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Content Curator | Updated On - Jan 25, 2024

GRE Registration is available for candidates in offline and online procedures. The exam fee to book GRE registration dates for the general test is INR 22,550, and for the subject test is INR 14,500. More than 1000 ETS-authorized test centers are available globally for GRE exam registration. Candidates are advised to carefully check the eligibility and document requirements for GRE registration. To complete the registration process online, you need to create an ETS account and then follow the instructions.

You can take GRE 5 times in a year, but you need to maintain a 21-day gap between two attempts. Aspirants can choose the test center along with the GRE test date and time according to their convenience and availability. Candidates need to select the “At Home Option” on the “Find GRE Test Centers and Dates” section on the official website for at-home GRE examination registration. A valid passport with a name, photograph, and signature is needed for GRE test registration. You need to submit a physical ID, electronic photocopies are not allowed.

Applicants usually need to schedule the exam booking 6–8 weeks in advance to secure their preferred GRE test center. The Graduate Record Examination registration fee must be paid during the application process to schedule GRE test date. Once the registration process is complete, candidates receive an admission ticket confirming their selected test center, date, and exam time.

Table of Contents

GRE Exam Registration
1.1 Online Registration Process
1.2 Offline Registration Process
1.3 At-Home Registration
GRE Registration for Paper-Delivered
2.1 Online Test Registration Process
2.2 Registration Via Mail
ID Requirements
Registration Fee
Payment Method
5.1 Computer-Delivered Test
5.2 Paper-Delivered Test
Registration Cancelation and Rescheduling
Disability Accommodations
FAQs

GRE Exam Registration

Candidates before the GRE registration process must fulfill the eligibility requirements. Applicants must present original documents with valid identification proof during the GRE exam registration. The GRE fee for registration can be paid online via credit or debit card. Candidates during GRE registration have to select the colleges and universities for sending scores. GRE registration can be done offline via phone, mail, and fax.

GRE Online Registration Process

Candidates are required to create a “Test Taker Account” for ETS GRE registration online at the utmost convenience. Aspirants can follow the below-mentioned steps for online GRE test registration:

Have to visit the official website of ETS.
Create an account after clicking on Login/Register section.
Fill up the personal information.
After clicking on the “submit” option, the account will be created.
Creating an username and password.
Verify the information filled.

After creating an account, candidates can select preferred exam meodules:

After selecting the prefered exam module, select the prefered test date and test center:

Pay the exam fee to complete the registration process:

GRE registration fee can be paid online via credit or debit card- American Express, Discover, JCB, Master Card, or Visa card.
PayPal and e-check for GRE exam registration fee payment is also accepted.

GRE Offline Registration Process

Candidates can also register for GRE exam offline as offered by the ETS. GRE registration in offline mode can be done by phone, mail, and fax.

GRE Registration by Phone

Candidates must follow the below-mentioned procedures for the GRE test register via phone:

Students from worldwide can call on the RRC(Regional Registration Center) for GRE registration.
Students must register for the GRE exam two days before the chosen test date.
Next, the fee for the GRE registration process needs to be paid.
Can pay the GRE exam registration fee via credit or debit cards-American Express, Discover, JCB, Master Card, or Visa.
Applicants can also pay via PayPal and e-check services.

GRE Registration by Mail

To ensure GRE test register via mail candidates must follow the below-mentioned steps:

Must fill up the computer-based GRE general test authorization form.
Have to pay the GRE exam registration fee by paper check or money order.
Have to arrange an appointment with Prometric or contact the RRC after receiving the voucher.

GRE Registration by Fax

Students has to follow the below-mentioned procedures for the GRE exam registration via fax:

Have to print and fill up the application form for the GRE examination.
Have to send the fillup form and send it to 91-124-4147773.
Must receive the GRE application form seven days prior to the preferred test date.

GRE At-Home Registration

Candidates for taking the exam from home can opt for GRE registration at home. For taking the exam from home, applicants need to have equipments like a Desktop or computer, ETS browser, microphone not attached to a headset, and webcam. The procedures for GRE at-home registration are as follows:

Must log into the official ETS website.
Have to select the Register/Find test Centers option on the GRE home page.
Select the ‘Find Test Centers and Date’ and “at-home” section.
Aspirants can view the eligibility of the country for taking the GRE exam at home.
Have to check and verify the Email address.
Select the time zone.
Preferred exam date and time for GRE at-home registration selection.
Payment of GRE exam registration fee.
An ETS confirmation mail will be received upon completion of the above process.

GRE Registration for Paper-Delivered or a Subject Test

ETS offers two approaches for GRE paper-delivered tests which can be both online and through the mail. Aspirants can check the following steps for GRE test registration for both approaches.

GRE Online Test Registration Process for Paper-Delivered Test

Aspirants need to check the below-mentioned procedure for GRE registration online:

Must create an official ETS account.
Must select the paper-based test option.
Must pay the GRE test registration fee.
GRE exam registration fees can be paid online via credit cards or debit cards.
Payment via PayPal and e-check services is accepted.

GRE Registration Via Mail for Paper-Delivered Test

Candidates must check the following steps for GRE registration via mail:

Must fill out the GRE general test authorization voucher form.
Have to mail the form with the GRE test registration fee to the address mentioned in the form by the last date of registration.
Payment through paper check or money order.
Schedule an appointment with Prometric or call them after receiving the voucher.

ID Requirements for GRE Registration

Students must submit a valid ID proof at the time of creating a new account. Aspirants must check the below-mentioned instructions for GRE eligibility requirements before starting the registration process:

Only original documents are accepted.
Must have the full name of the candidates.
ID must be issued by the Government.
Recent photo of the applicant.
Proper signature of the aspirants.

GRE Exam Registration Fee

GRE exam registration fee for the general test is INR INR 22,550. The GRE test registration fee for the subject test is INR 14,500. Candidates can check the below-mentioned GRE subject test, and general test fees for rescheduling, late registration, and other fees:

GRE Services	Cost in INR
GRE General Test Registration Fee	INR 22,550
GRE Subject Test Registration Fee	INR 14,500
GRE Subject Test Rescheduling Fee	INR 5,000
GRE Subject Test Changing Fee	INR 5,000
Changing the Test Center Fee	INR 5,000
Additional Score Reports(ASR)	INR 2,900
Score Review for Analytical Writing Measure	INR 5,900
Score Reinstatement Fee	INR 5,000

Payment method for GRE Exam Registration

Applicants can check the following methods for paying the GRE registration fee for Computer-delivered and Paper delivered.

Computer-Delivered Test

Candidates can pay for the computer-delivered test through a credit card or debit card.
Payment from PayPal is also acceptable.
E-check service has drawn against US banks in particular.
Money order or voucher.

Paper-Delivered Test

Payment via credit or debit cards.
Payment via PayPal is accepted.
E-check service against banks in the United States.
Money order, and check.
Western Union Quick Pay Receipt.

GRE Exam Registration Cancelation and Rescheduling

Aspirants have to follow the below-said criteria for canceling or rescheduling the GRE examination:

The cancelation or rescheduling of GRE test registration must be done four days before the scheduled test date.
Rescheduling of GRE exam registration needs an extra fee.
GRE exam registration can be rescheduled up to one year of the scheduled date.
The exam fee will be waived if the registration is not done as per the above-mentioned guidelines.

GRE Registration for Disability Accommodations

ETS offers facilities for differently abled candidates. GRE Registration facilities for differently abled candidates are as follows:

50 percent more time to give the test.
100 percent extended time for any documentation purpose.
The breaks are not included in the test duration.
Ergonomic keyboard, intel keyboard, keyboard with touchpad, and screen magnification are also given during the GRE general exam.
A reader for assistance is provided for those students.
Spoken assistance is also provided.
Braille slate is also available as per needs.
Alternate test formats are also offered.

Candidates can check the above-mentioned procedures for the GRE exam registration. Aspirants can also see the GRE at home registration criteria to give the exam from home.

FAQs

Ques: How do I register for GRE exams?

Ans: GRE Registration is available for candidates in offline and online procedures. To complete the registration process online, you need to create an ETS account and then follow the instructions.

Ques: How to apply for GRE exam 2024?

Ans: You can apply for GRE exam 2024, by visiting the ETS official website, or you can register offline through mail or in person.

Ques: What is the GRE registration fee?

Ans: The exam fee to book GRE registration dates for the general test is INR 22,550, and for the subject test is INR 14,500.

Ques: How many times can I take GRE in a year?

Ans: You can take GRE 5 times in a year, but you need to maintain a 21-day gap between two attempts.

Ques: Do we need passport for GRE registration?

Ans: A valid passport with a name, photograph, and signature is needed for GRE test registration. You need to submit a physical ID, electronic photocopies are not allowed.

Ques: What age is eligible for GRE?

Ans: There is no specific age limitation for taking GRE exam. Most of the candidates who took GRE are aged between 21-23 years old.

Ques: Is GRE valid for 3 years?

Ans: GRE scores are valid for 5 years. You can send additional score reports within this time frame.

Ques: Who is eligible for GRE exam?

Ans: GRE exam is specially designed for Master’s program admission, candidates with an undergraduate degree can apply for GRE.

Ques: What is the syllabus for GRE?

Ans: GRE exam syllabus has 3 sections; verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and analytical writing assessment.

Ques: What is the highest GRE score?

Ans: The highest GRE score for both verbal and quantitative sections is 170, and the analytical writing score is 6.

Ques: Is IELTS mandatory for GRE?

Ans: IELTS is an English language proficiency exam, and GRE is required for admission to a Master’s program. Both IELTS and GRE are different exam.

Ques: Is The GRE online or offline?

Ans: You can opt for GRE at a test center or take it online from home. Both online and offline exam formats and syllabus are the same.

Ques: What is minimum GRE score for admission?

Ans: The minimum GRE score is 260 in total for the quantitative and verbal sections. Candidates need to achieve a score of 300+ to get admission to some of the best universities worldwide.

Ques: What is a good score in GRE?

Ans: A good FRE score ranges between 320-330. With a 320+ GRE score, you can get admission to the top-ranked universities worldwide.

Ques: Can I take GRE for free?

Ans: You can take GRE for free by applying for a fee waiver while completing the registration process.

Ques: Can I take GRE in my home?

Ans: You can take GRE at home by completing the registration process from ETS website. You need to meet the equipment and environment criteria for taking GRE at Home.

Ques: Is 300 a low GRE score?

Ans: The total score of GRE is 340. Achieving a score of 300 on GRE is a decent score, and accepted by some of the best universities worldwide.

Ques: How much GRE score is required for Harvard?

Ans: Achieving a score of 320+ in GRE is required for top programs in Harvard admission.

Ques: Is there a maximum age limit for GRE?

Ans: There is no maximum age limit for GRE, most of the candidates between 21–23 years of age take GRE.

Ques: Which countries accept GRE?

Ans: GRE is accepted by USA, UK, New Zealand, Canada, and Australia accepts GRE for Master’s admission.

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