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Key Facts: NPAT Exam

120

Total Questions

NMIMS NPAT Admission Handbook

100

Duration (Minutes)

NMIMS NPAT Admission Handbook

₹2,000

Starting Exam Fee (INR)

NMIMS NPAT registration portal

3

Sections

NMIMS NPAT syllabus outline

3

Max Exam Attempts Allowed

NMIMS NPAT retake guidelines

No Negative

Marking Policy

NMIMS NPAT marking guidelines

The NMIMS NPAT is a 100-minute computer-based test comprising 120 MCQs with no negative marking. It features three equal sections: Quantitative Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Verbal Reasoning (40 questions each). Candidates can take up to three attempts, with the registration fee starting at ₹2,000 INR per attempt.

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1A shopkeeper marks up his goods by 40% and then offers a discount of 20% on the marked price. What is his net profit percentage?
A.20%
B.12%
C.16%
D.14%
Explanation: Let the cost price be 100. The marked price becomes 100 * 1.40 = 140. A 20% discount on 140 equals 140 * 0.20 = 28. The selling price is 140 - 28 = 112, resulting in a net profit of 12%.
2If log_10(x) + log_10(x - 3) = 1, what is the value of x?
A.5
B.-2
C.2
D.5 or -2
Explanation: Using logarithmic properties, log_10(x(x - 3)) = 1, which implies x(x - 3) = 10. Solving the quadratic equation x^2 - 3x - 10 = 0 yields x = 5 or x = -2. Since the logarithm of a negative number is undefined, x must be 5.
3A sum of money double itself in 6 years at a certain rate of simple interest. In how many years will it become 4 times itself at the same rate of interest?
A.12 years
B.18 years
C.24 years
D.15 years
Explanation: If a sum P doubles, the interest earned is P in 6 years. To become 4 times itself (4P), the interest earned must be 3P. Since simple interest is proportional to time, earning 3P interest takes 3 * 6 = 18 years.
4Two vessels A and B contain mixtures of milk and water in the ratios 7:2 and 5:4 respectively. In what ratio should these mixtures be blended so that the resulting mixture contains milk and water in the ratio 3:2?
A.1:4
B.7:2
C.3:5
D.1:2
Explanation: Let milk concentrations be 7/9 in A, 5/9 in B, and 3/5 in the final mixture. Using the rule of alligation, the ratio of A to B is calculated as |5/9 - 3/5| : |7/9 - 3/5| = (27-25)/45 : (35-27)/45 = 2/45 : 8/45 = 1:4.
5A, B, and C can complete a piece of work in 10, 12, and 15 days respectively. They begin working together, but A leaves 2 days before the completion of the work. In how many days is the work finished?
A.5 days
B.4.8 days
C.4.2 days
D.6 days
Explanation: Let total work be 60 units (LCM of 10, 12, 15). The rates of A, B, and C are 6, 5, and 4 units/day. Let the work finish in x days. A works for (x - 2) days, and B and C work for x days. The equation is 6(x - 2) + 5x + 4x = 60, which simplifies to 15x = 72, giving x = 4.8 days.
6A train passes a telegraph post in 8 seconds and a bridge 264 meters long in 20 seconds. What is the speed of the train?
A.66 km/hr
B.75 km/hr
C.82 km/hr
D.79.2 km/hr
Explanation: Let the length of the train be L meters and speed be S m/s. Then L = 8S. The train crosses the bridge in 20 seconds, so L + 264 = 20S. Substituting L gives 8S + 264 = 20S => 12S = 264 => S = 22 m/s. To convert to km/hr, multiply by 18/5: 22 * 18/5 = 79.2 km/hr.
7What is the unit digit of the number 7^295?
A.7
B.9
C.3
D.1
Explanation: The unit digit of powers of 7 follows a cycle of 4: 7^1 = 7, 7^2 = 9, 7^3 = 3, 7^4 = 1. Dividing the exponent 295 by 4 gives a remainder of 3. Therefore, the unit digit is the 3rd in the cycle, which is 3.
8In an arithmetic progression, the 5th term is 19 and the 10th term is 39. What is the sum of the first 20 terms of this progression?
A.780
B.820
C.900
D.860
Explanation: Let a be the first term and d be the common difference. We have a + 4d = 19 and a + 9d = 39. Subtracting the first equation from the second gives 5d = 20 => d = 4. Thus, a + 4(4) = 19 => a = 3. The sum of the first 20 terms is S_20 = (20/2) * [2(3) + 19(4)] = 10 * [6 + 76] = 10 * 82 = 820.
9If the roots of the quadratic equation x^2 - px + q = 0 differ by 1, which of the following is true?
A.p^2 = 4q + 1
B.p^2 = 4q - 1
C.q^2 = 4p + 1
D.p^2 = q^2 + 1
Explanation: Let the roots be alpha and beta. We are given |alpha - beta| = 1. Squaring both sides yields (alpha - beta)^2 = 1 => (alpha + beta)^2 - 4(alpha * beta) = 1. Since alpha + beta = p and alpha * beta = q, we substitute to get p^2 - 4q = 1, which simplifies to p^2 = 4q + 1.
10A box contains 5 red, 4 blue, and 3 green balls. If three balls are drawn at random, what is the probability that they are all of different colors?
A.3/11
B.4/11
C.5/11
D.3/22
Explanation: The total number of balls is 12. The number of ways to choose 3 balls is 12C3 = (12 * 11 * 10) / (3 * 2 * 1) = 220. The number of ways to choose 1 ball of each color is 5C1 * 4C1 * 3C1 = 5 * 4 * 3 = 60. The probability is 60/220 = 3/11.

About the NPAT Exam

The NMIMS NPAT (NMIMS Programs After Twelfth) is the official entrance test conducted by SVKM's NMIMS for admission to various undergraduate and integrated degree programs. These include BBA, B.Com (Hons), B.Sc. Finance, B.Sc. Economics, and B.A. (Hons) Liberal Arts. The exam is conducted across multiple campuses, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Navi Mumbai, Hyderabad, Indore, Dhule, and Chandigarh.

Questions

120 scored questions

Time Limit

100 minutes

Passing Score

Merit-based (80+ considered competitive)

Exam Fee

₹2,000+ INR (SVKM's NMIMS)

NPAT Exam Content Outline

33.3%

Quantitative Reasoning

Evaluates numerical ability and mathematical skills. Core topics include Arithmetic (profit/loss, mixtures, work, speed), Algebra (logarithms, quadratic equations, progressions), Geometry, Trigonometry, and Data Interpretation (tables, graphs).

33.3%

Logical Reasoning

Tests analytical and critical thinking. Key topics cover linear/circular seating arrangements, family trees/blood relations, coding-decoding, series, analogies, direction sense, syllogisms, and clocks & calendars.

33.3%

Verbal Reasoning

Measures command over English. Covers reading comprehension passages, vocabulary skills (synonyms, antonyms, analogies, idioms), and grammatical ability (prepositions, conjunctions, subject-verb agreement, and para jumbles).

How to Pass the NPAT Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Merit-based (80+ considered competitive)
  • Exam length: 120 questions
  • Time limit: 100 minutes
  • Exam fee: ₹2,000+ INR

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

NPAT Study Tips from Top Performers

1Improve your calculations: Quantitative reasoning contains direct arithmetic and algebra questions. Daily practice of speed math, percentage tables, and squares/cubes will save valuable time.
2Attempt all questions: Since there is no negative marking, manage your time so that you do not leave any question unattempted. If running out of time, make educated guesses on remaining questions.
3Focus on seating arrangements and syllogisms: These are highly scoring areas in the Logical Reasoning section. Practice circular and linear arrangements to handle them efficiently under time pressure.
4Speed up reading: The Verbal Reasoning section includes reading comprehension passages and cloze tests. Enhance your reading speed and vocabulary to read and answer within the target time.
5Take sectional mock tests: With 120 questions to be solved in 100 minutes, you have less than 50 seconds per question. Sectional mock tests help build the pace required to navigate between sections.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the structure of the NMIMS NPAT exam?

The NPAT is an online computer-based exam consisting of 120 multiple-choice questions. It is divided into three sections: Quantitative Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Verbal Reasoning, with exactly 40 questions in each section. The total duration of the exam is 100 minutes, and there are no sectional time limits.

Is there negative marking in NMIMS NPAT?

No, there is no negative marking in the NMIMS NPAT exam. Candidates receive +1 mark for each correct answer, and 0 marks for incorrect or unattempted questions. This makes it highly advantageous to attempt all questions.

How many times can I take the NPAT exam?

Candidates are allowed a maximum of three attempts in an academic cycle (one main test and up to two retakes). NMIMS considers your best score out of all the attempts for merit list generation.

What is a good score to secure admission at NMIMS Mumbai?

While NMIMS does not publish official cut-offs, a score of 80+ out of 120 is generally considered strong and highly competitive for securing admission to the flagship BBA program at the Mumbai campus. Other campuses typically require scores between 65 and 80.

Is Mathematics compulsory at the 12th level to take the NPAT?

Yes, Mathematics or Statistics is a mandatory eligibility requirement in the 10+2 (or equivalent) qualifying exam for candidates seeking admission to the BBA, B.Sc. Finance, and B.Sc. Economics programs at NMIMS.

What is the fee for the NPAT exam registration?

The registration fee is ₹2,000 for selecting a single school category (e.g., School of Commerce). The fee increases incrementally (₹1,000 per additional school category) as you select more schools. Retake attempts incur the same fee structure.