GRE-Objectives
The graduate record examination (GRE) is a standardized exam used to measure one's aptitude for abstract thinking in the areas of analytical writing, mathematics, and vocabulary. The GRE is commonly used by many graduate schools in the U.S. and Canada to determine an applicant's eligibility for the program
The GRE consists of three key sections designed to measure verbal and quantitative reasoning, and critical writing skills. The verbal reasoning section analyzes the test taker's ability to draw conclusions, distinguish major and relevant points, and understand words and sentences, among other things. It’s structured to measure the test taker’s ability to analyze and evaluate written material. This section also gauges their capacity to process the information they gather from written material and see and analyze relationships between different parts of sentences.
GRE-Eligibility
GRE Eligibility: There are no specific GRE eligibility criteria as prescribed by ETS. Anyone can register for this GRE exam, irrespective of age or qualifications. However, candidates applying for master's courses are required to take their GRE test. The only other factor that a candidate is required to keep in mind is the fact that he/she would be required to produce their original passport as proof of identity at the exam centre, so candidates are required to have a valid passport before they register for the GRE exam.
GRE Eligibility: Age Limit
There is no age limit set for candidates wanting to appear for their GRE test.
GRE Eligibility: Exam Qualification
ETS has not announced any official statement regarding the qualification required to appear for GRE Exam. However, candidates are expected to possess a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Course Outline
GRE is required for all MS & Ph.D program, except Business,Law and Medicine, for most of the American graducate schools.
GRE-Graduate Record Examination |
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Format | Computer Adaptive Test |
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Analytical Writing | One Issue Task(30 mins) One Argument Task(30 mins) |
Maximum Score | 6 |
Verbal (2 Section) | Reading Comprehension,sentences Completion, sentences Equivalence (20 Que, 30 mins) |
Maximum Score | 170 |
Quantitative (2 Section) | Quantitative Comparison, Discrete Quantitative & DataInterpretation (20 Que,35 Mins) |
Maximum Score | 170 GRE score |