How to Score Higher in NMAT 2024

Scoring good or higher in any exam requires you to be more attentive and disciplined. Talking about NMAT exam 2024 is a test conducted by The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC). This council administers the national-level Narsee Monjee Management Aptitude Test (NMAT) for admission to the Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) and other B-schools in India. Let's know How To Score Higher in NMAT 2024 with the MBAROI blog.

If you are someone who’s looking to crack the NMAT 2024 and secure admission to top business schools. Then, you are at the right place. We at MBAROI will help you with all the help needed to secure higher in NMAT 2024. Scoring 240 or above in NMAT is achievable but only with the right strategy, determination, and preparation. Let’s hop on because we will discuss effective section-wise tips, preparation strategies, and key insights to ace the NMAT exam

Understanding the NMAT Exam Structure

As mentioned earlier, this exam is conducted by GMAC and is a computer-based test. Candidates consider it to be moderately difficult. NMAT includes three sections:

Language Skills: 36 questions, 28 minutes.

Quantitative Skills: 36 questions, 52 minutes.

Logical Reasoning: 36 questions, 40 minutes.

The best part about this test is that it has no negative marking. Also, the exam pattern is candidate-friendly; allowing you to select the order of sections, adding flexibility to your exam strategy.

Eight Key Tips to Crack NMAT 2024: Preparation Strategy

Even though there are plenty of tips you will come across, but these are the top eight tips that will bring you closer to your dream score-

  • Start Early: Start as early as you can. The time is never enough so starting in advance will give you a competitive edge. Six months before the exam is when you should start with the books. This period will help you to study almost everything, revise, practice mock papers, and stay calm on the day of the test.
  • Understand the Syllabus: During my school days, my principal told me that if you understand the syllabus completely that means half of your preparation is done. I still second that! Familiarize yourself with all the topics under each section. When you know the topics, it becomes easy to learn and grasp knowledge. 
  • Take Mock Tests: This is non-negotiable. No matter how much you think you are prepared for, don't go to appear NMAT exam without taking mock tests. A timed mock test will make you feel like you are in real exam conditions and that’ll also prepare you for the d-day. 
  • Focus on Accuracy and Speed: Exams mean- giving the right answers and that too on time. Finding a balance between the two is difficult for many students. You can prepare yourself by practicing previous years' question papers every day to see how much time you take to answer a particular answer. And then based on that work on your weakness. 
  • Utilize Online Resources: This is a world of digitization, so, use it for your benefit. See videos of toppers, and how they’ve cracked the exam. Get free and paid study resources from credible sources. Read more blogs/articles online to improve your language.
  • Analyze Previous Papers: Examining previous years' papers will give you an idea about the trends, patterns, and high-weightage topics. Also, remember for any exam, never forget to follow last year's question papers because the questions come in the same format. Until and unless the conducting body doesn't announce that the pattern has changed.
  • Stay Consistent: Start early and stay consistent. This will take you to your goal. Practice regularly to master each concept for the upcoming exam. Regular practice is key to mastering concepts.
  • Keep a Positive Mindset: Very important! Believe in yourself, you are capable of cracking the exam. Just the right resources and motivation are all that you need. 

Section-Wise Tips to Score 240 Above in NMAT

1. Language Skills

NMAT exam has three sections; the first one is The Language Skills section. Here you will answer questions on grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. To keep all grammar rules and vocab in mind, use flashcards and applications to improve your word bank. Also, learn basics like prepositions, tenses, and sentence correction to score well in the exam. Don’t forget to read comprehension passages daily. For the exam, make a strategy to attempt vocabulary and grammar-based questions first. As these are easier than RCs and the ideal attempt would be 22+ questions, the target score should be 54-57+ marks.

2. Quantitative Skills

The quantitative skills section includes quizzes on arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data interpretation. Work on your basics like percentages, profit-loss, and time-speed-distance to ace this part. Polish your skills to interpret graphs and charts quickly to save time in exams. Your exam strategy for the quantitative skill section should be to attempt easy arithmetic questions first, then proceed toward DI and data sufficiency. Ideal question attempts be more than 24 and the target score : 70-75+ marks.

3. Logical Reasoning

Here are some tips for this section: Logical Reasoning. This part assesses your analytical and verbal reasoning abilities. So, start with practicing decision-making and critical reasoning questions. Then, move to solving puzzles, seating arrangements, and coding-decoding. Since these are complex problems, avoid guesswork in the question. Ideally one should attempt 23+ questions to achieve the target score of 65-70+ marks. 

NMAT 2024 Exam Strategy: How to Score 240 Marks

To crack the NMAT Exam 2024, these MBAROI strategies will help you- 

  1. Create a Study Plan: Planning will make you stick to a schedule and that's why you are not going to get distracted from your studies. In your routine, allocate daily time slots for each section to cover all the sections. 
  1. Revise Regularly: Every student has weak and strong areas. Revising regularly will give you confidence in stronger areas and strengthen your weak areas. Visit the tough topics often to memorize them by heart. 
  2. Use Mock Test Insights: After attempting mock tests, don’t put them in the drawers and forget. Analyze your mock performance and change strategies to make yourself better.
  1. Experiment with Section Order: There’s no universal section. Even though some (including us) might say to attempt easier questions first but you should choose your section at your convenience. 

Last-Minute Preparation Tips for NMAT 2024

  • Revise each and every note till the last second. Don’t read the whole notebook rather make small chits/notes for last-minute revision. 
  • Managing time is difficult in exams so, prepare yourself beforehand. Use stopwatches during practice or mock sessions to gauge an idea about your time management.
  • Don’t worry about what you have left or what you couldn't complete while preparing for the NMAT exam. The last moments are not for opening news chapters or topics. This will leave you overwhelmed. 
  • Eating healthy and sleeping well will keep you fresh and energized. Eat proper food, get full sleep to have an active mind during exam. 

Conclusion

Now that you have gone through all the strategies to score higher in the NMAT exam 2024, let’s end the blog by saying- ‘You’ve Got This!’

Try your best and relax, overstressing won’t achieve you good marks. But don't forget to put your hundred percent while preparing and attempting the questions in the exam. Your exam strategy should consist of a mix of smart work, consistent practice, and strategic planning. Boost your chance of success by using the right resources, prepared strategies, effective planning, and practical tips. Also, you have more than one attempt! And, every attempt brings you closer to your goal. 

Good luck on your NMAT journey by MBAROI.

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