NBSAT 2022 will be conducted by Narayana Business School located in Ahmedabad, Gujrat through online mode on January 30, 2022. Candidates who aspire to pursue MBA or various PGDM can appear in the entrance examination. 

NBSAT 2022 Registration has started on the official website of Narayana Business School. The candidates can register online. The minimum eligibility criteria for NBSAT 2022 is to pass Graduation with at least 50% marks. Students must have studied Mathematics/Statistics at class 12th Level. Bachelor’s degree in IT engineering, Computer Applications, or Statistics would be added advantage for the PGDM-Data Science & Analytics program. Bachelor’s degree in finance, statistics, or economics would be added as an advantage for PGDM-Quantitative Finance Program.

NBS Aptitude Test (NBSAT) is a management entrance exam divided by the Narayana Business School, which accesses the candidate’s ability in Quantitative Aptitude (QT), Data Interpretation & Data Adequacy (DI & DA), Vocabulary, Analytical Reasoning (AR), and Reading Comprehension (RC). 

  • NBSAT 2022 will be a Proctored Online Test.
  • NBSAT duration is of 120 minutes.
  • NBSAT is an objective test. The candidates should choose an appropriate response. 
  • There is no negative marking.

NBSAT 2022 Highlights

NBSAT 2022 will be conducted for admissions in the PGDM/MBA program. Some important highlights of NBSAT are tabulated below:

Name of Examination Narayana Business School Aptitude Test (NBSAT)
Conducting Body Narayana Business School
Level of Exam Business School
Mode of Application Online
Mode of Exam Online
Application Fee INR 1000
Exam Duration 120 mins
Official Website https://nbsat.nbs.edu.in/

NBSAT 2022 Exam Dates

The official dates for NBSAT 2021 examinations have been released. Tabulated below are the dates for the same:

Last Date to Apply January 26, 2022
Exam Date January 30, 2022

NBSAT 2022 Eligibility 

The minimum eligibility criteria that need to be met for appearing in NBSAT 2021 for all the courses are different and the same has been listed below:

Course Eligibility
PGDM (Data Science & Analytics) Bachelor’s degree in IT engineering, Computer Applications or Statistics
PGDM (Quantitative Finance) Bachelor’s degree in finance, statistics or economics
PGDM – Dual Specialization Bachelor’s degree from any recognized college with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks
MBA + PGPCE

Check: NBS Ahmedabad Courses and Fees

NBSAT 2022 Application Process

The application forms are available till January 26, 2022. The candidates can apply for NBSAT 2021 online mode by visiting the official website of Narayana Business School. Mentioned below are the details regarding the same:

  • Visit the official website of Narayana Business School.
  • Enter the details as required.
  • Choose the course you want to apply for.
  • Cross-check all the details you have entered.
  • Process the fee and submit the form.

Check: NBS Ahmedabad Admission

NBSAT 2022 Selection Criteria

The candidates are selected for the courses offered at Narayana Business School on the basis of their performance in the NBSAT 2021 examination followed by counselling. A candidate will be shortlisted for further admission process (GD-PI) based on her/his overall NBSAT Score. Shortlisted candidates will be intimated for GD/PI dates. The cut-off for shortlisting is calculated separately for each program based on her/his overall NBSAT Score. The weightage for the qualification score and interview shall be defined by the individual schools based on the needs of the program.

NBSAT 2022 Exam Pattern

NBSAT 2022 Exam is designed to measure the candidate’s ability in Quantitative Techniques (QT), Data Interpretation & Data Adequacy (DI & DA), Vocabulary, Analytical Reasoning (AR) and Reading Comprehension (RC). The NBSAT 2021 consists of all important topics as covered in the other MBA exams like CAT, XAT and MAT. The detail about the same is mentioned below:

The exam section comprises four categories of 20-30 questions. The students will get 30-20 minutes for each category. The paper is based on:

Category No. of Questions Time
Quantitative Techniques (QT) 30 questions 30 minutes
Data Interpretation & Data Adequacy (DI & DA) 30 questions 30 minutes
Vocabulary, Analytical Reasoning (AR) 20 questions 20 minutes
Reading Comprehension (RC) 20 questions 20 minutes

NBSAT 2022 Evaluation Criteria

Merit List and Wait List is displayed on the website of Narayana Business School. Waitlist movement depends upon the vacant seats available if any. The candidates are evaluated on the following parameters:

Parameters Marks
NBSAT Score (out of 100, scale down to 50 marks) 50
Academic Performance & Prior Work Experience 20
Group Discussion 15
Personal Interview 15
Total 100

NBSAT 2022 FAQs

Ques. When and how should I report to NBS for the verification process?

Ans. You will have to report to NBS online mode and by visiting the official website of NBS. It must be noted that any offline mode will not be allowed to complete the verification process.

Ques. Can I sit for the entrance examination of NBSAT 2022 on January 30, 2021 after 11.30?

Ans. No candidate under any circumstances will be allowed to sit for the entrance examination after 11.00 AM on the specific date of the examination. You will have to sit for the online test sharp at 11.00 AM otherwise you will be disqualified from that session.

Ques. Can I evaluate my score after receiving the NBSAT 2022 Result?

Ans. No, the marks or the total score that will be published by NBS will be the final score and you will not be able to claim anything regarding the marks given on the scorecard or the result.

Ques. Shall I get any reservations for admission in NBS through NBSAT 2022?

Ans. No there are no criteria of reservation for any candidate in the admission at NBS through the entrance examination.

Ques. What is the percentage of Cut off for NBSAT 2022?

Ans. The cut-off for the candidates to get admission in NBS through the entrance test is a minimum of 60%.

Ques. When the answer key for NBSAT 2022 will be released?

Ans. No answer key will be released for NBSAT 2022.

Ques. Is there any sectional timing in NBSAT 2022 Exam?

Ans. No, there is not any sectional timing in the entrance test.

Ques. Is there any chance to delay the entrance examination of NBSAT 2022 for COVID-19?

Ans. As per the notification published by NBS, there is no chance to delay the examination. As this is an online test the entrance exam will be held on the given date.

Ques. Do I need to have work experience to get admission to NBS? Is it mandatory?

Ans. It is good to have work experience but it is not mandatory to get admission in NBS for a specific PG program.

Ques. What about the validation of the NBSAT 2022 Score?

Ans. NBSAT 2022 Score will be valid for the admission of the 2021-2023 academic year at NBS.

Ques. What is the course fee in NBS through NBSAT 2022?

Ans. For the PGDM with dual specialization and integrated programs like MBA+PGPCE, the course fee is INR 6,50,000 and for the other PGDM and MBA program, the course fee is INR 10,85,000.

Ques. How to apply for NBSAT 2022?

Ans. Candidates can apply for the NBSAT 2022 in the online mode by registering them on the portal of Narayana Business School.

Ques. How can I prepare for NBSAT 2022?

Ans. NBSAT 2022 mainly focuses on the Quantitative Aptitute, Reasoning and Menatal Ability related Questions. Students should collect good resources like preparation books and study guides. The second is to make a timeline to complete the syllabus and take up mock tests to understand individual pace.

Ques. What is the age limit to appear for NBSAT 2022 ?

Ans. There is no age limit for appearing in NBSAT 2022. The only eligibility is that the candidate must have completed the graduation.

Ques. How many times can candidates appear for NBSAT 2022?

Ans. Candidates can appear only once of the NBSAT 2022.