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What is GRE exam?
The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is a computer-based, multiple-choice, standardised test that serves as a crucial admission requirement for graduate and business schools worldwide. It is conducted by ETS, and is a popular choice among candidates who wish to pursue MS studies or MBA studies abroad. The ETS GRE exam is held several times throughout the year, and candidates can either take it at a designated GRE test centre or from the comfort of their homes through the ‘GRE at Home’ option, provided they meet the required system specifications and have a suitable test environment.
The GRE exam, also known as the Graduate Record Examination, now allows eligible candidates to use their Aadhar Cards as part of their student ID during the GRE registration process, effective July 1, 2021. This article discusses available test centre dates for taking the GRE exam, as well as important topics related to the GRE exam, such as the GRE syllabus, GRE exam fees, GRE exam eligibility, and GRE score validity, among others.
GRE Exam Syllabus
PTE Section | PTE Exam Syllabus | Total Questions/Duration |
|---|---|---|
PTE Speaking & Writing | Personal Introduction • Read Aloud • Repeat Sentence • Describe Image • Re-Tell Lecture • Answer Short Questions • Summarize Written Text • Essay | No. of Questions: 28 – 36 Duration: 54 – 67 minutes |
PTE Reading Section | Multiple Choice, Choose Single Answer • Multiple Choice, Choose Multiple Answers • Re-Order Paragraphs • Reading: Fill in the Blanks • Reading and Writing: Fill in the Blanks | No. of Questions: 13 – 18 Duration: 29 – 30 minutes |
PTE Listening Section | Summarize Spoken Text • Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer • Fill in the Blanks • Highlight Correct Summary • Multiple Choice, Single Answer • Select Missing Word • Highlight Incorrect Words • Write From Dictation | No. of Questions: 12 – 20 Duration: 30 – 43 minutes |
Eligibility & Scores
GRE Cut-off Score:
| GRE Sections | Minimum GRE Scores | Maximum GRE Scores |
|---|---|---|
| Analytical Writing* | 0 | 6 |
| Verbal Reasoning | 130 | 170 |
| Quantitative Reasoning | 130 | 170 |
| GRE total marks | 260 | 340 |
How to Register for PTE Examination?
The following steps need to be followed by candidates to book a GRE exam slot:
- Go to the official GRE website.
- Create a profile as a GRE test-taker.
- Fill out and submit your GRE application form.
- Choose your preferred GRE test date for the year 2023 and select a GRE test center.
- Pay the GRE registration fee of US $228.
- Review and confirm the details of your GRE application.
- Save a copy or take a printout of your submitted GRE application for future reference.
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