The GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) General Test is a standardized, computer-based test developed by ETS that measures verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and analytical writing skills, which are essential for success in graduate, business, and law programs worldwide. A competitive GRE score can help prospective students differentiate themselves in the admissions process and can be a requirement or a strong supporting factor for applications to master’s, MBA, and doctoral programs globally.
Key aspects of the GRE General Test:
To evaluate readiness for graduate-level studies by assessing a broad range of academic skills.
The Educational Testing Service (ETS), a non-profit organization.
The test consists of three main sections:
Assesses your ability to analyze and evaluate written material and your command of vocabulary.
Tests your ability to solve problems using concepts from basic arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.
Measures your critical thinking and ability to articulate complex ideas in writing.
Scores for verbal and quantitative reasoning are on a scale of 130-170, and analytical writing scores are on a scale of 0-6.
Thousands of graduate schools and departments, including business and law schools, accept GRE scores for admissions and fellowships.
Who should take the GRE?
As of 09/22/2023, everyone taking the GRE will be taking this new version, also known as the “Shorter GRE.”
| Product | Number Of Question | Time Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Essay-Analytical Writing | 1 Issue Task | 30 minutes |
| Verbal Section 1 | 12 questions | 18 minutes |
| Verbal Section 2 | 15 questions | 23 minutes |
| Math Section 1 | 15 questions | 21 minutes |
| Math Section 2 | 15 questions | 26 minutes |
| Total | 1 essay and 54 questions | 1 hour 58 mins |
| Exam Name | GRE |
|---|---|
| GRE full form | Graduate Record Examinations |
| GRE official website | https://www.ets.org/gre |
| Most popular for | MS, MBA & PHD courses globally |
| Also accepted for | MS, MBA & PHD courses India |
| Conducted by | ETS (Educational Testing Service) |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-based test Paper-delivered test GRE at home |
| Skills Tested | Analytical writing Quantitative ability Verbal reasoning skills |
| GRE Exam Fees | GRE General Test: 22,500 in Indian Rupees GRE Subject Test: 14,500 in Indian Rupees |
| GRE Validity | 5 years |
| Score Range | Verbal Reasoning score range: 130-170 Quantitative Reasoning score range: 130-170 Analytical Writing score range: 0-6 |
| GRE Contact | +18001200371 (Toll-free phone number) Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 7 days per week, Indian Standard Time (IST) Email: GRESupport4India@ets.org |
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