Apply for GRE Exam Now! Easy Steps to Register

The Graduate Record Examination, or GRE, is a standardised exam that evaluates the test taker’s aptitude for mathematical analysis, logical thinking, and analytical writing. 

The test is a good analysis of a candidate’s abilities and gives graduate and business schools a clear picture of whether or not the applicant is ready for graduate-level courses. GRE is usually mandatory for business, law, and other master’s studies in the U.S. and Canada. To apply for GRE test candidates must log in to the ETS portal and pay an application fee of $213 to complete the registration. GRE is rated higher on the difficulty scale and requires preparation. The results are available within 10-15 days of the test. You also get to see an instant or a raw performance score right after the exam ends. ETS, which conducts the GRE, will inform you of your official results via mail. They also send it to the university of your choice within three weeks. The test score is valid for five years. ETS allows students to take retests if necessary. Currently, the GRE test can be taken both online and offline. The requirements and registration process is explained below. 

GRE Test Requirements 

The requirements for GRE are straightforward. There is no age barrier. However, since GRE scores are typically required for postgraduation courses, it is generally assumed that you already hold an undergraduate degree. ETS only requires you to carry ID proof for online and offline exams. Preferably, ETS suggests using your passport as proof of identification, but Indian students may use their Aadhar card as well. You must note that ETS is very strict about proof of identification. Here are some things to remember:

• The document must be valid. 
• The document must be government issued. 
• The name on the ID and the registered name must match completely.
• The photograph in the document must match your face (Which implies it has to be a recently taken picture) 
• The document must have the candidate’s signature 

ETS is aware that applicants who have received refugee status or political asylum may not be able to get a current passport. Such cases are exceptions, and ETS will approve your application considering that you write to The ETS Office of Testing Integrity at TSReturns@ets.org a minimum of seven days before the exam. You will have to submit an alternate document to get approval.

How to Apply for GRE Exam

ETS has multiple modes of application for the GRE test. Candidates may either apply online or offline through phone or mail.

GRE Online Registration

• Log on to www.ets.org/mygre
• Create an account with your information
• Fill out your name matching your ID proof, and there should be no spelling errors
• Fill out your username and password 
• Select a security question, and then enter a short response
• Review your details and edit them if required
• If your application is ready to go, press ‘Submit’
• Your account is now created 
• Choose the dates. Ideally, enter two days before your preferred day.
• Pay the GRE test fee. Then ‘Submit’ 

GRE Offline Registration

Via phone: 

• If you live outside the U.S., you must contact your Regional Registration Centre. RRC India Phone: 91-124-4147700
• Submit your application via phone and pay the fee. 
• You will receive your registration ID, reporting time, and test centre shortly.

Via mail: 

• Download and fill out the GRE General Test Authorization Voucher Request Form (PDF) 
• Mail it to the address on the form, along with a paper check or money order for the required fee amount
• Call the RRC after you receive the voucher and submit your application.

GRE At-Home Testing

ETS allows you to take the GRE test from the comfort of your home. But, certain rules and requirements are mandatory.Equipment requirements:

1. You must use a desktop or a laptop
2. Tablets and mobile devices are prohibited
3. Headphones, earbuds, and headsets are not permitted
4. The operating system in use must be licensed
5. Operating System requirements: 
   1. PC: Windows 10 or 8. 
   2. MAC: Mac OS X 10.5 or higher (10.13 High Sierra is recommended)
6. Dual screens or multiple monitors are strictly prohibited.
7. You may use a standalone webcam or a built-in camera.
8. Only use Chrome™ or Firefox® browser.
9. Must use a built-in or standalone microphone not connected to the headset
10. Candidates should be in an enclosed space, free of noise and other people.

How to run equipment check: 

• Install the ETS Secure Test Browser
• Run the file after downloading 
• If the process is successful, it will display the message
• Run the ProctorU Equipment Check on your computer
• If the test fails, you need to rectify any problems before the test. Live ProctorU staff members will be available to assist

Registration for at-home testing: 

• Log in to your ETS account  
• Find test Centers from your My GRE Home Page
• Select ‘At-Home’ under the ‘Find Test Centers and Date’ option
• Check if your region is approved 
• If yes, confirm your email address
• Select your time zone
• Choose the date of your convenience 
• Submit the application and pay the exam fee 
• You will receive a confirmation email from ETS if you have successfully applied

Cancelling or Rescheduling GRE Test

ETS allows students to cancel or reschedule their application considering they do it at least 4 days before the exam date. Cancelling any later than 4 days will deduct your entire application fee. Also, note that if you cancel well before the deadline, you will receive half of the total fee back! This process may be done via phone call or logging in to your ETS account.If you choose to cancel/reschedule via a phone call, you must keep your registration ID/confirmation number and other information readily available. 

GRE Test Fee

The GRE General Test fee in India currently costs$213. Other services include additional costs such as late registration, rescheduling, etc. The total cost breakdown is given below. 

GRE General Test (India)	$213
GRE Subject Test (worldwide)	$150
Late registration	$50
Standby Testing	$25
Rescheduling	$50
Change of test centre	$50
Change of subject	$50

Modes of Payment

ETS supports various modes of payment to make it convenient for students all around the world. For the computer-delivered test

• Credit & Debit card: Including American Express, Discover, JCB, Master Card, or Visa card
• Paypal
• Money order/voucher

For the paper-delivered test

• Credit & Debit card: Including American Express, Discover, JCB, Master Card, or Visa card
• Paypal
• Money order/voucher
• Western Union quick pay service

Accommodations for Test Takers with Disabilities or Health-related Needs

ETS has gladly taken into consideration the needs of differently-abled students. ETS provides additional exceptions to differently-abled students to uphold equitable participation among all. ETS provides:

• Ergonomic keyboard, Intel keyboard, keyboard with touchpad Screen magnification, Trackball, customisable background and foreground colours
• A reader or scribe if necessary 
• Braille slate and a Perkins brailler 
• Additional test formats if the standard test format is incomprehensible to them
• 50% time extension during the test
• Breaks in between 

The necessities mentioned above are made available to ensure test takers are not intimidated by the exam and are in the optimal state to perform to the best of their abilities.

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