Graduate Record Examination
The GRE is the world's most widely accepted graduate school admission test, required by thousands of universities in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and Europe for MS, MBA, and PhD programs.
1 hour 58 minutes
Duration
340
Total Marks
700,000+
Candidates/Year
Year-round (computer-based)
Frequency
Month 1
Diagnostic test + vocabulary building (learn 500 words)
Month 2
Quant fundamentals + RC strategies
Month 3
Practice tests and ETS Official Guide completion
Month 4
Full-length PowerPrep tests + weak area review
| Year | General | OBC | SC/ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 320+ (top 20 US) | N/A | N/A |
| 2024 | 315+ (top 50 US) | N/A | N/A |
Vocabulary is king for Verbal — learn 1000+ words from Magoosh/Barron's lists
The Quant section is easier than CAT but tricky — don't underestimate it
Take all free ETS PowerPrep tests (most accurate score predictor)
Score of 320+ with 165+ Quant makes you competitive for top US MS programs
The at-home test option is equally valid and more convenient
