TOEFL Exam Overview

• TOEFL becomes an inseparable component of your ambition of pursuing higher education from one of the overseas institutions—essentially English speaking in nature—as you commence on your dream of pursuing higher education from one of the overseas universities.
• Whether you want to attend an IT training school or continue your education in an English language course, you must pass the TOEFL exam.
• It demonstrates your ability to utilise and comprehend English.
• The scope of usage and comprehension includes reading, hearing, speaking, listening, and writing.
• This yardstick of evaluation is used by more than 130 countries, including Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America.
• The fact that the measurement pattern controls the entrance system of over 8000 universities says words about its worldwide significance.

Those who take the TOEFL typically desire to study at a university or graduate school in another country. The TOEFL, on the other hand, is open to anybody who wants to demonstrate proficiency of English for academic purposes. Anyone applying to a foreign high school, exchange programme, community college, or for a student visa falls under this category.

There are TWO varieties of TOEFL exams:

• TOEFL - PBT
• TOEFL - iBT

As well as alternative TOEFL examinations like TOEFL Junior and IPT.

Let we first define the two basic categories of TOEFL:

• CBT (Computer Based Examination): This was a popular TOEFL exam in the past, however it has since been superseded by the Internet-based test, and CBT was terminated in 2006.
• TOEFL IPT: IPT is for Institutional Testing Program, and it is widely used in academic settings to test the English competence of non-native English speakers.
• TOEFL Junior Exams: The TOEFL Junior Tests assess English competence in middle school students aged 11 and above. It is available in two formats: paper-based and computer-based. This exam is divided into four sections: reading comprehension, listening comprehension, speaking, and writing. 

Students who want to study abroad must take the TOEFL exam. Many students are confused about the TOEFL eligibility criterion. Candidates will be relieved to learn that ETS, the organisation in charge of administering the TOEFL iBT, has not established any age requirements, educational qualifications, or prerequisites for taking the TOEFL exam.

TOEFL Fees in India in 2023: The TOEFL exam registration price varies by region. In India, the TOEFL exam costs US$190, or Rs. 14,242.11 ($1=74.96). Aside from that, candidates must pay extra for services such as late registration, rescheduling the exam, and score review. The prices of various services are shown below.

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The entire test takes roughly 3 hours to complete, but you should leave 312 hours to allow for check-in.

The TOEFL 2021 exam format includes English reading, writing, speaking, and listening. TOEFL Reading and Listening parts are made up of MCQs, and the total number of MCQs in these two sections ranges from 58 to 79. The TOEFL writing portion tasks are descriptive. Candidates must deliver brief to extended replies to the questions posed during the speaking phase. The TOEFL exam lasts around three hours. TOEFL assesses a candidate's performance by combining four separate language skills:

• Reading a passage, listening to a tape or lecture, and answering to a specific question;
• Listening to a recording/lecture and answering with a written response to a specified question;
• Reading a passage, listening to a recording/lecture, and answering to a specific question in writing.

TOEFL Exam Dates 2023: You should schedule your TOEFL iBT exam at least a month before your initial application deadline. This will give you plenty of time to work on your applications, and if you need to repeat the exam after three days, you may do so. So, if your application deadline is in November, you should take the exam by October. If you feel the need to repeat the TOEFL, you can do so again in the latter half of October. You have three days after your first try to retake the TOEFL. The TOEFL dates are available on our website for candidates to verify.

The TOEFL exam is available all year, however exam dates are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. You can select the exam day and location that best suits your needs. In addition, there are other ways to register for the test.

The three TOEFL registration modes are as follows:

• Online registration is the most prevalent and convenient method of registration. Online registration is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Seats must be reserved at least 7 days before the exam date.
• Register by Phone: Prospective candidates can also register by phone. For Indian exam takers, the TOEFL registration number is 91-124-4147700.
• Register by Mail: Those who are unable to register via the previous ways may register by mail instead. To do so, you must download the form from the official TOEFL website, fill it out correctly, and mail it at least four weeks before your chosen test date. On the official website, you may look out your local TOEFL centre and mail the form to the same address. Following a successful registration, a confirmation is generated.

TOEFL (iBT/PBT) registration costs $190. (INR 14,086). Taxes and fees where applicable are not included.

Here are a few steps to register for te exam:

• Create your profile on the official ETS website.
• Fill out all of the required information, such as your name, address, and email address.
• Check that the information you submit matches what is on your passport ( Most important, your name must match your ID exactly.)
• Pay the application cost next.

The United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, France, Germany, Singapore, Japan, and other nations where English competence is required in graduate schools and universities.

The TOEFL iBT test is the world's primary English-language test for study, work, and immigration, and it is accepted by over 11,500 colleges and institutions in over 160 countries.

The TOEFL is more often recognised by American colleges, while the IELTS is more commonly accepted abroad, however scores from either exam are accepted by many schools. However, a school's choice for which exam you take should be considered as well.

English language certificates are helpful in gaining admission to prestigious colleges. Many of them demand you to obtain the predetermined grades in order to be eligible to apply. A good score, in any case, boosts your chances of admission. Consult with AECC Global and our best trainers to improve your English score and application so that you may get into your preferred institution.