Which are the important topics for GAT Reasoning and Intelligence section?

Students preparing for GAT Reasoning and Intelligence can check the important topics below: Coding & Decoding Visual reasoning Critical Reasoning Statement and assumptions Cause and effect Statement and inference Directions Blood relations

Which are the important topics for GAT English language section?

GAT English Language section will cover questions from: Verbal Reasoning Sentence completion Fill In the Blanks One word substitution Sentence correction Idioms Analogies Different usage of same word Jumbled paragraphs Foreign language words used in English.

When will the GAT registration begin?

GITAM Admission Test 2026 registrations has commenced at gat.gitam.edu. Candidates interested in admission to BBA or MBA programme of GITAM Deemed to be University, must fill online application form on or before the last date. The GAT application form can be filled in online mode only.

What is GAT marking scheme?

As per the GITAM Management Admission Test (GAT) marking scheme, for every correct answer candidate will get one mark. There will be negative marking for wrong answers. For every wrong answer 1/3 of the mark will be deducted. There will be no negative marking for not attempted questions. As per the GAT 2026 exam pattern, the question paper will consist of 200 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), of one mark each. There will be no sectional time limit. Candidates can start answering from any section they are comfortable with. The GAT BBA exam is conducted for a duration of 60 minutes.

When will be the GAT exam conducted?

GAT 2026 exam will be held in multiple sessions. Candidates who will register for the exam will be able to appear for the GAT exam. The examination for GITAM (Deemed to be University) UG and PG admissions will be held in computer based mode. Candidates will have to report to the allotted exam centre. GAT exam is codncuted for a duration of 60 minutes. As per the GAT exam pattern, the question paper consists of 200 multiple-choice questions. Candidates had to choose a correct answer among the four options provided. There will be a negative marking for wrong answers of 1/3 marks. Candidates wothout GAT admit card will not be permitted to enter the GAT exam centre.

What is GAT marking scheme?

As per the GITAM Management Admission Test (GAT) marking scheme, for every correct answer candidate will get one mark. There will be negative marking for wrong answers. For every wrong answer 1/3 of the mark will be deducted. There will be no negative marking for not attempted questions. As per the GAT 2026 exam pattern, the question paper will consist of 200 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), of one mark each. There will be no sectional time limit. Candidates can start answering from any section they are comfortable with. The GAT BBA exam is conducted for a duration of 60 minutes.

What is full form of GAT?

The full form for GITAM GAT is GITAM Admission Test. It is an management entrance test conducted by Gandhian Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM) for admission to MBA/PGDM programe of GITAM School of Business. Candidates seeking admision to Post graduate programe of GITAM must appear for the exam. Candidates having valid score in national level management entrance exams like CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, etc. will be exemted from taking the GITAM GAT exam. Candidates will be required to fill the application form to be eligible for appearing in group discussion and personal interview rounds. GITAM GAT is conducted in multiple sessions in a year. Candidates can chose the date of examination as per their convenience.

What is the last date for GITAM GAT application form?

The last date to apply for GAT exam 2026 has been announced. Aspirants can submit the online GAT 2026 application form online till prescribed date at gitam.edu. Registered candidates will also be able to download the GAT 2026 admit card when released. Candidates will not be permitted to take the exam without registration and an admit card. Refer to the table below to know the GAT application form last date for BBA and MBA: GAT BBA Application Last Date GAT MBA Application Last Date 25-Mar-2026 19-Feb-2026

Where can I find GAT syllabus?

The university releases GAT syllabus for BBA and MBA on its official website. Follow below steps to get syllabus. Go to apply.gitam.edu Select following: Campus Discipline Programme Screen will now show details Click on tab 'Syllabus and Sample Papers' GAT BBA & MBA 2026 syllabus will be displayed

Which are the important topics in GAT Numerical and Data Analysis section?

Some of the important topics for GAT Numerical and Data Analysis section are: Geometry Number system Algebra Statistics and Probability Arithmetic

Can I crack GAT exam in first attempt?

Yes, it is possible to crack GAT exam in first attempt with proper study plan and strong determination. Candidates must understand the syllabus and exam pattern, and make a time table accordingly. Additionally, it is important for the candidate to follow the plan thoroughly to attain good score.

GAT 2026 Syllabus: Check Section-wise Exam Syllabus Here

Updated on Mar 2, 2026 14:27 IST

By Nupur Jain, Senior Executive - Editorial

Overview

GITAM Deemed-to-be University releases GAT syllabus for BBA and MBA programmes along with their admission official notification. Candidates preparing to appear for GAT 2026 exam must check the latest and updated syllabus for BBA and MBA. According to GAT exam pattern released by the university, the BBA and MBA exams are conducted in online mode. Candidates get 150 minutes to complete their exam (for BBA and MBA). Check out this article to get detailed syllabus of GAT BBA exam and GAT MBA exam.

Table of contents

Section-wise BBA GAT Syllabus 2026
Section-wise MBA GAT Syllabus 2026
GAT Syllabus 2026: Section-wise Weightage
Best Books for GAT 2026 Preparation
FAQs on GAT Syllabus

Section-wise BBA GAT Syllabus 2026

Listed below are the section-wise topics, aspirants should cover to perform well in GAT 2026 exam:

GAT Syllabus 2026 for BBA: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Check below to know the important topics for section 1 of GAT 2026 syllabus for BBA admission:

Identifying Logical Fallacies
Identifying Accurate Conclusions/Assumptions
Identifying Accurate Examples/Definitions
Situation Analysis/Problem Solving
Argument/Object Classification
Data Analysis
Commercial Math
Visual Reasoning
Algebra
Arithmetic
Mensuration/Volume
Complex Problem Solving

GAT Syllabus 2026 for BBA: Language Comprehension

Passage Analysis
Inference and Interpretation
Evaluating Arguments
Vocabulary in Context
Relationship Identification

Also read:

GAT Application Form 2026

GAT Exam Dates 2026

Section-wise MBA GAT Syllabus 2026

Candidates preparing for MBA admissions must check the updated GAT syllabus 2026. Refer below to know the important topics for GAT 2026 MBA admission:

Sections	GAT Syllabus for MBA
Logical Reasoning	Reading Comprehension Identifying Logical Fallacies Identifying Accurate Conclusions/Assumptions Identifying Accurate Examples/Definitions Situation Analysis/Problem Solving Argument/Object Classification
Quantitative Reasoning	Data Analysis Commercial Math Visual Reasoning Algebra Arithmetic Mensuration/Volume Complex Problem Solving
Language Comprehension	Passage Analysis Inference and Interpretation Evaluating Arguments Vocabulary in Context Relationship Identification

Also Check:

GAT Question Paper

GAT Result

GAT Syllabus 2026: Section-wise Weightage

Refer to the table below to check GAT exam pattern 2026 for BBA:

Section	No. of Questions	Total Marks
Critical Thinking	40	80
Problem Solving	30	60
Language Comprehension	30	60
Total	100	200

Refer to the table below to check the GAT exam pattern 2026 for MBA:

Sections	No. of Questions	Total Marks
Language Comprehension	100	100
Logical Reasoning
Quantitative Reasoning

Also read:

GAT Admit Card

GAT Counselling

Best Books for GAT 2026 Preparation

Check the table below to know the best books for GAT 2026 preparation.

Book Name	Author/Publisher
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations	R S Aggarwal
How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT	Arun Sharma
How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for CAT	Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay
High School Grammar	Wren & Martin
Manorama Year Book	Manorama Publication
General Knowledge by Lucent	Lucent Publication
Logical and Analytical Reasoning	AK Gupta
Compendium General English	BB Jain
A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning	R S Aggarwal

Note: GAT syllabus and exam pattern for PG exam is similar to MAT conducted by AIMA. The candidate may prepare for the exam using any MAT Preparatory book. GAT syllabus and exam pattern for UG exam is similar to UGAT conducted by AIMA. The candidate may prepare for the exam using any preparatory books on UGAT that are available in leading Book shops.

FAQs on GAT Syllabus

Check the frequently asked questions on the GAT syllabus:

Q: Can I attempt Language section first in GAT BBA exam?

Yes, according to GITAM University, candidates can answer their paper in whichever order they want.

Q: What is the difficulty level of GAT exam?

The difficulty level of GAT question paper for BBA and MBA is usually easy to moderate. However, the individual difficulty level of a candidate depends on their preparation level.

Q: What is the total score in GAT BBA exam?

According to exam pattern for GAT BBA exam 2026, the question paper includes 100 questions of 2 marks each. This means that the total score in GAT BBA exam is 200.

Q: What is the total score in GAT MBA exam?

The total marks in GAT MBA exam is 200. The GAT question paper for MBA exam includes 200 questions and each question carries 1 mark.

Q: Is there negative marking in GAT exam?

No, there is no negative marking in GAT exam. If a candidate selects wrong option for a question, he/she will be given 0 marks.

Q: What types of questions are asked in GAT exam?

The GAT question paper for BBA and MBA includes Multiple Choice Questions. Applicants have to select one option from among the given options.

Q: What is the eligibility criteria for GAT exam?

The eligibility criteria for GAT exam is different for each course. Candidates can find the GAT eligibility requirements of their target course by following below steps:

Visit gat.gitam.edu
Select the required course
Click on Eligibility and test pattern

Q: What is exam pattern for GAT BBA exam?

Check below to find GAT exam pattern for BBA:

Section	No. of Questions (UG course)	Total Marks
Critical Thinking	40	80
Problem Solving	30	60
Language Comprehension	30	60
Total	100	200

Q: What is the exam pattern for GAT MBA exam?

Below is the exam pattern for GAT exam for MBA course:

Sections	No. of Questions	Total Marks
Language Comprehension	100	100
Logical Reasoning
Quantitative Reasoning

Q: I have registered for only one course in GAT application form. Can I apply for another also?

Yes, if you have applied for one course and now want to add another course, you can do so by logging in with the created credentials and selecting multiple courses.