GMAT FAQS
What schools accept GMAT scores?
Where can I take the GMAT exam test?
How can I prepare for the GMAT exam?
How can I schedule an appointment to take GMAT exam?
When do GMAT scores would be declared?
How much is cost to take GMAT exam?
What is the syllabus of GMAT exam?
Can i reschedule my GMAT exam?
How many times can I take the GMAT exam?
Can i cancel my GMAT appointment?
What documents should i carry with me to GMAT test center?
Can i keep my cellular phone in GMAT exam?
Can i ask for extra/additional GMAT score cards?
Can i take GMAT test in other country?
Question: What schools accept GMAT scores?
Answer: More than 4,800 graduate management programs around the world use GMAT scores as a part of their admissions process.Business schools use the test as a criteria for admission into graduate business administration programs (e.g. MBA, Master of Accountancy, etc.) principally in the United States, but also in other English-speaking countries.
Question: Where can I take the GMAT exam test?
Answer: GMAT is delivered via computer at various locations around the world. In those international locations where an extensive network of computers has not yet been established, the GMAT is offered either at temporary computer-based testing centers on a limited schedule or as a paper-based test (given once or twice a year) at local testing centers.
Question: How can I prepare for the GMAT exam?
Answer: Most GMAT test takers start preparing about three to six months before the actual test date. One can think about preparing best, given your discipline, motivation, and personal preference (e.g., self-study, one-one-one tutoring, study groups, and prep courses). Third-party study preparation aids are available, including self-study using GMAT books, classroom GMAT preparation courses (live or online), or private tutoring.
Question: How can I schedule an appointment to take GMAT exam?
Answer:The examinee may register for the GMAT either online or by calling one of the test centers. To schedule a test, an appointment must be made at one of the designated test centers.
Question: When do GMAT scores would be declared?
Answer: You will get an unofficial score report with Verbal, Quantitative, and Total scores immediately after you test. Official Score Reports are available online within 20 days to you and to the programs you requested to receive them.
Question: How much is cost to take GMAT exam?
Answer: The cost to take the GMAT exam is US $250 globally.
Question: What is the syllabus of GMAT exam?
Answer: The Analytical Writing Assessment (AWA) section is the first to be answered. This is followed by the Quantitative section, and the test is concluded with the Verbal Ability section.
Question: Can i reschedule my GMAT exam?
Answer:You can contact GMAT Customer Service in your region or reschedule your appointment online. If you reschedule at least seven days before your original test date, you will be charged a service fee but won’t be charged for entire test fee. The new appointment must be within six months of the original appointment.
Question: How many times can I take the GMAT exam?
Answer: One can take the GMAT once every 31 calendar days but not more than five times in a year.
Question: Can i cancel my GMAT appointment?
Answer: Contact GMAT Customer Service in your region or cancel your appointment online. If you cancel your test appointment at least seven full calendar days in advance of the date and time of your appointment, you may be eligible to receive a partial refund of US $80. If you cancel your appointment within seven full calendar days of your scheduled test date and time, you may loose your entire registration fee.
Question: What documents should i carry with me to GMAT test center?
Answer: If you’re interested in scheduling an appointment to take the GMAT exam, your first step is to register for an mba.com account.
Question: Can i keep my cellular phone during GMAT exam?
Answer: Calculators are not allowed in the GMAT. Calculations need to be done by hand.Digital watches worn by the test takers may be confiscated for the duration of the test.You may not take your cellular (mobile) phone in the testing room, nor may you check or use your phone during breaks. You may store your phone in a locker during your test, but the test administrator is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Question: Can i ask for extra/additional GMAT score cards?
Answer: As part of your test fee, you may have your scores sent to up to five school programs, which you must select before you take the test. Additional score reports can be ordered for a fee by credit card at mba.com or by faxing a request. You can download the form at mba.com or call GMAT Customer Service in your region to request a form, which can also be mailed with a check or money order.
Question: Can i take GMAT test in other country?
Answer:You should have a valid, unexpired passport. If you do not have proper identification, contact GMAT Customer Service in your region before your test date.