GRE
GRE Test Preparation in Pakistan
What is GRE Test?
GRE stands for Graduate Record Examination and is necessary for admission to a number of graduate and business school programs. To a candidate's preparation for graduate-level, the test evaluates verbal reasoning, numeric reasoning, and analytical writing abilities. The Educational Testing Service (ETS) conducts the exam, which is available on paper and on computers.
Recognized globally, the GRE plays a key role in admissions for international universities. It requires more than memorization; thorough, strategic preparation is essential to achieve a competitive score.
Types of GRE
GRE Test on a Computer
- The computer-based exam is available all year long at examination centers worldwide. Instant score results and more frequent testing opportunities are made possible by the computer-based test.
GRE Test on Paper
- Only in regions where computer-based testing is not accessible is the paper-based test provided. Some people who prefer taking tests with a pencil and paper prefer the paper-based test.
GRE Test Format & Scores
The GRE consists of three main sections:
- Verbal Reasoning
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Analytical Writing
| GRE AWA Score | Score Level |
|---|---|
| 5.0 - 6.0 | Excellent |
| 4.0 - 4.5 | Good |
| 3.5 - 4.0 | Average |
| 2.5 - 3.0 | Below Average |
GRE Test Score Validity
Your GRE test score remains valid for 5 years, which gives you the flexibility in planning your higher education journey.
GRE Test Fee in Pakistan
It depends on the change in exchange rates and ETS updates, the registration fee for the GRE test in Pakistan is approximately 220 USD. For the most recent information on fees, always visit the official GRE website or consult with Times Consultant.
GRE Test Dates 2025
The major cities in Pakistan provide GRE test dates all year long in 2025. It is simple to arrange around academic calendars because exam-takers can select flexible computer-based test dates from Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad.
GRE Test Duration
The time restriction for the GRE General Test has been reduced to one hour and fifty-eight minutes. The exam consists of just one essay on analytical writing and forty-six questions on verbal and quantitative reasoning. The duration of the computer-delivered GRE exam is approximately one hour and fifty-eight minutes.
Verbal Reasoning Section
Two sections of 27 questions, each lasting 41 minutes.
Quantitative Reasoning Section
There are 27 questions in total in two 47-minute parts.
Analytical Writing Section
A single, thirty-minute essay in one segment.
GRE vs GMAT Comparison
| Aspect | GRE | GMAT |
|---|---|---|
| Full Form | Graduate Record Examination | Graduate Management Admission Test |
| Purpose | Admission to graduate programs (MS, MA, PhD) and some business schools | Specifically for admission to business schools (MBA, MIM, etc.) |
| Controlled By | Educational Testing Service (ETS) | Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) |
| Number of Attempts Allowed | 5 times in 12 months; lifetime limit of 8 attempts | 5 times in a 12-month period; lifetime limit of 8 attempts |
| Difficulty Level | Verbal is vocabulary-focused; Quant is simpler than GMAT | Verbal is grammar/logic-heavy; Quant is more advanced than GRE |
GRE Coaching in Your City
Preparing for the GRE is an important step toward admission to top graduate programs worldwide. Times Consultant offers expert GRE preparation in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, and other major cities across Pakistan, tailored to match each student’s goals.
Get Ready for the GRE
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