GAT 2025 Application Form, Registration: Last Date, Fees & How to Apply

Gitam Admission Test 2025 ( GAT )

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Registration: 19 Dec '24 - 28 Mar '25

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Updated on Jan 20, 2025 16:35 IST

GAT 2025 application process ha commenced online for BBA and MBA admissions. The last date to apply for GBAT 2025 is January 23, 2025 and GAT 2025 is March 27, 2025. Candidates seeking admission to BBA or MBA programmes will be able to apply for GAT 2025 by visiting the official website of Gitam Institute of Management. GAT 2025 exam phase-wise schedule is being announced online.

Q:   When will the GAT registration begin?

A:

GITAM GAT 2025 application forms is out. Before applying, candidates has to ensure that they met the prescribed eligibility criteria. The application fee for GITAM GAT was INR 1200 for one group, and INR 2400 in case the candidates applied from 2 different groups.

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Q:   What is full form of GAT?

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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.

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Q:   What is GAT eligibility criteria?

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Candidates preparing for GAT exam must ensure to fulfill the below presscribed eligibility criteria before filling the application form. Candidates failing to meet the eligibility criteria will be disqualified.

For BBA

  • The minimum educational requirement for candidates is to have completed Class 12 or an equivalent examination for BBA admissions.
  • The examination should be recognisedby the relevant educational board or authority in the country.
  • The candidate must have successfully passed this examination (GAT) or UGAT to be eligible to apply.

For MBA

  • Candidate must have  a Bachelors degree with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. 
  • Candidate must have completed the UG course in minimum three years duration.
  • Students in the final year of graduation are eligible to apply for the programme
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Q:   How can I apply for GAT BBA or MBA?

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To fill the GAT 2025 application form, candidates must follow the steps below. The steps are common for BBA and MBA programs. Candidates must choose the relevant programme.

Step 1- Visit the official link provided: apply.gitam.edu

Step 2- Enter the following details to create login details:

  • Name
  • Email Address
  • Phone number
  • OTP sent on registered number
  • State
  • Campus
  • Level

Step 3- Login with the credentials created

Step 4- Start filling the GAT application form

Step 5- Pay the GAT application fee

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Q:   What is GAT application fee?

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The GAT application fee for the BBA and MBA programme is as follows:

  • GAT application fee for BBA: INR 600
  • GAT application fee for MBA: INR 1200

Candidates filling the GAT application form, must ensure to pay the application fee, without which the registration will not be successfull. Candidates can pay the GAT application fee through any of the following payment methods:

  • UPI
  • Wallets
  • Net Banking
  • Debit/Credit Cards
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Documents Required to Fill GAT 2025 Application Form

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before filling the application form:

  • Active Mobile Number and Email ID
  • Scanned Photograph in JPEG format (Maximum upload size is 50 KB only)
  • Scanned copies of mark sheet of Class 10, Class 12 and Graduation
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Hall Ticket/ Score Card of the National level test

Also Read:

GAT 2025 Dates GAT 2025 Result
GAT 2025 Pattern GAT 2025 Syllabus

Q:   When is GAT usually conducted, and how can I get information about the exam dates?

A:

GAT (GITAM Admission Test) is conducted multiple times a year, with different exam dates for different admission cycles. The exact GITAM GAT exam dates is announced for each session. GITAM GAT is a paper based test conducted at exam centres across India. Candidates having valid score in CAT, XAT, CMAT or any other national level entrance exam will be exxempted from taking GAT exam. Check the table below to know the exam dates for GAT:

Events

Dates for BBA

GAT 2025 registration start date

To be notified

Last date for GAT 2025 registration (Phase 1)

To be notified

GAT 2025 Exam Date

To be notified

Personal interview

To be notified

GAT 2025 result

To be notified

Last date for payment of fees for scholarships candidates

-

Last date for payment of the allotment fee

-

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Q:   Can I change the GAT exam centre after submitting the application form?

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No, candidates will not be able to change the GAT exam centre once the application form is submitted. GITAM Deemed to be University does not provide any provision for GAT application form correction window. Candidates filling the application form must carefully enter the details. The GAT 2025 registration has commenced online and the last date of registration for MBA and BBA has been announced. Candidates must carefully enter the personal details, academic details, exam centre preference and payment details. 

GAT application form once submitted, no requests for change in the details of the application form will be entertained. Candidates must check the list of the GAT exam centres before filling the application form. 

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Q:   What is the last date for GITAM GAT application form?

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The last date to apply for first phase of GAT exam has been notified. Aspirants will be able to submit the online GAT 2025 application form online till prescribed date at gitam.edu. Registered candidates will also be able to download the GAT 2025 admit card when released. Candidates will not be permitted to take the exam without the registration and admit card. Refer to the table below to know the GAT application form last date for BBA and MBA:

PhasesGAT BBA Application Last DateGAT MBA Application Last Date
Phase 127-Mar-202523-Jan-2025
Phase 2To be notifiedTo be notified
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Q:   Who can apply for GAT exam?

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Candidates desirous of taking admission to BBA or MBA programme of GITAM Deemed to be University must fill the GAT application form. Candidates must ensure to fulfill the programme eligibility criteria mentioned below:

GAT BBA Eligibility:

Candidates must have completed class 10+2 examination in any discipline with a minimum of 50% in aggregate or 5.0 CGPA.

GAT MBA Eligibility:

Candidates must have completed Bachelors degree examination in any discipline with a minimum of 60% in aggregate or 6.0 CGPA.

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GAT 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of GAT 2025 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates

19 Dec '24 -

28 Mar '25

GAT BBA 2025 registrations

ONGOING

30 Mar '25

GAT BBA 2025 Exam Phase 1

DatesPast Exam Dates

19 Jan '25

GBAT MBA 2025 Exam Phase 1

Dec '24 - Jan '25

GBAT BBA 2025 registrations

How to Apply for GAT 2025?

Applicants can apply for GAT 2025 either through online mode only.

GAT 2025 Online Application Form

Shared below is the step-by-step process of filling online GAT 2025 application form.

  • Visit the official website of Gitam Institute of Technology and click on "New Applicant" button or copy https://apply.gitam.edu/
  • Enter your name, mobile number, email id, password and course name
  • On successful registration, you will be given an application number and password
  • Use the login credential to fill up the GAT 2025 application form
  • Enter personal, academic, and professional details
  • Upload relevant documents along with a colored passport size photograph
  •  Pay application fees via online mode
  • Take a printout of the application form for future reference

GAT 2025 Application Form Offline Mode

Candidates could take a printout of the application form from the official website of the Gitam Institute of Management. They were required to fill out a hardcopy of application form and send it along with a Demand Draft to the following address:

The Chairperson-Admissions
Gitam Institute of Management, Gitam University
Rushikonda, Visakhapatnam - 530 045

The Demand Draft should be drawn in favour of GITAM Institute of Management payable at Visakhapatnam. GOT application form can also be obtained offline through GITAM admission prospectus from the following centers, free of cost.

  • GIM, GITAM University Campus, Vizag

  • GITAM City Office, Dondaparti, Vizag

  • GITAM City Office, Hyderabad

GAT 2025 Application Fee

The application fees for MBA and BBA programmes are similar. Refer to the following table for application fee and mode of submission.

Particulars

Fees (INR)

Payment Mode

Application Fees

INR 1200

Online – Net Banking, Debit/ Credit Card

Offline – Demand Draft in favor of GITAM (Deemed to be University), payable at Visakhapatnam

Q:   When will GITAM release the GAT admit card?

A:

The admit card for GAT will be released online at gitam.edu after the completion of the registration process. Only candidates who have completed the application form and made the payment will be able to download the GAT admit card. It is a mandatory document that must be carried on the day of the exam, without which candidates will not be allowed to enter the exam centre. To download the admit card, candidates must visit the link sent to their registered email address and enter their login credentials. They will be able to view their personal details, as well as the exam centre details, where they are required to report on the day of the examination. Candidates must verify the details mentioned on the GAT admit card. If there are any discrepancies, they should immediately contact the GITAM helpline with supporting documents to rectify the information.

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Q:   I have forgotten my password for GAT login credentials. How can I download the GAT admit card?

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If you have forgotten your GAT login password, you can reset it by following these steps:

Step 1- Go to the GITAM GAT login page and click on the "Forgot Password" link.

Step 2- Enter your registered email address or mobile number. You will receive an OTP (One-Time Password) on your registered mobile number or email address.

Step 3- Enter the OTP and click on the "Submit" button.

Step 4- You will be redirected to a page where you can reset your password.

Step 5- Enter your new password and confirm it.

Step 6- Click on the "Submit" button to save your new password. Once you have reset your password, you can log in to your GAT account and download your admit card.

If you face any issues while resetting your password, you can contact the GITAM helpline or send an email to the GITAM helpdesk for assistance.

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Q:   How can I pay GAT application form fee?

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Candidates can pay the GAT application form fee online by following the steps to fill the GAT application form. Refer the steps below to know how to pay the GAT application form fee online:

Step 1- Log in to official webiste of GITAM- apply.gitam.edu
Step 2- After filling in the GAT 2025 application form, proceed for the payment process,
Step 3- Choose the mode of payment from the following available options -

  • Net banking
  • Credit card
  • Debit card
  • UPI
  • QR code

Step 4- complete payment process and take the print of the reciept for future reference.

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Q:   Is GAT registration open?

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Yes, GITAM GAT 2025 registrations are open. GITAM has commenced the GAT 2025 registrations for UG and PG programmes. Candidates can now check the phase wise GAT 2025 application form dates online at apply.gitam.edu.

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GAT 2025 FAQs

Check more frequently asked questions on GAT application form below:

Q:   Do I have to submit a separate GAT application form, if I wish to apply for more than programme?

A:

No, candidates will not be required to fill separate GAT application form to apply for different courses. With a single GAT application form candidates can apply for UG or PG courses they wish to apply for. Candidats can apply for Architecture, Engineering, Humanities, Law, Management, Nursing, Paramedical, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy and Sciences courses offered at GITAM Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad and Bengaluru campuses. 

GAT 2025 registration will commence online soon. GITAM will announce the important dates for GAT 2025. Candidates willing to take admisison to GITAM to its UG or PG programme must fill the application form on or before the last date.

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Answered 13 hours ago

Yes, GITAM GAT 2025 registrations are open. GITAM has commenced the GAT 2025 registrations for UG and PG programmes. Candidates can now check the phase wise GAT 2025 application form dates online at apply.gitam.edu.

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Mamona Shukla

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Answered 14 hours ago

Candidates desirous of taking admission to BBA or MBA programme of GITAM Deemed to be University must fill the GAT application form. Candidates must ensure to fulfill the programme eligibility criteria mentioned below:

GAT BBA Eligibility:

Candidates must have completed class 10+2 examination in any d

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Nishtha Bhandari

Beginner-Level 3

Answered 14 hours ago

The GAT application fee for the BBA and MBA programme is as follows:

  • GAT application fee for BBA: INR 600
  • GAT application fee for MBA: INR 1200

Candidates filling the GAT application form, must ensure to pay the application fee, without which the registration will not be successfull. Candidates can pay

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Nishtha Kumar

Beginner-Level 3

Answered 14 hours ago

To fill the GAT 2025 application form, candidates must follow the steps below. The steps are common for BBA and MBA programs. Candidates must choose the relevant programme.

Step 1- Visit the official link provided: apply.gitam.edu

Step 2- Enter the following details to create login details:

  • Name
  • Email A

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Nishtha Arora

Beginner-Level 3

Answered a month ago

GAT is not strictly necessary because GITAM School of Technology, Visakhapatnam also admits to scores of other national or state entrance tests conducted by JEE or EAMCET. GAT nonetheless offers an alternate means to obtaining admission and scholarships. So, students are advised to opt for GAT for i

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