GRE exam dates 2026: Test Centres, Fees, Registration

Checkout the upcoming GRE exam dates given in this article. GRE is a computer delivered test  conducted round the year at about 1000 test centres worldwide in more than 160 countries to get admission into the best business schools, universities to pursue higher studies overseas.The GRE exam is one of the most coveted exams that evaluates the student’s analytical abilities and decision making skills in dynamic situations. The GRE exam score validity is 5 years.

For the ease of students GRE test is conducted in paper delivery mode also in the remote places with zero internet facility. In India, the GRE test is conducted in online mode and corresponding GRE exam dates in different cities have been released by ETS. All you need to know is exam dates, slots, venue and right time to appear. To help you in your GRE journey, we have prepared a perfect blog with simple steps that will aid you in securing admission in your dream university.

How to pick the GRE test dates

While booking the GRE test, please keep in mind about your university application deadlines. Because your scores need to reach the university prior to the application deadline. The process is like, after taking the test you will be given an option to accept or cancel the scores. If you click accept, then the scores will automatically reach the designated universities in about 10-15 days. And then universities will take further a couple of days to process your application. 

Hence while confirming your test date, ensure that you leave enough time for the application process to be completed from the University side(before the deadline).

Table of Contents

• How to pick the GRE test dates
• When you should take the GRE test?
• GRE Test Eligibility
• GRE Home Test
• Latest Update on GRE Exam
• GRE exam dates and Test Centres in India 2026
• GRE Exam dates 2026 in India
• GRE exam dates for New Delhi 2026
• GRE exam dates for Mumbai 2026
• GRE exam dates for Chennai 2026
• GRE exam dates for Pune 2026
• GRE exam dates for Bengaluru 2026
• GRE exam dates for Hyderabad 2026
• GRE exam dates for kolkata 2026
• GRE exam dates for Ahmedabad 2026
• GRE exam dates for Chandigarh 2026
• GRE exam dates for Thiruvananthapuram 2026
• GRE Subject Test 2026
• GRE Fees and Special handling request charges
• How to Register for GRE Exam 2026?
• Handy documents on GRE Test day
• FAQs about GRE exam dates

When you should take the GRE test?

The GRE exam is conducted throughout the year at prometric test centres in India. Candidates often feel anxious about when to take the GRE exam. Experts advise that the first GRE attempt could be 60-70 days before your university's admission deadline. This will help you to get enough time to go for a second GRE attempt, if your exam results were not satisfactory.

GRE Test Eligibility 

Before taking the GRE Exam, the foremost thing you should check is whether the college you planned accepts GRE scores. Begin with your registration procedure only after confirming the program’s/ University’s eligibility criteria to which you intend to apply.

To know more about eligibility, please read GRE Exam eligibility details.

GRE Home Test

For students convenience, The GRE General Home Test is available around the clock, 7 days a week, with appointments available as early as 24 hours after you register. To appear for the GRE test from home, it is essential for the candidates to meet the Equipment and Environment Requirements mentioned on the official ET GRE website.

Latest Update on GRE Exam 2026

GRE exam which has duration currently under 4 hours will be shortened to just under 2 hours from September 22, 2026, as notified recently by ETS. This new change will help to reduce the test taking fatigue among students.

GRE Exam dates and Test Centres in India 2026

The Computer based GRE Test occurs every month in India on all days excluding weekends and public/general designated holidays.  Applicants can check the GRE exam dates/slots availability at their selected test centres and proceed further with the registration Process.

There are two types of GRE tests, the GRE General and GRE Subject test. Here we have provided you with the list of dates available for GRE General exam in  2026.

GRE Exam dates 2026 in India

GRE Exam dates for New Delhi 2026

GRE Exam Dates for Mumbai  2026

GRE Exam Dates for Chennai- 2026

GRE Exam Dates for Pune  2026

GRE Exam Dates for Bengaluru  2026

GRE Exam Dates for Hyderabad  2026

GRE Exam Dates for Kolkata  2026

GRE Exam Dates for Ahmedabad  2026

GRE Exam Dates for Chandigarh  2026

GRE Exam Dates for Thiruvananthapuram  2026

GRE Exam Dates for Vijayawada 2026

Source: GRE Official Website

GRE Subject Test 2026

GRE Subject test dates are conducted up to three times a year in the months of September, October and April. 

For 2026-27 testing year, GRE Subject tests will be held worldwide on the following dates:

• September 8, 2026, through September 21, 2026
• October 13, 2026, through October 26, 2026
• April 20, 2026, through May 3, 2026

Prospective students can complete the GRE registration online through their ETS account or by mail. The registration for the GRE Subject test 2026-27 administrations will open in July, 2026.

Students can take the GRE Subject test once every 14 days. This applies even if you canceled your previously taken test scores. 

Source: GRE Official Website (for subject-test)

The GRE subject test evaluates the student's ability in a particular chosen subject. The total duration for the GRE Subject test is 2hr 50 minutes. Candidates should appear test for one of the subjects  from the list given below:

• Mathematics
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Psychology

 Did you know that ETS also offers a GRE fee waiver through the GRE Fee Reduction Program for applicants with financial hardships? This program offers eligible applicants a 50% GRE fee waiver.

GRE Fees and Special handling request charges

The GRE General test fee in India is INR 22,000 ($228)  and GRE subject test fee is INR 14,500 ($150). Candidates have to pay an extra fee to avail additional services. If the Candidate is planning to cancel or reschedule their respective test date, then he/she is advised to do so not later than four days before the exam date otherwise the GRE exam fee would be forfeited.The charges to avail special handling requests are given below.

How to Register for the GRE Exam 2026?

In the process of GRE exam Registration through online, 

• Candidates are required to create an account with ETS- the conducting body of GRE- https://www.ets.org/gre. If you already have an account, then click the sign in option.
• Make sure that when you register your name should match with the valid identification document which is Passport.
• Select the preferred location and test centre.
• Look for the preferred exam day and available slots, choose and proceed further by paying the displayed GRE Registration fee. (please note that cash or net banking is not accepted. Make sure to have a credit/debit card handy).
• Soon you will receive a confirmation email from ETS stating your test choice, test date, test centre, and score recipients.

To facilitate the test takers with physical disabilities and health-related issues, ETS provides assistance services and reasonable accommodations. Required candidates must submit their accommodation/assistance request and get it approved by the ETS Disability Services before their scheduled GRE exam date. This entire process for the approval will take around six weeks from the day of receiving your application. Candidates can book their exam slot only after the accommodation/ assistance is confirmed.  

Handy documents on GRE Test day

Before going to the test centre to attend the exam, make sure to keep these documents handy

• For computer based General test: A valid passport, Confirmation email and authorized voucher (if applicable)
• For paper based General test (or) GRE subject test: A valid ID proof, confirmation email, pencil/pen for writing and rough work.

ETS- the conducting body of GRE Exam announced that they would be accepting Aadhar Cards temporarily of Indian Students appearing for GRE test as a part of their student ID starting July 1, 2021 onwards until further notice. The end of this news has not been announced yet.

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Key Takeaways:

• GRE General Test is conducted throughout the year at Prometric® test centres except on weekends and designated holidays. More information related to the same is available on the  ETS official website.
• Candidates should be mindful and make sure that their GRE score should reach the college/University before the deadline. Score reports/results are given approximately 10-15 days after your test date.
• GRE Aspirants can take the test up to five times continuously (once in 21 days) in a period of 12 months (365 days).

As we have given information about GRE exam dates 2026, you can choose the appropriate date among them once your preparation is done. We have also mentioned about the other details like how to choose dates, process of registration, special handling requests availability etc. make use of it if required.

Frequently asked questions about GRE exam dates

1. How many times GRE exam is conducted in a year?

The GRE exam is available to test-takers multiple times in an academic year. Students can take the GRE test once in every 21 days up to 5 times within any continuous 12 month period (365 days).

2. Which month is best for GRE exam?

Say, If your application deadline is in the month of December then you should attempt your GRE exam in September or October. Because the score results will be given after 10-15 days of your exam completion and you will have scope to retake the exam if the result is not satisfactory.

3. Is GRE online in  2026?

The computer delivered test GRE happens every month (all days) in India excluding weekends and public/general holidays. ETS has recently offered the GRE Test at Home, which is available if the applicant meets the system modification requirements set by them.

4. Is 2 months enough to study for GRE?

Yes, If you create a proper study time-table, 8 weeks is sufficient to prepare for the GRE exam. You can achieve your targeted score in 2 months of preparation.

5. What is GRE fees in India?

The fee for the GRE exam in India is approximately ₹22,000 INR (USD 1 = 85.71INR). For the GRE Subject test you are required to pay a Fee of ₹14,500. Know more about GRE Exam Fee details here.

6. What is the total duration of the GRE exam? 

The duration of the GRE General test is 1 hour 58 minutes. The GRE syllabus is made up of three sections- Analytical writing, Verbal Reasoning, and Quantitative reasoning. For the GRE subject test, the total duration is 2 hours 50 minutes

7. What happens if the applicant's registration information is inconsistent?

If the violation is identified after registration but before the test administration, then the testing appointment will be cancelled and test fees will be forfeited. If the violation is identified after test scores have been reported, the invalid scores will be cancelled, score recipients will be notified of the cancellation and test fees will be forfeited.

8. Which city is best for the GRE in India?