NMAT 2026 registration deadline has been extended by GMAC from October 10 to October 25, 2026, giving MBA aspirants more time to complete their applications. The NMAT by GMAC exam is accepted by several leading management institutes in India, including NMIMS. The exam is scheduled to be held from November 2 to December 20, 2026. Candidates can choose their preferred exam date and allows candidates to take it up to three times during the testing cycle. Candidates who have not registered yet can visit the official NMAT website to complete the application, pay the required fee and book their exam slot by October 25, 2026. Aspirants should use the extended deadline to submit their forms carefully and select a suitable exam date in advance. Scroll for more details.
NMAT 2026 Exam Dates
Check the table below for NMAT dates 2026, including the registration window, exam delivery dates, admit card schedule, and more.
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Event
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Start Date
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End Date
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NMAT 2026 Registration Window
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August 20, 2026
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October 25, 2026 (extended)
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NMAT 2026 Scheduling Window
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August 20, 2026
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October 25, 2026 (extended)
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NMAT 2026 Exam Window
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November 2, 2026
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December 20, 2026
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NMAT 2026 Result Declaration
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November 2, 2026
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November 20, 2026
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NMAT 2026 Admit Card Issuance
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October 26, 2026
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December 17, 2026
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NMAT 2026 Last Date for Registration (original)
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October 10, 2026
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October 10, 2026
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How to Apply for NMAT 2026?
The registration process is completely online and takes only a few minutes if your documents and payment details are ready in advance. Follow these simple steps to complete the NMAT 2026 application:
Step 1: Visit the official NMAT exam website at mba.com/nmat.
Step 2: Click on “Create your NMAT Account” and register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
Step 3: Fill in your personal and academic details carefully under the “Manage NMAT Profile” section.
Step 4: Complete the application form by selecting the schools and programmes you want to send your scores to (up to five schools free of cost).
Step 5: Pay the registration fee online using a debit card, credit card, or net banking.
Step 6: Book your exam slot by choosing a convenient date, time, and mode (test centre or online proctored) within the scheduling window.
Step 7: Download the confirmation page and keep it safe for future reference.
NMAT Registration Fees 2026
The NMAT registration fee structure is straightforward, but candidates should be aware of the extra charges linked to retakes, rescheduling, and additional score reports before applying. Keeping these amounts in mind helps in planning the budget for the entire exam journey.
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Fee Type
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Amount
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NMAT 2026 Registration Fee (first attempt)
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₹3,000 + applicable taxes
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NMAT 2026 Retake Fee
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₹3,000 + applicable taxes
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NMAT 2026 Rescheduling Fee
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₹1,200 + applicable taxes
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Additional Score Report (beyond five free reports)
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₹400 + applicable taxes
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Payment Mode
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Online (debit card, credit card, or net banking)
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Documents Required for NMAT Registration 2026
Candidates should keep all necessary documents and details ready before starting the application to avoid errors or last-minute delays. The documents and details required for NMAT 2026 registration are listed below:
- Valid email ID and active mobile number
- Government-issued photo ID proof, such as Aadhaar card, PAN card, or passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 academic details, including marks and passing year
- Graduation details, if the course has been completed or is currently ongoing
- Recent passport-size digital photograph as per the specifications
- Active debit card, credit card, or net banking facility for the online fee payment
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