GMAT (Graduate Management Aptitude Test)

GMAT 2025 Exam Pattern

GMAT 2025 Exam Pattern

1. The exam will consist of 64 MCQ questions in total – 21 in Quantitative Reasoning, 23 in Verbal Reasoning, and 20 in Data Insights.
2. The duration for the test will be of 2 hours and 15 minutes (with optional 10 minutes break). Each section is allotted with 45 minutes.
3. Candidates can choose the order of sections and are allowed to review, bookmark, and change up to three answers per section.
4. The Analytical Writing Assessment (AWA) and Sentence Correction have been removed. The new Data Insights section includes topics like Data Sufficiency, Multi-Source Reasoning, Table Analysis, Graphics Interpretation, and Two-Part Analysis
5. The GMAT 2025 (Focus Edition) consists of three sections: Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, and Data Insights.

GMAT 2025 Syllabus:

The GMAT 2025 syllabus has been designed into three main sections – Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, and Data Insights. Following is the list of the topics that are covered in these sections for GMAT 2025 exam.

GMAT 2025 Syllabus

GMAT 2025 Admit Card

1. Candidates will be provided with admit cards for GMAT 2025 exam seven days prior to their exam dates on the official GMAT website (mba.com) after they log in with their credentials.
2. Admit card is mandatory hence without this document no candidate will be allowed to appear for the exam.
3. Candidates will be able to download their hall tickets/admit cards from the official website by providing their official login ID and password.

General Tips for preparation for GMAT 2025

The biggest task before the candidates is to target his/her efforts to enhance thinking capacity, speed of learning and power to retain whatever learnt to unravel their potential for the best possible results in solving the Sectional questions at the required speed in GMAT 2025.

So, hard work, strong academic background, sincere efforts with planned preparation is paramount importance to secure highest score in GMAT 2025. Following few tips may help candidates to prepare well and enhance the chances of success in the impending GMAT 2025.

• Candidates must understand the syllabus and exam pattern of GMAT 2025 thoroughly.

• Keep a hard copy of complete syllabus till the examination and go through the same from time to time to ensure that no topic is missed. In accordance with the topics in the syllabus select/procure suitable study material /Previous Question Papers/Banks and relevant books.

• Draw a time table covering the entire syllabus and leave at least a fortnight’s time before GMAT 2025 for revision of the syllabus.

• Carry out appropriate analysis/review of your study pattern and find out loose ends/mistakes and make adjustments/corrections accordingly.

• It is always advisable to make notes of all topics being studied for revision purpose.

• Time Management in solving the problems/answers is more important. So, focus on mock tests/solving previous question papers setting prescribed time limit and ensure to learn time management which will eventually help in the main examination. 

• Set appropriate goals by dividing one topic at a time and accomplish them on daily basis. Though the syllabus initially appears to the candidate as voluminous, overtime, with accomplishing the goals every day, one can understand that the entire syllabus can be covered successfully before the examination.

• Students should first attempt to study the theory part and understand the same thoroughly. Then the student should start solving the problems.  Such approach will enable the student to understand problem solving in a logical way that will help in solving problems correctly in the GMAT 2025, within the timeframe.

• List out doubts/clarifications required on the topics and seek help from the Seniors or Faculties/Mentors from time to time.

• Students can also consider joining a crash course, which will help them to master the subjects with a planned strategic manner with appropriate guidance from the faculties.

• Another important tip for the students is to avoid distraction from the main goal of preparation for the examination. Strong determination alone helps the students to avoid diversion from the attention or focus on the main goal.

• Studying non-stop for long hours would deplete the productivity of the students. Hence, students are required to take this into account while preparing their time table to ensure that there will be a minimum “recess time” to refresh themselves before commencing the next session of study. No doubt, students tend to study for long hours before examinations.

• To enhance the productivity, it is a must to rest or relax at defined intervals, which does not mean watching blue screen. Students should relax doing short work outs or meditation etc. which will enhance their concentration on the study.

Scholarship Details

Top GMAT Scholarships for Indian Students

• Scholarships are merit-based, need-based, or external (from organizations/foundations).
• High GMAT scores (730+) significantly increase chances of scholarships ranging from USD 10,000 to USD 150,000 (approx. ?8.4 to 13 lakh).

Some of the Example related to GMAT scholarships are listed below.

• Stanford Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship: up to USD 150,000 for students committed to returning to India post-MBA.
• Joseph Wharton Fellowship: USD 80,432 for students with excellent academic and professional records.
• Tahir Fellowship: USD 40,000 for Asian undergraduate students.
• Indian Trust Fellowship (University of Chicago Booth): USD 10,000.
• Forte MBA Fellowship for Women: USD 28,263 for female MBA students based on merit.

Eligibility and Application Tips:

• High GMAT scores, strong academics, and relevant work experience are crucial.
• Scholarships may cover tuition fully or partially and sometimes living expenses.
• Applying early and aiming above the average GMAT score of target schools improves chances.

GMAT 2025 Results:

GMAT 2025 results are generally published immediately after completing your GMAT exam, displayed on the test screen at the test center or online. Candidates are also provided with Official Scorecard which is typically available within 1–5 business days after the exam.

Candidates will receive an email notification once their official scores are ready, and they can access them by logging into their mba.com (GMAC) account. In some cases, it may take up to 7 business days, and rarely up to 20 days, for the official results to be processed and published.

GMAT 2025 Selection Process:

• Candidates need to download and review the official GMAT score report from the GMAC account. They need to check their section-wise scores, total score, percentile rankings, and validity period carefully.
• Candidates are then required to decide whether to retake the exam if the score is unsatisfactory. Hence, candidates may retake the GMAT exam after a 16-day gap.
• Candidates can then select and send scores to business schools up to five schools for free within 48 hours of score release as additional reports may incur a fee.
• Candidates will be required to apply to chosen business schools by submitting required documents such as SOPs, essays, letters of recommendation, CV, and academic records, as per each school’s specific admission requirements.
• Shortlisted candidates will be able to participate in further selection rounds, which may include interviews, group discussions, or additional assessments, depending on the institution’s process.

GMAT 2025 Instructions:

1. Candidates should upload their photograph in the portal which is clearly visible.
2. Candidates need to carry the admit card/hall ticket to the exam centre. Candidates will be prohibited from entering the exam hall without this document.
3. Candidates will also be required to carry a valid ID proof such as – Voter ID Card/ Aadhaar Card/ PAN Card/ Driving License, etc.
4. It is advisable for all candidates to enter the designated exam hall before time for a smooth security process before the beginning of exam.
5. Any candidate violating the rules will be strictly dealt as per the norms of the exam centre.
6. Any candidate pursuing any unfair means in the exam hall will be dealt with as per the rules and regulations of the test centre.