GMAT: Graduate Management Admission Test

Quick Overview

Conducting Body: GMAC
Score Validity: 5 Years
Result Time: Instant (Unofficial)
Attempts: 5 per year (8 lifetime)

Fees & Charges (India)

Service	Center-Based	Online
Exam Fee	$275 (Approx. ₹23,000)	$300 (Approx. ₹25,000)
Rescheduling	$55 - $150	$60 - $165
Cancellation	Refund $50 - $110	Refund $55 - $120

What is GMAT?

The GMAT is a computer-adaptive test intended to assess certain analytical, writing, quantitative, verbal, and reading skills to be used in admission to a graduate management program, such as an MBA program.

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum age is 18 years (13-17 with parental consent).
Must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
Candidate must possess a valid Passport for identity.

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Quantitative Reasoning

21 Questions | 45 Minutes

Problem Solving, Algebra, Arithmetic.

Verbal Reasoning

23 Questions | 45 Minutes

Critical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension.

Data Insights

20 Questions | 45 Minutes

Data Sufficiency, Multi-Source Reasoning.

Registration Process

1. Create an account on mba.com.

2. Complete your profile and background info.

3. Select "Schedule an Exam" and choose your center/online.

4. Pick a date & time slot based on availability.

5. Review details and pay the registration fee.

Top Universities & Cut-offs

Harvard Business School 730+

Stanford GSB 740+

IIM (A, B, C) - PGPX 710+

ISB Hyderabad 700+

Preparation Strategy

Pro Tip: GMAT Focus Edition scores range from 205 to 805. Don't confuse them with the old 200-800 scale. Focus heavily on Data Insights as it now contributes to your total score.

Recommended Books: GMAT Official Guide, Manhattan Prep Strategy Guides, Veritas Prep.