GRE Physics Test Registration: When and How to Sign Up?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the registration process for the GRE Physics test, specifically focusing on the timing and availability of registration for international students, particularly in India. Participants share their experiences and seek information regarding the registration timeline and any related issues.

Discussion Character

  • Homework-related
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant notes that the GRE Physics test is offered three times a year, but in India, it is only available in November.
  • Another participant suggests that registration may not open until August, directing others to check the website for updates.
  • Concerns are raised about the online registration process, with one participant finding it strange that registration appears closed despite the site stating it is open 24 hours a day.
  • A participant emphasizes the challenges faced by international students, mentioning earlier registration deadlines compared to US citizens and the variability of testing center availability.
  • One participant provides an update that registration for the Physics GRE is currently open on the ETS website, with November 8th mentioned as a potential test date.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express varying levels of uncertainty regarding the registration timeline and procedures, with no consensus on the exact start date for registration or the implications for international students.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention the need for timely registration due to differing deadlines for international students and the potential for changes in testing center availability, indicating a reliance on specific dates and conditions that may not be universally applicable.

Who May Find This Useful

Students preparing for the GRE Physics test, particularly those in international contexts or with specific registration concerns.

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Hello Everyone!

I am planning to appear for the GRE-Physics test this year. As most of you all know it is offered 3 times a year viz. October, November & April. However, in India (where I study) the subject test is offered only in the month of November.

The 2008-09 test dates are out, but when I tried registering online at this link on ETS site: https://web1.gre.org:446/gre/gremain_srv.htm, I get the message "Subject Registration is closed for this testing year" on the link. I assume it is for the 2007-08 testing year.

I am sure many here might be taking the test this year. Can someone tell me the tentative date or period when the online registration process starts? I don't want to miss out on the deadline since I have only one testing date.:frown: Please do post any GRE-Physics related info over here or PM me.

Warm Regards,
Reshma
 
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Looks like you may have to wait until August.

Check our Web site in August for the upcoming year's Subject Test registration information.
 
That's a little strange, although the site says online registration is open 24 hours a day.
 
Reshma said:
That's a little strange, although the site says online registration is open 24 hours a day.

Why is this strange? You wouldn't expect to be able to register for a test 100 years from now online, even if it were open 24 hours a day. This is just a matter of degree - they are apparently taking November reservations starting in August.
 
Well, it is an issue for international students especially because they have registration deadlines upto 2 weeks earlier than US citizens and the availability of a testing center is subject to change at any time of the year. So it is indeed necessary to register at the earliest date available during a testing year (not 100 years!).
 
FYI, it seems the registeration for the Physics GRE is open on the ETS website. November 8th seems to be the date.
 
Yes, I noticed it last week! :smile:
 

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