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GRE General Test Mock Tests, Syllabus & Complete Exam Guide
Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) General Test. Practise 20 full-length mock tests on the official pattern, drill every topic, and get the eligibility, syllabus, cut-off, rank and college details you need — all in one place.
By the ExamguruX Editorial TeamReviewed for pattern accuracy against ETS (Educational Testing Service)Last updated 13 October 2026
GRE General Test full-length mock tests
Attempt 20 full-length GRE General Test mock tests built on the official 54-question pattern. The first mock is free — every test comes with instant results and a step-by-step solution for each question.
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GRE General Test topic-wise tests & syllabus
108 topic tests across 2 subjects — a focused set of 15 tests for every topic in the GRE General Test syllabus, tagged with approximate exam weightage so you practise where the marks are.
108 topic-wise tests · 15 per topic across 2 subjects. Pick a subject, expand a topic, and start drilling.
A few real GRE General Test questions with answers and step-by-step solutions, in the exact style of the full mock tests.
Verbal ReasoningSample 1
Which word best completes the text?
"The claim was ___, based on a forged document."
A.obsequious
B.spurious
C.succinct
D.credulous
Solution: "spurious" means false or fake, which is exactly what the context describes.
Quantitative ReasoningSample 2
x > 0
Quantity A: x²
Quantity B: x
A.Quantity A is greater.
B.Quantity B is greater.
C.The two quantities are equal.
D.The relationship cannot be determined from the information given.
Solution: If x = 1/2, x² < x; if x = 2, x² > x; if x = 1 they are equal — not determinable.
About the GRE General Test exam
Admission to master's, MBA, specialised master's and doctoral programmes at universities and business schools worldwide.
About the GRE
The GRE General Test measures verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning and analytical writing. Since September 2023 it has been a shorter, roughly two-hour test with one essay.
Many programmes accept either the GRE or the GMAT; check each programme's requirements.
How these mocks help
Twenty full Verbal + Quant mocks follow the official question counts, with a large share of Quantitative Comparison and computed problems. Every question has a worked solution, and no question repeats across the twenty mocks.
GRE General Test eligibility & exam pattern
Check whether you meet the GRE General Test eligibility criteria and understand exactly how the paper is structured and marked before you plan your preparation.
Eligibility criteria
Who can take it
Anyone — there are no age or qualification limits.
Retakes
Once every 21 days, up to five times in any rolling 12-month period.
Score validity
Five years from the test date.
ID
A valid passport is usually required for test takers in India.
Exam pattern & marking
Subject
Questions
Marks
Analytical WritingAnalyse an Issue, 30 minutes (not included in these mocks)
1 task
0–6
Verbal ReasoningTwo sections: 12 questions in 18 min and 15 questions in 23 min
27
130–170
Quantitative ReasoningTwo sections: 12 questions in 21 min and 15 questions in 26 min
27
130–170
Total
NaN
340
The GRE General Test takes about 1 hour 58 minutes: one Analytical Writing task (30 minutes), two Verbal Reasoning sections (12 questions in 18 minutes and 15 in 23 minutes) and two Quantitative Reasoning sections (12 questions in 21 minutes and 15 in 26 minutes). Verbal and Quant are section-level adaptive and scored 130–170; there is no penalty for wrong answers. These mocks cover the 54 Verbal and Quant questions in 88 minutes, including Quantitative Comparison. Verbal practice here is sentence-level — text completion, vocabulary in context, grammar, transitions and logic — rather than long reading passages, which are not yet included.
Duration: 88 minutes (Verbal + Quant).
How to prepare for GRE General Test
A fresher-friendly GRE General Test roadmap — understand the paper first, follow a month-by-month plan, build a weekly routine and peak with reviewed full-length mocks.
Beginner-friendly roadmap
Your GRE General Test plan: first day to exam day
Start with the paper structure, build concepts in layers, then use timed practice and review to turn preparation into a repeatable score.
Coverage2 subjects
Exam clock88 minutes (Verbal + Quant)
MarkingThe GRE General Test takes about 1 hour 58 minutes: one Analytical Writing task (30 minutes), two Verbal Reasoning sections (12 questions in 18 minutes and 15 in 23 minutes) and two Quantitative Reasoning sections (12 questions in 21 minutes and 15 in 26 minutes). Verbal and Quant are section-level adaptive and scored 130–170; there is no penalty for wrong answers. These mocks cover the 54 Verbal and Quant questions in 88 minutes, including Quantitative Comparison. Verbal practice here is sentence-level — text completion, vocabulary in context, grammar, transitions and logic — rather than long reading passages, which are not yet included.
The first 12 weeks
A plan a fresher can actually follow
Have less than three months? Keep the sequence and shorten each phase rather than skipping mock review.
Month 1
Understand the paper and build your base
Read the official pattern first, then make a realistic subject map for 2 subjects. Begin with Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning. Focus on concepts before speed.
Take one diagnostic topic test. Its purpose is to find gaps, not to judge your score.
Month 2
Finish the core syllabus through practice
Cover the remaining syllabus, while revising Month 1 every week. Move from untimed questions to short timed sets.
Keep a single error log: concept missed, why it happened and the correct method.
Month 3
Build exam temperament with mocks
Use the real exam time limit (88 minutes (Verbal + Quant)) in full-length practice. Review every mock longer than it took to attempt it; the review is where improvement happens.
Turn each weak area from your error log into a 30–45 minute repair session.
Your repeatable week
The study loop that makes revision stick
1
Learn
Read one focused concept block and make a short revision sheet.
2
Solve
Immediately answer topic questions; do not wait until you have ‘finished’ the syllabus.
3
Review
Log mistakes by concept, not just by score. Revisit them after 2–3 days.
4
Simulate
Use a timed section or mock to practise decisions under the clock.
Mock-test ladder
Don’t start with a full mock every day
Month 1: topic tests after each completed concept.
Month 2: one timed sectional test each week, plus error-log revision.
Month 3: one or two full mocks weekly under the real 88 minutes (Verbal + Quant) clock.
GRE General Test-specific priorities
What to focus on as you move through the plan
1
Master Quantitative Comparison
About a third of Quant questions compare two quantities. Learn to test special values (0, 1, negatives, fractions) quickly.
2
Build vocabulary in context
Text Completion and Sentence Equivalence reward knowing precise meanings. Learn words with example sentences, not word lists alone.
3
Pace each section
Under two minutes per question: answer what you can, flag the rest and return.
Final 7 days
Revise your short notes and error log; do not begin major new topics.
Take only the number of mocks you can properly review; protect sleep and routine.
Confirm the official admit-card instructions, reporting time, centre and permitted items.
Want personal support?
Request an online trainer for your GRE General Test preparation.
Get help with your study plan, difficult concepts and mock-test review, subject to trainer availability.
Use this practice benchmark to understand score ranges, qualifying cut-offs and the selection stages for GRE General Test. The conducting authority sets official merit and appointments.
GRE General Test marks vs. rank
Score range
Score
What it means
160+
Verbal or Quant
Competitive for many top programmes
150–159
Verbal or Quant
Around the middle of test takers
4.0+
Analytical Writing
Solid writing score for most programmes
Scores at a glance
Verbal Reasoning130–170
Indicative marks: 1-point steps
Quantitative Reasoning130–170
Indicative marks: 1-point steps
Analytical Writing0–6
Indicative marks: Half-point steps
Pattern and timing follow ETS's published GRE General Test format (since September 2023). Fees, dates and policies change — confirm on ets.org/gre.
Where GRE scores are used
GRE scores are accepted by thousands of graduate and business programmes worldwide.
Use
Where
Notes
Typical use
Master's and PhD programmes
USA, Canada, Europe, Asia
Most graduate schools
Programme-specific
MBA programmes
Global
Many business schools
Accepted alongside GMAT
A representative view of programmes and selection routes linked to GRE General Test. Confirm vacancies, stages and final appointments in the current official notice.
GRE General Test important dates
The typical GRE General Test timeline, from notification to counselling. Dates are tentative until the official notification is released.
Registration
Year-round on the ETS website
Test dates
Year-round; book 4–6 weeks before your application deadlines
Official scores
Usually within 8–10 days
GRE General Test — frequently asked questions
Quick, reliable answers to the questions GRE General Test aspirants ask most.
How long is the GRE?
About 1 hour 58 minutes, with one essay, two Verbal sections and two Quant sections.
Is there negative marking on the GRE?
No. Wrong answers are not penalised, so answer every question.
Do these mocks include the essay?
No. They cover the 54 Verbal and Quant questions; practise the Analyze an Issue task separately.
Official sources & references
Use ETS (Educational Testing Service)'s official sources below to verify the latest GRE General Test pattern, marking, eligibility, dates and notices. Exam details can change each cycle, so confirm current specifics before relying on them.