The GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) General Test is a standardized, computer-delivered exam widely accepted for admission to graduate schools across various disciplines (Master's, PhD programs) and, increasingly, for business and law schools worldwide. It's administered by ETS (Educational Testing Service). The GRE General Test is designed to assess skills that are fundamental to success in graduate-level studies, regardless of your specific field. These skills are developed over time and include: Verbal Reasoning: Measures your ability to analyze and evaluate written material, synthesize information, understand the meaning of words and sentences, and recognize relationships between concepts. Question Types: Reading Comprehension: Questions based on various passages (academic, scientific, general). Text Completion: Filling in blanks in sentences or paragraphs with appropriate words. Sentence Equivalence: Choosing two words that, when placed in a blank, create sentences with similar meanings. Quantitative Reasoning: Assesses your ability to understand, interpret, and analyze quantitative information, solve problems using mathematical models, and apply basic mathematical skills from arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data analysis. Question Types: Quantitative Comparison: Comparing two quantities and determining their relationship. Multiple-choice (Select One or More Answers): Standard multiple-choice questions. Numeric Entry: You type in your answer directly. Data Interpretation: Questions based on graphs, charts, and tables. Note: An on-screen calculator is provided for this section. Analytical Writing: Measures your critical thinking and analytical writing skills. This section requires you to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively, support ideas with relevant reasons and examples, and sustain a well-focused discussion. Task: The current format (since September 2023) includes one "Analyze an Issue" task. You are presented with an opinion on a topic of general interest and must state and support your own perspective on it. Key Features of the GRE General Test: Computer Adaptive (Section-level): The difficulty of the second Verbal Reasoning section depends on your performance in the first Verbal section. Similarly, the difficulty of the second Quantitative Reasoning section depends on your performance in the first Quant section. Test-Taker Friendly Design: Unlike some other tests, within each section, you can: Preview and review questions. "Mark" questions to return to them later. Change/edit answers. Duration: The total test time is approximately 1 hour and 58 minutes. This is a significant reduction from the previous 3 hours 45 minutes format. Sections and Timing (Updated Format): Analytical Writing: 1 task ("Analyze an Issue"), 30 minutes. Verbal Reasoning: 2 sections, 27 questions total (12 in section 1, 15 in section 2), 41 minutes total (18 min for section 1, 23 min for section 2). Quantitative Reasoning: 2 sections, 27 questions total (12 in section 1, 15 in section 2), 47 minutes total (21 min for section 1, 26 min for section 2). Scoring: Verbal Reasoning: Scored from 130–170, in 1-point increments. Quantitative Reasoning: Scored from 130–170, in 1-point increments. Analytical Writing: Scored from 0–6, in half-point increments. Scores are valid for five years. Acceptance: Accepted by thousands of graduate programs worldwide, including many MBA and Law programs. The GRE General Test aims to provide graduate admissions committees with a reliable measure of skills essential for success in a demanding academic environment.