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GRE in Pakistan

The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) is a standardized test conducted and designed by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) and is commonly required for admission to Masters and PhDs in universities globally, including Pakistan. In Pakistan, the GRE test is conducted by the United States Education Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP). It assesses students’ college-level verbal and quantitative skills. If you’re planning to take the GRE in Pakistan, here is some information you may find helpful:

Forms of GRE Test

One of the most crucial exams for graduate school admissions around the world is the GRE. The Educational Testing Service is in charge of administering the test (ETS). It is available both online and on paper.

Computer-Based GRE Test Paper-Based GRE Test 
The computer-based test is offered year-round at testing centers around the worldThe paper-based test is offered only in areas where the computer-based test is not available
The computer-based test allows for more frequent testing opportunities and instant score results.The paper-based test may be preferred by some individuals who prefer taking tests with pencil and paper.

GRE Time Frame

The test lasts around 3 hours and 45 minutes, but with the additional breaks, it lasts about 4 hours and 30 minutes.

GRE Test Sections

Electronic Based

SubjectTimeNo. of QuestionsScore
Analytical Writing45 minutes10-6
Analytical Writing30 minutes1
Verbal30 minutes30200-800
Quantitative45 minutes28200-800
 Paper – Based
SubjectTimeNo. of QuestionsScore
Analytical Writing145 minutes10-6
Analytical Writing230 minutes1
Verbal (2 Sections)30 minutes (per section)38 (per section)200-800
Quantitative (2 sections)31 minutes (per section)30 (per section)200-800

Negative GRE Marking

There are no negative points on the Graduate Record Examination. As a result, test-takers will not be penalized for providing a wrong answer. As there is no negative marking in this test, it is preferable to guess rather than leave blank any questions that you are doubtful of.

GRE Test Dates in Pakistan 2023 and 2024

At USEFP testing centers, The GRE revised General Test is offered four days a week, Monday through Thursday, throughout the year. For GRE Subject, it is offered after every 2 weeks, throughout the year.

GRE Registration in Pakistan

GRE Online Registration: In Pakistan, you can schedule and register for your GRE General Test online at https://www.ets.org/gre, and make payment through a credit card.

USEFP Centre Registration: You can also register for the GRE test in Pakistan by visiting any of the USEFP centers in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi, depending upon your location.

GRE Exam Fees in Pakistan

The GRE’s fee varies by region and test center location but the GRE test fee in Pakistan is $220. You should check the official website for the most recent information as the fee is subject to change.

Testing & Services Fees
TestFee
The GRE® revised General Test FeeUS$205
The GRE® Subject Test FeeUS$150
Rescheduling feeUS$50
Partial Refund AmountUS$97.50

GRE Pakistan Helpline

GRE in Pakistan is conducted by USEFP, and you can contact them in the following ways:

testing@usefp.org (Islamabad)Tel: 051-2272708
testing.khi@usefp.org (Karachi)Tel: 021-35879759-60

ID Policy for GRE Test in Pakistan

All the candidates are required to bring their passports, or CNICs with them, along with the confirmation email proof. For paper-based tests, the candidates are advised to bring a lead pencil and an eraser with them for rough work.

Books to prepare for the GRE Test in Pakistan

Students going to take the GRE in Pakistan can use these books to prepare for the test. These books are not official guides but are published by private publishers, and it’s totally the student’s discretion which book he/she follows.

  • The Official Guide to the GRE General Test by ETS
  • The Princeton Review GRE Prep
  • Manhattan Prep GRE
  • Barron’s GRE
  • Kaplan GRE Prep Plus
  • Maghoosh GRE Prep

Prepare GRE in Pakistan with Java HTS

At Java HTS, our GRE preparation program is meant to provide you with the abilities, information, and self-assurance you need to perform well on test day. We have professional GRE tutors who help you with Quantitative and Verbal sections, and prepare you well for the test. Our GRE tutors are available online, and so far our online tutors in Pakistan have benefited hundreds of students to take admissions to their choice universities in the US, Canada, and around the world. Hire a GRE tutor in Lahore, Islamabad, Karachi, or anywhere globally now to be our success story: https://javahts.com/gre-tutors 

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Ayesha Liaqat
Ayesha Liaqathttp://javahts.com
Ayesha is a blogger at Java HTS. She has done Bachelor's (Hons) in English Language and Literature and writes about education and its impact on people's life.

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