GMAT Application
The GMAT 2025 is conducted several times per year. The GMAT exam has no specific date. Candidates can select their exam dates while filling out the application form. Registration is open throughout the year. Candidates can select their exam date and mode according to their convenience. The candidate can register for the GMAT between 6 months and 7 days a week before the scheduled date.
GMAT 2025 application
Note: Candidates can take the GMAT 5 times in a year, with a 16-day gap between the two tests. The GMAT 2025 test dates are detailed in the table below.
| Exam Details | Duration |
|---|---|
| The time gap between two GMAT exams | 16 Days |
| Number of GMAT attempts allowed in one year | 5 attempts |
| Number of GMAT attempts in a lifetime | 8 attempts |
Information Required for GMAT Registration Process
- Full name as mentioned in your passport
- E-mail address
- Address for correspondence
- Phone number
- Gender
- Date of birth
- Nationality
- Payment information (Debit/ Credit card)
- Educational history (optional)
- Work history (optional)
- Native language (optional)
GMAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for taking this exam. GMAC has specified a minimum age limit of 18 years for candidates.
Qualifying Exam: Candidates should have passed a graduation degree in any stream from some recognized board or university.
Marks Requirement: There are no predetermined requirements for academic performance and grades to take the GMAT. Therefore, there are no minimum cut-off marks for taking the GMAT. Test takers should examine the minimal score requirements before applying to B-schools.
Work Experience: Many working professionals take the GMAT exam; however, no work experience is required to take the GMAT. Although having relevant work experience will always be beneficial when applying to business schools, there is no requirement for work experience to take the GMAT.
Other Restrictions: Anyone may take the exam, according to the GMAC, regardless of gender, age, country, religion, academic background, or other characteristics. This includes candidates who are differently abled, and who can request special exam accommodations. For such candidates, the medical documents that define a candidate's disability are kept confidential, as detailed in the GMAC's privacy statement.
GMAT Fees 2025
The GMAT costs USD 275(approximately Rs..23,500). Applicants will also be charged extra if they wish to change the testing location or reschedule the exam. Candidates who fail to appear for the test will be charged the full GMAT exam fee.
| GMAT Cancellation Fee | Candidates cannot cancel or modify their GMAT appointment within 24 hours of the test. Cancellation fees vary: More than 60 days before the appointment offers a refund of USD 110 (test center) or USD 120 (online). Within 15-60 days, refunds are USD 80 or USD 90, and within 14 days, USD 55 or USD 60. |
| GMAT Rescheduling Fee | The GMAT rescheduling fee is $50 (approximately ₹4,100) if done more than 60 days before the test date, $100 (approximately ₹8,200) if done 15 to 60 days before, and $150 (approximately ₹12,300) if done less than 15 days before the test date. (Note: Exchange rates may vary). |
GMAT 2025 Test Centres
Candidates can choose between online (remote proctored) and test center modes when registering for the GMAT. It is recommended to select a test center in a nearby city to avoid long travel. Reservations should be made in advance, especially if planning to take the exam within the next 2-3 months. After deciding on a state or city, candidates can check the available dates at their nearest GMAT exam center.