GRE Eligibility and Criteria 2024
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GRE Eligibility and Criteria
- GRE Exam Eligibility 2024:
- The GRE General Test, conducted by ETS, is open to candidates without specific eligibility criteria.
- No age limits or educational qualifications are mandated for GRE 2024.
- GRE Eligibility Criteria:
- The GRE Exam has no specific educational prerequisites, making it accessible to all interested candidates.
- Typically used for master’s degree admissions, candidates often need an undergraduate degree in the relevant field.
- Age Requirement:
- ETS or universities abroad set no upper age limit for GRE exam registration.
- Candidates of any age can register for the GRE without restrictions.
- Qualification Requirement:
- While there is no mandatory qualification for the GRE, candidates are expected to have completed their undergraduate programs.
- Not all programs and universities require GRE scores for admission; it depends on the discretion of the institution and the specific course.
- ID Requirements (2024):
- Valid Indian passports with the candidate’s name, photograph, and signature are the only accepted primary ID for GRE 2024.
- Candidates must keep their valid Indian passports during GRE registration and carry them to the GRE Test Center for identification verification.
- No other documents are accepted as part of the GRE eligibility criteria.
- Gap Years and GRE Eligibility (2024):
- Candidates taking a gap year or two for competitive exam preparation or other reasons do not face any eligibility restrictions for the GRE.
- Re-attempts and Eligibility:
- Per ETS guidelines, candidates can attempt the GRE up to 5 times in a rolling year.
- A mandatory 21-day cooling-off period between attempts allows candidates to refine their preparation strategies.
- Accommodations for GRE Exam (2024) Eligibility:
- Test takers requiring accommodations during the GRE should apply to authorities for an accommodation-friendly test center before registering.
- Eligible candidates will receive confirmation from ETS, enabling them to proceed with GRE test booking.
- Nationality and GRE Exam Eligibility:
- Candidates of all nationalities are eligible to take the GRE.
- There are no restrictions based on nationality for GRE test takers.
- GRE Home Edition Eligibility (2024):
- In response to COVID-19, ETS introduced the GRE at Home option for increased accessibility.
- Candidates must meet mandatory system requirements for home testing, including specific computer, speaker, microphone, and camera specifications.
- System Requirements for GRE at Home:
- Computer Requirements:
- Desktop or laptop (no tablets or mobile devices)
- Approved operating system (Windows 10 or 8 for PC, Mac OS X 10.5 or higher for Mac)
- Chrome or Firefox browser (no multiple monitors)
- Speaker Requirements:
- Internal or external speaker (no headsets or earphones)
- Microphone Requirements:
- Internal or external microphone (not part of a headset)
- Camera Requirements:
- Built-in or separate webcam with 360-degree view capability
- Environment and Testing Space:
- Private room with no interruptions
- Not allowed in public spaces
- Doors closed during the test.
- Tabletop and seating requirements for computer setup
- Clothing and appearance guidelines for visibility and appropriateness
- Note-taking Materials:
- Restrictions on note-taking materials for security purposes
- Permitted materials include a small desktop whiteboard or a sheet of paper inside a transparent sheet protector with an erasable marker.
- Test Center Requirements (2024):
- Candidates must bring their face masks and hand sanitizers to GRE test centers as part of eligibility guidelines.