Since it’s a test of efficiency, to ensure concept clarity on fundamental formulae and number operations, begin with basics such as LCM and HCF, odd and even, and prime numbers. Once this is done, move to advanced concepts. Make sure that you revisit every topic even if you feel that you have covered them before.
Since NMAT is a speed-based test, you need to get familiar with multiplication tables, squares, cubes, common fractions, and their percentage equivalents. This helps you tremendously to save time and quickly attempt all questions.
Logical reasoning in NMAT has a mix of different types of questions, and you need some prior practice to solve all of them quickly and accurately. You cannot develop a skill for it overnight, so keep practicing.
Coming to the section that is not the majority’s favorite: language skills. To increase efficiency in this, you need to increase your comprehension skills for which you need to acknowledge and appreciate the contextual usage of words. One of the best ways to do this is by reading editorials (of newspapers) regularly.
It has been observed that NMAT’s verbal section focuses on a lot of vocabulary-related questions such as synonyms, antonyms, and analogies. Make a list of at least 10 words every day and keep revising them. Include the words that have come in previous papers in NMAT, since they tend to repeat a lot of words.
To optimize your time, speed, and accuracy, you have to learn shortcuts and tricks for all sections. A lot of these are available on the net for free. You can also use the technique of eliminating the least likely option first and then choosing the right answer.
NMAT Mocks should become your best friends during these 3 -4 months of your preparation phase. It becomes imperative for you to practice via mocks, both overall and section-wise, to excel in the test. Time management and prioritization are two integral capabilities that come in handy in any entrance exam, and you can learn this only when you give mocks.
While giving the test, the first section to be attempted should either be a section that tests your strengths, or a section that demands higher concentration as compared to others. Playing by your strengths gives you a confident start that helps in the successful gradual advancement in the test.
Since there is no negative marking in the test, the best way to maximize your score would be to attempt what you know first and then make an assumption and mark the rest in whatever time is left. It is not advisable to leave any questions unanswered/unmarked. Every mark counts.