The GRE is conducted throughout the year for admission to top universities in the US, the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, and more. Since thousands of students take the exam every month, it helps to know where the GRE test centers in India are located so you can book the one nearest to you. If you live in a metro city, finding a GRE exam center near you is usually easy, but if you are in a smaller town, it becomes important to plan your travel and choose the right location in advance.

In India, the GRE can be taken in two ways - at an authorised test centre or from home through the GRE at Home option. Both follow the same test content, format, and scoring.

GRE Test Centers in India

Aspirants often search for "GRE test centers near me," and choosing the right location matters because travel time on test day can affect your performance. ETS operates GRE test centres in most major Indian cities, including:

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  Delhi NCR
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  Mumbai
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  Bengaluru
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  Hyderabad
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  Chennai
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  Kolkata
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  Pune
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  Ahmedabad
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  Chandigarh
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  and many other cities across India

Because test centres, addresses, and seat availability are updated regularly by ETS, the most accurate and current list of GRE exam centers in India is always available inside the official ETS registration portal. To find your nearest GRE test center:

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   Create or log in to your account on the official ETS website.
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   Select the GRE General Test and choose "Test Center" as your option.
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   Enter your city or area to view the available GRE test locations near you.
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   Select an available date and time to confirm your slot.

We recommend booking early, especially during the peak application months, as centre seats in popular cities can fill up quickly.

GRE Test Centers Rules and Regulations

There is a uniform set of regulations across all GRE test centers in India. Keep the following in mind on test day:

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  You will need to sign a confidentiality statement and a test centre log before and after the test, and whenever you enter or leave the room.
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  Scratch paper (or an erasable noteboard) is provided at the centre and must be returned in full after the test. It cannot be used during any break.
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  GRE test centres use standard QWERTY keyboards.
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  If you face any issue with your computer, raise your hand and the test administrator will assist you.
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  All GRE test locations are under video surveillance.
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  Personal calculators are not allowed. An on-screen calculator is available for the Quantitative Reasoning section.
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  Personal belongings such as phones and bags must be stored away as per centre rules and cannot be accessed during the test.

GRE at Home

Apart from test centres, ETS offers the GRE General Test at Home, which is a permanent testing option available in India. The at-home test is identical in content, format, and scoring to the centre-based test, and is monitored by a human proctor in real time.

To take the GRE at Home, you need a computer that meets ETS's equipment and environment requirements, a reliable internet connection, a quiet and private room, and a valid passport for ID verification. The at-home option also includes accommodations for students with disabilities, such as screen magnification and extended time, on prior approval.

Note that the GRE at Home option is available in most countries but is not offered in Mainland China and Iran. The GRE Subject Test is not available at home in India and must be taken at an authorised test centre.

What to Bring to the GRE Test Center?

Students must follow the ID and material rules laid out by ETS for every GRE test center. The requirements differ slightly between the General Test and Subject Test.

For the General Test:

The most important requirement is a valid original passport as your primary ID. The name on your ID must exactly match the name used in your GRE registration. If there is any discrepancy, you may be asked for a supplementary ID, so it is wise to carry a second valid ID as backup. Without acceptable ID, you will not be permitted to take the test, and your seat and fee may be forfeited.

For the Subject Test:

The requirements are the same as the General Test, with one addition — you should carry sharpened HB pencils and erasers, as the Subject Tests involve answering on paper.

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