Hi,

• Duration of Paper-1 is 1 hour and 40 min which is divided into 3 parts for 3 sections i.e. 40 questions in each section. Each section has 40 minutes. Total marks for Paper-1 are 100 marks and no negative marking scheme.
• Paper-2 has objective type multiple choice 60 questions equally divided into 3 sections i.e. 20 questions in each section. Each section has 30 minutes. Maximum marks are 60 marks for Paper-2.
• Paper-1 is common for all candidates and covers 3 subjects: Quantitative & Numerical Ability, Reasoning & General Intelligence and Proficiency in English Language and Paper 2 is to be taken by candidates applying for B.Des Program. This test will be started after 10 minutes of completion of Paper-1.

As per NMIMS NPAT 2022 Exam Pattern, the list of important topics and their weightage is tabulated below.

Quantitative & Numerical ability

Reasoning & General Intelligence

Proficiency in the English Language

• Error Recognition (5 Marks)
• Applied Grammar (8 Marks)
• Vocabulary (4 Marks)
• Contextual Usage (4 Marks)
• Sequencing of Ideas (4 Marks)
• Reading Comprehension (15 Marks)

4. Spatial Ability and Visualization Skills

• Principle of perception and visual design (7 Marks)
• Spatial relationships assessment (7 Marks)
• Knowledge of practical and every day (6 Marks)

5. Observation & Problem Solving

• Ability to detect concealed properties (6 Marks)
• Applying attention to certain details (6 Marks)
• Ability to discern subtle differences (3 Marks)
• Using these to solve problems (5 Marks)

6. General Awareness & Design Sensibility

• General awareness of environmental factors (6 Marks)
• Awareness of social and cultural connection (10 Marks)
• History of art, sculpture, and literature (4 Marks)

Hope this helps.