Ans. Visit the official portal MBA.com for NMAT registration 2026 and select the 'Register for NMAT by GMAC ' tab to complete the process.

• Visit the portal. The very first step is NMAT 2026 registration. You must register on MBA.com.
• Registration- Click Register if you are a new member or sign in if you already have an account.
• Login- Register or sign in. If new for NMAT registration 2026, give a valid e-mail address and verify.
• Personal and academic details- Enter your name, birthdate, gender, qualification, year of graduationa nd highest degree. If you have any work experience, you need to mention the same (not for students).
• Choice & Selection- Select your desired exam date, time, and venue of examination. Consider registering earlier for a wider choice of slot selection. You can select the institute name to send your score.
• Uploading- Upload your photograph taken within 6 months of registering. This will be available on the admit card.
• Fee payment- The next step is to pay the online fee. The fee is 3000. You can pay online and pay the fee via credit or debit card.
• Save and print - Review. Print and save the registration slip and choice slip for further rounds.

Ans. The NMAT 2026 application fee for General is 3000. It is the same for EWS, SC/ST, and NC-OBC. In case you want to retake the exam, it is still 3000+ taxes. For rescheduling, it is 1200, and taxes are applicable.

Ans. The NMAT 2026 application fee for SC and ST is 3000, plus taxes. Retakes will be charged 3000 as well. It is the same as general, and in case you want to retake the exam, it is still 3000+ taxes. For rescheduling, it is 1200, and taxes are applicable.

Ans. The payment for the NMAT 2026 application fee is made online via the official portal. You will be directed to the payment page with options of credit card, debit card from all major banks, internet banking, and UPI as well. No offline payment, cash, cheques, or drafts are accepted.

Ans. The payment for the NMAT 2026 application fee is made online on the official portal of MBA.com. You will be directed to the payment page with options as part of the registration process itself. There will be no third party for payment. It will only be a one-time payment for all and is non-refundable.

Ans. No, the application fee is not free and is non-refundable. The retake fee is the same as the registration fee of 3000+ taxes for all categories. Once you are done paying, you cannot cancel your registration and get the payment back. Thus, it is necessary to ensure this before paying. Even if you decide not to take the exam, there is no refund and the attempt will be counted.

Ans. No, NMAT is not harder than CAT. CAT is considered to be harder cause ity has more tricky questions, deep thinking, and negative marking with stricter rules. NMAT ia a better, friendlier option than CAT for candidates, with its fast approach focusing on smart work targets.