GRE

GRE Registration

There are a few things to keep in mind while registering for the GRE exam:

• The information that candidates provide at the time of registration must match with the passport. The testing authorities can prohibit candidates from entering the center in case of discrepancies.
• Candidates are expected to check the test format in their suitable location before registering the slot.
• It is advised that candidates read the policies of the exam before registration.
• There are multiple ways in which candidates can register for GRE exam:
  1. Online registration
  2. Phone registration
  3. Fax registration
  4. Mail registration

GRE Online Registration Process

Given below are the steps to be followed to complete the online registration process of GRE exam:

Phone Registration

• Candidates can call the Regional Registration Center (RRC) for registering for the exam.
• 91-124-4147700 is the phone number for registration.
• The phone call must be made at least two business days before the preferred test date.
• Candidates shall receive confirmation number, test center address and reporting time while making the call for registration.
• Candidates can then pay the exam fee online through JCB, American Express, Master Card, Discover, or Visa card, or Debit Card.

GRE Document Checklist

When registering for a GRE General Test, the test takers will be required to provide identification (ID) information. The test takers must enter the first and last name exactly as it appears on the primary ID document (excluding accents) that they plan to present on the day of the test.

When reporting for a test appointment at home or at a test facility, all test takers must provide valid and appropriate identification. The identification documents should be current and available on the day of the test.

ID requirements of candidates depend on their mode of examination and citizenship. A “Passport“[ with name, photograph and signature] is a primary ID document accepted for a test admission.

ID documents must meet all of the following requirements, with a few exceptions. Each ID must :

• be an original document as photocopied documents are not acceptable.
• be a physical ID; electronic ID issued to a mobile phone, or any other electronic device is not acceptable
• be a government-issued national/state/province identity card that is recognized by the country in which you are a citizen or permanent resident
• be valid; expired documents (bearing expiration dates that have passed) are not acceptable
• have the first and last name exactly (excluding accents) as it was when registering for the test
• include a recent, recognizable photograph
• include test takers signature (the name and signature on the ID document must match).
• For more country specific ID requirements visit: ETS Identification Document Information

GRE Mode of Examination

Candidates can give the GRE exam at the test center or at home. Live proctors and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology ensures smooth functioning of the test at home.

The table given below shall reveal the different sections in each type of exam:

GRE Sections	Computer Based	Paper Based
Analytical witing	1 section – two tasks 60 minutes	2 sections – two tasks 60 minutes
Verbal reasoning	2 sections – 40 questions 60 minutes	2 sections – 50 questions 60 minutes
Quantitative reasoning	2 sections – 40 questions 70 minutes	2 sections – 50 questions 80 minutes

GRE Exam Syllabus

The GRE exam pattern has three sections; Analytical Writing, Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning, and Quantitative Reasoning.

The figure given below shall describe what each section requires candidates to know:

GRE Scores

• Candidates who have taken the GRE exams can access scores by logging into the GRE account 10-15 days after the test date.
• Once the results are declared, candidates shall receive an email from ETS about the availability of the scores.
• The total GRE scores are 340 and the minimum score is 260. The table given below shows the score range according to the official website.

Section	GRE Score range	Mean
Verbal Reasoning	130-170	150
Analytical Writing	0-6	3.6
Quantitative Reasoning	130-170	152
TOTAL	260-340

• The GRE subject test scores are calculated on a scale of 200 to 990 with an increment scale variation of 10 points.
• The composite score mentioned is the sum of the verbal and quant sections. The analytical writing section scores are presented separately.
• GRE scores are valid for a period of five years from the date of the exam.

10 Tips to Cracking GRE

• Graduate Record Examination or GRE is a standardised test administered by Educational Testing Service (ETS).
• It is one of the world’s largest assessment programme for graduate admissions.
• The exam consist of three sections; quantitative reasoning, verbal reasoning, and analytical writing.
• The average GRE score for verbal reasoning section is 151 and for quantitative reasoning is 154.
• Candidates can take the exam maximum 5 times in a year and the scores received are valid for a period of 5 years.

Why is GRE Important?

• GRE is accepted by most universities abroad for admissions to graduate universities.
• Business schools, fellowship sponsors, institutions and law schools around the globe accept GRE scores.
• Candidates who wish to take the GRE exam have to pay GRE registration fee to ETS which is US $213 for Indian candidates. It is essential to nail the exam as this is a hefty amount.
• Candidates can score a maximum of 340. GRE fee enables the candidates to send the scores directly to four colleges and scholarship programmes.
• A good score can help candidates apply for a scholarship or any other financial aid.

1. Tackling Multiple Blanks

• There is no need for candidates to answer multiple-blank text completions in order. It can be started with the easiest blank also.
• All Questions Are Worth the Same Point Amount! in terms of test strategy, it’s not worth it to spend tons of time agonizing over a three-blank question when you still have simpler questions left.
• Use process of elimination
• Read through the passage once you've chosen the answer

2. Eliminating Answer Choices

• Sentence equivalence questions allows candidates to choose two words for one blank from a list of six.
• Candidates must try to choose words that make sense in the sentence and eliminate the words that do not make sense.

3. Mapping the Reading Comprehension

• Candidates must prepare the questions from comprehension by making notes. This shall help to make a passage map that will engage in active reading.
• GRE is open book, so if candidates research in detail a passage, it can help to answer many test questions

4. Study Smart

• Candidates are advised to develop a systematic approach to realise areas where they need to work hard and need improvement.
• Candidates must determine their strengths and create a solid study plan.

5. Hail the Official Guide to GRE

• ETS, the conducting body of GRE has issued a guide to help students avail effective and authoritative material for test preparation.
• Although this guide is not exhaustive, but it is helpful in preparing for the exam.

6. Compare in Quantitative Section

• This section introduces candidates to quantities. The two quantities cannot be the same.
• Candidates must keep in mind that the examiners will not ask for values but their relationships.

7. Problem Solving Questions

• The numbers that candidates pick must be mathematically permissible.
• In problem solving questions, candidates have to choose one correct answer out of five choices.
• Some questions shall give information in abstract form. Then candidates can use variables instead of numbers.

8. Take the Mock Test

• To take the GRE exam effectively, candidates are advised to take a few mock tests before giving the final exam.
• A mock test can help increase candidate’s attention, concentration, and focus.

9. Time Management

• Time management is a crucial aspect of any competitive exam. Candidates are advised to not spend more than two minutes on each problem.
• Candidates can use calculators judiciously and slow down a bit on word problems.
• While answering problem solving questions, back solving strategy can help save time.

10. Keep an Error Log

• Candidates must keep a record of their mistakes as this will help to correct answers later.
• Candidates must pay attention to the type of question and the approach that shall work with each type.

Most people get better scores on repeating the GRE exam. Candidates can choose to retake the test after 21 days of appearing for the first time. While these tips will surely help candidates crack GRE, they have another chance.