LATEST UPDATE 2026

The NMIMS NPAT 2026 application form is expected to be available soon on the official website (npat.nmims.edu). As of January 2026, registrations are opening soon or have begun shortly, based on official indications and trends from reliable sources. The exact start date for registration is not yet finalized in public announcements but is anticipated around December 2025 to February 2026 (following patterns from prior years, such as starting in late 2025 or early 2026).

The NMIMS NPAT 2026 exam is typically conducted over an extended window, expected from January/March to May 2026 (with some sources indicating a possible start in January and others pointing to March–May). Candidates can usually attempt the exam up to three times within the window, and the best score is considered for admission. Official dates, including precise registration opening, closing, and exam scheduling, will be confirmed on the official site along with the admission handout.

IMPORTANT DATES

SVKMs NMIMS releases NPAT exam dates 2026 on the official website, npat.nmims.edu.in. Candidates will find NPAT dates 2026 with the release of admission handout. NMIMS NPAT admission handout will also indicate the registration schedule and tentative result declaration dates. As per the NPAT test structure, NMIMS allows up to three attempts at the exam. The best of three NPAT scores is considered to select candidates for admissions. Once the exam concludes, NMIMS conducts the admission process in June with the declaration of NPAT results. 

PROGRAMS OFFERED

The test is held for admissions at NMIMS constituent schools/campuses in Mumbai, Shirpur, Bangalore (Bengaluru), Indore, Dhule, Hyderabad, Chandigarh, Navi Mumbai, and Ahmedabad (with some variations in programs by campus). These campuses offer a range of undergraduate and integrated programs, including:

BBA (various specializations like Finance, Marketing, Branding & Advertising, International Business, Management & Marketing, FinTech)

Integrated BBA-MBA

B.Com (Hons./with Business Analytics minor)

B.Sc. (Finance, Economics)

BBA (Branding & Advertising)

BA (Liberal Arts)

And others in commerce, economics, liberal arts, branding, international studies, and management

TOP COLLEGES & TOTAL SEATS

NMIMS offers over 3,900 seats across all campuses for NPAT-based UG admissions (including BBA variants, B.Com (Hons.), B.Sc. Finance/Economics, BA Liberal Arts, BBA Branding & Advertising, etc.). Some sources cite around 3,000+ for core programs like BBA, but the broader figure exceeds 3,900 when including all eligible programs and campuses. Mumbai remains the most competitive with highest cutoffs and largest intake.

Key NMIMS Campuses & Programs (Top Ones Ranked by Preference/Reputation)

Mumbai — Flagship campus, highest demand and cutoffs. Offers the widest range of programs (e.g., BBA, BBA FinTech, B.Sc. Finance, Integrated BBA-MBA, etc.).

Bengaluru (Bangalore) — Strong for management and commerce programs.

Navi Mumbai — Growing campus with good facilities.

Hyderabad — Popular for emerging programs.

Indore — Focus on certain UG streams.

Chandigarh — Newer campus with select offerings.

Ahmedabad / Dhule / Shirpur — Additional locations with varying program availability (e.g., some BBA/B.Com variants).

(Note: Shirpur and Dhule often have fewer specialized programs; Ahmedabad is newer.)

Approximate Seat Distribution Insights (Indicative for Recent Cycles; Subject to Change)

Exact numbers aren’t publicly finalized yet (await the admission handout on npat.nmims.edu). Based on reliable sources and previous trends:

Total across all campuses: More than 3,900 seats (for all NPAT-eligible UG programs combined).

BBA-focused seats (across campuses): Often highlighted as 1,400+ (core BBA and variants).

Mumbai typically has the largest share (hundreds per program), followed by Bengaluru, Navi Mumbai, and others.

Programs like BBA, B.Com (Hons.), B.Sc. Finance/Economics see higher intake in major campuses.

Seats are allocated merit-based via NPAT scores (best of up to 3 attempts), program/campus preferences, and availability. No GD/PI for most; direct merit + counseling (online/offline rounds).

HOW TO APPLY

The process is fully online via the official website https://npat.nmims.edu/. It’s a one-time common registration allowing you to apply for up to 5 programs across NMIMS campuses (e.g., Mumbai, Bengaluru, Navi Mumbai, Hyderabad, etc.), with preferences for schools/programs/campuses selected during form filling.

Step 1: Visit the official website of NMIMS NPAT

Step 2: Start filling out the registration form. The form will be containing information like the name of the candidate, date of birth, email address, mobile number

Step 3: Click on ‘Submit’

Step 4: Enter the login credentials

Step 5: Fill out the application form for NPAT

Step 6: Choose the program in which you are interested

Step 7: Pay the requisite NPAT application fee. The fees can be paid via debit card, credit card, or net banking

Step 8: Save the soft copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

 Application Fees

EXAM CENTERS

Here’s the list of common exam centres (cities) where the NMIMS NPAT exam is conducted across India. Candidates can choose preferred cities while scheduling their exam (subject to availability) during NPAT registration.

ADMIT CARD

The NMIMS NPAT Admit Card will contain important information related to the candidate and the examination. It will mention the name of the examination and the programme applied for, along with the candidate’s name and photograph. The admit card will also display the date and time of the NMIMS NPAT 2026 exam, the complete name and address of the examination centre, and the NPAT hall ticket number. In addition, it will include the candidate’s signature as uploaded during registration, the signature of the issuing authority, and the exam day instructions and guidelines that must be followed by the candidates.

Candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps to download admit card for the NMIMS NPAT exam:

STEP 1- Visit the official website

STEP 2- Click on the ‘NMIMS NPAT  admit card’ tab on the homepage

STEP 3- Candidates are redirected to the admit card login page

STEP 4- Enter the login ID and password

STEP 5- NMIMS NPAT admit card will appear on the screen, check details and download the same

EXAM RESULT

Candidates can appear for the NPAT exam thrice during the test window. Candidates will be able to check the NPAT results in the form of a merit list from login portal. The login credentials, including the email ID and password, will help candidates access the NPAT merit position. While checking the NPAT merit list inside the login website, candidates will come across the admission offer. Selected candidates have to pay the admission fee to secure final admission to the allotted college.

Candidate can check their results by follow the steps listed below:

STEP 1- Visit the official website

STEP 2- Click the ‘Result’ tab

STEP 3- Click on the appeared course.

STEP 4- Enter NMIMS NPAT ID and date of birth from the drop-down menu.

STEP 5- The result for entered ID will be displayed. Download and save the result.

STEP 6- Candidates should take an A4 sized printout and keep it in a safe condition for further process.

COUNSELLING PROCESS & CUTOFFS

The counselling (also called seat allotment/admission confirmation) is primarily online through the NPAT portal (npat.nmims.edu), with some offline elements for document verification or campus-specific rounds (especially for non-Mumbai campuses like Indore, Hyderabad, Chandigarh). No GD/PI/WAT is required for most core UG programs (BBA, B.Com (Hons.), B.Sc. Finance/Economics, etc.)—it’s merit-based.

Step-by-Step Process:

Merit List Release — After results (post-exam window), NMIMS publishes merit lists (first, second, and possibly more if seats remain) on the portal. Lists are program- and campus-specific, based on your best NPAT score (from up to 3 attempts), normalized if needed.

Check Merit List — Log in to your dashboard (using registration credentials) to view if shortlisted, your rank, and allotted program/campus (based on preferences chosen during registration).

Seat Allotment & Confirmation — If allotted:

Download the admission/offer letter.

Upload required documents (e.g., 10th/12th marksheets, category certificate if applicable, ID proof).

Pay the admission confirmation fee (part of tuition; non-refundable in most cases) within the strict deadline.

Document Verification & Final Admission — Online upload + possible physical verification at the allotted campus (some sources note offline counselling rounds at campuses like Mumbai for main programs, or regional for others to reduce travel). Bring originals if attending in person.

Multiple Rounds — If seats remain vacant after the first round, subsequent merit lists/counselling rounds occur (e.g., late June–July). Update 12th marks if predicted/appearing.

Final Steps — Pay remaining fees, complete registration, and secure your seat. Admission is provisional until full verification.

Key Notes: Seat allocation considers NPAT merit rank, program/campus preferences, seat availability (~3,900+ total), and reservations (if applicable). Missing deadlines leads to forfeiture. For newer campuses or specific programs, counselling may include campus visits.

Cutoffs

NMIMS does not officially publish fixed cutoffs (no minimum marks/ranks announced in advance). Instead:

Admission is purely merit-based via NPAT scores ? higher score = better chance for preferred campus/program.

Cutoffs (closing ranks/scores) are derived from previous merit lists and vary yearly based on:

Exam difficulty.

Number of applicants/attempts.

Seat availability.

Candidate performance.

Indicative/Expected Cutoff Trends (based on recent cycles like 2024–2025; out of ~120 marks, normalized):

Mumbai Campus (most competitive, flagship): 80–95+ marks (often 85–96 for top programs like BBA, BBA FinTech, B.Sc. Finance).

Other Campuses (Bengaluru, Navi Mumbai, Hyderabad, etc.): 70–85 marks (lower for less preferred options).

Section-wise averages: ~25–30+ per section (Quantitative, Reasoning, English) for competitive calls.

Good score for strong chance: 85+ overall (especially for Mumbai BBA variants).

These are estimates—actuals depend on the year’s pool. Mumbai demands the highest due to demand and prestige.