GRE Practice Test 2026 — Free GRE Exam Prep Questions
The GRE General Test is used for admission to graduate, business and some law programs. It measures verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning and analytical writing. Our practice set mirrors the shorter (about 2-hour) test, with text completion and reading comprehension items, quantitative comparison and problem-solving math, and questions on what readers reward in the Issue essay.
A bag contains 4 red marbles and 6 blue marbles. Two marbles are selected at random, one after the other, without replacement. What is the probability that both marbles are the same color?
GRE format, scoring & key facts
Computer-delivered at a test center or at home with a live remote proctor. Verbal and Quant are section-level adaptive: the second section's difficulty depends on performance on the first. An on-screen calculator is available for Quant · computer-adaptive.
| Structure | Analytical Writing (30 min) + 2 Verbal sections (12 Q/18 min, 15 Q/23 min) + 2 Quant sections (12 Q/21 min, 15 Q/26 min) |
|---|---|
| Total time | About 1 hour 58 minutes (shorter GRE since September 2023) |
| Scores | Verbal and Quant 130–170; Writing 0–6 |
| Adaptive | Section-level: the second section adjusts to your first-section performance |
| Calculator | On-screen: + − × ÷, square root, parentheses, memory, Transfer Display |
| Fee | $249 (from August 2026) |
| Retakes | Every 21 days, up to 5 times in 12 months |
| Score validity | 5 years |
Facts last verified Oct 17, 2026. Source: www.ets.org/gre/test-takers/general-test/prepare/test-structure.html. Always confirm details with ETS before your exam.
When can you take the GRE?
Offered year-round at test centers and at home; book an appointment online.
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What the GRE covers
Every PrepBanq GRE test covers the official content areas; the test owner does not publish weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Verbal Reasoning | 50% | ~27 | 75 questions → |
Quantitative Reasoning | 50% | ~27 | 75 questions → |
Analytical WritingOne 30-minute Analyze an Issue essay, scored 0–6. Not part of the multiple-choice practice bank. | — | — | 0 questions → |
How to register for the GRE
Retake policy
You can test once every 21 days, up to 5 times in any rolling 12-month period. ScoreSelect lets you choose which scores to send.
Score release
Official scores are available in about 8–10 days.
Credential renewal
Scores are reportable for 5 years.
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GRE FAQ
How many questions are on the GRE?
The GRE has 54 questions and you have 1 hour 58 minutes to finish. Question types: Verbal: Reading Comprehension (select one; select one or more; select-in-passage), Text Completion (1–3 blanks) and Sentence Equivalence (select two). Quant: Quantitative Comparison, multiple choice (select one or more), Numeric Entry and Data Interpretation sets. No partial credit on any question. Analytical Writing: one 30-minute Analyze an Issue task..
How long is the GRE exam?
Testing time for the GRE is 1 hour 58 minutes.
What is the passing score for the GRE?
GRE passing standard: No pass/fail: Verbal and Quant are each scored 130–170, Analytical Writing 0–6. Score range: 130–170 (Verbal, Quant); 0–6 (Writing).
How much does the GRE cost?
The GRE registration fee is $249 (from August 1, 2026; China $237.86). Rescheduling $55; additional score reports $40 each. Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the GRE?
The GRE covers Verbal Reasoning (about 50%), Quantitative Reasoning (about 50%), Analytical Writing.
Who administers the GRE?
The GRE General Test is administered by ETS. Delivery: Computer-delivered at a test center or at home with a live remote proctor. Verbal and Quant are section-level adaptive: the second section's difficulty depends on performance on the first. An on-screen calculator is available for Quant.
Can you retake the GRE?
You can test once every 21 days, up to 5 times in any rolling 12-month period. ScoreSelect lets you choose which scores to send.
Is there a free GRE practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free GRE practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real GRE formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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