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Type of Exam
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Validity
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Conducting Body
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ETS
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Mode
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Computer-based and paper-based
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Exam Fee
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INR 22,550
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Full Form
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Graduate Record Examinations
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Duration
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Less than 2 hours
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Validity
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5 years
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The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) test is aimed to evaluate the academic and general aptitude of the candidates for admission in a variety of master’s courses abroad. It compares and determines the applicant’s eligibility for courses like business, law, STEM, and other technical programs. A high GRE can impact your application positively
The GRE test is recognised in more than 1500 schools and universities all over the world, such as in the USA, UK, Europe, Singapore, and Australia
Take the GRE test at your nearest test centre or in the comfort of your home. The test dates are available year round
Choose which GRE scores to send to universities, allowing you to showcase your best performance. Send your scores for free to up to 4 institutions.
Open to all applicants, as anyone can take the test, regardless of age, educational, and professional background
The GRE General Test is a standardised exam required for admission to many graduate programs worldwide. It assesses a candidate’s analytical, verbal, and quantitative reasoning skills.
The GRE Subject Tests are specialised exams designed to assess a candidate’s knowledge in a specific subject area. They are primarily required for admission to specialised graduate programs
Attempt the GRE exam at the comfort of your home. You just need a computer system, a desk, and a chair to setup the test envionment
Attempt the GRE exam through a computer system at your nearest test centre. The GRE General Test is available at over 1,000 test centers
The GRE test consists of 3 sections, each with a different number of questions. This includes analytical writing, verbal reasoning, and quantitative reasoning. The duration of GRE exam is 1 hour 58 minutes (new short format)
Verbal reasoning analyses the written material and articulates information from it
27 questions - 41 minutes
The quantitative reasoning section evaluates the candidate's basic mathematical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and data interpretation
27 questions- 47 minutes
The analytical writing section evaluates the candidate's critical thinking skills and analytical writing skills
2 essays - 60 minutes
GRE fees depend on the type of test, and it remains consistent throughout India. You can cancel your GRE test up to 4 days before the test date and receive 50% of the fees
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Type of Exam
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Fees
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GRE General Test
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Rs. 22,550
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GRE Subject Test
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Rs. 14,500
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Test takers can appear for the GRE test once every 21 days, up to five times in a rolling 12-month period. They can choose from a test center-based exam or an at-home version, depending on their preference and availability.
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Exam Format
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Exam Dates
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GRE General Test (Online)
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Once every 21 days, up to 5 times a year
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GRE General at Home
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Once every 21 days, up to 5 times a year
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GRE fees depend on the type of test, and it remains consistent throughout India. You can cancel your GRE test up to 4 days before the test date and receive 50% of the fees
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Scaled Score
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Verbal Reasoning Percentile Rank
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Quantitative Reasoning Percentile Rank
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170
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99
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94
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169
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99
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91
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168
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98
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87
|
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167
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97
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83
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166
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96
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80
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165
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95
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76
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164
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94
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73
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|
163
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92
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70
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|
162
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89
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68
|
|
161
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87
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65
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160
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84
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61
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|
159
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81
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58
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|
158
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77
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55
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157
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73
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52
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156
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70
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49
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155
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65
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46
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154
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60
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42
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153
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56
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39
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152
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50
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36
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151
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46
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33
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150
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41
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30
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Scaled Score
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Verbal Reasoning Percentile Rank
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Quantitative Reasoning Percentile Rank
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149
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36
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27
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148
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32
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24
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147
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29
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24
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146
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25
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18
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145
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22
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15
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144
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19
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13
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143
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17
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11
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142
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15
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9
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|
141
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12
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7
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|
140
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10
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6
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|
139
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9
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5
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|
138
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7
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4
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|
137
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6
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3
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|
136
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5
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2
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135
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4
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1
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134
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3
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1
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133
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2
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1
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132
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2
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-
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131
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1
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-
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130
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-
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-
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The GRE general test costs around INR 22,550/- per registration for both home and test centre formats.
You can take the GRE up to 5 times in a 12-month period, with a minimum 21-day gap between attempts. There is no lifetime limit on the number of attempts.
A good GRE score depends on the program you are considering applying for. However, an overall score of 320 or more is considered competitive enough to demonstrate the aptitude required for the course
Undergraduate students desiring to pursue master’s abroad in science, engineering, mathematics, computer science, business management, and law are eligible for the GRE.
You can apply for the GRE by visiting the official website of ETS or Educational Testing Service.
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