In NMAT, understanding sectional cutoff is important for securing admission to premier B-schools like NMIMS Mumbai, XIMB, TAPMI, and SDA Bocconi. As per the previous year analysis, it is expected that sectional cutoffs for NMAT 2025 may fall in the 65-70 mark range, depending on difficulty. The cutoff for NMIMS Mumbai is expected to be around 78 for language skills, 75 for logical reasoning and 73 for quantitative skills, with an overall expected cutoff of 205 - 245.
Whereas other top colleges, NMIMS Bangalore is expected to have a 70 -75 sectional cutoff, and the NMIMS Hyderabad campus is likely to have a lower cutoff of 62 for each section.
| Section | Average Expected Cutoff (User Votes) | User Sentiment |
|---|---|---|
| Language Skills | 70-75 | “Most unpredictable section” |
| Logical Reasoning | 68-72 | “Toughest but consistent” |
| Quantitative Skills | 70-73 | “More calculative this year” |
| Overall Score | 205-225 | “NMIMS Mumbai likely higher” |
NMAT 2024 Cutoff Percentile
Here are the college wise cutoff PDFs for different NMAT 2024 percentile ranges below. Each PDF provides a detailed breakdown of cutoffs across the specified percentile range.
| NMAT Cutoff | Download PDF Link |
|---|---|
| NMAT 2024 Cutoff: 90+ Percentile | Download PDF |
| NMAT 2024 Cutoff: 80 - 90 Percentile | Download PDF |
| NMAT 2024 Cutoff: 70 - 80 Percentile | Download PDF |
| NMAT 2024 Cutoff: 60 - 70 Percentile | Download PDF |
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Expected NMAT Sectional Cutoffs 2025 for NMIMS Mumbai
NMIMS Mumbai is a top college with only 600 available seats across programs, making the competition high.
- The expected overall cutoff for NMIMS campuses is 209, with sectional cutoffs of 62 in Language Skills, Quantitative Techniques, and Logical Reasoning.
- The cutoff for MBA pharmaceutical management is relatively lower, with 50 marks across sections.
NMIMS Mumbai Sectional Cutoff 2025 for different Programs
| Program | Overall Cutoff | Language Skills | Logical Reasoning | Quantitative Skills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBA Core | 209+ | 62 | 62 | 62 |
| MBA HR | 209+ | 62 | 62 | 62 |
| MBA Decision Science | 209+ | 62 | 62 | 62 |
| MBA Business Analytics | 209+ | 62 | 62 | 62 |
| MBA Digital Transformation | 209+ | 62 | 62 | 62 |
| MBA Pharmaceutical Management | 190+ | 50 | 50 | 50 |
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Previous Year’s NMAT Sectional Cutoff Marks for NMIMS Mumbai
- For NMAT 2024, the sectional cutoff has been reduced compared to recent years. Sectional cutoff for NMAT 2024 is seen around 62 - 65, and the overall cutoff marks are around 209.
- For NMAT 2023, the sectional cutoff was at 76, 65 and 60 for language skills, quantitative skills and logical reasoning, respectively.
- NMIMS cutoff for 2023 is again in a similar range but higher than the previous years. The cutoff for language skills and quantitative skills was 70 - 75, and 60 - 65 marks for logical reasoning.
Here is the previous year’s NMAT sectional cutoff data for NMIMS Mumbai
| Year | LS Cutoff Marks | QS Cutoff Marks | LR CutoffMarks | Overall Cutoff Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 62 - 65 | 62 - 65 | 62 - 65 | 209 |
| 2023 | 76 | 65 | 60 | 235 |
| 2022 | 70 - 75 | 70 - 75 | 65 -70 | 230+ |
| 2021 | 65 - 70 | 65 - 70 | 60 - 65 | 210 - 220 |
| 2020 | 60 - 65 | 60 - 65 | 55 - 60 | 200 - 210 |
How do Students Feel about Cutoffs changing over the Years?
| Year | Student Feedback | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | “Cutoff dropped slightly” | Easy LR, moderate LS |
| 2023 | “Most competitive year” | High test-taker volume |
| 2022 | “Stabilised cutoffs” | Balanced difficulty |
| 2021 | “LR felt tough” | Section-level difficulty shift |
Top B-Schools Accepting NMAT: Sectional Cutoff Requirements
Over 40 business schools across India accept NMAT scores, each with varying cutoff requirements.
For top institutes, general category candidates require:
- NMIMS Mumbai at 235-245,
- NMIMS Bangalore at 220-224,
- XIMB at 228+,
- KJ Somaiya at 210-220,
- TAPMI at 210+, and
- SDA Bocconi a 175+.
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Expected Sectional Cutoffs for Premier B-Schools 2025
| Institute | Overall Score | LS Sectional | LR Sectional | QS Sectional | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NMIMS Mumbai | 209+ | 62 | 62 | 62 | 90-95 |
| XIMB Bhubaneswar | 228+ | 70 | 68 | 70 | 90-92 |
| KJ Somaiya | 210-220 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 88-90 |
| TAPMI Manipal | 210-225 | 68 | 66 | 68 | 85-88 |
| SDA Bocconi | 175-200 | 55 | 55 | 55 | 75-80 |
| IFMR Chennai | 200-210 | 62 | 60 | 62 | 82-85 |
| IBS Hyderabad | 180-190 | 58 | 56 | 58 | 78-82 |
| Shiv Nadar University | 190-200 | 60 | 58 | 60 | 80-84 |
Mid-Tier B-Schools Sectional Requirements
| Institute | Overall Score | Sectional Cutoff (All Sections) | Expected Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOIL Institute of Management | 165-175 | 50-52 | 70-75 |
| Athena School of Management | 160-170 | 48-50 | 68-72 |
| ISBR Business School | 155-165 | 46-48 | 65-70 |
| Alliance University | 150-160 | 45-47 | 62-68 |
| VIT Business School | 145-155 | 43-45 | 60-65 |
| UPES Dehradun | 150-160 | 45-48 | 62-67 |
| Amrut Mody School of Management | 150-160 | 44-46 | 60-66 |
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NMAT Section-Wise Performance Requirements
Each section demands specific skills and preparation strategies. Understanding what scores you need in each section helps in targeted preparation.
Minimum Section Scores Required for Top Institutes
| Target Institute | LS Required | LR Required | QS Required | Total Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NMIMS Mumbai | 62+ | 62+ | 62+ | 209+ |
| XIMB | 70+ | 68+ | 70+ | 228+ |
| TAPMI | 68+ | 66+ | 68+ | 220+ |
| KJ Somaiya | 65+ | 65+ | 65+ | 215+ |
| SDA Bocconi | 55+ | 55+ | 55+ | 180+ |
Safe vs Risky Score Combinations for NMIMS Mumbai
Safe Combinations (High Selection Probability)
| Scenario | LS Score | LR Score | QS Score | Overall | Selection Chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balanced Performer | 75 | 72 | 70 | 217 | Very High |
| LS Strong | 85 | 68 | 66 | 219 | Very High |
| LR Strong | 68 | 80 | 65 | 213 | High |
| QS Strong | 66 | 68 | 78 | 212 | High |
Risky Combinations (May Not Clear Sectional Cutoff)
| Scenario | LS Score | LR Score | QS Score | Overall | Issue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QS Weak | 90 | 85 | 58 | 233 | QS below the cutoff |
| LR Weak | 88 | 60 | 82 | 230 | LR below cutoff |
| LS Weak | 59 | 80 | 86 | 225 | LS below cutoff |
| Unbalanced | 95 | 55 | 80 | 230 | LR below cutoff |
Read the NMAT Selection Process 2025: Check Dates, Admission Criteria, GD, WAT, PI Format, and Top Colleges
Note: Meeting the overall cutoff means nothing if sectional cutoffs aren't cleared. A candidate with 230 overall but 60 in Quantitative Skills will be rejected if the sectional cutoff is 62.
So you need to understand that clearing sectional cutoffs is as important as securing a high overall score. With NMIMS setting a common cutoff of 209 across all campuses with sectional requirements of 62 in each section, the exam has become easier as well as competitive at the same time.
With the NMAT 2025 exam running until December 19, 2025, you have the opportunity to plan your preparation, work on sectional weaknesses, and get your target scores across all three sections.
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*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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