How to Prepare for Group Discussion at NMIMS MBA Interview?

If you are applying for MBA at NMIMS, you must be aware of how to prepare for Group Discussion at NMIMS MBA interview. Since group discussion is a major part of the MBA selection process at NMIMS, you must make sure you score decently in this round to secure admission.

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Preparation Tips for Group Discussion at NMIMS MBA Interview
Major Changes in NMIMS MBA Selection Criteria

How to Prepare for Group Discussion at NMIMS MBA Interview?

NMIMS, or Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, is one of the premier management institutes in India, and every year, thousands of aspirants apply for MBA admission at this institute. Naturally, in order to secure admission, you have to excel in all parts of the admission process. The group discussion is part of the second stage of the MBA admission process at NMIMS, and it is called a Case Discussion. Similar to MBA group discussions, the Case Discussion round is a group of 12-15 participants, typically engaging with 3 panellists during a discussion on a business-related topic that lasts about 15-25 minutes.

Also Read: NMIMS MBA Admission 2025

Preparation Tips for Group Discussion at NMIMS MBA Interview

During a Group Discussion round of an MBA selection process, several things can go wrong due to the presence of so many participants. You should check out the tips mentioned below to address different types of issues you may encounter during an MBA GD round at NMIMS:

Problems During NMIMS MBA Group Discussion	Solutions/ Tips to Overcome
Beginning the Group Discussion	Prepare 2-3 crisp opening lines (facts, a quote, or a definition). Volunteer early, but don’t rush. If someone starts before you, jump in right after with a supporting point.
Nervousness or hesitation to speak	Take deep breaths before speaking, focus on one point at a time, and make eye contact. Start by agreeing/ disagreeing with someone’s point instead of initiating.
Other participants being dominant	Politely interrupt with phrases like “Let me add to that point” or “I’d like to present a different perspective”. Stay calm but assertive.
Fear of being wrong	Stick to logical reasoning, use simple examples, and if unsure, phrase it as “One possible way to see this is…”. Avoid overcomplicating.
Running out of points	Support others’ views by adding evidence, examples, or counterpoints. Paraphrase and extend discussions instead of repeating.
Too many participants speaking at once	Raise your hand slightly, lean in, and start with a clear phrase like “Building on what X said…”. Timing is key - enter when there’s a small pause.
Getting Interrupted	Don’t stop abruptly - say “Just let me complete this point”. Keep your statement concise to hold attention.
Long Intervals/ Pauses	Aim to contribute 3-4 times in the GD. Even short, relevant inputs show participation. Use data, examples, or summaries.
Unfamiliar Topics	Listen actively, note down key points, and build on others’ inputs. Use generic frameworks like pros-cons, causes-effects, or social-economic angles.
Struggling to Conclude	Summarize briefly: highlight main arguments (for & against), and close with a balanced statement. Don’t introduce new points in the conclusion.

Major Changes in NMIMS MBA Selection Criteria

This year, NMIMS has decided to allocate more weight to the competency test than NMAT exam scores for MBA admission 2025. Typically, NMIMS Mumbai had a cutoff of more than 232. In contrast, other campuses and programs had a cutoff between 208 and 226. Additionally, the major reduction in the NMAT score weight is a setback for many students since the weight for the NMAT score last year was 60%. Also, the competency test, which is newly introduced, will have a major weight of 50% and replace the WATSON rounds, which included the Written Ability Test, Case Discussion, and Personal Interview test put together. Check the table below for the detailed NMIMS MBA Selection Criteria:

Components of NMIMS Selection Process	Weightage
NMAT Scores	20%
Competency Assessment	50%
Personal Interview	10%
Work Experience	10%
Academic Record	HSC: 5% Graduation (pre-final year CGPA converted to percentage): 5%
Total	100%

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What is a Good Score in NMAT?	NMIMS Mumbai’s Review and Verdict
List of Top Government Jobs after MBA in 2025	MBA Admissions in Maharashtra 2025

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