoff for NMIMS Mumbai through NMAT?

Approximately 209+ overall (around 97-99 percentile) for the flagship MBA at NMIMS Mumbai. Section-wise, indicative cutoffs are 62/62/60 in Language, Quant and Logical Reasoning. Note: NMIMS Mumbai considers only the FIRST attempt's score.

Can I retake the NMAT exam?

Yes. Candidates can take NMAT up to three times in the same cycle (one attempt + two retakes). The best score across attempts is considered by most schools (NMIMS Mumbai is the exception - it accepts only the first attempt).

If I see a third-party NMAT answer key PDF, should I trust it?

No. Such PDFs are unofficial estimates by coaching institutes. The only authoritative document is your GMAC-issued scorecard on nmat.org.in.

How are ties handled in NMAT?

B-schools handle tie-breaks differently. Common practice is to use sectional scores (typically Quantitative first, then Logical Reasoning, then Language) followed by academic record.

Does the scorecard include difficulty level of questions?

No. The scorecard reports raw and scaled section scores plus the total scaled score. Difficulty calibration is handled internally by GMAC's scaling algorithm.

How does GMAC handle scoring discrepancies?

Without a public answer key there is no objection window. You can raise a support ticket with GMAC's NMAT helpdesk via nmat.org.in if you suspect a technical or scoring issue with your attempt.

If GMAC identifies an internal scoring error, what happens?

GMAC will recompute scores and issue revised scorecards for affected candidates and notify the relevant B-schools.

Are separate scorecards released for each attempt?

Yes. Each of your up to three attempts gets its own scorecard within ~14-21 days, and a final consolidated scaled scorecard is issued at window close.

Can the answer key (or scorecard) be accessed on mobile devices?

The scorecard PDF on nmat.org.in is accessible on any modern device. There is no public answer key PDF.

What if my official scaled score is much lower than my self-estimate?

Scaling adjusts for the difficulty of your specific question set, so a high raw score on an easier slot may scale to a lower number. Contact GMAC support only if you suspect a technical issue rather than a scaling artefact.

Are there fees to query a scorecard or send extra reports?

Sending official score reports to additional B-schools (beyond the included 5) typically incurs a per-report fee. There is no published fee to raise a basic support query.

Does NMAT 2024 data still help in planning?

Yes, NMAT 2024 cutoffs and timeline are useful baselines, but use NMAT 2025 (held) data and NMAT 2026 (expected) data for current planning.

What is included in the Official Guide for NMAT by GMAC?

A detailed syllabus, sample questions, exam strategies, and practice materials. It is the only GMAC-authored prep resource and a more reliable substitute for chasing an answer key.