GMAT Registration 2020 - Check How to Schedule GMAT Exam

GMAT is a management entrance exam conducted round the year where the candidates have the flexibility to take the exam on any day depending on the availability and time slot. The number of GMAT applicants is increasing immensely every year, and thus, finding the slot becomes more difficult every time you wish to appear for the exam. You need to make sure that at the time of booking your slot, your preferential test center is also available on the chosen date.

How to Register for GMAT Exam 2020

The candidates have the liberty of giving the exam anytime in the year as per their convenience. The important thing to note is that the candidates can reschedule their next attempt only after 16 days of taking the first attempt. A candidate is only allowed five attempts in one year. Here, are the steps to schedule your exam.

Steps to register for GMAT 2020:

Step 1: Visit the official GMAT website, mba.com

Step 2: Candidate needs to create his/her account.

Step 3: Give your personal details like Name, address, etc.

Step 4: Provide your academic and work details.

Step 5: Verify and submit your details.

Step 6: Schedule your exam. Choose your closest or preferred test center.

Step 7: Select the preferred date and time slot.

Step 8: Pay the GMAT Registration fee online through debit or credit card.

Step 9: After paying the fee your GMAT Registration is complete.

GMAT Slot Booking

As the number of applicants is increasing every year, it is recommended that you do not wait for the last moment to register for GMAT. You should rather do it while you are preparing for the exam, and book the slot at least a month before the day you wish to attempt the exam. Especially, during the peak season which begins around November every year, one should try to book the slot for the GMAT exam 3-4 months before the desired date of making the attempt

Apart from the online, candidates can also register

  • Through Phone: The candidates can also schedule through phone by calling the GMAT Customer Service of their region. Candidates have to pay US $10 surcharge for scheduling the exam by phone.
  • Postal Mail: The candidates can also pay through cheque to schedule the GMAT exam.

GMAT Test Centers in India

The GMAT exam is conducted and offered on-demand, round the year in 17 of the following GMAT test centers in India: Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Ranchi, Bangalore, Kochi, Indore, Pune, Nagpur, Mumbai, Chennai, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Coimbatore, Jaipur, and Kolkata.

Rescheduling and Cancelling GMAT Exam

If you cancel the exam more than 7 days before the test date then you will be refunded US$80. Also, rescheduling of the exam can be done through two major modes: online and via phone. This can be done before 7 days of the exam by paying a $50 fee. Also, if you wish to reschedule your exam within the 7 days of the exam date, then you would be charged $250. Please note that the exam cannot be rescheduled on the test date. The only difference in rescheduling the exam is through the phone is that you would need to pay $10 surcharge along with the $50 rescheduling fee.

Accommodations for Disabled GMAT Test Takers

GMAC – The official GMAT conducting body has over the years evolved to make GMAT exam accessible to a maximum number of students. Candidates with a disability can appear for their GMAT exam with aid, provided they fulfill certain eligibility criteria and properly document their request. Candidates with a disability who need to request accommodation need to complete the following steps,

  • They would have to create an account with mba.com
  • They would then be required to complete the GMAT Exam Accommodations Request Form
  • Along with the completed form, they would have to attach medical/clinical documentation
  • They would then have to mail/ fax the completed GMAT Accommodation Form along with all supporting documents to Pearson Vue. Kindly note, no emails will be accepted
  • Applicants can expect an email confirmation of the receipt of their documents within four business days and a decision regarding their request within one month.
  • On approval, applicants can then schedule an appointment for their GMAT exam

GMAT 2020 Registration FAQs

Got questions about GMAT Registrations, check out our frequently asked questions on GMAT 2020 registrations.

Q. How much does it cost to take the GMAT?

A. GMAT exam costs US $250. Also, if the candidate wants to cancel or reschedule the exam then they will be charged for it. The cancellation fee for the GMAT exam is US $80, whereas, for rescheduling, the candidate has to pay an additional fee of US $250.

Q. What is the difference between the GMAT and the GRE?

A. GMAT is a standardized test for getting into a top business school across the globe. Certain business schools have also started accepting GRE. The GMAT comprises of a Quantitative and a Verbal section like GRE. Apart from this, in the GMAT exam, two sections are combined to give a composite score of 800.

Q. How to register for GMAT 2020?

A. As the GMAT exam is conducted throughout the year, one can appear for this exam anytime. Steps to register for GMAT 2020:

  • Register on the official website of the GMAT
  • Fill the required details. Create an ID and password
  • Pay the application fee US$250
  • Candidates can pay online or offline
  • After completing the entire process, candidates need to log in and book the date and place of the exam.