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Why Choose the GRE General Test?

- Globally Accepted: Trusted by thousands of graduate schools, including top MBA and law programs.

- Flexible Test Dates: Offered throughout the year at test centers and at home.

- Score Validity: GRE scores are valid for 5 years.

- Allows Score Retakes: You can take the GRE once every 21 days, up to five times within any continuous 12-month period.

- Use ScoreSelect®: Send only the scores you want schools to see.

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Test Format & Structure

The GRE General Test is approximately 1 hour and 58 minutes long and consists of three main sections:

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Verbal Reasoning

• Measures your ability to analyze and evaluate written material.

• Includes reading comprehension, text completion, and sentence equivalence questions.

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Quantitative Reasoning

• Tests basic math skills, understanding of elementary mathematical concepts, and quantitative reasoning.

• Covers arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data analysis.​

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Analytical Writing

• Measures critical thinking and analytical writing skills.

• Includes two separately timed tasks: Analyze an Issue and Analyze an Argument.

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Registration Process

1. Create an ETS Account: Go to https://www.ets.org/mygre

2. Choose Test Option: Select whether to test at home or at a test center.

3. Pick a Date and Time: Tests are offered year-round.

4. Pay and Confirm: Complete payment and receive your confirmation.

Note: Make sure your name matches your ID exactly.

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Score Reporting & Validity

• Scores are available in your ETS account 8–10 days after your test date.

• Valid for 5 years from the test date.

• You can send scores to up to 4 institutions for free on test day.

• Use the ScoreSelect option to decide which test scores to send.

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Preparation Resources

• ETS provides official test prep including POWERPREP Online, books, and mobile apps.

• Free practice questions and simulated test experiences.

• Additional prep support available through our expert instructors.