NMAT eligibility?

Hi! i'm expecting to finish my program by 2nd sem 2026-2027 because i will be undergoing an exchange program so i wont be able to finish my program by the 1st sem. will i be eligible to take the nmat during april-may? or do i have to wait until the start of next school year?

on the other hand, if i dont push through with the exchange program and i can finish my program by 1st sem next school year, am i still qualified to take the nmat also this april-may cycle?

thank you!