GRE 2023

Are you planning to go abroad for your masters in 2023? Then you must be wondering how to start preparing for your GRE entrance test. This article will tell you all the key information you ought to know before you make the decision to attempt the examination.

Graduate Record Examination or GRE 2023 is a challenging, internationally valid, entrance test. It is a registered trademark of ETS (Educational Testing Service) which is headquartered at Princeton, N Jersey, United States. This exam is attempted every year by aspirants who wish to pursue a specialized Masters course or Doctoral degree at well-known B-Schools in North America (USA and Canada), UK, Europe, Singapore, AUS and NZ region. This entrance exam mainly assesses applicants’ analytical writing skills, verbal ability, and quantitative reasoning skills.

Over the course of this article, we will acquaint you with the GRE 2023 exam. So keep reading!

The GRE Test Pattern

The GRE comprises two types of tests — the GRE subject test (subjects include Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Psychology, and English Literature) and the GRE general test (Analytical Writing Assessment, Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning).

The GRE general test is both computer-based and paper-based and both versions are different. Also, paper-based tests are not available for everyone; it is offered in places where the computer-based test is not available. The GRE subject test is available only in the paper-based format. The test is available at over 1000 test centres across 160 countries around the globe.

• GRE 2023 General Test

The GRE General Test is 3 hours 45 minutes long. You can check the table below for your reference: 

GRE General Test
Section	Question Types	Number of questions	Time Given to Complete Section	Score Possible
Quantitative Reasoning	Quantitative Comparison Problem Solving Data Interpretation	20 x 2 sections = 40	35 mins x 2 = 1 hr 10 mins	130 – 170 with intervals of 1 (scaled)
Verbal Reasoning	Reading Comprehension Text Completion Sentence Equivalence	20 x 2 sections = 40	30 mins x 2 = 1 hr	130 – 170 with intervals of 1 (scaled)
Analytical Writing Assessment	Analyse an Issue Analyse an Argument	1 essay question 1 essay question	30 mins 30 mins	1 – 6 with intervals of 0.5
Research	–	–	Varies	Varies
Unscored	–	–	Varies	Varies

The Unscored and the Research section are the two variable sections and are not part of the composite GRE 2023 score.

• GRE 2023 Subject Test

The total duration of the GRE Subject Test is 2 hours and 50 minutes. It includes subjects that applicants might have studied during their undergraduate degree such as Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, English Literature, and Psychology.

However, Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology tests were discontinued in December 2016, and the GRE Computer Science test was discarded in April 2013.

GRE 2023 Eligibility Criteria

It is interesting to note that there is no basic eligibility criteria that GRE applicants have to meet regarding age or qualification in order to submit the GRE 2023 application form. All they need to possess is a valid passport as proof of identity to be admitted into the examination centre. However, candidates must meet the admission criteria of respective grad schools without fail while submitting the applications. Although the eligibility criteria for the GRE is pretty flexible, grad schools look primarily for applicants who wish to pursue their post-graduation or Doctoral degree. They also look for candidates who have a few years of work experience and have already obtained an undergraduate degree.

GRE 2023 Registration

Applying for the GRE is very simple. An applicant needs to create a My GRE Account on the official website to start their GRE 2023 registration process. Test takers can also access their scores in their accounts upon registration. Ideally, there are three modes to register for GRE 2023:

• Online Registration
• Registration over Phone
• Registration over Mail

Steps for GRE 2023 Registration

1. Applicants need to create a My GRE Account on the official GRE website.
2. While creating their profile, they need to fill in their credentials like Name, Date of Birth, Address, Phone Number, Communication Preferences, etc. Applicants can log in to the ETS portal with their respective Username and Password.
3. Applicants have the option to select GRE test type: (i) GRE General Test (ii) GRE Subject Test.
4. Location preference and exam date can be chosen from the list of available GRE 2023 dates.
5. Finally, the GRE 2023 exam fee of US $205 can be paid by the applicants through Credit Cards, Debit Cards, etc.

GRE 2023 Exam Fee Structure

As per the GRE official website, the GRE registration fee is about $205. The GRE fee in India is about Rs. 15,256 (approximately), and is subject to change based on the foreign exchange rates at the time of registration.

Take a look at the following table to get an overview of the fee for various GRE services:

GRE Product or Service	Fees
GRE Exam Fees	US$ 205
GRE Rescheduling Fee	US$ 50
Request to change test centre	US$ 50
GRE Cancellation Fee (at least 4 days before the test date & 10 days for individuals in Mainland China)	50% of the Registration Fee is refunded
Additional GRE Score Report	US$ 27 each
GRE Score Reinstatement Fee	US$ 50

A point to note is that ETS also may offer a GRE fee waiver of 50% of the total registration fee for candidates facing financial hardship. This is called the GRE Fee Reduction Programme and the form for the same is available on the ETS website.

GRE 2023 Dates

GRE applicants need to closely monitor the availability of the GRE exam dates. They have the flexibility to choose the GRE 2023 dates as per their convenience from the available list. Based on the dates available, applicants can plan their respective study plans and submit applications to the various grad schools before the deadline.

Candidates can refer to the below schedule for GRE 2023 dates availability and register online for the scheduled test date:

GRE	Crucial Dates
GRE 2023 Registration	Open during the whole year
GRE 2023 Dates of Examination	No official exam dates. Candidates have the flexibility to choose the exam date during the registration
GRE Result Declaration	10-15 days after the test date

GRE 2023 Syllabus

Candidates who intend to take the GRE 2023 exam must prepare a personalized study plan as per their requirements and design it as per the latest GRE 2023 syllabus as soon as possible.

The GRE 2023 syllabus is divided into three broad sections:

1. Analytical Writing Assessment: This section evaluates the test taker’s ability to critically scrutinize complex issues, analyse arguments and put forth their thoughts reasonably.
2. Verbal Reasoning: This section evaluates the examinee’s ability to read and analyse the written material in the standard English language. There are three types of questions under this section:
   (1) Sentence Equivalence
   (2) Reading Comprehension
   (3) Text Completion
3. Quantitative Reasoning: This section evaluates the examinee’s knowledge of mathematical concepts like Algebra, Geometry, Arithmetic, Data Analysis, etc.

Best GRE Books 2023

There are a lot of books that you can use to prepare for the GRE exam. Investing in the more reputable and popular ones is likely to yield optimal results. To begin with, here are some points that will guide you in choosing the best GRE books available:

• Before buying a GRE 2023 prep book, check for the quality and relevance of content. Skim through the information in the book and determine if it has all the important concepts related to GRE.
• Check whether the book has sufficient practice questions from all the areas of the GRE exam. If yes, make sure the questions are modelled on the actual GRE test with the same difficulty level. Ideally, a GRE preparation book should offer questions at all the levels of difficulty that are likely to be tested in the exam (this is due to the fact that the Verbal and Quant sections are computer-adaptive in nature).
• Go through the answer explanations given in the book, and examine if it is detailed and easy to understand.
• Buy the latest edition of the book – this is important, as a new edition will definitely be released every year with updated data and information.

Here are some best GRE books that align with the aforementioned conditions:

• The Official GRE Guide Super Power Pack – This is a pack of General, Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning guides. This set of books is one of the most reliable and useful preparation resources for GRE. The official guide comprises all the information regarding the GRE, including practice tests, sample questions, tips to answer the questions, etc. You can buy this book from the ETS GRE official website.
• 5 LB. Book of GRE Practice Problems – The book includes more than 1800 questions to help you get a feel of the kind of questions you will be asked in the actual examination. Detailed explanations are provided for all these questions and you will find questions from all the sections of GRE in this book.

GRE 2023 Admit Card

GRE applicants who have successfully registered for the test will receive their admit cards over email after a few days of registration. The GRE Admit Card usually contains details about the exam date, choice of GRE test, test centre and the applicant’s name, date of birth, enrolment number, etc. In case there are any discrepancies in the document, it should be informed as soon as possible so that necessary corrections can be made without any further delay.

GRE Score Validity

The GRE score is valid for 5 years. The highest score/grade that a candidate can achieve is 340. We have updated the scoring pattern for GRE in the table below for your reference. There are three sections in the scores which are reported in the GRE General Test:

GRE Sections	GRE Score Range
Analytical Writing Assessment	On a scale of 0-6 in half-point increment
Quantitative Reasoning	On a scale of 130-170 in 1 point increment
Verbal Ability	On a scale of 130-170 in 1 point increment

Scores for the GRE Subject Tests are also valid for 5 years.

GRE Result 2023

GRE candidates can access their non-official score instantly once they’ve completed the exam, which they can either accept or reject. If a candidate accepts the result, then the score recipients or the universities that the test-taker has selected can view their results. The official scores of the candidates are made available to them on their ETS accounts and sent to the respective score recipients around 10-15 days, approximately, after the exam date.

If you are planning to pursue an MS or Doctoral degree from an international university and are wondering how and where to begin? We are here to help you out. At CareerLabs, we guide you in every step of your GRE preparation and ensure that you get the scores you aim to achieve.

FAQs

• Who can take the GRE?

A: Anybody can take the GRE exam! There is no eligibility requirement, and the only thing you need is a bachelor’s degree in any field – this is because the GRE is a standardised test for postgraduate admissions. There is no bar on nationality, no upper age limit, and the only ID proof you need is your passport.

• How should I prepare for the GRE?

A: You can choose a GRE study plan that suits your requirements. Students have been known to spend anywhere between two weeks to a year to prepare for the GRE and obtain a great score. If you need additional help preparing for your GRE, you can choose an online preparation course such as the one offered by CareerLabs.

• What are the subjects the GRE will test me on?

A: The GRE has a Verbal Reasoning section that will test you on your English language and grammar skills, a Quantitative Reasoning section that will test you on your mathematical skills including algebra, arithmetic, statistics, et cetera, and an Analytical Writing Assessment section that will test your articulation, ability to reason logically, and present a coherent argument.