GRE
What is a Graduate Record Exam (GRE)?
The Graduate Record Examination is a standarized test that measures Verbal, Mathematical and Analytical Writing skills. The test aims to primarily aid Graduate Schools (of all fields other than business) to assess the potential of the applicants for advanced study. Most of the universities in the US, while inviting applications from prospective students, ask for GRE® scores.
GRE is a completely Computer-based Test, and none of the two students get an identical set of questions. The test is scored on a maximum of 340. The GRE® Score alone cannot guarantee admission into a school – the test is only a major factor which is considered in the long process of an applicant getting admitted into a graduate school he/she wishes.
What is test structure for GRE?
The GRE test has three parts – Quantitative, Verbal and Analytical Writing Assessment. The GRE test structure is given in the table below:
VERBAL SECTION |
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| Scores Range | 130 – 170 |
| Types of Questions | • Text completion Questions • Sentence Equivalence Questions • Reading Comprehension Questions. • NO Antonyms • NO Analogies |
| Score Increments | 1. Point increments |
| Sections | 2. Sections |
| Question per section | Approximately 20 |
| Time Allocated | 30 Minute Per section, total will be 60 Minutes |
| QUANTITATIVE SECTION | |
| Scores Range | 130 – 170 |
| Types of Questions | • Multiple Choice questions – Select One answer Choice – Select One or more answer choices• Numeric Entry questions • Quantitative comparison Questions |
| Score Increments | 1. Point increments |
| Sections | 2. Sections |
| Question per section | Approximately 20 |
| Time Allocated | 35 Minute Per section, total will be 70 Minutes |
| ANALYTICAL WRITING ASSESSMENT SECTION | |
| Scores Range | 0 – 6 |
| Types of Questions | 2 Questions |
| Score Increments | 0.5 |
| Sections | One Section |
| Question | • 2 Questions or Tasks – One Analyze and issue task – One Analyze an Argument Task |
| Time Allocated | • 30 Minutes per task • Total 60 minutes for two tasks or questions |
** An unidentified unscored section may be included and may appear in any order after the Analytical Writing section. And It is not counted as part of your score.
*** An identified research section which is not scored may be included, and it is always at the end of the test.
The US-based “Educational Testing Service” (ETS), that works under the direction of the Graduate Record Examination Board, develops and administers the GRE®. ETS is responsible for setting questions, conducting the test and sending score reports to each of the examinee.
FAQS
What is the cost/registration fee for GRE?
The registration charges for taking the GRE Exam is US$ 185
How many times in a year is GRE exam held?
GRE is offered on all working days on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
How many times can I take GRE?
GRE can be taken by applicants for unlimited number of times with a gap of at least 1 month between 2 tests. However, one can give the test only 5 times in a calendar year.
What is the validity of the GRE exam?
Your GRE score will be valid for 5 years from the date of the test taken.
What is the scoring pattern?
Scoring is between 260 (Minimum) and 340 (Maximum) with 1-point increment. Three scores are reported on the General Test on the basis of:
- – Verbal Reasoning scorewhich is reported on a 130-170 score scale, in 1-point increments.
- – Quantitative Reasoning score which is reported on a 130-170 score scale, in 1-point increments.
- – Analytical Writing score which is reported on a 0-6 score scale, in half-point increment.
How soon do I get my score?
You will see your score for the math’s and verbal section the moment you finish the exam but official scores (with scores for AWA) will take about 7-10 days to reach you.
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