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Yes, the NMAT is easier than the CAT exam. This is due to the following reasons:

1. There is no negative marking in the NMAT unlike one-third negative marking for wrong answers in the CAT.
2. You can do guess marking in a last-minute rush and get three marks even if only one choice is right.
3. NMAT allows you to schedule the order of sections during the test. This makes it easier to attempt the sections for which you are well prepared.
4. According to the updated pattern, the CAT has only 66 questions, compared to the NMAT's 108 questions, but the level of difficulty is higher.
5. The CAT is a concept-based exam where you need to understand each question, and therefore, you need accuracy as well as speed in this exam.
6. The competition in the NMAT is less than that in the CAT. As most MBA aspirants aim for IIM.

For the Design Aptitude Test, there isn't much that you can do. The first and most important requirement is that you have a talent for design. The NID papers are designed in such a way that only those who have a creative side will be able to clear them.

The question paper is a mix of creativity, general knowledge, and logical thinking. You need to be aware of the latest news and make it a habit to read the newspaper every day. After clearing that, you'll have to prepare for the studio test and the PI (personal interview). The studio test judges your material handling and creativity.

You could be provided with any material, like clay, terracotta, cardboard, or anything else, and from a set of themes, you may have to design something of your choice. Since it is time-bound, you have to quickly and efficiently use the materials provided to you. The PI is where the faculty evaluates you in person. They may ask you about your hobbies, interests, etc.

They may even ask you to dance if you're a dancer. If you have a history of artwork, you get to showcase it to them. Whatever you have done until now, be it a random doodle or sketch, bring it along. But make sure it's your work; otherwise, you may get caught, and it's not that difficult for them to do so. Make sure that your portfolio stands out. Don't steal somebody else's ideas and Be unique.

You may be eligible for admission to the best management colleges in India and abroad based on your NMAT score. Therefore, performing well on this exam becomes essential. You can use the following expert strategy to clear the NMAT:

1. Before beginning your preparation, familiarize yourself with the NMAT's syllabus and exam format.
2. Create a schedule to finish the NMAT syllabus.
3. Choosing the best books and study materials to cover the NMAT syllabus
4. To prepare for the Language section, concentrate on vocabulary since it is a key element of this section.
5. Develop reading habits and conceptual clarity in grammar to perform well on the language section.
6. Basic concepts should be conceptually clear and practiced in order to prepare the quantitative section.
7. You should practice a lot of questions on arrangements and puzzles in order to do well on the logical reasoning section.
8. Before the exam, go over all crucial ideas, calculations, and theorems several times.
9. Start practicing mock tests and previous year's questions one month before the exam.
10. Analysing mock results will help you continuously raise your score over time.

The KPPGCA administers the KMAT to applicants seeking admission to more than 200 participating colleges in Karnataka. The pattern of the KMAT exam is as follows: 1. Mode: The exam is given in 13 cities throughout the state of Karnataka using an Internet-based test mode. 2. Time Allotment: There are 120 questions in the exam, and you have 120 minutes to complete them. 3. Question format: There are 120 questions in total, divided into three sections. 4. Marking Pattern: Each question is worth one mark and has four options. There is no negative marking. 5. Syllabus: The KMAT syllabus consists of verbal ability and reading comprehension, logical reasoning, and quantitative ability. 6. Sectional Weighting: There are a total of 40 questions in each section, all of the same difficulty.