GRE Exam 2023: Fees, Registration, Syllabus, Results & Scores

Individuals should be aware that, while the GRE pattern is offered in both computer-based and paper-based formats, candidates taking the GRE test in India can only use the computer-based format.

The GRE paper-based module is only appropriate for locations where computers are prohibited. Know about the differences between the GRE formats.

Computer-Based GRE: This GRE General Test is administered on a computer at a GRE-approved testing center. Candidates should be aware that GRE Computer Based Tests are available in any country with Internet access and computer technology. This online version of the GRE test is the most popular way to take the GRE General Test.

Paper-based GRE: This GRE test is taken offline in locations where access to the Internet or computers is limited. The GRE Paper-Based Test is a pen-and-paper version of the GRE. Candidates in India are needed to take the GRE Computer Based Test. In India, there is no GRE paper-based test.

GRE Exam Pattern Differences Between Computer and Paper
 

• The time limit for a paper-based GRE is 3 hours and 30 minutes, whereas the time limit for a computer-based GRE is 3 hours and 45 minutes.
• Reading Comprehension is not included in the GRE Paper-based exam pattern.
• The paper-based GRE has 25 Quant and Verbal questions, whereas the computer-based GRE has 20.
• The GRE General Test is not particular to any field of study, but it does evaluate fundamental skills such as verbal and numeric reasoning, critical thinking, and analytical writing. 
• The GRE Subject Test evaluates your knowledge of a particular subject. The GRE Subject Test covers mathematics, physics, chemistry, and psychology.
• The GRE General Test is for 3 hours and 45 minutes.
• The GRE Subject Test is for 2 hours and 50 minutes.
• For students registering from India, the GRE General Test costs US$213. 
• While the GRE General Test registration fee is US$205 worldwide.
• The GRE Subject registration fee is $150 worldwide.
• The GRE General Test can be taken online at a GRE test center or from the comfort of your own home using the new GRE at Home service. The GRE is offered at various times throughout the day and on most days of the month.
• The GRE Subject Tests are offered 3 times a year at paper-delivered test centers around the world. September, October, and April are the months when you can take the GRE Subject test.

Q. What is the GRE Exam's format?

A. The Analytical Writing component of the GRE consists of two assignments, Verbal Reasoning consists of two sections of 20 questions each, and Quantitative Reasoning consists of two sections of 20 questions each.

What factors go into determining the GRE score?

A. To better comprehend how your GRE score will be determined, you should have a basic understanding of how the scoring pattern works. According to the official website, the GRE Score Report includes various components like number of questions answered, number of difficult questions answered and so on, along with their respective score ranges. 

Q. Is it realistic to expect a student to prepare for the GRE in a month?

A. Candidates should prepare for the GRE before reserving a GRE test date. Therefore, students who have already taken the GRE or who are well prepared for the exam can use the one month to study and take the exam.

Q. Can a student pass the GRE without any preparation?

A. Definitely. Self-study for the GRE examinations can be done using authentic study materials from the official GRE website. Candidates are strongly advised to only use a reputable source for their study materials, such as our preparation guide or the official GRE website.

Q. How much does the GRE test cost in India?

A. To register for the GRE test, Indian nationals will have to pay $213.  Special requests such as late registrations and rescheduling incur an extra fee.

Q. How can I register for the GRE?

A. Applicants must go to the GRE's official website, which is listed above, and create a profile. After that choose a test center and date to complete the registration.

Q. Can I retake the GRE?

A. Candidates can take the GRE General Test once every 21 days, for a total of five times in any 12 months.

Q. How can I register for the computer-based GRE?

A. Because the GRE is conducted all year long worldwide, candidates are recommended to register as early as possible to ensure they book their preferred test location and date. The GRE can be registered for either online or over the phone. There are two additional uncommon ways to register for the GRE: mail and fax. 

Q. Can I apply for an MBA course after taking the GRE?

A. GRE results are accepted by universities and business colleges all over the world that offer MBA programs. 

Q. Should You Take the GRE or the GMAT?

A. The major difference between the GRE and the GMAT is that the GRE is widely accepted by universities that offer master's degrees, whereas the GMAT is largely accepted by colleges worldwide that offer business degrees. A verbal and quantitative element is included in both the exams. GRE tests focus on vocabulary, whereas the GMAT focuses more on grammar otherwise the GMAT and GRE quantitative sections are very comparable.