GMAT Exam 2026: Check Full Form, Fees in India, Syllabus, Free Practice Papers

The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is a standardized entrance exam conducted by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) for admission to MBA and other graduate business programs offered by universities worldwide.

The current exam follows the GMAT Focus Edition format, which consists of 23 questions in Quantitative Reasoning, 23 questions in Verbal Reasoning, and 20 questions in Data Insights, to be completed in 2 hours and 15 minutes.

The exam evaluates candidates' quantitative, verbal, and data analysis skills required for business school. Scores range from 205 to 805, and they remain valid for 5 years.

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GMAT Exam Format 2026

The GMAT Exam 2026 follows the Focus Edition format introduced by the GMAC. The exam is designed to assess candidates' quantitative, verbal, and data analysis skills required for admission to graduate business programs.

Here’s a breakdown of the GMAT exam format 2026:

The exam is a computer-adaptive test with a total duration of 2 hours and 15 minutes, excluding 1 optional 10-minute break. Candidates can choose the order in which they attempt the 3 sections before starting the exam. Additionally, the “Question Review & Edit” feature allows candidates to bookmark questions and change up to 3 answers per section, provided time remains.

GMAT Exam Fees in India 2026

The GMAT registration fees before and after adding taxes are given in the table below:

Note:

• The 18% GST is added at the time of payment.
• Payment will be made in USD. Your bank will automatically deduct the equivalent INR amount at the prevailing exchange rate.

GMAT Exam Fee Waiver 2026

GMAC gives up to 10 GMAT fee waivers to universities that request them. Each university decides its own eligibility criteria for students to receive these waivers. The coupons are valid for 1 year, so you need to contact the universities directly to learn their requirements and apply.

Once you get a fee waiver code from a university, you can use it when registering for the GMAT exam. The code covers the full exam fee and must be used before its expiration date.

How to Register for the GMAT Exam 2026?

GMAT registration can be done online by following the process explained below:

Step 1: Create an mba.com account and provide the required details.

Step 2: Click on the “Register” button on the My Account page.

Step 3: Provide the personal information and other details necessary for registration.

Step 4: Pick a test center (if applicable), exam date, and time.

Make the payment.

Step 5: You will receive an email confirming your registration and containing all the required details.

Check the full list of GMAT test centers in India

If you are facing any issues during the registration process, you can call the customer service at +91 124 4945270. A service charge of USD $10 (approx. 940 INR) will apply.

GMAT Exam Eligibility 2026

The GMAT has clearly defined age requirements set by GMAC. You must meet the minimum age criteria at the time of registration and scheduling.

• Minimum Age: You must be at least 18 years old to register and take the GMAT exam independently.
• Ages 13-17: Candidates in this range are allowed only with parental or legal guardian consent. The Parental Consent Form must be signed and emailed to GMATParentalConsent@Pearson.com before registration.
• Below 13 Years: Not permitted to take the exam.
• ID Requirement: A valid Indian passport is accepted. Make sure it is up to date at the time of registration.

GMAT Exam Results 2026

The GMAT results are released in 3-5 days, but your unofficial score will be visible on your screen immediately after completing the exam.

• Total Score Range: 205-805 (10-point increments).
• Section Score Range: 60-90 (1-point increments per section).
• Unanswered Questions: Penalties apply, so answering all questions within the time limit is important.
• Free score sending: Up to 5 programs within 48 hours of receiving the report. After this limit, additional score report fees of INR apply.
• Report details: Each report contains scores from one exam only and cannot be recalled once sent.
• Score validity: GMAT scores remain valid for 5 years. Older scores may require special permission to send (up to 10 years, subject to GMAT rules).

GMAT Score Requirements for Top Business Schools Abroad 2026

According to the official GMAC data, 7 out of 10 MBA aspirants rely on the GMAT exam. The scores required for some of the top business schools of the world are given in the table below: