NMIMS Mumbai conducts Admission 2027 for programmes such as MBA and B.Tech at Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies. The 2-year MBA fee is INR 25,00,000 as per 2025-26 fee data, while B.Tech fees range from INR 14,80,000 to INR 18,00,000 depending on the branch.
The institute manages admissions on its own for all programmes. There is no central counselling body, and seats are allotted through its merit and counselling process.
Admission Update: - MBA 2027-29 Batch: NMAT 2026 registration is open. October 10, 2026 is the tentative last date to register. The exam window is November 5 to December 19, 2026 tentatively, and Stage 2, which includes the Competency Test and PI, is expected from February to March 2027.
- B.Tech and BBA 2027: NCET 2026 and NPAT 2026 ended in June 2026. NCET 2027 and NPAT 2027 registrations are expected to start from January 2027 tentatively.
- Law 2027: CLAT 2027 registration is expected from July 2026 onward. Students should check consortiumofnlus.ac.in for active CLAT 2027 dates.
- No management quota: NMIMS states that there is "No admission based on capitation." Admission is based on merit.
- Female diversity seats for MBA: 30% of MBA seats across NMIMS campuses are kept for female candidates.
- Only NMAT for MBA: NMIMS Mumbai does not accept CAT, XAT, GMAT, or CMAT scores for full-time MBA admission.
- MBA Business Analytics and Digital Transformation: Applicants must have Mathematics or Statistics as a compulsory subject in graduation.
- MBA Pharmaceutical Management: Applicants need a background in pharmacy, life sciences, or medicine, such as B.Pharm, MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BAMS, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or Microbiology.
- NMAT attempts: Students can take NMAT up to three times, and the best score is considered for shortlisting.
- 7 NMIMS campuses: Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Indore, Chandigarh, and Sanand have separate NMAT cutoffs. This article is for the Mumbai campus.
NMIMS Mumbai Admission Portal 2027: nmims.edu/admission
Direct Admission at NMIMS Mumbai: The institute does not have a management quota. Seats are offered through merit and the institute-level counselling process.
NMIMS Mumbai Admission 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| NMAT 2026 Registration Closes | October 10, 2026 (Tentative) |
| NMAT 2026 Admit Card Release | October 28, 2026 |
| NMAT 2026 Exam Window | November 5 to December 19, 2026 (Tentative) |
| NMIMS Step 2 Application Opens on NMIMS Portal | November 2026 to January 2027 (Tentative) |
| CLAT 2027 Registration Closes | October 31, 2026 |
| CLAT 2027 Exam | December 6, 2026 |
| Stage 2 Shortlist Announcement for MBA | January 2027 (Tentative) |
| Competency Test and PI at NMIMS Mumbai | February to March 2027 (Tentative) |
| Final Merit List and Admission Offers for MBA | April 2027 (Tentative) |
| NCET 2027 Registration Opens | January 2027 (Tentative) |
| NCET 2027 Registration Closes | May 2027 (Tentative) |
| NCET 2027 Exam Window | February to June 2027 (Tentative) |
| NPAT 2027 Registration Opens | January 2027 (Tentative) |
| NPAT 2027 Phase 1 Exam | February to March 2027 (Tentative) |
| NPAT 2027 Phase 2 Exam | April to June 2027 (Tentative) |
| NMIMS Law Seat Allotment | January to March 2027 (Tentative) |
| Programme Commencement for MBA | June 2027 (Tentative) |
| Merit List and Online Counselling for B.Tech | June to July 2027 (Tentative) |
| BBA Counselling and Seat Allotment | June to July 2027 (Tentative) |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
NMIMS Mumbai UG Admission 2027
NMIMS Mumbai B.Tech Admission 2027
Mukesh Patel School of Technology Management and Engineering handles B.Tech admission at NMIMS Mumbai. Students must take NCET, which means NMIMS Common Entrance Test. JEE Main scores are not used at any NMIMS campus. NRI and international applicants can submit SAT or ACT scores instead of NCET.
| Programme | Eligibility | Total Programme Fee (INR) |
| B.Tech Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics and Telecommunication | Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry or a Vocational subject. Minimum 45% aggregate in PCM. | 17,00,000 |
| B.Tech Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, CSE with Cybersecurity, CSBS | Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry or a Vocational subject. Minimum 45% aggregate in PCM. | 18,00,000 |
| B.Tech Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics | Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry or a Vocational subject. Minimum 45% aggregate in PCM. | 14,80,000 |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
For B.Tech selection, NMIMS gives equal importance to the entrance test and Class 12 marks. The final merit score uses 50% NCET score and 50% Class 12 PCM aggregate marks.
- NCET format: The test is computer-based and lasts 120 minutes. It has Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Logical Intelligence, and Language Proficiency. There is no negative marking.
- Attempts: Students get one main attempt and up to two retakes in one cycle. The highest score is counted.
- Counselling: Counselling is held online on the NMIMS portal. Students choose their campus and branch preferences during this stage.
- NRI and international route: SAT or ACT scores may replace NCET. Students should contact NMIMS admissions for the NRI process and fee structure.
How to Apply for B.Tech at NMIMS Mumbai?
- Register on the NMIMS NCET portal and book the test date.
- Take NCET and check the score when results are released.
- Submit the NMIMS college form at nmims.edu with Class 12 marks and documents.
- Join online counselling and lock the preferred campus and branch.
- Pay the admission fee before the last date to confirm the seat.
NMIMS Mumbai BBA Admission 2027
NMIMS Mumbai offers BBA options in Finance, Marketing, International Business, Fintech, Advertising and Branding, and Hospitality. Admission is based on NPAT, which is the NMIMS-conducted UG entrance test held in a rolling two-phase window. BBA admission does not include a group discussion or personal interview.
| Programme | Eligibility | Total Programme Fee (INR) |
| BBA Finance and BBA Marketing | Class 12 from a recognised board with minimum 50% aggregate. | 21,00,000 |
| BBA Fintech and BBA General | Class 12 from a recognised board with minimum 50% aggregate. | 10,80,000 |
| BBA International Business | Class 12 from a recognised board with minimum 60% aggregate. The student must have passed on the first attempt. | 15,00,000 |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
- Merit basis: Admission depends only on the NPAT score. No GD or PI is held.
- NPAT format: The computer-based test checks Proficiency in English Language, Quantitative and Numerical Ability, and Reasoning and General Intelligence.
- Attempts: Students can schedule multiple attempts in the same cycle. The best score is used.
- Counselling: Seats are allotted by NPAT rank and the programme preference submitted by the student.
How to Apply for BBA at NMIMS Mumbai?
- Register on the NMIMS NPAT portal and pay the exam fee.
- Choose an NPAT slot from the available dates and appear for the test.
- Fill the NMIMS application form and upload the required documents.
- Take part in counselling and choose the preferred BBA programme and campus.
- Pay the programme fee within the given deadline to confirm admission.
NMIMS Mumbai Law Admission 2027
NMIMS School of Law, Mumbai offers BA LLB (Hons.) and BBA LLB (Hons.) as 5-year integrated law programmes. Students can apply through CLAT, conducted by the CLAT Consortium, or through NLAT, which is the NMIMS Law Admission Test. NMIMS also offers LLM programmes in six specialisations through a separate admission process.
| Programme | Eligibility | Total Programme Fee (INR) |
| BA LLB (Hons.) and BBA LLB (Hons.) | Class 12 from a recognised board with minimum 45% aggregate, or 40% for SC/ST. There is no age limit under CLAT Consortium rules. | 17,50,000 |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
- CLAT route: Students appear for CLAT 2027 and apply to NMIMS with the CLAT score. Allotment depends on CLAT rank and the NMIMS internal cutoff.
- NLAT route: NMIMS also conducts NLAT. Students who meet the NLAT cutoff can be considered for admission.
- Merit allotment: The final seat is allotted through CLAT or NLAT rank and the student’s programme choice.
- No interview: NMIMS Mumbai does not conduct a group discussion or personal interview for law admission.
How to Apply for Law at NMIMS Mumbai?
- Register for CLAT 2027 at consortiumofnlus.ac.in, or register for NLAT on the NMIMS portal.
- Appear for the selected exam and check the result.
- Submit the NMIMS Law admission form with the CLAT or NLAT score.
- Join NMIMS counselling and confirm the seat according to the merit list.
NMIMS Mumbai PG Admission 2027
NMIMS Mumbai MBA Admission 2027
SBM NMIMS Mumbai offers MBA Core, MBA Human Resources, MBA Business Analytics, MBA Digital Transformation, and MBA Pharmaceutical Management for the 2027-29 batch. NMAT by GMAC is compulsory for all five MBA options. After the NMAT shortlist, selected students must attend the Competency Assessment Test and Personal Interview at the Mumbai campus.
Students must also complete the NMIMS Step 2 application after taking NMAT. This application is separate from registration on the GMAC portal.
| Programme | Eligibility | NMAT 2025 Reference Cutoff |
| MBA Core and MBA Human Resources | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Minimum 50% aggregate, or 45% for SC/ST. | 209 overall and 62 per section |
| MBA Business Analytics and MBA Digital Transformation | Bachelor’s in Engineering or B.Sc in Maths, Statistics, CS, IT, Data Science, Economics, or Finance. Minimum 50% aggregate. Mathematics or Statistics must be a compulsory UG subject. | 209 overall and 62 per section |
| MBA Pharmaceutical Management | B.Pharm, M.Pharm, MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BAMS, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or Microbiology degree. Minimum 50% aggregate. | 190 overall and 50 per section |
The cutoff figures are from the 2025-26 admission cycle and are for reference. The NMAT 2026 cutoff for the 2027-29 batch will be published on nmat.nmims.edu after NMAT results are declared. The total 2-year MBA fee is INR 25,00,000 as per 2025-26 fee data and is subject to revision. Students should contact the college or visit nmims.edu for current fees.
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
NMIMS MBA admission has three stages. There is no group discussion. The Competency Assessment Test has the highest weight in the final composite score.
- Stage 1: Clear NMAT by GMAC with the overall cutoff and the sectional minimum in Language Skills, Quantitative Skills, and Logical Reasoning.
- Stage 2 Shortlist: NMIMS prepares the shortlist from NMAT performance. Only shortlisted students move to Stage 2 at the Mumbai campus.
- Stage 2 Test: The Competency Assessment Test is computer-based and lasts 60 to 90 minutes. It covers Verbal Ability, Mental Ability, and Managerial Ability. There is no negative marking.
- Stage 2 Interview: The Personal Interview lasts 15 to 20 minutes at the NMIMS campus and checks motivation, goals, and programme fit.
- Final Merit: NMIMS prepares a composite score using NMAT score, Competency Test score, PI performance, academic profile, and work experience. The exact weightage for the 2027-29 batch is given in the official NMAT Admission Handout at nmat.nmims.edu.
- Female diversity: 30% of seats are reserved for female candidates.
- Work experience: Full-time work experience of at least 6 months gets positive weightage. Internships and project work are not counted.
How to Apply for MBA at NMIMS Mumbai?
- Step 1: Register on the GMAC portal at nmat.org, pay the NMAT fee, and schedule the exam.
- Step 2: Appear for NMAT. A student can take up to three attempts in one cycle, and the best score is used.
- Step 3: Fill the NMIMS Step 2 application at nmat.nmims.edu. This is separate from GMAC registration and has its own deadline.
- Step 4: Choose the preferred MBA programme and campus on the NMIMS portal, pay the NMIMS application fee, and upload documents.
- Step 5: Attend the Competency Test and PI at NMIMS Mumbai if shortlisted.
NMIMS SBM Mumbai MBA vs XLRI Jamshedpur vs MDI Gurgaon
For students looking at B-schools outside the IIMs, SBM NMIMS Mumbai is often compared with XLRI Jamshedpur and MDI Gurgaon. The entrance exam and second-stage selection process are different at each institute. The table shows the main admission differences for the 2027-29 batch cycle.
| Particulars | SBM NMIMS Mumbai | XLRI Jamshedpur | MDI Gurgaon |
| Entrance Exam | NMAT by GMAC, the only accepted exam | XAT for BM and HRM. GMAT for some routes. | CAT for PGPM. GMAT for executive route. |
| Shortlisting Basis | NMAT overall score and per-section cutoff | XAT percentile and academic profile | CAT percentile and academic profile |
| Stage 2 Selection | Competency Assessment Test and Personal Interview | Group Discussion and Personal Interview | Essay Writing and Personal Interview |
| Group Discussion | Not conducted | Conducted for BM and HRM | Not conducted, Essay Writing is used instead |
| Work Experience Role | Optional. Minimum 6 months gets positive weightage. | Valued positively for HRM. Not mandatory. | Considered in profile. Not mandatory. |
| Female Diversity Policy | 30% seat reservation for female candidates | Diversity bonus in selection composite | Diversity factor in selection composite |
Note: Among these three schools, NMIMS is the only one that needs a separate entrance test not shared with other B-schools. Students applying to MDI and XLRI can use CAT and XAT respectively, while NMIMS applicants must take NMAT. At NMIMS, the Competency Test takes the place of the GD used by XLRI and the Essay Writing round used by MDI.
NMIMS Mumbai Scholarships
NMIMS Mumbai provides need-cum-merit scholarships. To be eligible, students must satisfy both academic performance and family income conditions.
- Eligibility: Score above the 80th percentile in the qualifying entrance exam. Family annual income must be below INR 6 lakh.
- Amount for UG students: INR 1,000 per month.
- Amount for PG students: INR 2,000 per month.
- How to apply: After receiving the provisional admission offer, submit the scholarship form with income documents to the NMIMS admissions office.
- External scholarships: Students can also apply through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
NMIMS Mumbai Admission FAQs
Ques. Which entrance test should I take for a full-time MBA at NMIMS Mumbai?
Ans. NMIMS Mumbai accepts only NMAT by GMAC for its full-time MBA programmes. CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, and GMAT scores are not valid for these courses. Students have to register for NMAT on the GMAC portal and also complete the separate NMIMS Step 2 form at nmat.nmims.edu.
Ques. What cutoff was used as the recent NMAT reference for NMIMS Mumbai MBA?
Ans. For the 2026-27 batch, the NMAT 2025 reference cutoff at NMIMS Mumbai was 209 overall with at least 62 marks in each section for MBA Core and MBA HR. For MBA Pharmaceutical Management, it was 190 overall with 50 per section. The NMAT 2026 cutoff for the 2027-29 batch will be released on nmat.nmims.edu after results.
Ques. Can fresh graduates apply for NMIMS MBA?
Ans. Yes. Work experience is not compulsory, so fresh graduates can apply. Full-time work of at least 6 months gets positive weightage in the final composite score. Internships and academic project work are not treated as work experience.
Ques. Is there any direct admission or management quota at NMIMS Mumbai?
Ans. No. NMIMS states that admission is merit-based and that there is "no admission based on capitation." The institute does not offer management quota seats at any campus. Admission is done through NMAT, NCET, NPAT, CLAT, or NLAT merit lists.
Ques. What happens in the MBA Competency Assessment Test at NMIMS?
Ans. The Competency Assessment Test is part of Stage 2 for shortlisted MBA applicants at the NMIMS Mumbai campus. It is a computer-based test of 60 to 90 minutes and includes Verbal Ability, Mental Ability, and Managerial Ability. It has the highest weight in the final selection composite, and the shortlist for this stage is based only on the NMAT score.
Ques. Does NMIMS Mumbai use JEE Main scores for B.Tech?
Ans. No. NMIMS MPSTME does not accept JEE Main. B.Tech admission is through NCET, which is the NMIMS Common Entrance Test. NRI and international students may use SAT or ACT scores instead. Final merit gives 50% weight to NCET and 50% to Class 12 PCM marks.
Ques. What Class 12 marks are needed for B.Tech admission at NMIMS Mumbai?
Ans. Students need at least 45% aggregate marks in Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry in Class 12 from a recognised board.
Ques. What is the MBA programme fee at NMIMS Mumbai?
Ans. As per 2025-26 fee data, the total 2-year fee for MBA Core, MBA HR, MBA Business Analytics, and MBA Pharmaceutical Management at NMIMS Mumbai is INR 25,00,000. Students should contact the NMIMS admissions office or visit nmims.edu for the updated fee for the 2027-29 batch.
Ques. Are final-year graduation students allowed to apply for NMIMS MBA?
Ans. Yes. Final-year students can take NMAT and apply for NMIMS MBA admission. They must later submit proof that they have completed graduation with at least 50% aggregate by the date given in the official NMAT Admission Handout. Admission remains conditional until the degree is verified.
Ques. How many times can a student take NMAT for NMIMS shortlisting?
Ans. A student may attempt NMAT up to three times in one cycle. NMIMS uses the highest score among the attempts for shortlisting. Taking more than one attempt within the same registration cycle does not carry any penalty.