NMAT 2015 Preparation Strategy:

NMAT 2015 consists of 3 sections i.e. Language Skills, Quantitative Skills and Logical Skills. NMAT has sectional as well as overall cut-off so candidates need to perform well in all the three sections to get shortlisted.

NMAT is a Computer Based Test of 120 min. Since there is no negative marking, candidates should focus on Speed and Accuracy. Start practice from N.C.E.R.T Books for understanding the basics. Toppers have suggested tpreparing in January in clearing doubts and learning the basics is beneficial.

Language Skills:

This section is of moderate in nature.  It includes 2 Reading Comprehension questions and most of the candidates feel difficult to complete this part. Also the questions are framed on English Usage. There are some important points, aspirants must remember while taking up Language part:

• Focus on Basic and Proper Usage of grammar
• Improve Vocabulary as most of the questions are based on vocabulary
• Score good in comprehension as in this section you may full marks
• Avoid spelling mistakes
• Sentence formation must be understandable and concise

Logical Reasoning:

This section is of moderate to difficulty level. There will be 40 questions and candidates must attempt 25 questions to crack the exam.

There will be 20-30 questions from Mathematical Reasoning, 10-15 questions from Verbal Reasoning, 5-10 questions from Critical Reasoning and 1-5 questions from Linear Arrangement, Circular arrangements, Distribution, Comparison, Blood Relation, Venn Diagram, Coding/Decoding, Calendars, Visual Reasoning, Syllogism, Strong week argument and Statement Conclusion.

Following points should be taken into consideration for Logical Reasoning Preparation:

• Analyze, what is given in the question and note it on paper to solve. The answer is always hidden in the question
• Boost up your skills to solve mathematics problems that assist you in time managing.
• You should have proper knowledge of Directions e. which direction is East, West, North and South.
• Practice puzzles as most of the questions are framed from topics like Critical Reasoning, Analytical reasoning and Reasoning Data Sufficiency. So it helps in improving solving skills.
• Use proper tricks and method for solving any problem

Also see:

NMAT 2015 Exam Analysis

NMAT 2015 Syllabus

Exam Pattern of NMAT 2015

Cut-off of NMAT 2015

Quantitative Skills:

This section is also moderate to tough in nature. There will be 48 questions and candidates may score for the merit list by solving 30 questions. This section includes Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency questions. Data Interpretation questions are quite time consuming.

1-5 questions are framed from Number System, BODMAS/Ratio and Proportion, Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest, Average/Mixture, Time/Speed/Distance etc. 10-20 questions are framed from Number System, Algebra, DI/DS

Following points help in preparing for Quantitative part:

• Divide your time for in preparing different topics
• Make list of formulae so that you can memorise them all
• Develop your speed as some questions are time consuming. So, keep a track of the time and stick to the sectional time limit while giving mock tests or solving previous year papers

NMAT is conducted over a period of three months .The level of difficulty in NMAT paper may vary from year to year but there is not much change in the question pattern. Candidates may crack this exam with sincere preparation. Daily study of 4 hours is sufficient for preparing for the exam. Candidates should follow some preparation tips to crack NMAT 2015:

Focus on weak Areas:

Put effort to improve Problem Areas by practicing through solved papers firstly and then through unsolved paper. Try to solve 20-30 questions on daily basis to improve weak areas and clear basics

Select the section sequence carefully:

Always start with strongest section to the weakest as it would save lots of time, develop confidence.

Prepare Notes:

Make your own notes and revise them few days before the exam and can save much of your time.  Write down important formulae, tips, tricks and techniques in a separate notebook. Revise your notes in free time so that it is easy to recall at the time of exam.

Have your concept clear:

Candidates should be clear with the concept. The clearer they will be, the easier you will find to sail through. Set a Study minimum deadline to solve a number of questions. Try to solve questions within the set time frame.

Refresh your mind:

Refresh your mind by taking short intervals, do some recreational activities.

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