The GMAT is a computer-based exam that evaluates critical reasoning, problem-solving, data sufficiency, logic, and analytical skills essential for business and management success. It consists of three sections: Verbal Reasoning (21 questions in 45 minutes), Quantitative Reasoning (23 questions in 45 minutes), and Data Insights (20 questions in 45 minutes), totaling 64 questions in 2 hours and 15 minutes.
GMAT Exam Pattern
The exam contains four sections Analytical Writing Assessment, Integrated, Quantitative and Verbal Reasoning. The exam has a time limit of 3 hours and 7 minutes. The exam structure will help you in your preparation as well as in deciding on which exam you should choose. GMAT is an integral admission test which is a prerequisite for graduate management courses. A candidate has the option to take two 8-minute breaks during the exam.
GMAT Section-wise Name |
Total number of questions |
Allotted time in each section |
Verbal Reasoning |
Total 21 questions |
45 minutes |
Quantitative Skills |
Total 23 questions |
45 minutes |
Data Insights |
Total 20 questions |
45 minutes |
Total |
64 questions |
2 hours 15 minutes |
As aspirants proceed with the exam, the computer scores your question and then uses them for the next question. If your first answer is wrong then the next question will not be that difficult whereas if you answer the next question correctly the question after that will be harder. This process continues until the end and it accurately assesses the candidate’s ability in that particular subject.
The administration will not allow candidates to return to change their answers because the computer uses your answers to select the next question. So, it is important to give answers carefully, as you will not be able to change them later.