GMAT Focus Edition Exam 2025: Dates, Eligibility Criteria, Syllabus, Registration, Pattern, Result
GMAT 2025 will assess the analytical, quantitative, verbal,reading skills and critical reasoning of a person. The most recent version of the GMAT indicates that the GMAT Focus Edition 2025 is of less duration than the previous one, clocking in at 2 hours and 15 minutes instead of 3 hours and 7 minutes.
What is the GMAT Exam Focus Edition?
The GMAT exam focus edition was created by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) as a means of taking admission to over 7000+ business school programs offered by 2400 universities worldwide. On August 29, 2023 registration for the GMAT Exam-Focus Edition started and the focus edition exam was first conducted on November 7th, 2023.Â
The GMAT's new format has been carefully, efficiently and responsively created to accommodate the needs of top business schools and the vast array of courses and programs that are offered all over the world. Similar to the current GMAT exam, the GMAT focus edition is a computer-based test that can be taken at a testing facility or from home.Â
The cost of the GMAT exam in India is USD 300 for those taking the test online and USD 275 for those taking it at the test centres. The cost of the GMAT exam may change depending on the applicant's location and the testing mode selected.
Highlights
GMAT Focus Edition: Test Pattern Modification
*Data Insights segment of the GMAT Focus Edition: This portion assesses the candidate's capacity for data analysis, interpretation and application to actual business situations. To solve the problems, one must possess knowledge of mathematics, analysis and verbal thinking. The exam has questions from topics like table analysis, graphical interpretation, two-part analysis, multi-source reasoning and data sufficiency. There are 220 questions in the Data insights category.
What distinguishes the GMAT Focus Edition from the CAT?
The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) and the Common Admission Test (CAT) are widely used by business schools including the best business schools and IIMs to admit students to their programs. One significant distinction between the CAT and GMAT Focus Edition Exam is that the former is primarily used by business schools in India while the latter is accepted by business schools worldwide.Â
Numerous prestigious business institutions in India also accept GMAT Focus Edition scores. Students who want to study business or management overseas typically take the GMAT Focus Edition. For their executive management programs, the IIMs accept the GMAT Focus Edition scores of domestic candidates from India. The CAT exam costs ₹1,100 whereas the GMAT Focus Edition costs $275. Thus, the CAT Exam is less expensive than the GMAT
Eligibility CriteriaÂ
The GMAT Focus Edition Eligibility Criteria impose some particular requirements on the applicants. Eligibility for the GMAT Focus Edition exam 2025 must be known to applicants before they begin the registration process. These are listed in the following order:
Colleges Accepting GMAT Focus Edition Scores
Syllabus
GMAT Focus Edition 2025 Syllabus Highlights
GMAT Focus Edition Quantitative Reasoning Section SyllabusÂ
GMAT Focus Edition Verbal Reasoning Section SyllabusÂ
The GMAT Focus Edition syllabus for Verbal Reasoning Section Consists of two categories of questions: Critical Reasoning and Reading Comprehension.
Critical Reasoning
Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) on the GMAT Focus Edition verbal syllabus will be based on brief reading passages that are no more than 100 words. The questions assess the candidate's capacity for argumentation, analysis and framing an action plan to produce conclusions.
Reading Comprehension
This section measures the candidate's capacity to read aloud, make deductions and comprehend the idea or connection between the passage's main elements. The excerpts may include social disciplines about the sciences, humanities, biological and physical sciences and business. There will be questions based on the primary concept, logical structure, application, inference and supporting notion.Â
GMAT Focus Edition Data Insight Section Syllabus
This section has been included to assess the candidate’s aptitude for data analysis, interpretation and application to actual business situations. The GMAT Focus Data Insights curriculum includes five different types of questions:
Data Sufficiency Type
These questions assess the students' abilities to examine a quantitative problem, find relevant data and determine when there is enough data to solve the problem.
Multi-source Reasoning Type
Examining information from various sources such as text passages, tables, images or any combination of the three.
Table Analysis
In the Data Insights section, students are evaluated on their ability to classify and analyse a data table, which is similar to a spreadsheet, to find relevant information or data that meets predefined criteria.
Graphics Interpretation
Questions concerning the capacity to deduce relationships and draw conclusions from data provided in a graph or other graphical picture are included in this section. (scatter plot, bar chart, pie chart, x/y graph)
Two-Part Analysis
Students' ability to answer complicated problems in verbal, quantitative, or a combination of both is assessed in this part.
Prominent Features of the GMAT Exam Focus Edition
GMAT Exam Focus Edition has some prominent features that are test-taker-friendly. These are as follows:
Question Editing and Review: During the exam, the candidate can now go over any question they would like to revisit. If necessary, they can change up to three responses in each section.
Flexible Section Order: Candidates are free to set the exam sections in any order that best suits their needs and study approach.
Optional Break: The candidates are allowed to have an optional break of 10Â minutes. The students can decide after which section do they want to avail the 10 minutes break.
Improved Score Report: Candidates will receive a performance analysis for every exam in the enhanced score report. They will be able to perform better on exams going forward.
Simplified Score Delivery: Candidates can select which applications to use for the delivery of their exam results. This simplifies and streamlines the score-sending procedure.Â
Exam Registration
The GMAT Focus Edition enrollment period for 2025 is open throughout the year. The GMAT- focus edition registration process is easy to complete and the registration link can be found online at mba.com - the GMAC's official website. Applicants may sign up for the GMAT Focus Edition 2025 at any time of the year that works best for them. There will be additional fees associated with registering for the GMAT exam over the phone or by mail in 2025.
Candidates may register at any time between six months and twenty-four hours before the GMAT exam date per the new GMAT Focus Edition. To secure their preferred test site, students are recommended to register for the GMAT exam at least two to three months before the GMAT 2025 test date.Â
GMAT Focus Edition Registration Fees
Contact Numbers by Region for GMAT Phone Registration
GMAT Focus Edition Reschedule Fees
GMAT Focus Edition Cancellation Fees
GMAT Focus Edition Registration/Application Process
Through the mba.com website candidates are able to sign up for the focus edition of the GMAT online. Prior to proceeding, candidates need to sign up for an account on the official website. A step-by-step description of the GMAT registration process is provided below:
How can a Candidate Register for the GMAT Focus Edition Exam?
Step 1: Visit mba.com -Â the official GMAT Focus Edition website and choose Create an account. Applicants must provide email addresses, passwords, first names and last names as well as other details.
Step 2: Choose the 'Exams' link at the top of the page and click 'Register' after finishing the GMAT Focus Edition candidate login.
Step 3: The applicant must start by adding personal information to their GMAT Focus profile.
Step 4: Verify the candidate's profile.
Step 5: Choose a GMAT Focus test center and book the GMAT Focus 2025 test.
Step 6: The candidate can choose the GMAT Focus test date and time slot as per their choice
Step 7: Pay the GMAT Focus registration fee through net banking, a debit card, a credit card or NEFT online. The process is complete once the GMAT Focus registration fees are paid. A confirmation email will be sent to the candidate's email address.
Note: Registration and input of login details is required in order to secure a seat for the GMAT Focus Edition 2025.
Documents necessary to fill in the GMAT Focus Application Form
The list of documents required for the GMAT Focus Registration is as follows:
Full name as stated on the passport
Email address
Address for Correspondence
Telephone number
Date of Birth
Nationality
Payment information for the GMATFocus registration cost (Credit/Debit Card)
Details of Education
Work Specifics (Optional)
GMAT Focus Edition Time Slot Reservation Process
Qualified applicants can get a GMAT Focus 2025 seat by simply following these simple steps.
Log in to mba.com the official site of the GMAT Focus. The Candidate must use the login credentials with which the GMAT Focus is registered now.
Choose "Schedule the exam."
Select the GMAT Focus test centre from the list of test centres provided. A maximum of three test centres can be selected by the candidates, in a sequence of their choice.
Book a GMAT Focus seat at the listed test centres on the corresponding GMAT test date page. The candidates can book the notes marked in green.
Select the desired GMAT Focus testing location and schedule on which the candidate prefers to take the test from the given options.
Pay the applicable fee to confirm the booking.
GMAT Focus Edition Exam Dates
39 GMAT Focus test sites spread across 23 Indian cities are used for conducting the GMAT Focus. The GMAT Focus exam dates for 2025 for the current iteration of the exam are listed in the table below. View the GMAT exam dates by city:
Exam Day Instructions
The Candidates appearing for the GMAT Exam need to keep in mind and follow certain instructions. These instructions are as follows:
The day before the GMAT exam: Avoid studying the day before the test.
GMAT Testing Facility Policies: Make sure you comply with all the requirements by reading the GMAT test centre rules.
Accommodations for the GMAT exam: Make sure you follow the guidelines established for the accommodations for the GMAT exam.
Get Your Documents Ready: Verify that you have the necessary identity documents and other paperwork in order.
List of Universities: The list of universities you want to apply to has to be prepared.
When the GMAT exam was held: Be on time and take a seat at the GMAT testing location. While some nervousness is unavoidable, you also need to be aware that anxiety could negatively impact your GMAT score.
Answer Key and Result
Scoring Pattern of the GMAT Focus Edition 2025
GMAT Focus Edition Score Table 2025
GMAT Focus Edition Score Table with Percentile
How Can B-Schools Access My Complete GMAT Score?
Business schools can receive the GMAT Focus results in one of two ways. While the second approach is paid, the first is free and can be shared with up to five B-schools.
Free Report on GMAT Score: Before the test starts, candidates can choose up to five B-schools of their choice. If the individual has chosen to accept his or her test results, the authorities will share the GMAT results with the chosen B-schools after the test.
Paid GMAT Score Report: A candidate must pay USD 35 for each B-school to process their GMAT application if they like to share their GMAT results for 2025 with more schools.
Enhanced GMAT Focus Score Report
The GMAT Enhanced Score Report (ESR) provides detailed data and analysis of a student's GMAT exam score to help them understand their strengths and areas for growth. Students can purchase an ESR for each GMAT exam they have taken at a test centre. Currently, the Enhanced Score Report is only available for exams taken at a test centre.
Cut-Off
Country-Wise GMAT Cut-OffÂ
Important Factors and Their Weightage during the GMAT Admission Process 2025Â
IIMs Accepting GMAT Scores
IMs Accepting GMAT Scores for the Executive Program
ISB GMAT Cut-Off
Note: Both ISB Hyderabad and ISB Mohali accept GMAT Scores.Â
