NMAC by GMAC is a computer based online test, qualifying which gets admission to the top business schools. The exam is conducted in multiple sessions and the total allotted time is 2 hours.
In order to appear in the examination, the candidates must be aware of its syllabus. It is very important to know all the important chapters and how much weightage each topic and subtopic hold. The syllabus is primarily divided into three broad sections:
- Language Skills
- Quantitative Analysis
- Logical Reasoning
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The number of questions asked in these three sections contribute to a total of 108 questions and each section of the exam is individually timed
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Section |
No. of Questions |
Allotted Time in minutes |
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Language Skills |
36 |
22 |
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Quantitative Skills |
36 |
60 |
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Logical Reasoning |
36 |
38 |
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Total |
108 |
120 |
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Detailed Description of NMAT Syllabus
The question paper is generally designed to check students' accuracy and their ability to think and solve the questions. NMAT Syllabus 2020 is expected to have undergone some changes and some different type of questions are expected to appear in the exam.
NMAT by GMAC Syllabus has been updated as per the recent information received by GMAC. In order to prepare well, the students must understand the syllabus that covers all the major topics in each of the three sections.
Language Skills
The Language Skills section is one of easiest sections and it is easier to score well in this section. It just requires a consistent practice and efforts to qualify the examination.
The section is majorly divided into three broad segments:
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Comprehension
The subtopics are given as follows:
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Vocabulary |
Grammar |
Comprehension |
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Synonyms |
Identify the Error |
Reading Comprehension |
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Antonyms |
Language Usage and their Rules |
Idioms |
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Analogies |
Choose the Correct Preposition |
Para Jumbles |
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Fill in the Blanks |
Syntax Errors |
Poem |
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Cloze Test |
Dictionary Meaning |
Passages |
- The section comprises of 36 questions to be completed in 22 minutes.
- Each correct answer gets you 3 marks and there is no negative marking.
- It tests candidates' command over English language.
Quantitative Skills
The section is meant to cover all the topics of Mathematics subject. The questions that will be asked in NMAT 2022 are expected to be of moderately difficult level. The section contains questions not only of Quantitative Aptitude but also from Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency portions.
Since the level is considered moderately difficult, candidates may find some difficult questions placed amongst easy ones.
The question paper generally consists of following topics:
- Arithmetic
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Mensuration
- Modern Mathematics
- Data Interpretation
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Following is the list of subtopics of each segment:
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Arithmetic |
Algebra |
Geometry |
Mensuration |
Modern Mathematics |
Data Interpretation |
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Time & Work |
Equations |
Lines |
Cones |
Permutation |
Tables |
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Simple Interest |
Inequalities |
Triangles |
Cylinders |
Combination |
Bar Chart |
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Compound Interest |
Log |
Angles |
Circles (Radius, Circumference, Diameter, Chords, Arc, Tangent, etc.) |
Probability |
Pie Charts |
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Ratio |
Linear Equations |
Polygons |
Cubes |
Coordinate Geometry |
Line Graphs |
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Proportions |
Quadratic Equations |
Squares |
Cuboids |
Arithmetic Progression |
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Percentages |
Absolute Value |
Rectangles |
Spheres |
Geometric Progression |
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Numbers |
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Pythagoras Theorem |
Hemispheres |
Harmonic Progression |
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HCF & LCM |
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Base angle Theorem |
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Relationship Progression |
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Trigonometry |
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Longest side theorem |
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Set Theory |
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Quadrilaterals |
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Venn Diagrams |
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Parallelograms |
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Rhombus |
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Trapeziums |
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- The section is designed to analyze students' quantitative ability.
- It comprises of 36 questions to be attempted in the allotted time of 60 minutes.
- It is one of the reasons students can score well in the examination.
- The difficulty level of the section is of 12th class level.
Logical Reasoning
The questions from this segment are primarily based upon Analytical Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Critical Reasoning, and Series Completion. The section has been designed to determine students' ability to think beyond the boundaries and get a proper solution to a very hypothetical situation.
It measures students' ability to comprehend and synthesize the information given in the segment.
The section if designed based on the following two areas:
- Verbal Reasoning
- Analytical Reasoning
The subtopics are given as below:
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Verbal Reasoning |
Analytical Reasoning |
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Statement and Argument Questions |
Linear and Circular Arrangements |
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Statement and Assumption Questions |
Classification |
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Statement and Inference Questions |
Syllogisms |
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Decision Making and Course of Action |
Blood Relation Questions |
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Critical Reasoning |
Coding Questions |
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Direction Questions |
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Series Questions |
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Alphabet Test Questions |
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Input Output Questions |
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Matrix Type Questions |
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Symbol Based Questions |