GMAT Exam Pattern FAQs

Learn more about the GMAT and the GMAT exam structure, and have all of your questions answered.

Q. Is the format for GMAT and GMAT online exam the same?

A. Yes, the GMAT and GMAT online exams have the same format.

Q. Are calculators allowed in the GMAT exam?

A. Candidates are not permitted to bring their own calculators; however, for the Integrated portion, they will be provided with calculators with rudimentary capability.

Q. What all the GMAT 2021 syllabus includes?

A. The Quantitative, Verbal, Analytical Writing Assessment, and Integrated Reasoning sections of the GMAT exam are all covered. It examines the test takers' critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Q. When the Analytical Writing section will be added to the online GMAT exam?

A. The Analytical Writing evaluation portion will be added to the GMAT online exam on April 8, 2021.

Q. How many times candidates are allowed to take the GMAT online exam?

A. Beginning September 22, 2020, candidates will be able to take the GMAT online exam twice in a 12-month rolling period. Additionally, any GMAT online exam taken before September 23, 2020 will not be included toward the lifetime limit ceiling.

Q. How much it cost to reschedule the GMAT online exam?

A. The charge for rescheduling a GMAT online exam is $25.

Q. What is the GMAT online exam cancellation fee?

A. There is a $100 cancellation charge for the GMAT online exam.

Q. What is the minimum and maximum score range of each section in the GMAT exam 2021? What is the mean average of each section?

A. The score ranges for each component of the GMAT exam, as well as their mean scores, are listed here.

Q. Who is eligible to take GMAT online test?

A. The GMAT online exam is open to everyone who is eligible to take the GMAT exam.

Q. Are there any changes in the GMAT 2021 exam pattern?

A. The exam structure for the GMAT 2021 exam is identical to that of the GMAT 2020 exam.

Q. Is there any negative marking in GMAT?

A. The GMAT test does not have any negative marking.

Q. How many questions one can miss in the GMAT to get a score of 700?

A. The 700+ scores miss 15- 21 difficult questions and concentrate on the remaining ones. If they get stuck on an issue, they don't waste time on it and continue on with the exam. So, even if you miss 15-21 questions in the Quant portion, you can still do well on the GMAT. To get a higher score, work on increasing your strengths and solving more challenging puzzles.

Q. Is it hard to get 600 in GMAT?

A. Getting a score of 600+ is not easy; it takes a lot of effort to obtain this level of achievement. To achieve a score of 600 or higher on the GMAT, make sure you use the proper method and follow a thorough study schedule. To earn a 600 or above, one must score higher than the 56th percentile.

Q. Can I skip questions in GMAT?

A. It's important to understand that a portion of your GMAT score is determined by the number of questions you correctly answer. As a result, candidates should attempt to answer as many questions as possible during the test.

Q. How to improve your score from 550 to 700 on GMAT?

A. Identify and improve your weak areas. Also, attempt to enhance your speed by taking more practise examinations. With a good preparation plan and time management, you can attain a 700 on the GMAT, which will help you get into a reputable B-school.

Q. What is the highest GMAT score ever?

A. The maximum GMAT score possible is 800. It may seem impossible to attain a perfect score of 800 on the GMAT, but with pure hard effort, devotion, and the correct study plan, it is doable. Even elite B-schools demand candidates to score 720 or above, thus a perfect 800 is not required to get into a top Business programme. If you receive a good grade, you'll be able to apply to a top business programme.

Q. Which schools use GMAT scores?

A. GMAT scores are used by over 6,000 graduate management institutions across the world to admit applicants. 

Q. When I will receive my GMAT scores after the exam?

A. Within 20 calendar days of the GMAT exam, the official Score Report will be accessible. Pearson VUE sends test takers an email once the official scores are available. Candidates can see, print, or download their score reports.

Q. If the candidate has taken the GMAT exam more than once, then the score report will have all the scores?

A. All GMAT examinations taken within the last 5 years are included in the official score report that candidates get. However, the scores that you have approved will be included in the score reports that will be submitted to schools. The school version of the score report will not include or mention any scores that the candidate has cancelled.

Q. Can I cancel my scores?

A. After taking the exam, test takers can cancel their score at the testing centre. Candidates can cancel their scores at the test centre without incurring a charge immediately after taking the exam. They can, however, cancel their GMAT score by paying a fee online within 72 hours of their planned GMAT test. The candidate's cancelled scores will not appear or be mentioned on the Pearson VUE score reports supplied to schools. You can contact GMAT customer service if you are unable to cancel your GMAT scores within 48 hours of the scheduled exam.

Q. How to pay the score to reinstate the fee?

A $50 fee is charged to reinstate a GMAT score. You can either log in to your MBA account or contact your region's customer care to get a cancelled score reinstated. At the time of check out, candidates must pay the charge with a credit card. You must pay an extra $10 to reinstate a cancelled score over the phone.

Q. If I accept my scores on test day. Can I cancel them later?

A. Yes, candidates can pay a $25 charge to cancel their GMAT score online within 72 hours of the scheduled exam.