The GRE General Test was overhauled in September 2023 and this format continues through 2026. It is now the shortest, most focused version in the test's history — under 2 hours, fully section-adaptive, with every answer counting.
| Section | Questions | Time | Score Range | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Analytical Writing (AWA) "Analyze an Issue" — only task since 2023 update | 1 essay task | 30 min | 0 – 6 (0.5 increments) | Fixed · Always first |
| Verbal Reasoning Section 1: 12 Qs · Section 2: 15 Qs | 27 total | 41 min 18 + 23 min | 130 – 170 (1-point increments) | Section-adaptive |
| Quantitative Reasoning Section 1: 12 Qs · Section 2: 15 Qs | 27 total | 47 min 21 + 26 min | 130 – 170 (1-point increments) | Section-adaptive |
| ⏱️ Total | 54 questions + 1 AWA task | 1 hr 58 min | 260–340 + AWA | No breaks · No negative marking |
Reading Comprehension — passages with inference and analysis questions.
Text Completion — 1–3 blanks; choose the correct words from options.
Sentence Equivalence — choose 2 words that give the sentence the same meaning.
High school–level maths: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Data Analysis.
Question types: Quantitative Comparison, Multiple Choice (single and multiple answer), and Numeric Entry. On-screen calculator available.
One 30-minute essay: Analyse an Issue. Present a reasoned position on a general statement. Scored by a trained human rater and AI — the average of both is your AWA score.
ETS does not publish official cutoffs — scores required vary by university and program. Use this as a planning benchmark. IMFS counsellors will set your precise target based on your specific shortlist.
| Score Band | Verbal + Quant | University Tier | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| 325 – 340 | 163+ each section | Elite (Top 10) | MIT, Stanford, CMU, Caltech, Harvard |
| 315 – 324 | 157+ each section | Top 20–50 | Georgia Tech, UIUC, Purdue, UT Austin |
| 305 – 314 | 152+ each section | Top 50–100 | USC, Arizona State, Indiana, Syracuse |
| 295 – 304 | 147+ each section | Tier 2–3 | Many state universities, MS programs |
| Below 295 | — | Limited options | Retake strongly recommended |
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Six principles Prof. K.P. Singh and our faculty recommend to every GRE student — distilled from 27+ years of coaching experience.
Early prep gives time for a retake if needed, allows gradual vocabulary building, and eliminates last-minute pressure. Most IMFS students who hit 320+ started 5–6 months before the exam.
15–20 GRE words per day via InWords builds a 1,500+ word foundation in 3 months — enough to shift Verbal from 148 to 158+. Spaced repetition is built into the app.
GRE Reading Comprehension draws from academic writing. IMFS provides curated reading material — physical and digital — via our Learning Portal to build comprehension speed and critical thinking.
Consistency beats cramming in Quant. Work across all four topic areas daily: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, and Data Analysis. Review every wrong answer — understand the reasoning, not just the correct option.
AWA cannot improve without structured feedback. Submit one essay per week to your IMFS mentor. Focus on argument depth, evidence quality, and structure — not just grammar.
A full IMFS mock test every 2–3 weeks under real exam conditions. After each test, analyse mistakes with your mentor and adjust your plan. The pattern of your errors is your roadmap to a higher score.
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