GRE 2019 - The GRE® General Test is a standardised test that is accepted for admission to various disciplines at many graduate and business schools across the globe. GRE 2019 is conducted in two modes; computer-based and paper-based formats. In addition to the GRE 2019 general test, there are six GRE subject tests that evaluate candidates’ knowledge in their respective fields. Aspirants interested in pursuing higher education, especially Master's degree, specialised Master's course, MBA or a PhD degree can appear for the GRE. It is conducted by the Educational Testing Service (ETS), a US-based organisation. The GRE Test 2019 is available at over 1000 test centres in more than 160 countries. It covers three major sections- Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning. While Verbal and Quantitative Reasoning are scored on a scale of 130 – 170, analytical writing is scored on a scale of 0-6. In this article, candidates can know all about graduate record examinations 2019 such as dates, eligibility, registration, GRE test pattern, syllabus, GRE fee structure and result.
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Exam Name: GRE® General Test
Commonly Known as: GRE
Exam Level: International
Conducting Body: Educational Testing Service (ETS)
Number of Sections: 3 - Analytical Writing, Quantitative and Verbal Reasoning
There is no GRE 2019 Eligibility. Aspirants can apply for the GRE 2019 irrespective of age and qualification, as there are no specific GRE eligibility criteria 2019. The candidates, however, have to fulfil the admission criteria for the institutes/ universities they are applying to. As a GRE 2019 score is used for admission to postgraduate programmes, students who have completed their undergraduate studies should opt for the examination. GRE 2019 score is used for entry to Masters or PhD courses abroad, specifically in universities in US and Canada. Universities in a number of Europan and Asian countries have also started accepting GRE scores for a variety of Graduate programmes. However, aspirants should keep this in mind that it is not the country but the university which requires GRE score. Not all courses require GRE score at all universities. Even within a university, some departments might ask for GRE score while others might not. Hence, candidates are required to first check the admission checklist of the universities before checking the GRE eligibility criteria 2019.
GRE Eligibility Criteria 2019
Acronym
GRE
Test type
GRE General (Aptitude) GRE Subject (Subjective)
GRE eligibility criteria
No specific eligibility criteria to pursue postgraduate programmes
Test sections
Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning and Analytical Writing
Test duration
3 hours 45 minutes
GRE score
130-170( per section) Analytical writing: 1-6
In order to appear for GRE® General Test 2019, candidates have to first create a ‘My GRE Account’. Candidates can apply for the GRE 2019 as well as check their scores in My GRE Account. There are three ways to register for the GRE general test; Online, Phone and Mail registration. Candidates can opt either Online or Mail registration in the case of GRE 2019 subject test.
Here are major five steps that candidates should follow to register for GRE 2019:
Create an ETS account for GRE registration 2019
Select GRE test type- GRE General or GRE subject test
Set location and date for the GRE 2019
Fill academic background information required for GRE registration 2019
Make payment through American Express, Discover, JCB, MasterCard or VISA
GRE 2019 Registration fee:
Fees for GRE® General Test is $205 worldwide. Fees for GRE Subject test is $150 globally.
Special Handling Requests
GRE Fees
Late registration fee (paper-based test online registration only)
$25
Standby testing (paper-based test only)
$50
Rescheduling fee
Changing your test centre
If candidates wish to change a subject in the Subject test, they will have to pay $50 extra.
There are no specific test dates for GRE® General Test. The computer-based GRE Test 2019 is offered year-round at Prometric test centres. Aspirants can take the exam as per their requirement. They can take the GRE 2019 once every 21 days, up to five times within a 12-month period. This applies even if the candidate has cancelled his/her scores on a test taken previously. Also, the GRE test date 2019, depends on the availability of the test centre selected by the candidate. If the seats in the specific test centre are filled on that date, the aspirant has to either select a new date or go to a different test location. However, you have to first create a ‘My GRE Account’ in order to register for a specific date.
The GRE Test 2019 will be conducted in over 1000 cities across 160 countries. Candidates can choose their choice of test centre from the option given by ETS. Candidates are requested to check the GRE 2019 test centres, GRE 2019 test dates and their availability from the ETS portal. The portal gives the candidates options to chose GRE 2019 test dates from a two-month period for greater convenience.
The GRE admission ticket/ confirmation mail is sent to candidates by mail after the process of registration. Candidates have to bring the mail to the admission ticket/ confirmation mail to the centre with other mandatory things to the exam on the day of the exam. The admission ticket confirms the choice of test, test date, time and the GRE 2019 test centre.
The GRE Test Pattern has three sections- Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning. The total duration of the GRE 2019 is 3 hours 40 minutes. Besides the main academic sections, there are two other variable sections and a 10-minute break is given after the third (Quantitative Reasoning) section during the GRE Test 2019.
The two variable sections are Unscored and the Research section, which do not count toward the actual GRE 2019 score. The GRE test pattern 2019 includes six GRE subject tests. They are Biology, Chemistry, Literature in English, Mathematics, Physics and Psychology. Each subject has a different test pattern. The GRE2019 Subject Tests are offered in the paper-based format. Candidates can take the test worldwide three times in a year in September, October and April. The GRE 2019 Subject test is 2 hours and 50 minutes duration.
GRE 2019 Test Pattern
Paper-Based
GRE Sections
Computer-Based
Duration
No. of Sections
60 minutes
2 Sections, 2 tasks
Analytical Writing
1 Section, 2 tasks
70 minutes
2 Sections, 50 questions
Verbal reasoning
2 Sections, 40 questions
80 minutes
Quantitative Reasoning
2 Sections 40 questions
Unscored
Varies
Research
GRE 2019 Syllabus for General test is divided into three sections: Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, and Analytical Writing.
The Quantitative Reasoning section of GRE 2019 tests the candidate’s comfort level of understanding and analyzing quantitative information. It also checks the candidate’s abilities to interpret quantitative information accurately. This section tests basic mathematics and concepts of arithmetic, algebra, geometry and data interpretation.
The skills tested in the Verbal Reasoning section are Reading Comprehension, Text Completion and Sentence Equivalence. The questions are framed to understand a candidate’s analyzing skills along with the ability to draw conclusions, understand and add value to partial information provided as well as identify the perception of the author. It also tests the candidate’s ability to identify vital points and differentiate between them. The section also aims to test the candidate’s skills with reference to understanding work relationships and concepts.
In the Analytical Section, of GRE 2019, the candidate is required to understand and articulate ideas both simple and complex effectively. The section also expects the candidates to be able to support ideas with significant reasons and examples as well as examine claims and associated facts while able to maintain a rational and well-focused discussion.
GRE 2019 test requires a targeted and planned study. Proper planning will help in scoring a high score in the exam. GRE 2019 aspirants are requested to take as many mock tests as possible. Identifying improvement areas and working towards improving those should be planned. Working on as many GRE 2019 sample papers as they can get is the only way the candidates can assure themselves of success. The three sections of GRE 2019 should be individually practised and improved.
Academic institutions across the world use GRE General Test scores while considering candidates for their graduate programmes. GRE is most commonly accepted by universities. The acceptance of the GRE score usually depends on the department. Also, GRE subject test score is not required by all universities or departments. Aspirants can apply for the GRE subject test if the department requires it.
There are also many specialised MBA, masters and doctoral programmes in business schools that accept GRE scores. GRE 2019 scores are accepted by thousands of participating institutes in the world which also include over 1,200 business schools. Besides MBA and other graduate programmes, GRE scores are also accepted for interdisciplinary programmes like MIS and Engineering Management.
An email notification is sent by the ETS to the candidates who have appeared for GRE to inform them about the availability of scores. The results are available in the GRE 2019 accounts of the aspirants. Candidates appearing for the computer-based test can know their unofficial Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning scores at the test centre. The official results are available within 10 to 15 days of the GRE test 2019.
Scoring Pattern of GRE 2019: Candidates can check the scoring pattern for GRE verbal reasoning, Quantitative reasoning and analytical writing from the window below-
GRE 2019 Scoring Pattern
Measure
GRE Scores
GRE Verbal Reasoning
130–170, in 1 point increment
GRE Quantitative Reasoning
130–170, in 1 point increments
GRE Analytical Writing
0–6, in half-point increments
Website: https://www.ets.org/gre
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Hi aspirant! Yes, you may be able to crack the GRE exam easily with hard work and determination.
Please check the link below which has the much needed information about the exam, pattern and syllabus. Hope it helps. Good luck!
https://studyabroad.careers360.com/articles/gre
Hi sajal
As far as CGPA is considered, you meet the minimum requirement stated by both the TUs. Also as you know, for selection, your overall profiles matters. I see you have mentioned 2 research papers. They would add a great value to your application if they are relevant to the Masters you are applying.
GRE is not mandatory for TU Berlin and most of the programs in TUM too.
You would need an IELTS score of minimum 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 88 for clearing language requirements.
You would need German language proficiency of atleast C1 level ( only if you are applying for a course with German taught modules). Also even for english taught programs, having a basic German proficiency of A2 level would greatly help in your application.
For TUM, they might conduct a further aptitude assessment depending on the strength of your application.
Your internships would add value only if they are relevant to your field of study (the Masters you are applying).
Apart from the above mentioned, Your Statement of Purpose (SOP) / Letter of Motivation and Letters of Recommendation would also have a key impact on your application. Make sure you describe well how your past experiences ( internships, research exp, any work exp) and the masters program you are going to undertake would help in your future goals.
I hope I was helpful to you. Remember again , your overall profile matters. Don't be discouraged if you fall short in any one of the aspects.
With research papers, internships, you are already ahead of several applicants. You have a good chance for any Masters degree relevant to Mechanical Engineering. Goodluck!
Hello Greeshma,
As you didn't mention anything so I'm expecting you to be an undergraduate or you are pursuing it. First of all, I recommend you choose what you want to accomplish in future: Do you want to do your postgraduate, Abroad or in India itself?
GRE (Graduation Record Examination) is a universally comprehended exam which is supervised by ETS ( Education Testing Services). GRE examination is taken by future aspirants for postgraduate programs in foreign universities and its score are approved in over 160 countries colleges and universities across the world. GRE exam is conducted in two types such as- GRE general test and GRE subject test.
GRE general test is the primary requirements for most of the postgraduate programs in Abroad or in India which consists of verbal perception, analytical writing and quantitative reasoning while GRE subject test is specifically for subjects which you are looking for like biology.
In India, there are very few technical colleges which are accepting GRE scores but for not the same course you are opting for, while there are so many colleges or universities in Abroad which approved or accepted GRE scores.
In my opinion, the GRE general test should be given for admission in Postgraduate programs. Along with the GRE general test, it's best for you to give the subject test (in biology ) which give extra weightage to your academic record either it's your choice.
Hope its help!!
Hi aspirant! Yes, you are definitely eligible to pursue PhD from USA.
Kindly look up for edibility criteria for the colleges where you wish to apply. Some colleges do not require GRE scores for admissions in PhD. The criteria differs in each college.
However, you may have to appear for TOEFL/IELTS. Usually scores between 98-120 is accepted in most of the colleges.
Good Luck!
Dear Aspirant,
GRE is also called Graduate Record Examination and it tests your verbal reasoning skills, quantitative reasoning and analytical writing. It is a 3 hour and 45 minutes test and it is mandatory if you are applying for a Masters or Doctorate in the US. It is computer-based. You also have the option of taking it multiple times and there is a limit of taking it the maximum five times in a year. You can attempt it only once in 21 days. These scores are valid for 5 years. For the verbal and quantitative section, GRE score falls around 150 to 152. If you get 165 you are have secured close to 95%. In the section of analytical writing, an average score would be 3.5, 6 being the highest.
The paper is as follows:
You will have to write two essays for the analytical writing section within the time limit of 30 minutes where you will have to analyse one argument and one issue.
You will face 20 questions in verbal and quantitative learning each.
There is an unsecured section at the end of the exam which is a dummy and does not carry marks but is to be filled so that the conducting body can get information about the candidate.
Countries like USA, Canada, Singapore, Australia and UK accept GRE scores. Other than determining your eligibility, GRE seems to enhance a candidates profile. Taking subject tests in GRE seems to be an additional advantage for specific courses abroad.
Hope this helps. All the best!
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