GNDU GMET 2026 Exam Pattern: Check Section-wise Format Here

Guru Nanak Dev University Management Entrance Test 2026 ( GNDU GMET )

Shruti Garg
Updated on Jul 21, 2025 12:59 IST

By Shruti Garg, Assistant Manager- Editorial

GNDU GMET 2026 exam pattern is prescribed by Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar. GNDU GMET is conducted in online mode and the duration is 150 minutes. The question paper consists of questions from Business Aptitude, English, Mental Ability & Numerical Ability and General Knowledge. The total number of questions is 200. Check complete GNDU GMET exam pattern below. 

Q:   Who conducts GNDU GMET exam?
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Guru Nanak Dev University Management Entrance Test (GNDU GMET) is conducted by Guru Nanak Dev University for admission to MBA programm. The examination is a in computer based mode, wherein candidates will have to report at the designated exam centre. GNDU GMET exam is conducted for a duration of 150 minutes. Candidates must attempt 200 questions within the given time duration. No provision for extra time is applicable for students. The GNDU GMET question paper is divided in four sections viz., Business Aptitude, English, Mental Ability & Numerical Ability and General Knowledge.

Q:   What is the GNDU GMET exam duration for each section?
A: 

As per the GNDU GMET exam pattern there is no sectional time limit. GNDU GMET question paper will consist of four sections, namely:

  • Business Aptitude
  • English
  • Mental Ability & Numerical Ability, and
  • General Knowledge

Candidates will be required to attempt all four sections within the given time duration. GNDU GMET exam is conducted for a duration of 150 minutes. GNDU GMET sections will consist of 200 questions each. 

Q:   What is GNDU GMET marking scheme?
A: 

As per the Guru Nanak Dev University Management Entrance Test (GNDU GMET) marking scheme, for every correct answer candidate will get one mark. There will be no negative marking for any wrong answer or not attempted questions. As per the GNDU GMET 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 GNDU GMET exam is conducted for a duration of 150 minutes.

Table of content
  • GNDU GMET 2026: Exam Pattern Overview
  • GNDU GMET 2026: Section-wise Split
  • FAQs Related to GNDU GMET Pattern 2026
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GNDU GMET 2026: Exam Pattern Overview

Check the table below for key details related to GNDU GMET 2026 exam pattern and test structure. 

GNDU GMET Exam Pattern

Details

Medium of the exam

English

Duration of the test

150 minutes

Mode of the exam

Computer Based Test (CBT)

Type of questions

MCQs

Marking Scheme

1 mark for every correct answer

Number of sections

4

Number of answer options per question

4

Total number of questions

200

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is there negative marking in GNDU GMET?
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No, there is no negative marking in GNDU GMET for any wrong or not attempted questions. Candidates can attempt questions as per their choice and attempt maximum number of question wihout the fear of negative marking. As per the GNDU GMET exam marking scheme, for every correct answer candidate will get one mark. The GNDU GMET question paper will be of maximum 200 questions. Candidates will have no sectional time limit to attempt questions. Candidates can switch from one section to another as per their choice and comfort. The GNDU GMET exam will be conducted for a duration of 150 minutes. Candidates must ensure to complete the exam within the given time limit. No extra time will be given under any circumstances.

Q:   Is there any section time limit for GNDU GMET?
A: 

No, there is no sectional time limit in GNDU GMET 2026 exam. Candidates can attempt any section of GNDU GMET at any given point of time. GNDU GMET is conducted for a duration of 150 minutes. Candidates can switch between sections of the questions papers without any restrictions.

Q:   What is the full form of GNDU GMET?
A: 

The full form for GNDU GMET is Guru Nanak Dev University Management Entrance Test. It is an management entrance test conducted by Guru Nanak Dev University for admission to MBA programe. Candidates seeking admision to Postgraduate programe of GNDU MBA course must appear for the exam. Candidates will not be allowed to appear for GNDU MBA admission process through any other management entrance exam score. Candidates will be required to fill the application form to be eligible for appearing in admission process. GNDU GMET is conducted once in a year. Candidates will have to appear for the exam on the prescribed exam date at the alloted exam centre.

 
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GNDU GMET 2026: Section-wise Split

GNDU GMET 2026 question paper will have four sections. Every section will have 50 questions carrying one mark each. There is no negative marking in GNDU GMET. Check the section-wise slipt of the question paper below. 

GNDU GMET sections

No. of Questions

Total Marks

Business Aptitude

50

50

English

50

50

Mental Ability & Numerical Ability

50

50

General Knowledge

50

50

Total

200

200

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many questions are asked in GNDU GMET exam?
A: 

GNDU GMET question paper will consist of 200 questions divided aross four sections. Following table brings the breakdown of GNDU GMET questions:

GNDU GMET sections

No. of Questions

Business Aptitude

50

English

50

Mental Ability & Numerical Ability

50

General Knowledge

50

Total

200

Q:   What is GNDU GMET marking scheme?
A: 

GNDU GMET 2026 marking scheme is as follows:

  • For every correct answer, candidates will get +1 marks.
  • No marks will be deducted for any wrong answer (s).
  • No marks will be given for any unattempted question (s).
Q:   What is GNDU GMET exam timing?
A: 

GNDU GMET 2026 exam will be held as per the below timings:

MBA programGNDU GMET Exam Time
MBA with dual specialization10 AM to 12 PM
MBA in Financial Management/Marketing Management/ Human Resource Management/Finance10.30 AM to 1 PM

The exam date for GNDU GMET 2026 will be updated soon after the release of official notification. The exam is expected to be held in second week of July 2026.

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FAQs Related to GNDU GMET Pattern 2026

Check frequently asked questions on GNDU GMET exam pattern below:

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is GNDU GMET exam pattern for MBA FYIP?
A: 

GNDU GMET exam pattern for MBA FYIP is mentioned in the table below:

Section NameNumber of Questions
General Knowledge50
General English50
Quantitative Aptitude50
Q:   What is the duration of GNDU GMET MBA FYIP?
A: 

The exam duration fo GNDU GMET MBA FYIP is 120 minutes. Candidates have to attempt a total of 200 question within two hours. Candidates will not be permitted to use calculators or any other gadgets for calculations. The GNDU GMET 2026 qustion paper will be divided into three sections consisting of 50 questions each.

Q:   What is GNDU GMET MBA FYIP syllabus?
A: 

GNDU GMET 2026 syllabus for MBA FYIP is mentioned below:

  • Part A: General Knowledge: Indian Economy, Polity, History, Geography, Business, Sports, Religion, Literature, Music, Dance and General Science.
  • Part B: General English : Vocabulary, tenses, prepositions, grammar, punctuation, and comprehension.
  • Part C: Quantitative Aptitude: Numbers, HCF & LCM, Decimal Fractions, Simplification, Square Roots & Cube Roots, Averages, Problems on Numbers, Problems on Ages, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Ratio and Proportion, Simple and Compound Interest, Clocks, and Odd Man Out & Series.
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GNDU GMET 2026 syllabus for MBA FYIP is mentioned below:

  • Part A: General Knowledge: Indian Economy, Polity, History, Geography, Business, Sports, Religion, Literature, Music, Dance and General Science.
  • Part B: General English : Vocabulary, tenses, prepositions, grammar, punctuation, and comprehension.

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Shruti Garg

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Answered 2 months ago

The exam duration fo GNDU GMET MBA FYIP is 120 minutes. Candidates have to attempt a total of 200 question within two hours. Candidates will not be permitted to use calculators or any other gadgets for calculations. The GNDU GMET 2026 qustion paper will be divided into three sections consisting of 5

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Mamona Shukla

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 months ago

GNDU GMET exam pattern for MBA FYIP is mentioned in the table below:

Section NameNumber of Questions
General Knowledge50
General English50
Quantitative Aptitude50

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Nishtha Datta

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 months ago

GNDU GMET 2026 exam will be held as per the below timings:

MBA programGNDU GMET Exam Time
MBA with dual specialization10 AM to 12 PM
MBA in Financial Management/Marketing Management/ Human Resource Management/Finance10.30 AM to 1 PM

The exam date for GNDU GMET 2026 will be updated soon after the release of official notification. The exam is expected to be held in second week of July 2026.

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Nishtha Bhandari

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 months ago

GNDU GMET 2026 marking scheme is as follows:

  • For every correct answer, candidates will get +1 marks.
  • No marks will be deducted for any wrong answer (s).
  • No marks will be given for any unattempted question (s).

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Nishtha Pandey

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 months ago

GNDU GMET question paper will consist of 200 questions divided aross four sections. Following table brings the breakdown of GNDU GMET questions:

GNDU GMET sections

No. of Questions

Business Aptitude

50

English

50

Mental Ability & Numerical Ability

50

General Knowledge

50

Total

200

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Nishtha Arora

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 months ago

No, there is no sectional time limit in GNDU GMET 2026 exam. Candidates can attempt any section of GNDU GMET at any given point of time. GNDU GMET is conducted for a duration of 150 minutes. Candidates can switch between sections of the questions papers without any restrictions.

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Dhanya Dhyani

Beginner-Level 5

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