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Exam Date 07 Apr, 2024 - 20 Apr, 2024
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About GRE 2023
GRE 2023 - ETS conducts the GRE exam for admissions to many graduate, business or law schools. The Graduate Record exam is an admissions test for professional and graduate schools across the world. GRE test is administered by ETS in more than 1000 locations across 160 countries.
GRE exam tests applicants on their verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, critical thinking and analytical writing skills. The official GRE website is ets.org/gre.html. ETS GRE exam can be taken at an authorised GRE exam centre or at home. GRE is accepted in 1500+ business schools for MBA or MS admissions. Indian students must register for the GRE exam at etsindia.org/gre. To complete the GRE registration process, students need to pay the GRE exam fees in online mode. It is to be noted that the GRE general test is offered continuously across the world while GRE subject tests are held on specified dates.
Latest update: GRE Exam shortened to less than 2 hours
1. GRE new pattern is implemented From September 22, 2023. The duration of the GRE general test is reduced to two hours which is approximately half the time of the current test duration. The other changes to the GRE general test will include:
- The “Analyze an Argument” task will be removed in the Analytical Writing section.
- The Quantitative and Verbal Reasoning sections will have a reduced number of questions ( 46 questions were removed)
- There will be only one Analytical writing essay as opposed to two in the current version.
- The unscored section will be removed.
2. The official GRE scores are now available in 8 to 10 days which is available now in 10 -15 calendar days.
3. The American Bar Association has approved using scores of GRE for law school admissions. Applicants can now use their GRE scores to apply to law schools in the USA.
4. GRE subject tests will be offered in two modes - computer-based and at home just like the GRE General Tests.
5. The duration of the GRE exam for Physics and Psychology is reduced to 2 hours from September 2023.
6. Chemistry is no longer offered as a subject test from September 2023. The last test was held in April 2023 and the scores for those tests will be available for the next 5 years.
Other updates for the GRE subject tests are outlined in the table below.
| GRE Subject Tests (Old) | Changes in GRE Subject Tests |
| Pen and Paper based | Computer-based |
| Only at centres | At centres and at home too |
| The duration of the exam is 2 hours and 50 minutes ( all tests) | The duration of Physics and Psychology Tests will be 2 hours |
What is GRE?
The GRE exam is an entrance test used for admissions to MBA programmes, specialised master's programmes, dual degree programmes and doctoral business programmes across the world. The latest update on the GRE exam is that its scores are now accepted by many law schools. Candidates looking to apply to leading graduate, business or law schools across the globe can use the scores of the GRE exam for admissions. As mentioned above GRE exam is of two types - GRE General exam and GRE Subject exam.
GRE full form
As we mentioned earlier, the Graduate Record Examination is the full form of the GRE. The Educational Testing Service also called ETS is the administrator for the GRE exam. The official website of GRE is ets.org/gre. GRE exam is of two types- A GRE General test and a GRE subject test. The GRE General Test can be taken at one of the prometric centres or candidates can also opt for the GRE Home test in the convenience of their homes. GRE subject tests are offered in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and Psychology.
GRE General Test has questions on verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, critical thinking and analytical writing skills that are required by all. Candidates are tested on skills required for pursuing graduate programmes in business and law. Top universities that accept GRE scores (General Test) are Stanford University, University of Virginia, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dartmouth College, University of California, and Los Angeles to name a few. Scores of the GRE test are available 10–15 days after the test date.
Why take the GRE Test?
Any student who is interested in applying to a good MBA, law or dual degree program in top universities and institutes across the world can appear for the GRE exam and use the scores to get admission. GRE entrance exam is commonly preferred and used by many business, graduate and law schools for their admissions. The best of the scores in case of multiple GRE attempts is sent to the universities for admission purposes.
What are the types of GRE exams?
ETS conducts two types of GRE exams. The first is the GRE General Test which is taken by the majority of applicants for business programmes as well as law aspirants. The second is the GRE Subject Test which is offered in a select few subjects and is taken by applicants of specific programmes as mandated by the universities or institutions offering them. The ETS GRE provides the GRE sample papers, through which candidates can gain familiarity with the GRE syllabus and format.
Apart from this basic difference in types of GRE exams, the mode is also of two different types (as per the GRE test):
GRE General Test
1. GRE General Test at a test centre: ETS GRE (General Test) is offered at more than 1000 authorized test centres across 160 cities around the world. GRE General Test is offered on all days throughout the year. Candidates can pick the GRE exam date and time based on their convenience.
2. The GRE General Test at home is also available around the clock. Candidates can book the GRE General Test 7 days a week as appointments are available as early as 24 hours after registration. However, candidates must meet the Equipment and Environment Requirements laid down by ETS before booking their GRE exam date.
GRE Subject Test
ETS administers the GRE Subject Tests for students who have an undergraduate major or extensive background in one of the following disciplines:
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Psychology
The GRE subject tests are pen and paper-based and administered up to 3 times a year in September, October and April. The duration of the GRE Subject test is 2 hours and 50 minutes.
When should you take the GRE test?
GRE ETS is offered 24 hours, 365 days a year. Candidates can attempt the GRE General test once every 21 days. The number of attempts allowed for the GRE Test (General) is 5 times in one year. This is applicable even if there is a cancellation of the previous GRE Test scores.
A few pointers to keep in mind while deciding when to take the GRE exam, or choosing the GRE test dates, students are advised to ensure that the GRE exam dates are such that the scores are reported in time for the application deadlines. Generally, scores of the GRE exam are sent approximately 10–15 days after the GRE test date.
GRE Subject tests are not offered throughout the year. At present, they are offered in test centres three times a year in April, September and October as pen and paper exams on specific GRE test dates. From September 2023, the Subject tests of the GRE exam will be offered as computer-based exams both at exam centres and at home. Also, the duration for the Physics and Psychology test papers of GRE 2023 is shortened to 2 hours. Chemistry as a subject test will no longer be offered with GRE subject tests.
ETS GRE Exam Duration to be below 2 hours starting September 22, 2023
The GRE exam, which currently lasts less than 4 hours, is reduced to just under 2 hours from September 22, 2023, according to the announcement of ETS - the organization that organizes the GRE test. The shorter version of the GRE General test, starting September 22, 2023, have fewer than 26 Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning questions and one Analytical Writing essay that eases fatigue in the exam. This new change made the GRE (about 2 hours) shorter than the GMAT (3 hours 7 minutes), GMAT Focus Edition (2 hours 15 minutes) and LSAT exams (about 3 hours).
Difference between old and new GRE exam pattern
GRE exam feature | Current pattern | From September 2022 |
GRE Analytical Writing | 1 section, 2 essay tasks 60 minutes | 1 section, 1 essay task 30 minutes |
GRE Quantitative Reasoning | 2 sections, 40 questions total 70 minutes | 2 sections, 27 questions total 47 minutes |
GRE Verbal Reasoning | 2 sections, 40 questions total 60 minutes | 41 minutes 2 sections, 27 questions total 47 minutes |
Unscored section | Varies | NA |
Research | Varies | NA |
Total time | 3 hours 45 minutes | 1 hour 58 minutes |
Difference between the GRE general test and the subject test
Candidates who are confused between the GRE general test and the GRE subject test can refer to the table below.
Difference between the GRE general test and the subject test
GRE General Test | GRE Subject Test |
For assessing general academic skills | For assessing specific subject knowledge |
Computer-based and paper-based | Computer-based |
Score range 260-340 | Score range 200-900 |
Can be taken throughout the year | Can be taken only on specific months in a year |
GRE payment modes in India
The following are the accepted GRE exam payment modes in India for the GRE fees
- Credit/Debit Card
- PayPal
- E-Check Service (drawn against U.S. bank accounts only)
- Money Order/Certified Check/Voucher
- Payments through personal paper checks payable to ETS-GRE
Pros and cons of taking the GRE at Home vs. in a Test Centre
Candidates should understand that the at-home GRE test is not a substitute for the test-centre test. The GRE at-home test was introduced to facilitate the convenience of students who want to take the GRE safely at home. The fee for the GRE test for the GRE at home and the GRE at the test centre is the same. GRE exam fee is 228 USD for Indian students who want to register for GRE test.
The basic difference is that while the GRE at-home test is conducted at home, the GRE test centre test is conducted at the test centre. Although the GRE test centre will have a specific test schedule, students can take the GRE at home at their convenience. However, candidates will need to ensure that they have the necessary system hardware and software to run the GRE test smoothly and without power outages. However, this will not be a problem for students taking the test at the GRE test centre. The GRE exam at-home test is similar to the test-center GRE and can be taken every 21 days, up to five times in any 12-month period (365 days).
How long are GRE scores valid?
The GRE scores are valid for a period of five years from the day of the exam. Students can use their GRE scores for a period of five years when applying to universities to study abroad.
What is the GRE score range?
The GRE score range for the general test is between 130 and 170 for each section. Remember that the total GRE score is calculated based on your Verbal and Quantitative Reasoning only. The maximum score is 340 and the composite score ranges from 260 to 340. The score range for the subject test is from 200 to 900, in increments of 10 points. GRE cores are calculated independently for each test and should only be compared with other scores in the same test subject.
What is the GRE cutoff?
GRE cutoff will vary from college to college, however, scores around 160 to 165 in the Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning sections are generally considered competitive.
GRE Scholarships
The ETS does not offer any scholarships even to the top scorers. There is no GRE scholarship. Scholarships are awarded by graduate schools and GRE scores are not the only criteria for awarding financial aid. Your academic background, work or research experience or any other merits are also taken into account for awarding the scholarship. This is not to say that GRE scores are not important, they are just as important as other factors when applying for a scholarship.
GRE 2023 Highlights
| Full Exam Name | Graduate Record Exam |
| Short Exam Name | GRE |
| Conducting Body | Educational Testing Service |
| Exam Level | University Level Exam |
| Languages | English |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| GRE General Test - Duration | 3 Hours 45 Minutes+3 More |
GRE 2023 Important Dates
Upcoming Dates and Events
07 Apr, 2024 - 20 Apr, 2024
Exam - GRE subject test | Mode: Offline
There are no fixed eligibility criteria to take the GRE exam. Candidates preparing for GRE must check the prescribed eligibility of the course and the institute/college applying to. Since anyone can appear for GRE 2023, it is advised to check the course and college eligibility.
ETS GRE eligibility will depend on the type of test undertaken.
GRE is an entrance exam used for many B-schools and graduate schools to add to the undergraduate grades of an applicant along with other qualifications. Most MBA admissions across the globe consider GRE for screening purposes.
Mode of Application : Online
Mode of Payment : Credit Card | Debit Card
To register and apply for GRE 2023, one needs to have an ETS account. The official ETS GRE registration direct link is available at ets.org/login.html. Applicants from India need to register at etsindia.org/gre. The steps for GRE exam registration will slightly differ as per the mode of the GRE exam opted for.
While GRE exam at home will need the technical requirements in terms of computer and internet connections, taking the GRE 2023 exam at a test centre will mean checking the centre details, date and slot that is convenient.
Steps for GRE Registration 2023
- Create an ETS account at ets.org/gre.html. Indian applicants must register for GRE at etsindia.org/gre
- Choose the mode of the GRE exam - home or test centre.
- If it is a test centre, choose country, city and centre. The next step would be mentioning the GRE exam date and time
- Finally, pay the GRE exam fees and submit it.
How to register for GRE Exam (General Test) - At-Home Test
- The process is the same except for the choice of the test centre.
- Candidates need to have the requisite equipment like a computer, compatible specified browsers and an internet connection.
- The GRE at-home test is monitored by a human proctor online through ProctorU®. At-home testing is available around the clock, 7 days a week.
GRE Exam Fee
Location | Fee for GRE General Test |
| China | $231.30 |
| India | $228 |
| All other areas of the world | $220 |
How to register for the GRE? Steps for Indian candidates
Follow the steps mentioned below to register for the GRE General Test:
- Log in to the ETS account.
- Select 'register'.
- Select the GRE General Test or subject test as per the need. (norms are different for subject tests).
- Verify the email address and confirm the time zone.
- Select GRE exam dates from the calendar.
- Select an available time/date to test and click “Register for this test.”
- Complete GRE registration and pay the GRE 2023 exam fees.
- A confirmation email will be received from ETS after the confirmation.
GRE Exam Fee for Indian Students
GRE test type | India Price (INR) |
| GRE General Test | 22,550 |
| GRE Subject Test | 14,500 |
What are the IDs required for GRE registration?
This generally depends on the test region, and country of citizenship (unless it's a GRE test from home). For home-proctored GRE tests, candidates are required to present a valid government-issued ID.
With few exceptions, all ID documents must meet the following requirements during GRE exam application:
- It should be the original document
- It should be a physical ID
- A government-issued national/state/province identity card that is recognized by the country in which the applicant is a citizen or permanent resident is acceptable
- be an original document; photocopied documents are not acceptable and documents cannot be presented on a cell phone or any other electronic device
- The ID must bear the first and last name of the applicant exactly (excluding accents) as it was when registering for the GRE test
- Must include the signature of the applicant (the name and signature submitted for GRE exam must match the ones in the ID)
- A recent, recognizable photograph must be included on the ID
Note: Any electronic ID issued to a mobile phone or any other electronic device is not acceptable. If the above conditions are not met by the ID submitted for the GRE tes, the application is liable to be rejected.
GRE 2023 Exam Fee - Reschedule, Additional Scores
Special Handling Request | Fees in Rs. |
| Rescheduling fee | 5,000 |
| Changing test centre | 5,000 |
| Changing your Subject Test | 5,000 |
| Additional score report | 2,900 |
| Score review | 5,900 |
| Score reinstatement | 5,000 |
| Returned payment | 2,900 |
Checklist for GRE Exam Registration
- Keep relevant ID ready.
- Check out the fee for GRE registration.
- Also, check the availability of the test slot if taking the GRE test in one of the authorised GRE exam centres.
- Pick the date for the GRE exam such that there is ample time to submit the scores to the colleges applying.
- Keep a check on the availability of the GRE exam centres.
Why create an ETS Account for the GRE exam?
Applicants can use the GRE exam account to register for a test. They can also sign up for the free GRE search service. The ETS GRE account can also be used to purchase GRE preparation materials. editing of the GRE registration, GRE slot booking, cancellation, changing, viewing etc. can be done using the ETS account. In addition, GRE scores can be looked up using the ETS account. Other benefits of an ETS account for GRE 2023 are that candidates can order additional GRE score reports, get the free diagnostic service as well and receive important notifications about the GRE exam, scores etc.
Statistics for GRE General Test (2018 to 2021)
| Test | Number of test takers | Mean | Standard Deviation |
| Verbal Reasoning | 13,73,468.00 | 150.61 | 8.57 |
| Quantitative Reasoning | 13,76,158.00 | 154.34 | 9.58 |
| Analytical Writing | 13,69,829.00 | 3.6 | 0.86 |
* Source: ets.org/gre
GRE Exam- Facts and Figures for India (July 2021 to June 2022)
| Country | Numbers | VR Mean | QA Mean | AW Mean | |
| India | 114647 | 150.5 | 161.2 | 3 |
* Source: ets.org/gre
Reduction in GRE Exam Fees 2023
Vouchers issued from November 1, 2022: Candidates can use a GRE Fee Reduction Voucher for one GRE General Test and/or one GRE Subject Test. Students who have received a GRE Fee Reduction voucher need to pay $100 for the GRE General Test registration and/or 50% of the GRE Subject Test regular fee (i.e., $75). Students who have registered for the General Test of GRE will also receive free access to the GRE test prep materials worth $100.
Vouchers issued prior to November 1, 2022: Candidates will have to pay 50% of the General Test fee. Candidates having any unused General Test voucher issued prior to November 1, 2022, will have to contact GRE Services at 1-609-771-7670 for the fee adjustment during registration for GRE 2023.
Who is eligible for the GRE exam fee reduction?
ETS provides the facility for individuals in financial need, unemployed students and national programs that work with underrepresented groups. Eligible students must belong to the USA and plan to appear for the GRE in the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam or U.S. Virgin Islands.
What if I need to retest for the GRE exam?
Test takers planning a retest can apply for another GRE Fee Reduction Voucher by completing and submitting the GRE Fee Reduction Request Form in pdf form that is available on the official website and mail to ETS. If approved, voucher numbers will be emailed within 2 weeks from the approval date.
GRE General Test Syllabus
Verbal reasoning
Reading comprehension |
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Text completion |
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Sentence equivalence |
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Quantitative reasoning
Arithmetic |
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| Operations with exponents; factoring and simplifying algebraic expressions; relations, functions, equations and inequalities; solving linear and quadratic equations and inequalities; solving simultaneous equations and inequalities |
| Setting up equations to solve word problems; and coordinate geometry, including graphs of functions, equations and inequalities, intercepts and slopes of lines |
Algebra |
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| Operations with exponents; factoring and simplifying algebraic expressions; relations, functions, equations and inequalities; solving linear and quadratic equations and inequalities; solving simultaneous equations and inequalities |
| Setting up equations to solve word problems; and coordinate geometry, including graphs of functions, equations and inequalities, intercepts and slopes of lines |
Geometry |
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| Parallel and perpendicular lines, circles, triangles-including isosceles, equilateral and 30°-60°-90° triangles-quadrilaterals, other polygons, congruent and similar figures, three-dimensional figures, area, perimeter, volume |
| The Pythagorean theorem and angle measurement in degrees |
Data analysis |
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| Basic descriptive statistics, such as mean, median, mode, range, standard deviation, interquartile range, quartiles and percentiles |
| Interpretation of data in tables and graphs, such as line graphs, bar graphs, circle graphs, boxplots, scatterplots and frequency distributions; elementary probability, such as probabilities of compound events and independent events |
| Conditional probability; random variables and probability distributions, including normal distributions; and counting methods, such as combinations, permutations and Venn diagrams |
Analytical writing
Essay |
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| Analyze an issue task |
| Analyze an argument task |
GRE Mathematics Syllabus
Mathematics
Calculus |
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| Differential and integral calculus of one and of several variables-including calculus-based applications and connections with coordinate geometry, trigonometry, differential equations, and other branches of mathematics |
Algebra |
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| Elementary algebra: Basic algebraic techniques and manipulations acquired in high school and used throughout mathematics |
| Linear algebra: Matrix algebra, systems of linear equations, vector spaces, linear transformations, characteristic polynomials, and eigenvalues and eigenvectors |
| Abstract algebra and number theory: Elementary topics from group theory, theory of rings and modules, field theory, and number theory |
Additional topics |
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| Introductory real analysis: Sequences and series of numbers and functions, continuity, differentiability and integrability, and elementary topology of R and Rn |
| Discrete mathematics: Logic, set theory, combinatorics, graph theory, and algorithms |
| Other topics: General topology, geometry, complex variables, probability and statistics, and numerical analysis |
GRE Psychology Syllabus
Psychology
Biological |
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| Sensation and perception: (i) Psychophysics, signal detection, (ii) attention, (iii) perceptual organization, (iv) vision, (v) audition, (vi) gustation, (vii) olfaction, (viii) somatosenses, (ix) vestibular and kinesthetic senses |
| Sensation and perception: (x) Theories, applications and issues |
| Physiological/ behavioral neuroscience: (i) Neurons, (ii) sensory structures and processes, (iii) motor structures and functions, (iv) central structures and processes, (iv) motivation, arousal, emotion, (v) cognitive neuroscience |
| Physiological/ behavioral neuroscience: (vi) Neuromodulators and drugs, (vii) hormonal factors, (viii) comparative and ethology, (ix) states of consciousness, (x) theories, applications and issues |
Cognitive |
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| Learning: (i) Classical conditioning, (ii) instrumental conditioning, (iii) observational learning, modeling, (iv) theories, applications and issues |
| Language: (i) Units (phonemes, morphemes, phrases), (ii) syntax, (iii) meaning, (iv) speech perception and processing, (v) reading processes, (vi) verbal and nonverbal communication, (vii) bilingualism, (viii) theories, applications and issues |
| Memory: (i) Working memory, (ii) long-term memory, (iii) types of memory, (iv) memory systems and processes, (v) theories, applications and issues |
| Thinking: (i) Representation (categorization, imagery, schemas, scripts), (ii) problem solving, (iii) judgment and decision-making processes, (iv) planning, metacognition, (v) intelligence, (vi) theories, applications and issues |
Social |
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| Social perception, cognition, attribution, beliefs |
| Attitudes and behaviour |
| Social comparison, self |
| Emotion, affect, and motivation |
| Conformity, influence, and persuasion |
| Interpersonal attraction and close relationships |
| Group and intergroup processes |
| Cultural or gender influences |
| Evolutionary psychology, altruism, and aggression |
| Theories, applications and issues |
Developmental |
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| Nature-nurture |
| Physical and motor |
| Perception and cognition |
| Language |
| Learning, intelligence |
| Social, personality |
| Emotion |
| Socialization, family and cultural |
| Theories, applications and issues |
Clinical |
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| Personality: (i) Theories, (ii) structure, (iii) personality and behaviour, (iv) applications and issues |
| Clinical and abnormal: (i) Stress, conflict, coping, (ii) diagnostic systems, (iii) assessment, (iv) causes and development of disorders, (v) neurophysiological factors, (vi) treatment of disorders, (v) epidemiology, (vii) prevention |
| Clinical and abnormal: (viii) health psychology, (ix) cultural or gender issues, (x) theories, applications and issues |
Measurements, methodology and other |
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| General: (i) History, (ii) industrial-organizational, (iii) educational |
| Measurement and methodology: (i) Psychometrics, test construction, reliability, validity, (ii) research designs, (iii) statistical procedures, (iv) scientific method and the evaluation of evidence, (v) ethics and legal issues |
| Measurement and methodology: (vi) analysis and interpretation of findings |
GRE 2023 Preparation Tips
GRE General Test Preparation Tips
Preparing for GRE exam is not hard. It just requires more practice. The first step would be to check out the subjects followed by an understanding of the exam pattern, marking scheme. The next step would be to collate the books that would help in GRE preparation. The last step would be to practise all that has been learnt.
Best Books and Practice Tests for GRE General Test
| Books | Practice Books |
The Official Guide to the GRE Revised General Test | Princeton Review GRE Premium Prep, 2023: 7 Practice Tests + Review & Techniques + Online Tools |
GRE Prep by Magoosh | GRE Prep 2021 And 2022: GRE Study Book 2021 and 2022 with Practice TestQuestions for the Graduate Record Examination [9th Edition] |
Official GRE Super Power Pack | GRE Prep Plus 2023, Includes 6 Practice Tests, Online Study Guide, Proven Strategies to Pass the Exam |
Barron's GRE - Ira K. Wolf | GRE Prep 2022: 2 Practice Tests + Proven Strategies + Online |
Essential Words for the GRE - Philip Geer | GRE Prep Plus 2022: 6 Practice Tests + Proven Strategies + Online |
Manhattan Prep GRE Set of 8 Strategy Guides, 3rd Edition | Official GRE Quantitative Reasoning Practice Questions |
GRE - Verbal Reasoning | 5 Lb. Book of GRE Practice Problems, Fourth Edition: 1,800+ Practice Problems in Book and Online (Manhattan Prep 5 Lb) |
GRE 2023 Exam Pattern
GRE General Test Exam Pattern
The GRE General 2023 exam primarily comprises 3 sections:
- Verbal Reasoning
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Analytical Writing Assessment
The Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning sections consist of multiple-choice questions with one answer correct and multiple-choice questions with more than one answer correct. The Analytical Writing Assessment section comprises 2 essay tasks. There is no negative marking in the GRE exam. Apart from the three scored GRE sections, another unscored section is provided by ETS for research purposes. This unscored section is either Quantitative or Verbal Reasoning and the candidate will not know which section is the unscored section prior to or after the exam. Verbal and Quantitative sections appear alternatively in the exam.
GRE General 2023 Exam Pattern
Section | Duration | Number of Questions |
Verbal Reasoning | 30 minutes | 20 |
Quantitative Reasoning | 35 minutes | 20 |
Analytical Writing Assessment | 60 minutes (30+30) | 2 essay tasks:
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Unscored Section | Can be either verbal or quantitative | Varies |
GRE Mathematics Exam Pattern
The GRE Subject Test 2023 for Mathematics comprises approximately 66 questions of multiple choice type. These questions are from mathematical topics which are generally covered in undergraduate level mathematics.
Approximately 50% of the Mathematics exam are based on calculus and its various applications. Another 25% are based on linear algebra, number theory, abstract algebra and elementary algebra. There is no specific syllabus for this GRE Subject Test.
GRE Physics Exam Pattern
The GRE Subject Test 2023 for Physics comprises approximately 100 multiple choice questions with 5 choice each. The test focuses on fundamental concepts of Physics which are generally covered in undergraduate education. Along with the test booklet, candidates are provided with requisite physical constants as well as SI conversion factors. The exam content can be broadly classified into the following subcategories:
- Classical Mechanics
- Electromagnetism
- Optics and Wave Phenomena
- Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
- Quantum Mechanics
- Atomic Physics
- Special Relativity
- Laboratory Methods
- Specialized Topics
GRE Psychology Exam Pattern
The GRE Subject Test 2023 for Psychology comprises approximately 205 questions of multiple choice type which have 5 choices each. The Psychology test's terminology and classifications adhere to those listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th edition). The exam content can be broadly classified into six subcategories:
- Biological
- Cognitive
- Social
- Developmental
- Clinical
- Measurement/Methodology
The final score for the GRE Subject Test in Psychology features a total score as well as individual subscores for each of the six subcategories.
GRE 2023 Mock Test
GRE General Test Mock Test
In order to ensure comprehensive preparation for the GRE General 2023 test, candidates must practice mock tests and sample papers.
Various GRE General practice tests are available for free in the Careers360 Sample paper store which candidates can use to hone their testing skills for GRE 2023.
Candidates should solve these papers in a timed environment in order to gain a semblance of the test day conditions.
GRE 2023 Exam Centers
GRE Mathematics Exam Centers
| State | City |
|---|---|
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad |
| Karnataka | Bangalore |
| Tamil Nadu | Coimbatore |
| West Bengal | Kolkata |
| Maharashtra | Mumbai |
| Delhi | New Delhi |
| Rajasthan | Pilani |
GRE Physics Exam Centers
| State | City |
|---|---|
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad |
| Karnataka | Bangalore |
| Tamil Nadu | Coimbatore |
| Delhi | New Delhi |
| West Bengal | Kolkata |
| Maharashtra | Mumbai |
| Rajasthan | Pilani |
GRE Psychology Exam Centers
| State | City |
|---|---|
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad |
| Rajasthan | Pilani |
| Maharashtra | Mumbai |
| Tamil Nadu | Coimbatore |
| Delhi | New Delhi |
| West Bengal | Kolkata |
| Karnataka | Bangalore |
Documents Required at Exam
- Valid government issued passport
One of the big questions is "When will I get my scores for the GRE exam?" The official GRE exam scores will be available 10 to 15 days after the GRE exam date. Scores will be available in the ETS account of the candidate. ETS will also send an official Institution Score Report to the recipients of the GRE scores 2023. An email will also be sent to applicants notifying the declaration of the ETS GRE result.
Candidates can know the scores of GRE 2023 for the Quantitative and Verbal Reasoning sections immediately after completion of the exam. The GRE Analytical Writing Assessment score is available 10-15 days after the test day.
How to download the GRE Score report
- Sign in to the ETS account by clicking at ereg.ets.org/ereg/public/jump?_p=GRI
- Enter the User Name and Password as asked
- Download the GRE score by clicking on the relevant tab
Note: Candidates can also opt for a paper copy of their GRE scores. They should print the same from their ETS account. ETS will not send the GRE score report by mail in such a case.
What’s in the GRE official score report?
Candidates who have appeared for the GRE exam must note that the official GRE Test-taker Score Report is available in the ETS account only and is intended for personal records. It contains the following details:
- Candidate's contact information like name, phone number and email
- Date of birth
- Gender of candidate
- The intended graduate major as indicated by the candidate in the GRE application
- GRE exam dates
- GRE test score with associated percentile ranks obtained by the candidate
- Authorized score recipients or fellowship sponsors and the scores reported
- GRE total marks
- A cumulative record of scores reported within the last 5 years
Candidates can check out a sample of the GRE Score Report here.
GRE Details sent to Institutions
All candidates generally indicate the list of institutes they wish to send their GRE score report. The details that ETS GRE sends include the following details
- Candidate's contact details including name, address, phone number, email, gender and date of birth
- The intended graduate major field as indicated by students
- GRE test dates and scores are chosen by candidates to report with the help of the ScoreSelect® option with the associated percentile ranks
The GRE Test Score Report does not include the following
- Information regarding any other score recipients chosen
- Scores that were not chosen to be reported
- Any indication about other GRE tests taken by a candidate
To check an official sample Institution Score Report (PDF), click here
What is ETS® Data Manager? The facility that allows the availability of Photos and essay responses from each GRE General Test administration selected by a candidate from their 5-year reportable history is part of the ETS® Data Manager.
How to send GRE score report?
ETS allows you to submit your results to up to four universities or scholarship programs. If you take the computer-based GRE, you will be asked to choose a scorer at the test centre. On the test day, after you have completed the GRE test and viewed your unofficial Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning scores, you will be asked to select the score recipients with whom you want to share your GRE test results. If the college of your choice is not on the list, ask the test centre administrator for a list of schools that are not on the list. After the test, you can request an additional score report for $27 per college.
How long will GRE scores be reportable?
Following the GRE exam date, the GRE scores will be reportable for 5 years from the test date. Candidates can check the duration by using the tool available on the GRE official website. The link to check this tool is ets.org/gre/test-takers/general-test/scores/get-scores.html. The GRE score validity is for five years.
GRE 2023 - Comparison Tool for Law Schools
- Click on GRE official comparison tool for law schools
- Candidates need to enter their GRE - Verbal Reasoning score and Quantitative Reasoning score
- They need to click the "Predicted LSAT scores" button to get the predictions and comparisons
- They can also download the results on an Excel sheet and use the same to plan their applications and admissions
What is a good GRE Score?
It is important to know and understand what ideal GRE scores are. For this candidates will have to know their GRE total marks. The official GRE score analysis is summarised below for the benefit of students applying and appearing for GRE 2023.
Evaluation of GRE Exam - Analytical Writing Scores
| Score Range | Evaluation and Summary |
Scores 6 and 5.5 | insightful, in-depth analysis; develops and supports with examples; well-focused and organized; skillful and effective in sentence variety and precise vocabulary; superior facility with sentence structure and usage |
Scores 5 and 4.5 | Thoughtful analysis of complex ideas; uses good examples and reasons; focused and organized; uses sentence variety and vocabulary to convey meaning clearly; good control of sentence structure and usage |
Scores 4 and 3.5 | Competent analysis; develops and supports in a relevant manner; adequately organized; conveys meaning with acceptable clarity; satisfactory control of sentence structure and usage; may have some errors that affect clarity. |
Scores 3 and 2.5 | Some competence in analytical writing, flawed writing in at least one of the following ways: limited analysis; weak organization; weak control of sentence structure or usage, errors that often result in vagueness or a lack of clarity. |
Scores 2 and 1.5 | Serious weaknesses in analytical writing. Flawed in analysis or development; no clarity in direction and organization; Flawed sentence structure or usage |
Scores 1 and 0.5 | Fundamental deficiencies and flawed analytical writing. Confusing or mostly irrelevant content with little or no development having severe and pervasive errors |
Score 0 | Cannot be evaluated as responses do not address the assigned tasks; are in a foreign language or display only indecipherable text. |
Score NS | No text available to evaluate |
GRE Subject Test 2023 Score:
Each of the GRE Subject Tests 2023 is scored on a 200 to 990-point scale with increments of 10 points and the candidate’s raw score is determined by the number of questions he or she answers correctly. The GRE Subject Test for Psychology also features a score on a 20-99 point scale with increments of 1 point.
Performance Information for GRE General Test
| Program Format | Nos. | VR Mean | QR Mean | AW Mean | |
| On Campus | 156582 | 151 | 155.6 | 3.6 | |
| Online | 4737 | 149 | 146.8 | 3.5 | |
| Combination | 23694 | 148.7 | 149.1 | 3.5 | |
| Undecided | 13900 | 151.6 | 153.9 | 3.6 | |
| No Response | 142661 | 152 | 160.6 | 3.3 | |
List of colleges accepting GRE Scores
USA colleges accepting GRE
| City | University |
| California | Stanford University |
| Massachusetts | Yale University |
| Cambridge | Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) |
| New York | Columbia University |
| New York | New York University |
UK colleges accepting GRE exam scores
| City | University |
| Cambridgeshire | University of Cambridge |
| London | London School of Economics and Political Science |
| London | Imperial College London |
| London | University College London |
| Oxfordshire | University of Oxford |
Canada colleges accepting GRE Scores
| City | University |
| Alberta | University of Calgary |
| Quebec | University of Montreal |
| Toronto | University of Toronto |
| Vancouver | University of British Columbia |
| Vancouver | Vancouver Island University |
Australia colleges accepting GRE 2023 scores
| City | University |
| Brisbane | The University of Queensland |
| Canberra | The Australian National University |
| Melbourne | University of Melbourne |
| Melbourne | Monash University |
| Sydney | University of Sydney |
Check the complete list of colleges accepting GRE before applying.
GRE is also accepted for admissions purposes by many law schools in the US. The complete list of the colleges that allow law admissions on the basis of the scores of the GRE exam, can be checked below
US Law Schools Accepting GRE
| Albany Law School | St. John's University School of Law |
| American University Washington College of Law | Stanford Law School |
| Belmont University College of Law | Suffolk University Law School |
| Boston College Law School | Syracuse University College of Law |
| Boston University School of Law | Temple University Beasley School of Law |
| Brigham Young University J. Reuben Clark Law School | Texas A&M University School of Law |
| Brooklyn Law School | Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center |
| California Western School of Law | University of Akron School of Law |
| Case Western Reserve University School of Law | University of Alabama School of Law |
| Charleston School of Law | University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law |
| Chicago-Kent College of Law | University of Baltimore Law School |
| Cleveland-Marshall College of Law | University at Buffalo School of Law |
| Columbia Law School | University of California, Berkeley, School of Law |
| Cornell Law School | University of California, Davis, School of Law |
| DePaul University College of Law | University of California, Irvine School of Law |
| Drake University Law School | University of California, Los Angeles School of Law |
| Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law | University of California Law, San Francisco (formerly known as University of California, Hastings College of the Law) |
| Duke University School of Law | University of Chicago Law School |
| Duquesne University School of Law | University of Dayton School of Law |
| Faulkner Law School | University of Florida Levin College of Law |
| Florida International University College of Law | University of Georgia School of Law |
| Florida State University College of Law | University of Hawai'i at Manoa William S. Richardson School of Law |
| Fordham University School of Law | University of Houston Law Center |
| George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School | University of Illinois Chicago School of Law |
| George Washington University Law School | University of Kansas School of Law |
| Georgetown University Law Center | University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law |
| Golden Gate University School of Law | University of Massachusetts School of Law – Dartmouth |
| Harvard Law School | University of Miami School of Law |
| Hofstra University – Maurice A. Deane School of Law | University of Montana Alexander Blewett III School of Law |
| Indiana University Maurer School of Law | University of New Hampshire School of Law |
| Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law | University of Notre Dame Law School |
| Kern County College of Law | University of Oklahoma College of Law |
| Lincoln Memorial University Duncan School of Law | University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law |
| LMU Loyola Law School, Los Angeles | University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School |
| Loyola University New Orleans College of Law | University of Richmond School of Law |
| Massachusetts School of Law at Andover | University of San Diego School of Law |
| Mercer University School of Law | University of Southern California, Gould School of Law |
| Monterey College of Law | University of South Carolina School of Law |
| New England Law | Boston | University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law |
| New York University School of Law | University of Texas at Austin School of Law |
| Northern Illinois University College of Law | University of Toledo College of Law |
| Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law | University of Virginia School of Law |
| Pace University Elisabeth Haub School of Law | Wake Forest University School of Law |
| Pennsylvania State University Dickinson Law | Washburn University School of Law |
| Pennsylvania State University — Penn State Law | Washington and Lee University School of Law |
| Pepperdine University Rick J. Caruso School of Law | Washington University School of Law |
| San Joaquin College of Law | West Virginia University College of Law |
| San Luis Obispo College of Law | Western State College of Law |
| Santa Clara University School of Law | Widener University Commonwealth Law School |
| Seattle University School of Law | Widener University Delaware Law School |
| Seton Hall University School of Law | Willamette University College of Law |
| South Texas College of Law Houston | Wilmington University School of Law |
| Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law | Yale Law School |
| Southwestern Law School | Yeshiva University Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law |
General Information
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question:Does the University of Alabama at Birmingham require a GRE?
Answer:
The University of Alabama requires applicants to meet the academic requirements of the programme they wish to study. The GMAT or GRE scores are required if requested by the department of the chosen degree programme.
Question:What is the GRE exam fee in India?
Answer:
The GRE exam fee in India for the general test is approximately INR 18, 863, and for the GRE subject test is INR 12,417.
Question:What is the full form of GRE?
Answer:
The full form of GRE is Graduate Record Examination.
Question:When should I apply for the GRE test?
Answer:
When is the optimum time to register for the GRE exam is one of the most often asked queries by applicants. Candidates should be aware of two things: first, their schedule for preparing for the GRE exam, and second, the deadline for applying to universities. In order to have enough time to complete their application forms, candidates should wait to sign up for the exam until they are well prepared. The two months prior to the original application deadline are the optimal time to register for the GRE exam.
Question:How do I apply for the GRE test?
Answer:
To register, applicants must go to the aforementioned GRE official website and make a test-taker profile. After creating a profile, the candidate simply needs to choose their preferred exam day and location before registering. Candidates may also sign up for the GRE at Home exam, which permits them to take the test from home, assuming their computer passes the prerequisites.
Question:How many attempts for the GRE exam?
Answer:
One may take the GRE five times throughout the course of a rolling 12-month period. There should be a minimum of 21 days between attempts. The following exam date will be after the current year has ended if a person takes the GRE five times a year.
Question:Who is eligible for the GRE exam?
Answer:
There are no specific conditions for GRE eligibility, according to ETS. Anyone can sign up to take the GRE exam, regardless of age or educational background. However, those who are submitting applications for master's programs must take the GRE.
Question:What is the GRE used for?
Answer:
Your GRE results are used in addition to your undergraduate transcripts, letters of recommendation, and other requirements for graduate-level studies during the admissions or fellowship selection process. They provide educational institutions with a common benchmark for comparison.
Questions related to GRE
I am not great in Maths or in logic I know its crazy but I dont like the burden of remembering either will there be enough time for me to make my math and logic strong + doing proggramming as I have started it recently early than college a bit , also i wanted to start preparing for GRE Exam will
Hello candidate,
It doesnt matter if you are not good in maths now, if you are starting early and you code daily, then no one is stopping you . You will surely do great. Practicing coding daily we build you as a great programmer and will develop your logic quick.
All the best to you!
Answer laterI am currently planning to appear in GRE in 2023 i need to know which country and course is best for a student of applied petroleum engineering with specialization in Upstream to study in an abroad university for masters degree.
Hi there,
Listed below are the universities for petroleum engineering abroad
T exas A and M university:
Course fee: USD 34,000
Texas tech university
Course fee: USD 27,000
Missouri University of Science and Technology
USD: 44,000
University of Alberta
CAD: 12,000
Memorial University of Newfoundland
CAD:7000
USA is better than Canada for petroleum engineering. Courses that you can opt for are listed below;
MSc in Petroleum Engineering,
MSc in petroleum engineering (thesis)
Master of applied science in oil and gas engineering
ME in oil and gas engineering
If you are planning to pursue a course in petroleum engineering further US is a better option than Canada. You could even however try for the UK.
Listed below are the top colleges and courses that you can apply for.
MSc in Petroleum Engineering at Technical University of Denmark
Msc in Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at University of Bradford
Msc in Oil and Gas Process Engineering at Klaipeda University
I hope this information helps!
Thank you!
I am a fresher engineering graduate applied for BITSOM addmission on the basis of my CAT score and declared waitlisted after PI. I have a good GRE score also which I did not mentioned anywhere in my previous addmission application. Can I apply again on the basis of my GRE score.
Hi,
Since you mentioned that you are waitlisted, it is better to wait for the final results or further updates. Along with that you can apply to other universities for the same. Applying for the same thing again can get your application rejected due to double application. Also, GRE score is just for admission in Universities or colleges outside India. It is advisable to wait for the next update and stick to the qualifications that are required. Adding excess and irrelevant details in any application is not always beneficial.
I hope this helped you.
All the Best!
hi Im an nit delhi student of 1st year I need to know about GRE Exam how to prepare and when I need to attend exam of GRE can I attend in final year can I atten ind 2 nd or 3rd year can any one please explain about it
Hello,
The GRE General Test is one of the world’s largest assessment programs for graduate admissions and the exam is conducted by Educational Testing Service (ETS).
There are two types of GRE tests, GRE General Test and GRE Subject Test.
Students seeking admission to MS courses in different fields in the US and various other countries appear for GRE General Test.
Through this test, a candidate is evaluated on his analytical writing, quantitative ability, and verbal reasoning skills.
The GRE Subject Test evaluates the candidates’ ability on a particular subject like mathematics , English literature , Physics etc.
Generally, this test is required for getting admission to specialized courses.
There is no eligibility criteria for this The graduate record examination (GRE) is a standardized exam used to measure one's aptitude for abstract thinking in the areas of analytical writing, mathematics, and vocabulary.
The GRE is commonly used by many graduate schools in the U.S. and Canada to determine an applicant's eligibility for the program
I suggest you devote between 4 and 12 weeks to GRE preparation to score good.
Take mock tests , practice model papers , etc.
Vocab is still an important part of the GRE Verbal sections. You can absorb many of the words that will show up on the GRE by reading respected publications such as academic journals etc.
Best regards!!
I am doing my B.E in Computer Science and Engineering currently (final year). I am interested to do Masters Abroad US/canada. My graduation is delayed due to COVID-19 pandaemic. Itll get over till Aug/Sept. I am preparing for GRE/TOEFL as well. My Overall CGPA comes to 7 out of 10.Need Suggestions.
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