The GRE General Test costs US$237.86 in China, compared with US$249 everywhere else. If you take it at a test centre in mainland China, you register through an NEEA account, not your ETS account, and you must reschedule or cancel at least 10 days before your test.
How much the GRE costs in China
ETS states its fees in US dollars. Its fee table has two lines for the General Test: China at $237.86 and all other areas of the world at $249. China is the only location ETS prices separately, so the GRE is slightly cheaper there than anywhere else. ETS's China site shows the same figures.
| Fee | Amount (US$) |
|---|---|
| GRE General Test, China | $237.86 |
| Rescheduling fee, China | $55.43 |
| Changing your test centre | $55 |
| Additional Score Report, per recipient | $40 |
| Score Review for Analytical Writing | $60 |
| Score Reinstatement | $50 |
ETS does not publish a renminbi (RMB) price on its own pages. For mainland test-centre registrations, the Bulletin says to follow the instructions in your NEEA account for payment methods. China is not on ETS's list of places where tax is added on top of the fee at checkout. For how China compares with India, Japan, Korea and other countries, see our GRE fee by country table.
Registering for the GRE in mainland China: NEEA, not ETS
Most GRE test takers book through their ETS account. Mainland China is different. The GRE Information Bulletin says: if you are taking the General Test in mainland China and plan to test at a test centre, you must register online through an NEEA account. NEEA is China's National Education Examinations Authority. ETS's China site, takethegre.cn, links its "register now" button to NEEA's GRE site at gre.neea.edu.cn.
- Create an account on NEEA's GRE site and follow the registration steps there. The Bulletin says to use the instructions in your NEEA account for payment methods.
- Make sure the name on your account matches your ID exactly. ETS says your registered first and last name must match the name on your ID (excluding accents), or you won't be allowed to test.
- Choose a date that leaves time for your scores. ETS says you get your score report 8–10 days after your test date.
- Keep the 10-day rule in mind (explained below) so you don't lose your fee if plans change.
Two exceptions are worth knowing. GRE Subject Tests in mainland China are booked through your ETS account, according to the Bulletin. And the NEEA requirement is for mainland China only. For Hong Kong and Taiwan, the Bulletin says you can reschedule or cancel online or by contacting GRE Services, as with other ETS registrations.
GRE test dates and test centres in China
In most of the world, ETS says the GRE is available on a continuous basis throughout the year. Mainland China is one of four places with fewer dates: in mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Korea, the test is available up to three times per month. With fewer test days to choose from, it's worth booking as early as you can.
ETS doesn't publish a list of Chinese test centre cities on its fee or location pages. For a mainland test centre, you book your seat through your NEEA registration. Worldwide, ETS runs the test at more than 1,000 centres in 160+ countries. Our GRE test dates guide covers planning around application deadlines.
You can take the General Test once every 21 days, up to five times in any rolling 12-month period. With only up to three test days a month in mainland China, plan your first attempt early enough to leave room for a second. Our guide on how many times you can take the GRE covers retakes in more detail.
Can you take the GRE at home in mainland China?
Here is exactly what ETS says. Its at-home page states that the at-home test is offered everywhere that the test is normally available, based on the country of your account address, and that it runs around the clock, seven days a week. For mainland China it adds one line: individuals in mainland China planning to take the test at home must visit takethegre.cn for specific information, policies and procedures on registration and test day. The Bulletin says the same: if you plan to test at home in mainland China, visit takethegre.cn/gre-at-home.
ETS's own pages don't confirm whether at-home testing is currently open to people in mainland China, and the takethegre.cn page they point to is not a current guide: it describes at-home testing as a temporary option introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic and gives details as of December 2020. It says your eligibility depends on the country or region of your account, and that an "at home" option appears during registration if you are eligible.
Rescheduling and cancelling: the 10-day rule
Elsewhere in the world you can reschedule or cancel up to four days before your test. In mainland China the deadline is earlier. The Bulletin says you must reschedule no later than four days before your test date (10 days in mainland China), or your test fee will be forfeited. The rescheduling fee for China is $55.43.
The same 10-day deadline applies to cancelling. Under ETS's general policy, cancelling in time gets you a refund of half the original test fee, but for refunds the Bulletin tells mainland China test takers to follow the instructions on the NEEA website. Check NEEA's refund terms before you book a date you might need to move.
ID rules for the GRE in China
ETS's ID requirements page lets you pick the country where you'll test. For China, it lists these primary IDs:
- Residents of mainland China: a valid Second Generation National Resident ID with name, photograph and signature. ETS writes that residents of China "MUST" present this ID.
- Residents of Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau testing in China: their Travel Permit to China.
- Citizens of all other countries: a valid passport. If your passport isn't written in English letters, you must also bring a supplemental ID in English with your name and a recent photo.
The general rules apply too. Your ID must be an original, physical, unexpired government-issued document; photocopies and IDs on a phone are not accepted. If you travel from the mainland to test in Taiwan, select Taiwan on the same page: ETS says residents of China must present their Travel Permit to Taiwan. The Bulletin also encourages test takers to bring at least two forms of acceptable ID.
Sending your scores from China
Sending scores works the same way as everywhere else. On test day you can name up to four programmes to receive your scores as part of your test fee, using ScoreSelect to send either your most recent scores or all your scores from the last five years. After test day, each extra report costs $40 per recipient. Our guide to sending GRE scores with ScoreSelect explains the free and paid report options.
Before you book, set a target. Our guide to what a good GRE score is explains how to read percentiles. You can try free GRE practice questions today or study the full GRE General Test course. If you're still deciding between exams for a business programme, read GRE vs GMAT: which should you take.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the GRE cost in China?
ETS lists the GRE General Test at US$237.86 in China, compared with US$249 in all other areas. Rescheduling in China costs US$55.43. ETS's pages don't give an RMB figure, so check the amount shown in your NEEA account.
Where do I register for the GRE in mainland China?
For the General Test at a mainland test centre, you register through an NEEA account, not your ETS account. ETS's China site links to NEEA's GRE site at gre.neea.edu.cn. Subject Tests in mainland China are booked through your ETS account.
Can I take the GRE at home in China?
ETS doesn't confirm it on its own pages. It says people in mainland China who plan to test at home must visit takethegre.cn for information, and the page there dates from 2020. Plan for a test centre unless you see the at-home option during your own registration.
How often is the GRE offered in China?
In mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Korea, ETS says the GRE is available up to three times per month, unlike most regions, where it runs throughout the year.
Can I use my passport for the GRE in China?
If you are a resident of mainland China testing there, ETS says you must present your Second Generation National Resident ID. Citizens of other countries testing in China use a valid passport.
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- GRE General Test Fees — ETS. Accessed 2026-10-01.
- GRE General Test Fees (ETS China site) — ETS. Accessed 2026-10-01.
- GRE Information Bulletin 2026–27 (PDF) — ETS. Accessed 2026-10-01.
- Your At Home Testing — ETS. Accessed 2026-10-01.
- GRE 普通考试在家考 (GRE General Test at home) — ETS China (takethegre.cn). Accessed 2026-10-01.
- GRE General Test Testing Locations — ETS. Accessed 2026-10-01.
- Schedule Your GRE General Test — ETS. Accessed 2026-10-01.
- Identification Requirements for the GRE General Test — ETS. Accessed 2026-10-01.
- China acceptable primary ID documents (shown when China is selected on the ID page) — ETS. Accessed 2026-10-01.
- Taiwan acceptable primary ID documents (shown when Taiwan is selected on the ID page) — ETS. Accessed 2026-10-01.
- Sending Your GRE General Test Scores — ETS. Accessed 2026-10-01.
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