what is the validity of gre score (new format)?

I want to pursue ms in fall 2016.Should I give the gre exam in 2015 or 2016.

A)Will there be any difference in the way the colleges interpret my score?

B)isn’t there a preference given to students who apply fresh i.e.who give gre exam a year before admissions.

GRE Scores are valid for 5 years

  1. There is no differenence. Just give it when you are prepared and ready for the test

  2. There is no such preference. Admission decision is based on many factors like GRE, TOEFL scores academics, other activities, etc.