GRE – FAQ’ss
Who can take GRE®? ?
Anyone who wants to pursue a master’s course in a US university in any stream other than management, law or medicine.
Does one have to be a graduate for taking the GRE®?
Not necessarily. However, to do a master’s course, one has to be a graduate in any stream.
What is the scoring system?
The overall GRE score is calculated based on the scores in the Verbal and Quantitative sections. The overall GRE score range is 260–340.
How often can I take the exam?
GRE® can be taken once every 21 days, 5 times in a calendar year
Which score will the college consider?
A college will consider the most recent GRE score you submit, meaning the highest score you achieved on the GRE that is listed on your application; they will not consider older, lower scores unless specifically stated otherwise by the institution
Where is the exam held?
The GRE exam is held in many cities in India, including Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and more. You can also take the GRE exam from home. For more details log onto www.gre.org.
How can one register?
To register for the GRE, you can create an account on the ETS website, choose a test date and time, and pay the registration fee. You can also register by phone.
Call 1-800-GRE-CALL or 1-800-473-2255
Provide the information requested
Pay the registration fee
What is the cost of the exam?
The charges are $220 payable to ETS-GRE® in US dollars.
What happens if one postpones the exam date?
If you postpone your GRE exam date, you will need to pay a rescheduling fee (typically around $50) and must do so at least four days before your original test date; if you miss this deadline, you forfeit the entire test fee and need to register and pay for a new test date.
How soon do I get my score?
You can expect to receive your GRE General Test scores 8–10 business days after the test date. You can check your scores in your ETS account. ETS will also email you when your scores are available.
What happens if I cancel the exam?
If you cancel your GRE exam at least four days before the scheduled test date, you’ll receive a 50% refund of your test fee. If you cancel after the four-day deadline, you’ll forfeit your entire test fee.
How do I pass on my score to the college?
To pass on your GRE score to a college, log in to your ETS account, go to the “My GRE Home Page,” select “Send Additional Score Reports,” choose the colleges you want to send your scores to, and follow the on-screen instructions; you can usually send up to four score reports to institutions for free during registration, and any additional reports will require a fee.
How important is the GRE® score in helping secure scholarships for graduate studies?
A strong GRE score is considered very important for securing scholarships for graduate studies, as it significantly increases your chances of receiving financial aid by demonstrating your academic preparedness for a rigorous graduate program, especially when applying to top universities and competitive scholarship programs; a high score can make you stand out among other applicants and improve your overall application profile.
What is percentile?
A GRE percentile indicates the percentage of test-takers who scored lower than you. For example, a score in the 94th percentile means you scored higher than 94% of test-takers
What is the GRE® subject test?
The GRE Subject Tests are achievement tests that measure your knowledge and skill level in a particular field of study. They’re intended for students who have an undergraduate major or extensive background in one of the following disciplines:
Mathematics
Physics
Psychology
GRE Subject Test scores are used by admissions or fellowship panels to supplement your undergraduate records, recommendation letters and other qualifications for graduate-level study.
