NMAT 2026 is a computer-based test conducted for a duration of 120 minutes. The paper contains 108 questions, which are equally distributed over the areas of language skills, quantitative skills, and logical reasoning.

• The CAT exam has no negative marking, and candidates can select the order of sections before the test begins.
• In CAT 2026, each section contains 36 questions, while the total scaled score ranges from 36 to 360.
• Each section has a separate time limit, with 28 minutes for Language Skills, 52 minutes for Quantitative Skills, and 40 minutes for Logical Reasoning.

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NMAT 2026 Sectional Weightage

NMAT 2026 weightage is the same for each section; however, the time duration is different. For each section, 36 questions are asked, and the scaled score for each section is 12-120. The total weightage in NMAT 2026 is 108, with an overall scaled score of 36-360.

NMAT 2026 Number of Questions and Time Limit

The Quantitative Skills section gets the highest time limit of 52 minutes, giving candidates more time to solve calculation-based questions. The Logical Reasoning section has 40 minutes for 36 questions, while Language Skills has the shortest time limit of 28 minutes.

• In Language Skills, candidates get less than a minute per question on average, so quick reading and decision-making are important.
• Quantitative Skills provides the most time per question, allowing candidates to spend more time on calculations and problem-solving.
• In Logical Reasoning, candidates need to balance accuracy and speed while solving 36 questions within 40 minutes.
• The total NMAT 2026 exam duration is 120 minutes, and the time left in one section cannot be carried forward to another section.

NMAT 2026 Marking Scheme

NMAT 2026 follows a scaled scoring system: The provided exam data specifies +3 raw marks for every correct answer.

• There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
• Unattempted questions also receive zero marks.
• The raw score is converted into a scaled score.
• Each section has a scaled score range of 12 to 120.
• The total scaled score ranges from 36 to 360.

NMAT 2026 Total Marks

Language Skills in NMAT 2026 carries 108 raw marks.

• In NMAT 2026 Quantitative Skills carries 108 raw marks.
• Logical Reasoning in NMAT 2026 carries 108 raw marks.
• The total raw marks across all three sections are 324 in NMAT 2026 .
• The total scaled score in NMAT 2026 ranges from 36 to 360.

NMAT 2026 Topic-Wise Weightage

NMAT 2026 Language Skills Topic-Wise Weightage

Language Skills contains 36 questions to be attempted within 28 minutes.

• Reading Comprehension contributes approximately 12-14 questions in NMAT 2026, making it the largest topic in the section.
• Grammar contributes around 10-12 questions.
• Para Jumbles and Sentence Arrangement contribute approximately 4-6 questions.
• Analogies and Vocabulary contribute around 4-6 questions.

NMAT 2026 Quantitative Skills Topic-Wise Weightage

Arithmetic contributes approximately 13-14 questions in NMAT 2026, making it the most prominent topic.

• Data Interpretation and Modern Math contribute around 7-8 questions each in the exam.
• In NMAT 2026, Number Systems and Number Properties contribute approximately 3-4 questions.
• Geometry and Mensuration contribute around 2-3 questions.
• Algebra contributes approximately 1-2 questions.

NMAT 2026 Logical Reasoning Topic-Wise Weightage

In the Logical Reasoning section, there are 36 questions with a time limit of 40 minutes

• Critical Reasoning has approximately 8-10 questions, making it the largest topic in the section.
• Statements and Assumptions, Arguments and Course of Action contribute around 6-8 questions.
• Analytical Puzzles and Arrangements contribute approximately 6-8 questions.
• Seating Arrangements and Sequences contribute around 4-6 questions.
• Blood Relations and Direction Sense contribute approximately 3-4 questions.
• Syllogisms and Deductions contribute around 3-4 questions.