GRE – GRADUATE RECORD EXAM
GRE –is a standardized test that is taken for admissions requirements for graduate schools in the US/Canada and few other countries, etc. Most students who wish to study abroad to do their master’s degree, MBA, or doctoral degree in law programs, take their GRE test prior to enrolling in different universities and business schools for their master’s programs.
The GRE is owned and administered by the Educational Testing System (ETS)
Why take the GRE?
Having a good GRE Score in hand, helps a student stand an edge over other students to gain admission to a good University or Business School for the purpose of pursuing their master’s degree, MBA, or business and law programs.
Why does the GRE Test stand & gain importance?
The GRE test is a prestigious test and it stands out from the rest of the foreign language tests, and having a good GRE score in hand gives the student the option to choose the best Business schools and universities where they want to study.
How does the GRE Test work?
The GRE General Test will measure 3 parameters, which are required if a student wants to pursue a master’s degree.
The GRE Skills that will be tested are:
- Analytical Writing
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Verbal Reasoning
What is the GRE Exam used for?
GRE General Test is taken by applicants across the globe, who wishes to pursue their master’s degree, MBA, Business programs, or Doctoral in law.
GRE Academic assesses the skills like-
- Verbal Reasoning
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Analytical Writing
- Critical thinking
What are GRE Eligibility Criteria?
There is no age and eligibility criteria, as each university and business school have their own eligibility criteria’s.
What is the GRE exam pattern?
- Analytical Writing – In section 1 there are (two tasks) time duration is 60 minutes
- Verbal Reasoning – In section 2 there are 2 sections (40 questions) time duration is 60 minutes
- Quantitative Reasoning – There are 2 sections (40 questions) time duration is 70 minutes
What is the GRE score range?
| Scaled Score | Verbal (Percentile) | Quantitative (Percentile) |
| 170 | 99 | 97 |
| 169 | 99 | 97 |
| 168 | 98 | 95 |
| 167 | 98 | 93 |
In the same way, Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning are scored (130-170) in one-point increments.
The score marked for GRE
- Verbal Reasoning – 130-170
- Quantitative Reasoning – 130-170
- Analytical Writing – 0-6
GRE Current Exam dates
- 13th September 2021
- 25th October 2021
- 11th April 2022
How many times can the GRE exam be taken?
The GRE exam can be taken once every 21 days up to 5 times within a rolling 12 months in a year.
The GRE test is offered year-round at Prometric test centers on a first come first serve basis.
GRE Test Validity – The GRE Test is valid for 5 years.
What is the GRE Mode of Exam?
GRE Test Pattern –Computer-based and Paper-based exams both are available, the test pattern is different for each.
Rules to follow in the exam hall when taking the GRE exam
Computer-Based Exam
- Calculators
- Pencils & Scratch paper
- Jewellery & Watches ( not allowed in the exam hall)
Paper-Based Exam
- Valid ID Proof (Original Passport Mandatory)
- Confirmation Email – printed copy
- Pencils & Erasers
Where can the GRE test be taken?
GRE test can be taken anywhere!
The GRE test is available in 160 countries and 1000 test centers.
The Computer-delivered test is available and can be taken throughout the year.
The Paper-Based test is available in certain countries and can be taken for 3 months October, November, and February. However, the student can check with the required test centers before booking or registering for the exam.
GRE Exam fee -213 USD
GRE Rules & Regulations to be observed-
- Valid ID Proof of the student and name should be given as registered in the passport
- With a clear photograph of the student
What are the Benefits of GRE?
- GRE scores help the Institutions to identify which applicants are well prepared for their graduate degree, and who come from different backgrounds.
- Helps the applicants with a good score gain admission & scholarships in top-ranking universities and business schools.
