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GMAT

GMAT Exam (Focus Edition)

The business school admission test for MBA and business master's programmes.

Facts checked 21 October 2026

Duration
2h 15m
Delivered through
Pearson VUE
Results
An unofficial score is shown at the end of the test. GMAC says the Official Score Report is typically available within 3–5 business days.

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Overview

The GMAT measures quantitative reasoning, verbal reasoning and data analysis skills. The current version, first launched as the GMAT Focus Edition, has three 45-minute sections and is about one hour shorter than the old exam. It is taken at a Pearson VUE test centre or online.

Who it is for

  • MBA applicants
  • Applicants to business master's programmes (finance, management, analytics and similar)
  • Executive and specialised business programme applicants who are asked for a GMAT score
  • Professionals planning a business degree abroad

Versions

GMAT at a test centre

Taken at a Pearson VUE test centre.

GMAT online

Taken at home with Pearson VUE OnVUE online proctoring, in English.

Where it is accepted

  • MBA admission at business schools worldwide
  • Business master's admission (e.g. finance, management, business analytics)
  • Some scholarship decisions at business schools

Always check the current requirements of the university, employer, regulator or visa authority you are applying to.

Test format

GMAT sections
SectionWhat it involves
Quantitative Reasoning21 questions, 45 minutes.
Verbal Reasoning23 questions, 45 minutes.
Data Insights20 questions, 45 minutes. An on-screen calculator is available.
Optional breakOne 10-minute break, after the first or second section. You choose the section order.

Total time: 2 hours 15 minutes (64 questions), plus an optional 10-minute break

Scores and validity

Scoring
Total score 205–805. The three section scores contribute equally to the total. There is no pass mark.
Validity
Scores are valid for five years and can be reported for up to 10 years. Each school decides which scores it accepts.

How long results take is shown at the top of this page.

Fees

Fees are set by the test owner, were checked on 21 October 2026, and can change. Confirm the price when you book. GAPICT never takes exam fees.

On test day

Identification

An original, unexpired government-issued photo ID whose name matches your mba.com registration. A passport is always required if you test outside your country of citizenship. Rules vary by country; check the Pakistan entry on mba.com.

Arrive early, bring only what the test owner allows, and expect identity checks and a photo at check-in. Read our test day guide and exam day FAQs.

How to book

Exam seats for GMAT are booked and paid on the test owner's own system. Delivered through: Pearson VUE.

  1. 1

    Create an account and book on mba.com, choosing a Pearson VUE test centre or online delivery.

  2. 2

    Create or sign in to your account on the official booking site.

  3. 3

    Choose your exam, then a test centre, date and time.

  4. 4

    Pay the exam fee to the test owner and keep your confirmation email.

  5. 5

    Check the ID rules and arrive early on test day.

Book on official GMAT website (opens in a new tab)

You book and pay on mba.com; the exam is delivered at Pearson VUE centres.

GAPICT cannot take bookings for this exam. Exam seats are booked and paid on the test owner's system.

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GMAT FAQs

Is the GMAT Focus Edition the same as the GMAT?
Yes. The old version (10th Edition) was retired on 31 January 2024. GMAC now calls the Focus Edition simply the GMAT Exam.
Can I choose the order of sections?
Yes. You choose the order of the three sections and when to take the optional 10-minute break.
How much does it cost in Pakistan?
GMAC says prices vary by location. Select Pakistan on mba.com to see the exact price, including any local taxes, before you pay.
Can I reschedule?
Yes, for a fee. GMAC says the fee starts from USD 55 if you reschedule more than 60 days before the test; it rises closer to the date.

Sources

Facts on this page were checked against these official sources on 21 October 2026. If anything here differs from the test owner's website, the owner's website is correct.

GMAT™ is a registered trademark of the Graduate Management Admission Council™. The Council does not endorse, and is not affiliated with, this website.

GMAT and related names are trademarks of their owners and are used here only to describe the test. GAPICT is independent of GMAC (Graduate Management Admission Council), is not endorsed by it, and is not currently an authorised centre for this test.

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