GRE Overview

GRE (Graduate Record Examination) is a standardized test required for admission into many graduate programs worldwide. It evaluates your Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing skills.

• Accepted Countries & Institutions
  Widely accepted in USA, Canada, UK, Australia, and Europe. Required for MS, MBA, and other graduate programs in top universities like MIT, Stanford, Harvard, and more.
• GRE Test Structure
  

  Section	Time	Tasks
  Analytical Writing	30 mins	Analyze an issue essay
  Verbal Reasoning	18–23 mins per section	Reading comprehension, Text completion
  Quantitative Reasoning	21–26 mins per section	Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Data analysis

  Total Duration: Approx. 1 hr 58 mins (new shorter GRE format)

• Exam Fee
  Approx. ₹22,500 INR (may vary by location).
• How to Register
  Visit ETS GRE, create an account, choose test center or home test, select date, and complete payment.
• Test Options
  Available at test centers and as GRE at Home (online proctored exam).
• Scoring Pattern
  

  Section	Score Range
  Verbal Reasoning	130–170
  Quantitative Reasoning	130–170
  Analytical Writing	0–6

  Total Score: 260–340

• Example Requirements
  Top Universities: 310–330+
  Average Universities: 290–310
  MBA Programs: 300–330+
• Preparation Options
  
  • Official ETS GRE Guide & Practice Tests
  • Books: Manhattan Prep, Kaplan, Barron’s
  • Online Platforms: Magoosh, GregMat, Udemy
  • Mock Tests & Coaching Institutes
• Test Availability
  Available year-round with flexible scheduling. Results are available in 8–10 days.
• GRE for Admissions
  Required for many MS and MBA programs globally and often used for scholarship applications.