EXAM
About
GRE
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is a standardized test that is an essential requirement for admission to many graduate schools and business programs worldwide. Administered by Educational Testing Service (ETS), the GRE measures a candidate’s abilities in Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. The GRE General Test is designed to assess critical thinking, analytical writing, and problem-solving skills, whereas the GRE Subject Tests focus on specific subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Literature, Mathematics, Physics, and Psychology. The GRE is accepted by thousands of graduate and business schools globally, making it a crucial step for students seeking advanced education.
Exam Syllabus
Analytical Writing | Verbal Reasoning | Quantitative Reasoning
Exam Eligibility
No specific eligibility criteria. Typically required for graduate admissions.
Exam Section
Computer-based or Paper-based. Total time: 3 hours and 45 minutes.
Exam Format
Verbal Reasoning
2 sections, 30 mins each, 20 questions each. Includes reading comprehension, text completion, and sentence equivalence.
Quantitative Reasoning
2 sections, 35 mins each, 20 questions each. Includes quantitative comparison, multiple-choice, and numeric entry questions.
Analytical Writing
2 tasks (issue, argument), 30 mins each. Analyze an issue task: present and support an argument. Analyze an argument task: evaluate a given argument's logic.
Exam
Other Details
Exam Band Description
Scores range from 130 to 170 for Verbal and Quantitative sections, and 0 to 6 for Analytical Writing.
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