NMIMS-CET Commerce is conducted by SVKM's NMIMS University, Mumbai for admission to B.Com Honours, BBA and B.Sc Economics at NMIMS campuses. NMIMS is one of India's top private business schools and its commerce programme is highly sought after, especially the B.Com Honours with strong placement outcomes.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Online CBT
Duration:120 minutes
Total Marks:300
Marking Scheme:+3 for correct (Sections 1-3), +1 for Section 4, -1 for wrong in all sections
Sections
Proficiency in English
30 Questions•90 Marks
Quantitative & Numerical Ability
30 Questions•90 Marks
Reasoning & General Intelligence
30 Questions•90 Marks
General Awareness
30 Questions•30 Marks
Syllabus
English
Advanced comprehension, vocabulary, grammar
Critical reasoning, inference, para completion
Quantitative Ability
Arithmetic, algebra, data interpretation
Number system, geometry, probability basics
Reasoning
Logical reasoning, analytical puzzles
Series, coding, arrangements, syllogisms
General Awareness
Current affairs, business news, economy
Financial literacy, markets awareness
Eligibility Criteria
Passed Class 12 with minimum 60% aggregate (50% for reserved)
No stream restriction
Important Dates
Registration
December 2026 (tentative - confirm on official website)
Exam window
January-May 2027 (tentative, multiple slots)
GD/PI
May-June 2027 (tentative)
Application Process
Register on nmims.edu
Fill form, select programme (B.Com/BBA/B.Sc Econ)
Pay application fee
Take NMIMS-CET online
Some programmes require GD/PI after shortlisting
💡 Preparation Tips
Note: there IS negative marking (-1 for wrong)
English section is harder than typical UG exams - practice advanced comprehension
NMIMS B.Com is very competitive - target 200+ out of 300
Quantitative section requires speed - practice data interpretation
❓ FAQs
Is NMIMS B.Com the same as NPAT?
NPAT was the earlier name. NMIMS-CET is the current entrance test for all NMIMS UG programmes.
Is NMIMS B.Com better than Shri Ram College (SRCC)?
Different strengths - SRCC is public (DU) with lower fees; NMIMS is private with more structured placements. Both are top-tier.