GMAT Course Details

Why GMAT

Why GMAT ?

The Graduate Management Admission Test or GMAT is a Computer Adaptive Test taken by aspirants who dream of pursuing their MBA in their favorite Business schools abroad. Conducted by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) the Graduate Management Admission Test is one of the most important MBA entrance exams in the world.

GMAT is an entrance criterion and has gained acceptability in over 2300 colleges and 7000 programs across the world. It caters to candidates who are looking forward to associating with the leading B-Schools of the world, as management graduates. Every year over 200,000 candidates sit for the GMAT.

It is a computer-adaptive test designed to judge a test taker’s verbal and reading skills, analytical writing, and quantitative writing skills. These skills constitute an integral part of the skill sets required to pursue an MBA.

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?

Great Career Opportunities: over 2400 Graduate Business schools worldwide accept GMAT scores. This test is conducted in 114 countries worldwide.

Score Validity: 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.

Date Flexibility: you can take GMAT up to 5 times in a single year.

Multicultural Environment: qualifying for the GMAT will expose you to an international community and multicultural environment.

GMAT Computer Adaptive Test

The GMAT is a Computer Adaptive test that which over 200,000 candidates sit for the test. The challenge is to assess them on the basis of how these candidates perform on a 3-hour test. Therefore, the test was designed specifically by GMAC in an adaptive manner to check a test taker’s ability in the shortest span of time.

The quantitative and verbal reasoning sections of the GMAT are computer-adaptive meaning it judges a candidate in real-time on the basis of his ability level.

Computer adaptive testing selects questions based on the answers to the previous questions. For example, if you answer a question correctly, your following question will be slightly tough.

Whereas, if you fail to provide the correct answer to your previous question, you will be presented with an easy question. The process continues until you complete the section. You cannot skip, return or change your answers to questions.

Some of the Top Universities Accepting GMAT Scores

  • Harvard Business School
  • Columbia Business School
  • Cornell (Johnson)
  • MIT Sloan School of Management
  • Yale School of Management
  • UCLA (Anderson)

GMAT Eligibilitys

There are no rigid eligibility criteria to sit for the GMAT. However, you have to fulfill the following criteria:



  • Nationality
  • Work Experience
  • Right Details
  • Lower Age Limit 13 Years
  • No Upper Age Limit

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
Exam Syllabus

GMAT Exam Syllabus

The GMAT is 3 hours and 7 minutes test with a score ranging from a minimum of 200 points to a maximum of 800 points. The test was designed to judge a candidate on the basis of certain parameters such as



  1. Analytical Writing Assessment Syllabus
  2. Integrated Reasoning Syllabus
  3. Quantitative Reasoning Syllabus
  4. Verbal Reasoning

Analytical Writing Assessment Syllabus

The GMAT Analytical Writing Assessment section evaluates your critical reasoning skill and communication skills. Candidates are judged on how well he puts their analytical arguments on paper. The test duration is 30 minutes and the score ranges from 0-6 in half-point increments. The GMAT AWA syllabus may have 2 types of essays:

  • GMAT Argument Essay- you have to analyze the reasoning and make an argument that is logical and grammatically correct.
  • GMAT Issue Essay- you have to write an issue-based essay in 600 words. The opinions made in your essay can be in favor of the given statement or against it.

Integrated Reasoning Syllabus

The GMAT Integrated Reasoning syllabus tests your comprehension ability and how well you integrate data presented in graphical or tabular form. the test duration is 30 minutes and includes the following types of questions in the sections.

  • GMAT Table Analysis- this section checks a candidate’s ability to interpret and classify given data in the form of a table.
  • GMAT Two-Part Analysis- This section tests the candidate’s ability to solve equations, and decode complex relationships between objects. The question can be verbal or quantitative.
  • GMAT Multi-Source Reasoning- this section has questions in the form of graphs, tables, and charts. A candidate is required to determine and interpret the data.
  • GMAT Graphics Interpretation- it checks a candidate’s ability to interpret the information given in the form of graphs, bar charts, pie charts, etc., and answer questions based on them.

Quantitative Reasoning Syllabus

The GMAT Quantitative Reasoning syllabus tests a candidate on parameters such as mathematical reasoning, complex problem-solving skills, and graphical interpretation skills. The types of questions include

  • GMAT Problem Solving Questions- solve complex quant problems using logical and analytical skills.
  • GMAT Data Sufficiency- this section is used to examine your mathematical problem-solving ability using data. A list of all the quant topics is mentioned below:

Verbal Reasoning Syllabus

The GMAT Verbal Reasoning syllabus assesses a candidate’s reading and comprehension skills through arguments, essays, and sentence correction rules. The duration of this section is 65 minutes. The verbal reasoning section has 36 multiple choice questions divided into

GMAT Critical Reasoning- this section measures your ability to understand arguments and create an action plan. You are required to provide an answer either supporting an argument or criticizing it, albeit in a proper analytical manner.

GMAT Reading Comprehension- candidates are tested on the basis of the following reading skills: inference, main idea, application, logical structure, and style. The aim is to understand the developments of quant concepts and logical relationships between significant points.

GMAT Sentence Correction- this section measures your usage of the English language. you are judged on the basis of your choice of vocabulary, choice of words, grammar, sentence construction, etc.

Exam Pattern

GMAT Pattern

The GMAT is a computer adaptive test and lasts for 3 hours and 7 minutes. The GMAT exam pattern is divided into four sections:

  1. Analytical Writing Assessment
  2. Integrated Reasoning
  3. Quantitative Aptitude
  4. Verbal Reasoning

The skills and knowledge of the aspirants are calculated. The GMAT scores are given with a 10-point increment.

Test Section Test Limit Number of Questions Question Types Score Range
Analytical Writing Assessment 30 minutes 1 question Argument Analysis 0-6 (in 0.5-point increments)
Integrated Reasoning 30 minutes 12 questions Table Analysis, Graphics Interpretation, Multi-source Reasoning, Two-part Analysis 1-8 (in 1-point increments)
Harvard University 7.0 Harvard University 7.0 7.0
Quantitative Aptitude 62 minutes 31 questions Data Sufficiency, Problem Solving 6-51 (in 1-point increments)
Verbal Reasoning 65 minutes 36 questions Reading Comprehension, Critical Reasoning, Sentence Correction 6-51 (in 1-point increments)
Total 187 minutes 80 questions 200-800
Slot Booking

GMAT Slot Booking

MAT Slot Booking and GMAT Registering are completely different. Registration means creating an account by filling in your details such as name, address, etc. Here, you are to pay for the test after creating an ID and password.

Booking a Slot for GMAT means you are to select your date of the test and the test center.

GMAT Exam Fees

The GMAT fee in INR 22,800 approximately.

GMAT Cancellation Fee

GMAT cancellation fees depend on the date of cancellation prior to the exam.

  • If you cancel GMAT 1-14 days prior to your test date, then you will be charged INR 15,800.
  • If you cancel GMAT 16-60 days prior to the test date, you will be charged INR 13,816.

GMAT Rescheduling Fee

  • In case you want to reschedule GMAT 1-14 days before the test date, you have to pay a rescheduling fee of US $150,
  • If you reschedule GMAT 15-60 days before the test date, you have to pay a rescheduling fee of US $100.

GMAT Registration

GMAT registration can be done 6 months or 24 hours before the test date. However, the slot is not available during last-minute GMAT bookings. So it is advised to register for GMAT quite early. Registration can be done through

  • Online
  • Phone
  • Postal Mail
On The Test Day

GMAT On the Test Day

Arriving at your GMAT Test Center

  1. arrive early at the test center, you will not be allowed to enter the center if you are late.
  2. keep all your personal belongings
  3. outside including your cell phones, watches, and other electronic belongings
  4. there will be an official break,
  5. use it to eat and hydrate yourself

Identity Documents

  1. carry your identity proof such as your passport and other documents to the test center
  2. some centers might ask you for a finger scan
Score Reporting

GMAT Score Reporting

There are 3 types of GMAT scores that GMAC generates:

  1. An Unofficial Score Report
  2. An Official Score Report
  3. An Enhanced Score Report

Unofficial Score Report

  1. you get an unofficial score report on the quant, verbal, integrated reasoning, and total scores immediately after completing the GMAT exam. however, the Analytical writing assessment scores will be given to you on your official score report.
  2. you will be given 2 minutes by the computer to either select or cancel the scores. if any action is not selected within the given time, the unofficial scores will automatically be canceled.
  3. the printout of the unofficial score reports is not for admission procedures and cannot be sent to any colleges and universities.

Official Score Report

  1. you will receive your GMAT Official Score report within 20 days of your GMAT exam. If you take the GMAT Online, you can get it within 7 days.
  2. the score report contains scores of the quant, verbal, integrated reasoning, Analytical writing assessment section, and also the total scores. it contains scores of your recent exam and the ones you have taken in the past 5 years.
  3. if you have canceled any scores, the exams will not be listed on the score report. Furthermore, schools will not have any knowledge of you taking the exam.
  4. the score report is valid for 5 years and can be sent to schools and colleges for your admission purposes.

Enhanced Score Report

  1. The GMAT Enhanced Score Report is a breakdown of your test performance in each section.
  2. you can get the score report by making a payment of $30 within 5 years of your exam date from ESR. it is available on mba.com