GMAT Exam Syllabus 2024: What is the Syllabus of GMAT

A good Graduate Management Admission Test or GMAT score can confirm your seat at some of the most reputed B-schools in the world. The scores of this standardized entrance test are widely accepted by the top-ranked business schools across the globe. A complete and detailed understanding of the GMAT syllabus and the breakdown of the exam pattern can increase your chances of earning a high score.

And, so, here you go:

The latest GMAT exam consists of three sections - Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Data Insights, and spans 2 hours and 15 minutes. 

The GMAT score ranges between 205 to 805, and the score is valid for five years. The medium of the exam is English and can be taken at the test center or online. 

The top universities usually accept students with a GMAT score of 720+. Though the examination is considered challenging, an in-depth understanding of the pattern and GMAT exam syllabus and regular practice can pave the way for a high score.

Complete Pattern For GMAT Exam 2024

GMAT Exam 2024 Highlights
Exam name	Graduate Management Admission Test
Commonly known as	GMAT
Exam level	International Level Exam
Conducting Body	Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC)
Language	English
GMAT 2024 Registration mode	Online
GMAT 2024 Exam Mode	Online
GMAT 2024 focus Edition test duration	2 hours 15 min
GMAT focus Edition exam fee	USD 275 (at test center); USD 300 (online)
GMAT exam fee payment options	Credit Card and Debit Card
Chances for Re-attempts	Overall 8 attempts (only 5 chances per year)

The GMAT exam pattern and syllabus are quite simple to understand. It is a 2-hour 15-minute-long examination and consists of 64 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs). You should know that each unanswered question is penalized, and will affect your overall score. 

Questions Per Section and Time Allotted to Each in GMAT 2024

Section	Number of Questions	Score Range	Duration
Verbal	23	60-90	45 minutes
Quantitative Reasoning	21	60-90	45 minutes
Data Insights	20		45 minutes
Total duration:			2 hours 15 minutes

GMAT 2024 Features: 

The latest GMAT structure offers several aspirant-friendly features and flexible score sharing options. 

1. More control with Question Review & Edit tool: The feature allows test-taker to bookmark a question and review its response later. One can review as many questions as they like but will be able to edit the response only up to three times. 
2. Personalized experience with Selection order: The aspirant can now answer the three sections of the test in any order. There's also an optional 10-minute break that one can take after attempting the first or second section. 
3. Convenient score sending: One can now choose which schools to send the scores to after the exam, and not necessarily worry about it even before attempting it. 
4. Quicker and detailed score delivery: The test-takers can now receive the GMAT result within 3 to 5 days of taking the test. Also, the insights that come with scorecard are detailed and includes heads like Performance by Section, Performance by Program & School, and other information. 

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GMAT Pattern 2024 Latest Update

GMAC launched the GMAT Focus Edition in 2024. GMAT Focus Edition syllabus and pattern are different from the previous version of the GMAT exam. The table given below provides the details of the GMAT Focus Edition pattern 2024:

Features	GMAT 2023	GMAT 2024 (Focus Edition)
Number of sections	4	3
Sections included	Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Integrated Reasoning, Analytical Writing Assessment (AWA)	Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Data Insights
Test Duration	3 hours 30 minutes	2 hours 15 minutes
Section duration	75 minutes for Verbal & Quant, 30 minutes for IR & AWA	45 minutes each for Verbal & Quant, and Data Insights
Number of questions	80	64
Score range	200-800 (each section 0-80)	205-805 (each section 60-90)
Focus	General business school admissions	Emphasis on skills most valued by business schools (e.g., data analysis, problem-solving)

GMAT Focus Edition Syllabus 2024

1. Quantitative Reasoning

The section contains problem-solving questions and requires knowledge of mathematical concepts like arithmetic, elementary algebra, and word problems. Quant will analyze the aspirant's mathematical ability and numerical literacy. 

The topics that need to be studied as part of the GMAT Quant syllabus or the GMAT Math syllabus are:

i) Geometry

ii) Arithmetic

iii) Elementary algebra

iv) Properties of Integers

v) Ratio Proportion

vi) Exponents

vii) Linear equation

viii)Permutations and Combinations

Know More about : GMAT Quantitative Section

2. Verbal Reasoning

To understand GMAT verbal reasoning syllabus, it is essential to understand the pattern of questions. The verbal reasoning section has 23 questions, and the duration is 45 minutes. This section assesses critical reasoning and reading comprehension skills. 

a) Reading comprehension: Based on a passage of up to 350 words, there will be multiple-choice questions. The students need to read the entire passage and then answer the questions. The answers will be checked for the following skills-application, inferences, ideas, style, and structure. 

b) Critical reasoning: This part will be based on analyzing the argument. There will be a few argument-based questions. The students need to analyze them, support, or go against the argument with a valid reason. There will be eight different types of critical reasoning questions and every question will judge a student on reasoning, argumentation, finding a solution, or evaluation of a plan. 

3. Data Insights: 

Aspirants read and analyze data through tables and graphs. Question formats like Data Sufficiency, Multi-Source Reasoning, Table Analysis, Graphics Interpretation, and Two-Part Analysis, are a part of the test. 

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How to Apply for GMAT 2024

1. Log on to mba.com and click ‘sign up’ located in the top right corner. 

2. Candidates applying for the GMAT examination need to fill out the GMAT 2024 registration form by visiting the website. Registration will be done for the online mode of the exam. 

3. Candidates need to fill out all the information as required by the portal. If any information is missed out, the application form will be rejected. 

4. During registration, students need to mention their contact number and email address. All important notifications and alerts will be communicated via these two mediums. So cross-check before you submit the form. 

5. Candidates will also have to choose test dates as per the available slots. 

6. Candidates can choose up to three location preferences for the examination. Only pick the location that can be accessed on the date of examination. 

7. Upload a passport-size photograph along with your digital signature. The sizes will be mentioned in the online portal. 

8. Once all the details are filled in, submit the registration form. The details will be sent to your registered mobile number and email address. Keep a printout of the form for future reference. 

 

GMAT Pattern 2024: Test Centre and Online GMAT

The table given below provides a comparison of GMAT pattern 2024 for the GMAT exam at a test centre and for the GMAT exam taken in online mode:

Features	Test Center GMAT	Online GMAT
Availability	Year-round	Year-round
Testing environment	Proctored Testing Center	Secure home environment with required webcam and software
Technology	Traditional computer setup	Personal computer with specific requirements
Test duration	2 hours 15 minutes	2 hours 15 minutes
Section duration	45 minutes for Verbal, Quant, and Data Insights	45 minutes for Verbal, Quant, and Data Insights
Number of questions	64	64
Section order	flexible	flexible
Breaks	One optional 10-minute break	One optional 10-minute break
Scratch paper	Laminated papers provided at the center	Digital scratchpad available online

Exam Tips for GMAT Candidates

1. Start your test prep in advance and develop a plan to cover the GMAT full syllabus. 

2. Time yourself for each section while practicing mock papers.

3. Choose the right study material/plan. 

4. Be sure to have a clear grasp of basic concepts of Math and English grammar.

How to Prepare GMAT Syllabus for MBA?

Here are the steps to prepare the GMAT syllabus for MBA:

• Understand the GMAT syllabus for MBA exams thoroughly.
• Go through the question types to understand how they are asked.
• Take baseline exams, which are available on the official website.
• Study the correct answer to each wrong question after attempting the baseline exam.

For the latest GMAT exam syllabus 2024 updates, important notifications, and exam tips, get in touch with upGrad Abroad.

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