NMAT Previous Year Cutoff; Check Institute-wise Qualifying Marks

Cutoffs vary by campus (Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Indore, Navi Mumbai) and specializations (general MBA, analytics, etc.). They depend on factors like:

• Number of applicants

• Seat availability

• Difficulty of exam

• Previous year trends

• Weightage of NMAT vs profile / interview

Now, let’s explore past cutoffs and key observations.

NMAT / NMIMS Cutoffs – Previous Years (Institute / Campus Level)

Here are sample cutoffs from earlier years (especially for NMIMS campuses) to help you estimate where things might head:

Other institutes / B-schools accepting NMAT also set their cutoffs. Some examples:

• KJ Somaiya: ~220 (overall) 

• TAPMI: ~220

• Some NMAT cutoff aggregates: in NMAT king’s listing, NMIMS Hyderabad / Indore ~206

Also, BYJU’s lists for various colleges: NMIMS Mumbai cutoffs around 235–240, Bangalore / Navi Mumbai ~230, KJ Somaiya ~225, etc.

And recent updates suggest NMIMS may have lowered their minimum cutoff from 232 to 209 in a recent cycle. 

Trends & Key Observations

From past data, some patterns are evident:

1. Top campuses (Mumbai / Core MBA) have highest cutoffs
   To secure a call for Mumbai core, expect cutoffs above 230+, with sectional thresholds pushing you to 65–75 region in each section.

2. Off-campus / specialization courses have lower cutoffs
   Hyderabad, Indore, Navi Mumbai often allow entry with scores in 200–210 range, particularly for specialized or less popular courses.

3. Sectional minimums are critical
   Even if overall score is high, failing to meet sectional cutoffs (quant, LR, verbal) may disqualify you. Some forums report QA cutoff ~69–71 range for NMIMS Mumbai. 

4. Cutoffs may shift downward in tougher years
   In years when the exam is harder, or fewer applicants, cutoffs might be lower. The mention of drop from 232 to 209 indicates such movement. 

5. Institutes other than NMIMS have more variable cutoffs
   B-schools using NMAT scores may have more lenient bar or require lower sectional scores, depending on seat numbers and demand.

How to Use This Data (for 2025 & Beyond)

If you’re a candidate who took NMAT in 2025 (or planned to), here’s how to interpret and apply past cutoffs:

• Set your target: For NMIMS Mumbai core / top campus, aim for ≥ 230–235.

• Don’t neglect sectionals: Even if overall is strong, pushing each section above 60–65 is safer.

• Consider alternate campuses / specializations: If your score is in 200–220 range, look at campuses like Hyderabad, Indore, or niche programs where cutoffs are lower.

• Monitor official cutoff release: Institutes release official cutoffs / shortlist notices post results. Use those to plan interviews, fallback options, etc.

• Evaluate trends annually: Keep track how cutoffs shift each year — downward or upward — to adjust your expectations.

Sample “Safe / Target / Stretch” Score Bands (Based on Past Cutoffs)

Here’s a rough categorization of score ranges vs chances, based on historical cutoffs: