Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Registration and Schedule 2023

The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is a standardized test that is mostly used by many graduate universities in the USA and Canada. The GRE is owned and administered by Educational Testing Services (ETS). It was established in 1936 by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

GRE Test Pattern

The GRE consists of 3 sections, including:

• Verbal Reasoning: This section assesses the ability of the individual to analyze and evaluate the written material, vocabulary, and reading comprehension skills.
• Quantitative: This section tests the individual's math skills which include algebra, geometry, arithmetic, and data analysis.
• Analytical Writing: This section evaluates the individual's ability to analyze the arguments critically and showcase a coherent and well-structured essay. It entails two tasks, one being to analyze an argument and the other being to present your argument.                                      

GRE Test Scoring

What scores are reported?

GRE Test Preparation

How to prepare for the test?

• It is important to build upon your reading skills by analytically reading nonfiction.
• Create a structured GRE study plan.
• Stick to that plan. Remain consistent.
• Do as much practice as possible.
• Know your weaknesses and try to work through them.
• Make sure to chart your progress so you can measure your performance. And equate if you have made the progress required.
• Trust your gut instinct. Don't second-guess yourself.

GRE Schedule

• You can take the GRE General Test once every 21 days, and up to five times a year. The exact dates of tests are not specified after Sept and Oct.
• A tip is that when you are selecting a test date, make sure that your scores will be available in time for your application deadlines. The Score reports will be sent to your designated score recipients approximately 10–15 days after you take the test.

GRE Application

How to apply for GRE?

1. Visit the ETS website
2. Create an account
3. Fill out your personal information
4. Set up your username and password
5. Pick a test centre
6. Select your exam date and time
7. Verify your details
8. Pay for the registration fees.

GRE Exam Fee

The cost of the GRE test in Pakistan is about $205.