What is the GMAT?
The graduate management admission test (GMAT) is a standardized test used to measure a test taker's aptitude in mathematics, verbal skills, and analytical writing. The GMAT is most commonly used as the primary exam reviewed by business schools to gain entrance into an MBA program.
The GMAT is primarily a test of your analytical and quantitative reasoning skills, tested in a time-limited format. Basically, they want to know how well you think strategically and logically, including quantitative / data-based topics.
The three sections on the GMAT test a mix of overlapping skills, all tested using multiple-choice question formats: Quant, Verbal, Data Insights.
GMAT is conducted throughout the year and a candidate can take the test up to 5 times a year. The scores are valid for 5 years from the date of examination. The test duration is 3 and a half hours with a maximum score of 800 points. A good GMAT score boosts your chances of getting admission to top abroad B schools.
Why GMAT?
The GMAT exam will help you stand out during the admissions process. It is the most widely used and trusted indicator of academic success in MBA and other graduate business degree programs. In fact, 9 out of 10 MBA admission decisions are made using a GMAT score.
• Over 2400 Graduate Business schools worldwide accept GMAT scores. This test is conducted in 114 countries worldwide.
• GMAT is valid for 5 years; therefore, within these 5 years you can work to gain experience and then take up admission using the same scores.
• You can take GMAT up to 5 times in a single year.
• Qualifying for the GMAT will expose you to an international community and multicultural environment.
GMAT Computer Adaptive Test
The GMAT computer adaptive test (CAT) is more than just a computerized version of a paper-and-pencil test. On the GMAT, the CAT actually adapts to your performance as you’re taking the test. Understanding how the CAT works and knowing a few strategies specific to this particular format can have a direct, positive impact on your score.
When you begin the GMAT, the computer assumes you have an average score and gives you a question of medium difficulty. As you get answers correct, the computer serves up more difficult questions and increases its estimate of your ability.
And vice versa, as you answer incorrectly, the computer serves up easier questions and decreases its estimate of your ability.
Your score is determined by an algorithm that calculates your ability level based not just on what you got right or wrong; but also, on the difficulty level of the questions you answered.
Some of the Top Universities Accepting GMAT Scores
• IIM Ahmedabad
• Harvard University
• Indian School of Business
• London Business School
• IMT Ghaziabad
• MIT Sloan School of Management
GMAT Eligibility
Any candidate who has graduated with a bachelor's degree from a recognized board or university is eligible to appear for the GMAT exam. There is no minimum or maximum academic percentage required to register for GMAT.
Any candidate, who wants to apply for management programmes and is 18 years or above (if a candidate is between 13 and 17 years, he/she may appear for the GMAT after providing written approval or consent by his/her legal guardians or parents), can apply for the GMAT exam 2024.
GMAT Test Centers in India
A Tabulated Version of the GMAT is Highlighted below:
| Test Name | GMAT |
| Full-Form | Graduate Management Admission Test |
| Test Conducted by | GMAC (Graduate Management Admission Council) |
| Test Conducted for | MBA Admission Abroad |
| Duration | 3 hours and 7 mins |
| Mode of test | Computer-Based Adaptive Test |
| Score Range | 200-800 |
| Fee | INR 22,800 |
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