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Jiya Tyagi12 Jul, 2025
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GRE dates 2025: Preparing for the GRE in 2025, whether candidates plan to apply to graduate programs in the US, Canada, Europe, or other international destinations, choosing the right exam date is an important first step.
GRE is probably on the candidates' must-do checklist if they want to study abroad. Candidates must know how to register and when to take it before they start preparing. Everything is explained in this section, including test dates, costs, subject exam schedules, cancellation policies, and how to submit their results.
Students are planning to take GRE 2025 and prefer an in-person experience, GRE General Test is available at authorized test centers across India. This section highlights where the test is offered, how frequently you can take it, and what to keep in mind when selecting your test date.
GRE General Test is available all year in India. Students can choose from several test dates each month in cities like:
| GRE Test Dates in India | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
City |
Test Centres |
July 2025 |
August 2025 |
September 2025 |
October 2025 |
|
Hyderabad |
Prometric ITII020A / ITII015A / APCU-8908, ANCONS Warangal, ConquerIT Nizamabad |
1, 2, 7–11, 15–18, 21–24, 28–31 |
3–7, 11–14, 18–21, 25, 26, 28 |
1–5, 8–10, 15–18, 22, 23, 25, 29, 30 |
1, 5–8, 13–16, 21–23, 27–30 |
|
Delhi NCR |
Council for American Education, Prometric Gurgaon (Multiple) |
1, 2, 4, 7–11, 15–18, 21–25, 28–30 |
3–7, 10–15, 18–22, 24–29 |
1–5, 8–11, 15–19, 22–25, 29, 30 |
3, 5–8, 13–16, 20, 22, 23, 27–31 |
|
Bengaluru |
IDomain Koramangala, Prometric Whitefield, APCU-8918 |
1, 2, 4, 7–11, 15–18, 21–25, 28–31 |
3–7, 10–15, 18–22, 24–29 |
1–5, 8–11, 15–19, 22–25, 29 |
3, 5–8, 13–16, 20, 22, 23, 27–31 |
|
Pune |
Grad Dreams (Multiple), Vishwakarma Institute of Technology |
2, 4, 7–11, 15–18, 22–25, 29–31 |
3–7, 10–15, 18–22, 24–29 |
1–5, 8–12, 15–19, 22–25, 29, 30 |
1, 3, 5–8, 13–16, 20–23, 27–31 |
|
Chennai |
Prometric, D Preston EdTech |
1, 7–10, 15–17, 21–24, 28–31 |
3–7, 10–12, 14, 18–21, 25, 26, 28 |
1–5, 8–12, 15–18, 22, 23, 25, 29 |
3, 5–8, 13–16, 22, 23, 27–30 |
|
Other Cities |
Tirupati, Kolkata, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Chandigarh, Cochin, Coimbatore, Patna, Manipal |
Available throughout July–October |
Varies by city; check ETS portal |
Varies by city; check ETS portal |
Varies by city; check ETS portal |
Students who prefer to take the GRE in a familiar setting may find the Home Edition to be a useful option. With its year-round availability, candidates can plan the test from the comfort of their own home at any time of day that works for their schedule. What candidates need, how it operates, and why it might be the best option for candidates are all covered in this section.
Students who live in locations where test slots are limited or who would prefer not to drive to a test center may find GRE Home Edition ideal. It is identical to the exam that is offered at centers in terms of format, difficulty, and scoring procedure.
| GRE Home Edition Dates Table | |
|---|---|
|
Metro Cities in India |
GRE Test at Home - Available Dates |
|
Delhi |
July 2025: 1–5, 7–12, 15–19, 21–26, 28–31 |
|
Noida |
July 2025: 1–5, 7–12, 15–19, 21–26, 28–31 |
|
Mumbai |
July 2025: 1–5, 7–12, 15–19, 21–26, 28–31 |
|
Chennai |
June 2025: 1–5, 7–12, 15–19, 21–26, 28–31 |
|
Kolkata |
June 2025: 1–5, 7–12, 15–19, 21–26, 28–31 |
The GRE test fee for students registering from India is INR 22,000. This amount encompasses the GRE application fee, GRE form fees, and the GRE General Test fee, all of which are collectively referred to as the GRE registration fee. For candidates who wish to take the GRE Subject Test, an additional fee of INR 14,500 applies. Therefore, the total fee for the GRE Subject Test is approximately INR 14,500.
GRE Subject Test is likely to be necessary by the university if candidates are applying to more specialized programs, like psychology, mathematics, or physics. Schools use these tests to assess your knowledge of the subject you want to study further.
Subject tests are not available year-round like the GRE General Test. Since they are only available during certain times.
|
GRE Subject Test Schedule (2025) |
|
|---|---|
|
Test Window |
Scores Available On |
|
April 7 to April 20, 2025 |
May 6, 2025 |
|
September 8 to September 21, 2025 |
September 29, 2025 |
|
October 13 to October 26, 2025 |
November 3, 2025 |
Candidates might have to reschedule or cancel their GRE test date, whether it's because of health concerns, travel difficulties, or a need for additional study time. ETS allows candidates the freedom to do both, which is fantastic. However, before making any adjustments, candidates should be aware of the deadlines along with the costs.
Log in to your ETS account
Go to "My Tests" section
Select your test appointment
Click on Reschedule or Cancel
Follow the instructions and make payment if required
Important Considerations for the Rescheduling and Cancellation Process
| Important Considerations for the Rescheduling and Cancellation Process | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Action |
Deadline |
Fee or Refund |
|
Reschedule |
4 or more days before the test |
50 US dollars rescheduling fee |
|
Cancel |
4 or more days before test |
50 % refund of test fee |
|
No-show |
Less than 4 days before or no-show |
No refund |
Registering for the GRE is a simple process, but it’s important to get every step right, especially the candidate's details, since they must match the candidate's ID exactly. Whether candidates are taking the GRE at a test center or at home, the registration process starts online through the ETS website. Check below the step-by-step process to register for GRE:
Go to the ETS website: Visit www.ets.org and click on “Sign In” or “Create Account.”
Fill in your details: Enter your name, date of birth, and other personal information exactly as it appears on your passport.
Choose your test type: Select between GRE General Test or Subject Test.
Select the testing method: Decide if you want to take it at a center or from home.
Pick a test date and location: Browse through available dates and choose a time that fits your schedule.
Enter ID details: For Indian students, a valid passport is required.
Pay the test fee: Use a debit/credit card or other accepted payment options to confirm your registration.
Get confirmation: After payment, you’ll receive an email with your test date, instructions, and login details if you’re taking the home edition.
