GRADUATE RECORD EXAMINATION

 G.R.E



GRE is an entrance test required for:
• Admissions in graduate schools in US, and in other English-speaking countries.
• Postgraduate admissions world-wide.
The exam aims to measure verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, analytical writing and critical thinking skills. The GRE General Test is a computer-based exam administered by selected qualified testing centers. The test scores for admission into US Graduate programs is valid for five years from the date of test.
The Pattern:
The computer-based GRE General Test consists of six sections.
·         The first section is always the analytical writing section (One issue task for 45 min. & one argument task for 30 min.).
·         The next sections consist of two verbal reasoning sections (for 30 min. each).
·         Two quantitative reasoning sections (for 30 min, each).
·         Lastly either an experimental or research section (30 min).

The above sections may occur in any order. The entire test duration is 3 hours 45 minutes.
One-minute breaks are offered after each section and a 10 minute break after the third section.
In addition to the General Test, there are also eight GRE Subject Tests, testing knowledge in the specific areas of Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology; Biology; Chemistry; Computer Science; Literature in English; Mathematics; Physics; and Psychology. The length of each exam is 170 minutes.

Eligibility Criteria:
There is no eligibility criteria to take this test but students who have completed their bachelor's degree which is recognized and is equivalent to a degree program in US (16 years), can seek admission for post graduate courses in US Universities. Previously, students from India were required to complete graduation (10+2+3) plus one year of post graduation to be eligible for post graduate degree in US. However, at present, many universities in US do not insist on such requirements.
The importance of the test in admission process varies across different Universities, departments of a same University and across different programs or courses. At times GRE scores are just a formality in the admission process and at times an important factor for your admission decision.
There are several local centres that offer aid in registering and preparing for GRE exams.


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