Graduate Record Examination (GRE)

Quick GRE Facts

GRE scores have been widely utilized for over 70 years by admissions and fellowship committees in thousands of graduate programs worldwide. These scores are used to supplement an applicant’s undergraduate grades and other qualifications for graduate study. Here are a few quick facts regarding the GRE:

The GRE consists of three sections: Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning, and Quantitative Reasoning.
The exam duration is 1 hour and 58 minutes.
Globally, there are more than 1000 authorized test centers spread across 160+ countries.
In India, there are 42 test centers located in 29 cities.
The GRE General exam is available on both weekdays and weekends year-round.
The GRE Subject Wise exam is conducted three times a year.
Test-takers are allowed up to five retakes, with a minimum gap of 21 days, within a 12-month period.

Sections	Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning
Exam Duration	1 Hour 58 Minutes
Total Test Centers in the World	There are more than 1000 authorized test centers across 160+ countries
Total GRE Test Centers in India	There are 42 test centers in 29 cities.
Frequency of Exams (GRE General)	Weekdays and weekends year around
Frequency of Exams (GRE Subject Wise)	Thrice in a year
Retakes Allowed	Five retakes are allowed with a gap of 21 days in a 12-month period