By Radhika Published: 7 Jan, 2025 Image: Pinterest

GMAT vs. GRE: Choosing the Right Test for You

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GMAT is a computer-based adaptive test conducted by GMAC. GMAT is taken by students seeking admission to master's programs in management, business, or MBA worldwide.

GMAT

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GRE is conducted by ETS. The full form of the GRE is ‘Graduate Record Examination.’ It is a worldwide accepted standard test for candidates planning to pursue graduate programs (MS, business or LAW). 

GRE

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GMAT:Age Limit: 18 years
No. of attempts: 5 times in a year and 8 times in their lifetime.
GRE:Age Limit: No specific age bar set by ETS.
No. of attempts: 5 times in a calendar year, with at least 21 days of cooling off.

Eligibility

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GMAT:
Mode: Online, CBT
Total sections: 3 - QA, VR & DI
Test Duration: 2 hr 15 min (with one optional 10-minute break) 
GRE:
Mode: Online, CBT
Total Sections: 3 - VR, QR, and AW
Test Duration: 1 hr 58 min

Test Format

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GMAT:
Scaled on a band of 205-805
GRE:
VR & QR: 130 to 170
AW: 0 to 6
Scaled on a band of: 260 – 340

Scoring

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GMAT: Throughout the year.
GRE: GRE dates are available all around the year.
Candidates can register online for the GMAT and GRE at any time of their convenience.

Test Frequency

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Opt for the exam according to the course you are planning to study.
GMAT is used for admission to master's programs in management, business or MBA worldwide.
GRE for admissions to graduate, business and Law programs.

Conclusion

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