The GMAT Focus Edition is the graduate management admission test administered by GMAC. It is accepted by business schools worldwide and by many Indian B-schools for MBA/PGDM and executive programmes. It is offered year-round, at test centres and online.
Advisory Note
Official Portal
Official website: https://www.mba.com
Official Portal
Application portal: https://www.mba.com/exams/gmat-exam/register
GMAT at a Glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Full name | GMAT Focus Edition |
| Conducting body | Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) |
| Level | National |
| Mode | Online or test centre (computer-adaptive) |
| Frequency | Year-round |
| Exam date | Year-round (book a slot) |
| Registration | Open year-round |
| Official website | https://www.mba.com |
GMAT Important Dates
| Event | Date / Timeline | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Registration | Open year-round on mba.com | Open |
| Test dates | Choose any available slot (centre or online) | Year-round |
| Score validity | 5 years | — |
Dates last checked by CollegeDarbar on 16 October 2026. Always confirm on the official website before applying.
GMAT Eligibility Criteria
- GMAC sets no minimum educational qualification; candidates must be at least 18 years old (13–17 with parental consent).
- A valid passport is the standard identification document for Indian test-takers.
- Each B-school sets its own eligibility (degree, marks, work experience) for the programme.
GMAT Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Reasoning | 21 | 45 minutes |
| Verbal Reasoning | 23 | 45 minutes |
| Data Insights | 20 | 45 minutes |
| Total | 64 | 2 hours 15 minutes (+ one optional 10-minute break) |
Total score scale: 205–805 (all scores end in 5). Each section is computer-adaptive. You can choose the section order, review and change up to three answers per section.
GMAT Syllabus
- Quantitative Reasoning: arithmetic and algebra problem solving (no geometry).
- Verbal Reasoning: reading comprehension and critical reasoning.
- Data Insights: data sufficiency, multi-source reasoning, table analysis, graphics interpretation, two-part analysis.
How to Apply for GMAT
GMAT Application Fee
Third-party sources report USD 275 at a test centre and USD 300 online, plus applicable taxes in India. Check the current fee on mba.com before booking.
Colleges Accepting GMAT
GMAT Preparation Tips
- Take the free official practice exams on mba.com to benchmark your score.
- Data Insights counts toward your total — practise table and multi-source questions.
- Plan a buffer for a retake before your application deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Official Sources
- [GMAT exam – mba.com (GMAC)](https://www.mba.com/exams/gmat-exam)