All about GMAT
- It stands for Graduate Management Admission Test.
- It is a test owned by GMAC (Graduate Management Admission Council).
- The official website is www.mba.com
- Quality B Schools around the world use GMAT scores for admission to MBA programs.
- It is used as a common measure for comparing candidates world over.
- GMAT tests skills necessary for success in a Graduate B School program.
- Admission parameters used by B Schools are: the GMAT score, UG grades, TOEFL/IELTS, profile and quality of work experience.
GMAT Test structure:
Test Section | Time limit & No of Questions | Question Types | Score Range |
---|---|---|---|
Analytical Writing Assessment | 30 minutes 1 question |
Analysis of an Argument | 0-6 (in 0.5-point increments) |
Integrated Reasoning | 30 minutes 12 questions |
Graphics Interpretation, Table Analysis, Multi-source Reasoning, Two-part Analysis |
1-8 (in 1-point increments) |
Quantitative Reasoning | 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) |
Important aspects:
- In India – Computer delivered test
- ID requirement – valid passport
- Current fees – check www.mba.com
- Online test registration is open round the year
GMAT Scores:
Total score: 200 – 800 in increments of 10
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