The GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) is a globally recognized exam for admission to MBA and other business graduate programs. Here is an up-to-date, clear overview for test-takers in Pakistan, including all formats, pattern, fees, registration, and prep guidance with easy summary tables.
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📝 Types of GMAT
| Version | Description | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| GMAT Exam* | “Focus Edition” (current, since 2024) | In-person & Online |
| GMAT Online | Take from home, identical in content | 24/7, as scheduled |
*Old versions and Essay/Integrated Reasoning sections are discontinued.
📋 GMAT Test Structure (2025)
| Section | No. of Questions | Duration | Score Range | What Is Tested |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Reasoning | 21 | 45 min | 60–90 | Math, problem-solving, no geometry |
| Verbal Reasoning | 23 | 45 min | 60–90 | Critical reading, logic |
| Data Insights | 20 | 45 min | 60–90 | Data interpretation, charts, logic |
| Total | 64 | 2h 15m | 205–805 | |
| Optional Break | – | 10 min | – |
Highlights:
- No essay or geometry
- Flexible section order
- Bookmark and review answers (change up to 3 per section)
- Adaptive & computer-based
💳 GMAT Fees in Pakistan (2025)
| Service | Fee (USD) | PKR Approx.* |
|---|---|---|
| GMAT Focus Exam (Test Center) | $275 | 83,000 |
| GMAT Focus Online | $300 | 91,000 |
| Rescheduling | $55–$165 | 16,500–50,000 |
| Additional Score Report | $35/each | 10,600 |
*PKR values are approximate; check exchange rate at time of registration.
📍 Test Centers in Pakistan
GMAT is available in:
- Islamabad
- Karachi
- Lahore
Or take it online (requires secure system, web camera, and environment check).
🧑💻 Registration Process
- Create an account at mba.com
- Schedule test: Choose center/online, date & time.
- Upload valid Passport (only ID accepted for Pakistani test-takers).
- Pay fee via card/accepted payment.
- Confirmation: Email with test/seat info.
Tips:
- Register at least 1–2 months in advance.
- Book early, as slots fill in admission season.
📚 Preparation & Resources
| Area | Tips |
|---|---|
| Know Format | Practice with official sample questions; understand adaptive timing & section order. |
| Mock Tests | Take full-length, timed mocks (mba.com Official Mocks, Manhattan/Magoosh tests). |
| Quant | Focus on arithmetic, algebra (no geometry or data sufficiency questions). |
| Verbal | Practice critical reasoning, reading comprehension, logic. |
| Data Insights | Practice interpreting charts, tables, and data-heavy questions. |
| Review | After each mock, analyze errors and weak topics. |
Top Prep Resources:
- Official GMAT Guides and Practice Exams
- Online prep sites: Magoosh, Manhattan Prep, Veritas Prep
- Local institutes: Available in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad
🏆 Key Features & Rules
- Score Validity: 5 years
- Attempts Allowed: Max 5 times in 12 months, 8 lifetime; 16 days minimum gap between attempts
- Scoring: 205—805 (in 10-point increments, a new scale as of 2024)
- Retake/Cancellation: Fees apply, read terms before rescheduling
⚡ Quick Reference Tables
GMAT Test Overview
| Section | Questions | Time | Score Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quantitative | 21 | 45 min | 60–90 |
| Verbal | 23 | 45 min | 60–90 |
| Data Insights | 20 | 45 min | 60–90 |
| Optional Break | – | 10 min | – |
| Total/Overall | 64 | 2h 15m | 205–805 |
Fee Breakdown
| Item | USD | PKR (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Test Center Exam | $275 | 83,000 |
| Online Exam | $300 | 91,000 |
| Score Report (per extra) | $35 | 10,600 |
| Rescheduling | $55+ | 16,500+ |
🏁 Key Takeaways
- The GMAT (Focus Edition) is the essential business school entrance exam, streamlined and updated in 2025.
- Offered in-person and online, with flexible test dates.
- Register online using your passport; test centers in major Pakistani cities or from home (computer/internet required).
- Practice with official and reputable prep resources; focus on the new format.
- GMAT scores open doors to top MBA and business degrees worldwide.
For latest updates & official registration: mba.com
Good luck on your GMAT journey to business school!
