GRE

GRE or Graduate Record Examination is a standardized computer based exam conducted by the by Educational Testing Service (ETS). Many top business schools in the world offer admission in Business programs on the basis of GRE Score. This test access the aptitude of a student for abstract thinking. Score equal to 160 or above is a good enough to get admission in various courses. There are two types of GRE tests.

• GRE General Test

• GRE Subject Test

The duration for GRE General Test  is 1 hour 58 minutes. While the duration of GRE subject test is 2 hours to 2 hours and 50 minutes (Depending on subjects). 

340 is the highest score or full marks in GRE Exam. However, the ideal score depends on the university you are targeting for admission. You have to get 320 or above out of 340, for getting easy admission in to the top universities worldwide. Keep in mind that score equal to or above 75 percentile is considered good enough to apply for admission.

Yes, you can take GRE Exam at home. For that, you need book a slot of Graduate Record Examination in advance. Also, you need to arrange a desktop or laptop computer, speaker to hear the proctor, a microphone, a webcamera and a working internet connection.

Candidates wish to pursue their Masters or other PG courses can take the examination and it is recommended that test-takers should have a valid UG degree. Apart from this, there is no official eligibility for GRE exam. Students of any age and with any educational background can appear GRE Exam. 

The GRE exam pattern consists of two main types:

• The GRE General Test 

• The GRE Subject Tests

The GRE General Test measures various skills of an aspirant. GRE test pattern evaluates a candidates verbal, quantitative, critical thinking and analytical writing skills. The skills are covered in three sections Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning and Analytical Writing. However, as per the GRE test pattern, the GRE Subject Test evaluates a candidates knowledge in specific fields.

A GRE score is required for certain graduate programs and is not mandatory for all the courses. The GRE is often a computer-based exam that is given at specific locations across the globe. Paper tests are still frequently given at testing places in nations with potentially low levels of technology. After taking the computer-based GRE, students receive their unofficial test results right away, and their official scores in ten to fifteen days. Four to six weeks following the exam date, students who take the paper GRE receive their results.

The University of Georgia does not have a strict minimum GRE requirement for graduate applicants. However, students prefer to submit the score to add a positive factor to their resume. The GRE score achieved by the previous year's students who enrolled is between 310 and 313. Students must aim to score at least the required given score if want a successful admission. 

GRE is a tough exam. Not every one can achieve 340 in GRE or close to it. GRE tests analytical writing, quantitative reasoning, and verbal reasoning skills. Difficulty can vary based on individual preparation. Students with mathematical background may have an advantage for QR section.

You see your unofficial scores immediately after finishing GRE 2026. Your full official report, including writing score, arrives in your account within 8 to 10 days. You will receive an email notification for this.