Go to the ETS GRE Registration page (see Resources). Scroll down the page and, under the heading "Register to Test in the United States," click "Online Registration."
On the new page that opens, select your country, and a window will open that includes information if computer-based GRE test is available in your area. Click "Register online for the computer-based General Test."
When the next page appears, select your state and click "Next." On the new screen, choose the option to "Schedule An Exam." Review the information on the new page. You will be able to pay for your exam using Visa, MasterCard, American Express, JCB or Discover credit card. When your review is finished, click "Next."
Review the policy notice and choose "I agee" to continue. Select "Next." On the following screen, select the type of exam you will be taking and then choose, "Next."
Select the location for the GRE that is most convenient for you, and click the "Schedule An Exam" option to the right of the exam location. On the next screen, choose the option to "Find available seats in a 3-month period." You can then select the specific date that will work best for you once you hit "Go."
Select a specific date and start time for your test. Complete all registration information and move on to the payment page. The fee for the General GRE Test is $160, and once you have completed your payment information, you can review your registration. A confirmation email will be sent to you once the registration is complete.
Call 1-800-GRE-CALL between the hours of 8 a.m. and 7:45 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday.
Have your payment information ready when you speak with the operator. You will need to use an American Express, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, or VISA credit card to pay.
Once your payment has been processed and your test date reserved, you will be given a testing confirmation number. Write down the confirmation number and store it in a safe place. Write your test date and testing location on your calendar.
Download and complete all required information on the Authorization Voucher Request Form (see Resources).
Mail the completed form and your payment to the address indicated on your voucher. Do not send cash with your voucher. You may send a payment by check, money order, VISA, American Express, Discover, JCB or MasterCard.
When you receive your voucher (within four weeks of mailing your form), call the telephone number listed on the voucher and schedule your appointment. Write down the date and time of your appointment.