Usually, you would be nervous the moment you start writing the essay. If you are confident with your essays and go through them properly, it really helps. An average score of 3 or more usually proves enough.īut the section is important as it sets the tone for the exam. The essays do not affect your admission, especially if you plan to make it in the Engineering. Hugely under-rated but vital in the process.

This one is the most tricky section of the GRE. Lets split this into 3 parts as the GRE does. The success formula is just staying calm through those 3 odd hours and doing what you have been doing for the past month or so, solve questions as efficiently as you can. GRE tests your nerves, that’s what I have figured out. It was slightly unexpected as I scored my maximum on the actual GRE than any other practice tests, but it was a pleasant surprise.

I gave my GRE on 25th March and scored 1450 (790Q + 660V) and a 4.5 on AWA.