NMIMS Mumbai Admission 2027 covers MBA, B.Tech, BBA, law, pharmacy, design, science, and other programmes at Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies. For MBA admission, NMIMS Mumbai accepts only NMAT by GMAC. For UG admission, B.Tech is through NCET, BBA is through NPAT, and law admission is through CLAT or NLAT.
NMIMS Mumbai conducts its own admission and counselling process for every programme. There is no central counselling authority for seat allotment. The college fills seats only through merit and its own counselling rounds. The total 2-year MBA fee is INR 25,00,000 as per 2025-26 fee data.
Admission Update: - MBA 2027-29 Batch: NMAT 2026 registration is open. The last date to register is October 10, 2026 (Tentative). The exam window is from November 5 to December 19, 2026 (Tentative). Stage 2, which includes the Competency Test and PI, is expected from February to March 2027 (Tentative).
- B.Tech and BBA 2027: NCET 2026 and NPAT 2026 ended in June 2026. NCET 2027 and NPAT 2027 registrations are expected to begin from January 2027 (Tentative).
- Law 2027: CLAT 2027 registration is expected from July 2026 onward. Students should check consortiumofnlus.ac.in for current CLAT 2027 dates.
- No management quota: NMIMS says there is "No admission based on capitation." Seats are allotted on merit only.
- Female diversity seats (MBA): 30% of MBA seats are reserved for female candidates across NMIMS campuses.
- NMAT is compulsory for MBA: NMIMS Mumbai does not accept CAT, XAT, GMAT, or CMAT scores for any full-time MBA course.
- MBA Business Analytics and Digital Transformation: Applicants must have Mathematics or Statistics as a compulsory subject in their UG degree.
- MBA Pharmaceutical Management: Students need a background in pharmacy, life sciences, or medicine, such as B.Pharm, MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BAMS, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or Microbiology.
- Multiple NMAT attempts: Students can take NMAT up to three times. NMIMS uses the best score for shortlisting.
- 7 NMIMS campuses: The campuses are Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Indore, Chandigarh, and Sanand. Every campus has a separate NMAT cutoff. This article is for the Mumbai campus.
NMIMS Mumbai Admission Portal 2027: nmims.edu/admission
Direct Admission at NMIMS Mumbai: NMIMS Mumbai does not provide management quota admission. Students get seats through merit and the institute's own counselling process.
NMIMS Mumbai Admission Important Dates 2027
NMIMS Mumbai admission dates include institute-level application steps and entrance exam schedules for MBA, B.Tech, BBA, and law programmes.
| Event | Current 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) |
| Stage 2 Shortlist Announcement | January 2027 (Tentative) |
| Competency Test and PI at NMIMS Mumbai | February to March 2027 (Tentative) |
| Final Merit List and Admission Offers | April 2027 (Tentative) |
| Programme Commencement | June 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) |
| NCET Merit List and Online Counselling | June to July 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) |
| NPAT Counselling and Seat Allotment | June to July 2027 (Tentative) |
| CLAT 2027 Registration | July to November 2026 (Tentative, check Consortium website) |
| CLAT 2027 Exam | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| NMIMS Law Seat Allotment | January to March 2027 (Tentative) |
Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
NMIMS Mumbai PG Admission 2027
At the PG level, 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 the only entrance test accepted for these five MBA programmes. NMIMS School of Law also offers LLM programmes in six specialisations through a separate admission process.
NMIMS MBA Eligibility Criteria 2027
The required qualification changes by MBA specialisation. Final-year graduation students may apply, but they must finish the degree with at least 50% marks before the deadline mentioned in the official NMAT Handout.
| 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 only for reference. The NMAT 2026 cutoff for the 2027-29 batch will be available on nmat.nmims.edu after NMAT results. The total 2-year MBA fee is INR 25,00,000 as per 2025-26 fee data and may change. Students should contact the college or visit nmims.edu for the current fee.
Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
NMIMS MBA Selection Criteria 2027
NMIMS MBA admission for 2027 uses three stages. There is no group discussion. The Competency Assessment Test has the highest weight in the final composite score.
- Stage 1: Students must clear NMAT by GMAC, including the overall cutoff and the section-wise minimum in Language Skills, Quantitative Skills, and Logical Reasoning.
- Stage 2 Shortlist: NMIMS prepares the shortlist from NMAT performance. Only shortlisted students can attend Stage 2 at the Mumbai campus.
- Stage 2 Test: The Competency Assessment Test is computer-based and lasts 60 to 90 minutes. It checks 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. It checks goals, motivation, and fit for the programme.
- Final Merit: NMIMS prepares a composite score from NMAT score, Competency Test score, PI performance, academic record, 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 receives positive weightage. Internships and project work are not counted.
How to Apply for MBA at NMIMS Mumbai?
- Step 1: Register at nmat.org on the GMAC portal. Pay the NMAT registration fee and book an exam slot.
- Step 2: Take NMAT. A student may attempt the exam up to three times in one cycle, and the best score is considered.
- Step 3: Fill the NMIMS Step 2 form at nmat.nmims.edu. This form is separate from the GMAC registration and has its own deadline.
- Step 4: Choose the MBA programme and campus preference on the NMIMS portal. Pay the NMIMS application fee and upload the required documents.
- Step 5: Shortlisted students must appear for the Competency Test and PI at the NMIMS Mumbai campus on the given date.
NMIMS Mumbai UG Admission 2027
NMIMS Mumbai UG admission includes B.Tech, BBA, BA LLB (Hons.), and BBA LLB (Hons.). B.Tech admission is managed by Mukesh Patel School of Technology Management and Engineering through NCET. BBA admission is through NPAT. Law applicants can use either CLAT or NLAT scores.
NMIMS B.Tech Admission 2027
MPSTME conducts NMIMS Mumbai B.Tech admission through NCET, which means NMIMS Common Entrance Test. JEE Main scores are not accepted at any NMIMS campus. International and NRI 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 |
The fees are subject to revision and are given for reference. Students should contact the college or visit nmims.edu for exact fee details.
Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
NMIMS B.Tech Selection Criteria 2027
NMIMS prepares the final B.Tech merit list by giving equal weight to NCET and Class 12 PCM marks.
- Merit formula: NCET score carries 50% weightage and Class 12 PCM aggregate marks carry 50% weightage.
- NCET format: The test is computer-based and lasts 120 minutes. It has five sections: Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Logical Intelligence, and Language Proficiency. There is no negative marking.
- Multiple attempts: Students get one main attempt and up to two retakes in one cycle. The highest score is counted.
- Counselling: Counselling is online through the NMIMS portal. Students enter their campus and branch choices during counselling.
- NRI and international route: SAT or ACT scores can 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 choose an exam date.
- Appear for NCET and check the score on the result date.
- Fill the NMIMS college application form at nmims.edu and submit Class 12 marks and documents.
- Join online counselling and lock the preferred campus and branch.
- Pay the admission fee and confirm the seat before the deadline.
NMIMS BBA Admission 2027
NMIMS Mumbai offers BBA in Finance, Marketing, International Business, Fintech, Advertising and Branding, and Hospitality. Admission is based on NPAT, which is an NMIMS UG entrance exam 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. Minimum 50% aggregate. | 21,00,000 |
| BBA Fintech and BBA General | Class 12 from a recognised board. Minimum 50% aggregate. | 10,80,000 |
| BBA International Business | Class 12 from a recognised board. Minimum 60% aggregate. Students must have passed on the first attempt. | 15,00,000 |
The fees are subject to revision and are given for reference. Students should contact the college or visit nmims.edu for exact fee details.
Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
NMIMS BBA Selection Criteria 2027
- Merit basis: NPAT score alone decides final selection. There is no group discussion or personal interview.
- NPAT format: The computer-based test covers Proficiency in English Language, Quantitative and Numerical Ability, and Reasoning and General Intelligence.
- Multiple attempts: Students can schedule multiple attempts in the same cycle. The best score is used.
- Counselling: Seat allotment depends on NPAT rank and the programme choices filled by the student.
How to Apply for BBA at NMIMS Mumbai?
- Register on the NMIMS NPAT portal and pay the exam registration fee.
- Book an NPAT slot from the available dates and appear for the test.
- Complete the college application on the NMIMS portal and upload documents.
- Take part in counselling and select the preferred BBA programme and campus.
- Pay the programme fee before the deadline to confirm admission.
NMIMS Law Admission 2027
NMIMS School of Law, Mumbai offers BA LLB (Hons.) and BBA LLB (Hons.) as 5-year integrated law courses. Students can apply through CLAT, which means Common Law Admission Test, or through NLAT, which means NMIMS Law Admission Test.
| Programme | Eligibility | Total Programme Fee (INR) |
| BA LLB (Hons.) and BBA LLB (Hons.) | Class 12 from a recognised board. Minimum 45% aggregate, or 40% for SC/ST. There is no age limit as per CLAT Consortium rules. | 17,50,000 |
The fees are subject to revision and are given for reference. Students should contact the college or visit nmims.edu for exact fee details.
Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
NMIMS Law Selection Criteria 2027
- CLAT route: Students appear for CLAT 2027 and then apply to NMIMS with the CLAT score. Seat allotment depends on CLAT rank and the NMIMS internal cutoff.
- NLAT route: NMIMS also conducts NLAT as another route for law admission. Students who clear the NLAT cutoff can be considered for admission.
- Merit-based allotment: Final allotment is based on CLAT or NLAT rank and the programme preference selected by the student.
- No interview: NMIMS Mumbai law admission has no group discussion or personal interview round.
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 chosen exam on the scheduled date and check the result.
- Fill the NMIMS Law admission form and upload the CLAT or NLAT score.
- Attend NMIMS counselling and confirm the seat according to the merit list.
NMIMS SBM Mumbai MBA vs XLRI Jamshedpur vs MDI Gurgaon
For MBA applicants looking beyond the IIMs, SBM NMIMS Mumbai, XLRI Jamshedpur, and MDI Gurgaon follow different admission paths. Their accepted exams, shortlisting rules, and second-stage selection rounds are not the same for the 2027-29 batch cycle.
| Particulars | SBM NMIMS Mumbai | XLRI Jamshedpur | MDI Gurgaon |
| Entrance Exam | NMAT by GMAC, only exam accepted | 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 gives 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 asks students to take a dedicated entrance exam that is not shared with other B-schools. Students applying to MDI and XLRI can use CAT and XAT respectively, while NMIMS applicants must take NMAT. NMIMS uses the Competency Test instead of the GD round used by XLRI and the Essay Writing round used by MDI.
NMIMS Mumbai Scholarships
NMIMS Mumbai offers need-cum-merit scholarships. To qualify, students must meet both academic performance and family income conditions.
- Eligibility: Students must 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, students must submit the scholarship application with income documents to the NMIMS admissions office.
- External scholarships: Students may 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 all full-time MBA programmes. Scores from CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, and GMAT are not used. Students must first register for NMAT on the GMAC portal and then complete the separate NMIMS Step 2 form at nmat.nmims.edu.
Ques. What NMAT score was used as the reference cutoff for NMIMS Mumbai MBA?
Ans. For the 2026-27 batch, the NMAT 2025 cutoff at NMIMS Mumbai was 209 overall with at least 62 in each section for MBA Core and MBA HR. For MBA Pharmaceutical Management, the cutoff was 190 overall with 50 per section. NMIMS will release the NMAT 2026 cutoff for the 2027-29 batch on nmat.nmims.edu after the results.
Ques. Can I apply for NMIMS MBA without work experience?
Ans. Yes. Fresh graduates can apply because work experience is not compulsory. Full-time work experience of at least 6 months gets positive weightage in the final composite score. Internships and college project work are not treated as work experience.
Ques. Is there any direct or management quota admission at NMIMS Mumbai?
Ans. No. NMIMS states that admission is merit-based and there is "no admission based on capitation." The institute does not offer management quota seats at any campus. Seat allotment is done through merit lists based on NMAT, NCET, NPAT, CLAT, or NLAT.
Ques. What happens in the MBA Stage 2 test at NMIMS Mumbai?
Ans. Shortlisted MBA applicants attend the Competency Assessment Test at the NMIMS Mumbai campus. This computer-based test lasts 60 to 90 minutes and covers Verbal Ability, Mental Ability, and Managerial Ability. It has the highest weightage in the final selection composite, and students are shortlisted for it through NMAT score only.
Ques. Can JEE Main scores be used for B.Tech admission at NMIMS MPSTME?
Ans. No. NMIMS MPSTME does not accept JEE Main. Students must take NCET, which is the NMIMS Common Entrance Test. NRI and international students may use SAT or ACT scores instead of NCET. The final merit score gives 50% weightage to NCET and 50% weightage to Class 12 PCM marks.
Ques. What Class 12 marks are needed for NMIMS Mumbai B.Tech?
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 programme 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 2027-29 batch fee.
Ques. Are final-year graduation students eligible for NMIMS MBA admission?
Ans. Yes. Final-year students can appear for NMAT and apply for NMIMS MBA admission. They must later submit proof that they completed graduation with at least 50% aggregate by the date given in the official NMAT Admission Handout. Their admission remains conditional until NMIMS verifies the degree.
Ques. If I take NMAT more than once, which score will NMIMS consider?
Ans. A student can attempt NMAT up to three times in one cycle. NMIMS uses the highest score among all attempts for shortlisting. Taking more than one attempt in the same registration cycle does not lead to any penalty.
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