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What Is GRE?

What Is GRE?

The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) General Test is a computer-based or paper-based assessment of verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and analytical writing used for graduate, business, and law school admissions globally. Scores are valid for five years.

The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) General Test is a computer-based or paper-based assessment of verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and analytical writing used for graduate, business, and law school admissions globally. Scores are valid for five years.

Analytical Writing

Critical thinking and writing skills assessment

Verbal Reasoning

Reading comprehension and vocabulary skills

Quantitative Reasoning

Mathematical problem-solving abilities

Validity Period

Scores valid for 5 years

Global Acceptance

Global Acceptance

GRE Recognition Worldwide

GRE Recognition Worldwide

Accepted by thousands of graduate, business, and law programs across the USA, Canada, Europe, and beyond—GRE enables flexibility, especially for applicants targeting varied fields and schools.

Accepted by thousands of graduate, business, and law programs across the USA, Canada, Europe, and beyond—GRE enables flexibility, especially for applicants targeting varied fields and schools.

1,300+

1,300+

Business Schools

160+

160+

Countries

1,000+

1,000+

Universities

100%

100%

Top MBA Programs

Eligibility

Eligibility

Who Can Take the GRE?

Who Can Take the GRE?

No formal prerequisites—available to bachelor's degree holders or soon-to-graduate students. English fluency is assumed. GRE General Test is offered multiple times annually at test centers and online.

No formal prerequisites—available to bachelor's degree holders or soon-to-graduate students. English fluency is assumed. GRE General Test is offered multiple times annually at test centers and online.

Educational Background

Bachelor's degree holder or soon-to-graduate student

Language Proficiency

English fluency is assumed for all

test sections

Age Requirement

No minimum age requirement


Test Frequency

Can be taken once every 21 days, up to 5 times per year

SCORE & format

SCORE & format

GRE Format & Scoring

GRE Format & Scoring

The GRE General Test lasts ~3h 45m and includes Analytical Writing (2 tasks, up to 30 min each), Verbal & Quantitative reasoning sections (each 130–170 score range). It uses a section-adaptive format with an unscored experimental section.

Analytical Writing

60 mins

0-6 (half-point increments)

Verbal Reasoning

60 mins

130-170 (1-point increments)

Quantitative Reasoning

70 mins

130-170 (1-point increments)

TEST Costing

TEST Costing

Fees & Test Timelines

Fees & Test Timelines

GRE General Test costs US$220 globally (except China at US$231.30) and in India ~₹22,000–₹22,550. Optional fees include rescheduling, test-center change, and additional score reports. The GRE is offered year-round online and at centers.

Test Fees

Global (Most Countries)

Standard international pricing

$220

China

Slightly higher due to local regulations

$231.30

India

Converted to local currency

₹22,550

Test Timelines

Test Timelines

Computer-Based (Test Centers)

Frequency: Available year-round

Booking: Register 1-2 months in advance

At-Home Testing

Frequency: Available 24/7

Booking: Register up to 24 hours in advance

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