GMAT Exam: Exam Dates, Registration, Test Centres, Eligibility & Results

The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is an entrance test that is standardized and designed to evaluate a person's aptitude for graduate-level business courses like MBA, MiM, and other management-related courses offered in India and around the world.

The test is administered through GMAC, the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) and evaluates reasoning skills, analytical thinking as well as verbal abilities and skills for data analysis.

A good GMAT score can signal admission committees that the applicant has the essential skills to be successful in a rigorous business school. Alongside GMAT scores, schools are also looking at GPA as well as academic qualifications and work experience, a Statement of purpose (SOP) along with letters of Recommendation (LOR).

The GMAT Exam is administered by Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC).

Official Web Site: https://www.mba.com
(All registrations and updates for official use are available only through this website.)

• Admission is required into MBA, MiM, MS in Management, as well as other postgraduate business courses.
• Aids admission committees in assessing the ability to think critically and solve problems.
• A good GMAT score will help the overall quality of your application.
• Many universities offer merit-based scholarship that are based the GMAT scores.
• Shows readiness for business competition programs.

The most current version of GMAT comprises of three sections each of which is timed equally.

The total number of questions is 64. 2 hours and 15 minutes. Optional break 10-minute Question Type: All MCQs Score Range: 205- 805

Each section is equally weighted in scoring.

1. QR is a quantitative reasoning (QR)

• Arithmetic
• Algebra
• Logical problem-solving

2. (VR) Verbal Reasoning (VR)

• Reading Comprehension
• Critical Reasoning

3. Data Insights (DI)

• Data Accuracy
• Table Analysis
• Graphics Interpretation
• Multi-Source Reasoning
• Two-Part Analysis

A basic understanding of management or business is needed. The test is designed to assess the ability to think logically and also fundamental skills in math and language required to succeed in business school.

GMAT uses the IT-level Computer Adaptive format..

• The difficulty level changes according to your answers.
• Correct answers will lead to more difficult questions.
• Uncorrected answers can lead to simpler ones.
• Your final score will not be based solely on accuracy however also the complexity of the questions that you have attempted.

There aren't any strict academic eligibility requirements set by GMAC.

The basic requirements are:

• Minimum age: 18 years old
• Candidates aged 13-17 years require parental permission.
• No work experience is required.
• The bachelor's level is required to be eligible for postgraduate studies.
• Valid passports are required for testing centers in India.
• The majority of Indian testing locations will do not accept Aadhaar PAN, Aadhaar and Driver's License as ID proof.

Registration can only be done on the internet at https://www.mba.com.

How to register:

1. Create an account at mba.com.
2. Choose the exam type (Test Center or online).
3. Choose the preferred date and time.
4. Pay.
5. Confirm your booking.

The registration process is open for months in advance, even up to 24 hours prior to testing (subject to availability of slots).

Additional costs:

• Extra score report: 35 USD per report
• The fees for cancellation and rescheduling are different according to the time prior to exam time.
• Always check currency conversion rates before payment.

GMAT in the Test Centre

• Slots with limited time
• Laminated sheets to rough-work
• A little lower cost

GMAT Online (Home)

• All hours of the day
• Physical whiteboards permitted
• The fee is slightly higher

The exam format and scoring and sections are identical in both formats.

• Official scores will be available on your mba.com account within a couple of days.
• Five score reports for free are available to universities.
• Additional reports are charged extra.
• They are good for five years.

Section Score Band:

• Quantitative: 60-90
• Verbal: 60-90
• Data Insights 60-90
• Total Score 205-805

• Minimum of 16 days between attempts.
• Maximum of 5 attempts over the course of a 12-month rolling period.
• Lifetime limit: 8 attempts.

• At least 3-4 weeks in advance of deadlines for applications.
• After you have completed your preparation.
• It is important to start early enough to allow to retake the test if necessary.

• Make a choice between self-study or coaching.
• Make use of official GMAT study material.
• Practice full-length mock tests.
• Concentrate on time management.
• Examine mistakes and strengthen weak points.
• Create sections-wise strategies for each section.

• Globally accepted to offer MBA and business degrees.
• It is conducted all year-round.
• Fully MCQ-based.
• No essay section.
• Flexible exam format and shorter.
• Equal weightage for every section.