If I register for NMAT, have I already applied to a business school abroad?
No, registering for NMAT does not mean you have applied to a business school abroad. NMAT registration and business school applications are separate steps, so you must apply to each college yourself and decide which schools should receive your score.
No, registering for NMAT does not count as applying to a business school abroad. You need to submit a separate application to each college and choose which schools receive your NMAT score.
How the two steps differ
| Step | What it involves |
|---|---|
| NMAT registration | Signing up for the exam through GMAC |
| College application | A separate application to each business school you select |
| Score sharing | You choose the schools that receive your score, after checking they accept NMAT |
What colleges review after you apply
- NMAT score and academic record
- Work experience and application form
- English-language score and resume
- Interview or other selection steps, depending on the college
My Advice
Treat registration and applications as two parallel tracks, each with its own deadlines. Before you send your score, confirm that the programme accepts NMAT, then read the official application page for the exact document list.
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