GRE dates 2023 are out, and the aspirants can register for their preferred test date before the registration deadline. Here, we present detailed information regarding GRE notification 2023 and the step-by-step procedure for registration.
GRE can be taken at the test-centre or remote-proctored online mode. While there are fixed set of dates for test-centre-based GRE, the home-based test offers greater flexibility. Read on to know about GRE exam dates, registration deadlines, and other requirements.
GRE Notification 2023
GRE 2023 is to be held from April to November. Given table shows an overview of available GRE test dates at test centres of India:
GRE Important Dates 2023:
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Month
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Dates
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April 2023
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April 26
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May 2023
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May 31
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June 2023
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June 2, June 18
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September 2023
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September 3, September 26
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October 2023
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October 3, October 4,
October 6, October 8,
October 11, October 13,
October 20
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November 2023
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November 3, November 8,
November 10, November 15,
November 17, November 21,
November 26,November 28
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December 2023
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December 1, December 6,
December 8, December 12,
December 13, December 15,
December 19, December 20
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Note: The above-given dates are for GRE General Test only. For GRE Subject Tests of different streams, check the
official website.
GRE Registration 2023: Complete Guide
Before applying for GRE, you must be aware of the related rules and conditions laid down by ETS.
Things to Consider
- Prior to choosing your GRE exam date, check the application deadlines of your desired colleges/universities, so that your scores are reported within time. GRE scorecards are sent to your selected institutes around 10-15 days after your test. Experts recommend that you should apply for GRE nearly 60 - 90 days before the first university deadline. With this approach, you would have sufficient time in hand to re-appear for the test, if required.
- There needs to be a gap of 21 days between your GRE attempts. GRE General Test can be taken five times in a rolling 12-month period. This applies even if you have canceled your previous test scores.
- The test dates are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and some of the test centres are available only on certain dates. You must create an ETS account to stay abreast of the up-to-date information. So, keep a tab on the latest dates and apply well in time.
- Decide which fellowship sponsors or grad schools you want to receive your scores. You can choose a maximum of four institutions while registering for GRE. If you want to send your scorecard later or to more than four schools, you can get the additional scorecards for a specified fee.
- You can use the GRE Search Service to look for information about some of the participating graduate/ business/ law schools, fellowship sponsors and related organizations. This service will let you know about the scholarships, fellowships admissions, and other opportunities offered by different institutes/universities. During GRE registration, you will see an option to sign up for its Search Service. Also, you can use/sign up on this tool any time from your ETS account.
GRE Registration Dates 2023
For taking GRE at a test center, you must have registered at least 2 days before the test date. Depending upon your location, the exam will be in paper-based or computer-based mode.
The remote-proctored (at home) version of GRE General Test is available round the clock, all days of the week, and you can register for it as early as 24 hours before. The subject tests are not available in home-based format.
Procedure for GRE application
There are three ways to register for GRE 2023. Here is the stepwise description of the GRE application procedure:
Online Registration
- At the official website, create your ETS account.
- From your ‘My GRE’ home page, click on ‘register’ or ‘find test centers’. Then, verify your email ID, and continue.
- Choose a test date among the available options from the preferred two-month time period and your time zone.
- Choose the available time slot for your test, and proceed to ‘Register for this test’.
- Continue to provide the required information for registration and pay the registration fees.
After your GRE registration is processed, you will get a confirmation email detailing your test date, center or the link to launch the remote-proctored at-home test, and chosen institutions.
Did You Know: Nearly 40% of GRE test-takers aim to get into a Master’s programme (MA, MS, M.Ed.), and almost 30% opt for GRE to get into a doctorate programme.
Registration via Phone
To register via phone, the candidates (outside of USA) need to call at the appropriate RRC (Regional Registration Center) and then pay the fees. For India, the agency is Prometric.
Phone: 91-124-4147700
Fax: 91-124-4147773
Prometric's Customer Service department can also be reached by email, with the help of their
online form.A confirmation number, test center address, and reporting time will be provided to you after you have registered.
Registration via Mail
If you are paying with a money order or cheque, you need to request an authorization voucher through mail.
- Firstly, you have to fill out a GRE General Test Authorization Voucher Request Form provided on the official site and then mail it with a money order or paper cheque to the address given on the form. It will take up to almost three weeks for delivery and processing.
- Once you get the authorization voucher, you can call to fix your GRE exam date or register online. The call needs to be made at the appropriate RRC, as mentioned above.
Remember to schedule your test appointment before the expiration date given on your authorization voucher. If you happen to lose or misplace your authorization voucher, contact through ETS site. Only one replacement is available for the same.
Rescheduling and Cancelling Test
ETS states the following guidelines for rescheduling/cancellation of GRE test appointment:
- You can reschedule your GRE test date, a maximum of four days before else, your fee is forfeited. Additional fee is charged for rescheduling your test registration.
- In case you cancel your test appointment anytime before four days of your test date, you will get a refund equal to half of the registration fee.
- Registration fees for GRE General Test and Subject Test are not exchangeable.
Rescheduling/canceling can be done online through your ETS account. You can also do this by contacting the appropriate RRC, as mentioned above. The important thing is to have your registration confirmation number you got during the registration.
GRE Registration Fees
For GRE exam registration, you can pay via Credit Card /Debit Card/ PayPal/ Money Order/ Certified Cheque/Voucher. The following table shows the GRE
registration fee and additional charges for other services in India:
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Service
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Fees
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GRE General Test Reg.
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$213
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GRE Subject Test Reg.
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$150
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Late registration (online)
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$25
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Subject Test Change
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$50
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Rescheduling
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$50
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Test Center Change
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$50
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Additional Score Report
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$27
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Score Review(Analytical Writing)
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$60
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Score Review(Subject Test)
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$50
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Score Reinstatement
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$50
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About GRE
GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) is held by ETS (Educational Testing Service) for admission to MBA/MS and other master degree programmes worldwide. Its scores are accepted by thousands of B-schools and law schools in US, Canada, UK, and other countries. Lakhs of aspirants appear for GRE annually.