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GRADUATE RECORD EXAMINATION

General Facts

GRE, the Graduate Record Examination, is conducted by Educational Testing Service (ETS). It is an essential test for students aiming to pursue higher education in Business, Medical, or Law programs internationally.

About the Test

The GRE is one of the most widely accepted exams for graduate admissions across European and Asian universities. It has over 1000 test centers in around 160 countries, and candidates can also take the exam from home due to pandemic-related flexibility.

Why Take the Test?

Most Asian and European universities require a GRE score to meet eligibility criteria for postgraduate or PhD programs. The GRE evaluates students on three key skills:

  • Analytical Writing
  • Verbal Reasoning
  • Quantitative Reasoning

Eligibility

Candidates must have completed their undergraduate degree before applying for the GRE test.

Frequently Asked Questions

The GRE is used for admissions into graduate programs in various fields including Business, Law, and Medical schools worldwide.

The GRE test duration is about 3 hours and 45 minutes, including breaks.

Yes, due to COVID-19, ETS offers the GRE at home with remote proctoring.

You can take the GRE once every 21 days, up to five times within a 12-month period.

GRE Fees & Process:

Regd. Fees:
Approx. Rs 15,858
Rescheduling Fees:
Approx. Rs 3,723
Step-1:
Create Acc on ETS Website
Step-2:
Register Test Centers
Step-3:
Verify Email Address
Step-4:
Select Test Appointment
Step-5:
Select Convenient Time
Step-6:
Click "Register for this test."
Step-7:
Input the Required Details
Step-8:
Complete the Registration
Step-9:
Download the Receipt
Graduate Record Examination

GRE Test Information

Everything you need to know about the GRE exam for post-graduate admission in foreign universities

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GRE Exam Overview

Exam Details

Mode: Online/At-center
Required For: MS Programs
Fees: $205
Duration: 3 hours, 45 minutes
Frequency: Year-round
Validity: 5 years
Language: English
Accepted: Worldwide

Exam Structure

Sections
Quantitative Reasoning

Tests mathematical skills and understanding of basic concepts from arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data analysis.

40 Questions
70 Minutes
Score: 130-170
Verbal Reasoning

Measures ability to analyze written material, understand words and concepts, and recognize relationships between concepts.

40 Questions
70 Minutes
Score: 130-170
Analytical Writing

Assesses critical thinking and analytical writing skills through two essays: analyzing an issue and analyzing an argument.

2 Essays
60 Minutes
Score: 0-6

Preparation & Timeline

Suggested Timeline
6 Months Before

Research programs, requirements, and start basic preparation.

4 Months Before

Take diagnostic test, create study plan, focus on weak areas.

2 Months Before

Take full-length practice tests, refine test-taking strategies.

1 Month Before

Review all concepts, take final practice tests, schedule exam.

Preparation Resources
Official GRE® Prep
Free software from ETS
Official Guide to the GRE®
Comprehensive prep book
Online Courses
Structured learning paths