GMAT — your starting guide

The exam at a glance

Three equally timed sections assess quantitative reasoning, verbal reasoning and data insights.

Testing time is 2 hours 15 minutes, with one optional 10-minute break.

Is this the test you need?

Applicants checking business-school requirements and deadlines.

• Use the current GMAT, previously called the Focus Edition, rather than the old exam format.
• The current exam has Data Insights and no analytical writing section.
• Check online or centre availability and acceptance for the intended recipient.

A sensible preparation route

1. Start with the official Starter Kit and current-format questions.
2. Practise data interpretation alongside verbal and quantitative work.
3. Use official practice exams for pacing; review reasons for errors before repeating a test.

Independent guidance from Via Glowbal. We are not this exam’s provider and do not guarantee admission or a particular score.