GRE Syllabus 2018: ETS®- Educational Testing Service, the GRE® exam conducting body has prescribed two sets of GRE 2018 Syllabus as the test is conducted in two formats; GRE General Test and GRE Subject Test. The GRE Syllabus 2018 is entirely different for both General GRE and Subject GRE tests. While the GRE General test measures a candidate’s verbal reasoning ability, quantitative reasoning, critical thinking and analytical writing skills, the GRE Subject Test evaluates the candidate’s expertise in specific fields like Biology, Literature, Mathematics, among others. The difference in both the formats is reflected in the GRE test pattern. Also, both the tests use different yardsticks to measure the candidate's proficiency. While the GRE general test is scored on a scale of 130-170, the subjects tests are scored on a 200-990 scale. In this article, candidates can check the complete GRE Syllabus of all the three sections.
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According to the GRE syllabus 2018, the General GRE test format covers three sections. They are:
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GRE 2018 Syllabus - Verbal Reasoning:
The verbal reasoning section comprises of three types of questions- Reading Comprehension, Text Completion and Sentence Equivalence. As per the GRE syllabus 2018, the Verbal Reasoning section measures a candidate's ability to:
Analyse and draw conclusions, understand and add value to incomplete data; identify the perception of the author;
Identify vital points and differentiate between relevant and irrelevant points;
Understand and summarise the structure of a text;
Understand the given words, sentences and entire texts; ability to focus on the meaning of the entire sentence
Understand relationships among words and among concepts.
Aspiring candidates can view the detailed analysis of the Verbal reasoning section along with sample questions here-
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GRE Syllabus 2018 - Quantitative Reasoning
The Quantitative Reasoning section of GRE test evaluates a candidate's ability to:
Understand and analyse quantitative information
Solve problems using mathematical models
Interpret quantitative information appropriately
Apply basic mathematical skills and concepts of Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry and Data Interpretation.
Candidates can get a detailed analysis of Quantitative Reasoning here-
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GRE 2018 Syllabus- Analytical Writing
The Analytical Writing section of GRE exam evaluates a candidate's ability to:
Articulate complex ideas effectively and with clarity
Support ideas with relevant reasons and examples
Examine claims and accompanying evidence
Sustain a well-focused, coherent discussion
Aspiring candidates can view the detailed analysis of the Analytical Writing section along with sample questions here-
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The syllabus of GRE 2018 pertaining to the GRE Subject test format:
As per the GRE syllabus 2018, the GRE subject test judges a candidate’s knowledge in a specific field of academic study. These subject tests are emphasized by the undergraduate programs. Candidates must note that not every graduate program asks for a Subject Test, so one needs to ensure that the program which he/she has chosen requires taking the desired Subject Test of GRE.
The Subject Test of GRE is available only in the paper-and-pencil version.
The Subject Test is for candidates who have extensive knowledge in any one of the mentioned seven disciplines.
Biology
Chemistry
Literature in English
Mathematics
Physics
Psychology
Subject Tests of GRE are meant to test your knowledge and skill level in a particular subject area.
Points to Remember for GRE Subject Test-
Aspiring students planning to appear for the GRE Subject test are advised to do so during the month of November.
The student should register himself/herself six weeks before the exam date.
It takes another six weeks before the Subject test results are made available to the test takers.
The advantage of appearing for the GRE Subject test in November is that the scores will be available to the student before the deadline for the respective admission dates of most foreign institutes.
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GRE is a standardised test conducted by ETS® is accepted for admission to various disciplines at many graduate and business schools worldwide. It is available at more than 1,000 test centres in more than 160 countries. Aspirants can opt to take the test once every 21 days and dates are available around the year. It is offered as a computer-delivered test at most locations around the world and as a paper-delivered test up to three times a year in areas where computer-delivered testing is not available. However, before registering for GRE one must make sure that seats are available on that specified date. There are no specific GRE Eligibility Criteria stated by the officials of ETS. Aspirants can apply for the test irrespective of age and qualification. However, applicants have to keep in mind the eligibility criteria of the respective universities they are applying to. Prospective test takers are also urged to read up a little on how GRE is scored as it will help to understand the exam pattern better resulting in remarkable scores.
The conducting authority of GRE test, Educational Testing Service (ETS), however, does not have any selection procedure of its own to measure the test scores of GRE aspirants. The final selection procedure depends on the particular institute the candidate applies to.
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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!
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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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