TOEFL Exam – Basics, Sections, Fees & Registration

Required For

Study/Migration Visa in multiple countries

Mode of taking test

Computer Based Paper-Pen Based

Test Type

English Proficiency Test

Official Website

https://www.ets.org/toefl/

About TOEFL

The TOEFL assesses your proficiency in using and comprehending English at a university level. It gauges your ability to integrate reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills for academic purposes. Administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS), the TOEFL is recognized by over 12,000 universities and academic institutions in more than 160 countries, including the USA, the UK, New Zealand, Canada, Australia, as well as across Asia and Europe. Its popularity extends to both English-speaking and non-English-speaking nations.

TOEFL Basics

Date and Frequency

The TOEFL test is conducted over 60 times per year at authorized test centers globally. You are allowed to retake the test as many times as needed, but you cannot take it more than once within a 3-day period. If you already have a test appointment, you cannot register for another test date within 3 days of your existing appointment. The registration fee is applicable each time you register for a test date.

Center and Admit Card

The TOEFL iBT test, which is administered via the internet, is available at authorized test centers worldwide more than 60 times a year. Unlike some tests, there is no admit card provided for the TOEFL.

Result

Approximately 6 days after taking the test, you can view your scores online or through the official TOEFL app.

Score Reporting

Your test fee covers up to 4 free official TOEFL score reports sent to the TOEFL Destinations of your choice before the test. Official score reports will be transmitted to your designated recipients within 11-13 business days after completing the test.

Score Validity

TOEFL scores are valid for 2 years.

Time Duration

The test has a duration of 1 hour and 56 minutes.

Score Range for the Test

The scoring for the TOEFL test ranges from 0 to 120.

Sections

WRITING

Questions

29 mints

Duration

0-30

Score

Compose essay responses derived from reading and listening tasks, providing substantial support for a given opinion in writing.

READING

Questions

30 mints

Duration

0-30

Score

Read and respond to questions based on 3 or 4 passages extracted from academic texts.

LISTENING

Questions

36 mints

Duration

0-30

Score

Engage with lectures, classroom discussions, and conversations through listening, and subsequently respond to questions.

SPEAKING

Questions

16 mints

Duration

0-30

Score

Articulate an opinion about a familiar subject through spoken language, drawing from both reading and listening tasks.

Fee

INR 16900

Registration Fees

INR 5900

Rescheduling Fees

INR 5900

Test Center Change Fees

INR 3900

Late Fee

TOEFL Exam Registration Process

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Begin by signing up on the ETS website to initiate the registration process.

Create a profile, and upon completion, you will receive a confirmation.

Choose a suitable date and testing center for the TOEFL.

Specify the universities where you want your scores to be sent.

Download and print the registration form.

Fill in the required information using black or blue ink.

Send the completed form along with the payment to the Regional Registration Center.

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Frequently Asked
Questions

What is the Full form of TOEFL?

Test of English as a Foreign Language(TOEFL)

2. What is TOEFL exam?

TOEFL is a standard test to assess the potential of non-native English speakers who plan to study in English-speaking universities to understand English.

3. What is TOEFL exam fee?

The TOEFL exam fee in India is ₹16,900 INR. Apart from this, candidates also need to pay extra for other services like late registration, rescheduling the exam, or score review.

What is TOEFL qualification?

Students opting for the TOEFL exam should have passed their 10+2 level of education from a recognized board of education to be eligible to appear for the TOEFL exam.

In which country is TOEFL accepted?

TOEFL is accepted by countries like the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and Ireland. It is also accepted by many other European countries.

What are the qualifying marks for TOEFL?

While most graduate courses set their TOEFL minimum score cut-off in the range of 100-105, most students apply with a higher score in the range of 108-112. The higher the rank of the university is the higher their TOEFL score requirement will be.

What is the validity of TOEFL exam?

Your test scores will be valid for 2 years from your test date

What does the TOEFL consist of ?

The test consists of 4 sections – reading, listening, speaking, and writing.

Is the TOEFL test timed?

Yes! The test takes about 4 hours. The reading section is 60 or 80 minutes; the listening section is either 60 or 90 minutes (depending on whether you have an experimental section); the speaking section is 20 minutes; and the writing section is 50 minutes.

When do TOEFL scores come out?

Your scores will come out online approximately 10 days after your test date. If you’re waiting for an official score report, which will be sent about 13 days after your test date, and then it will take at least another 7-10 days for mail delivery.

Fee

INR 16900

Registration Fees

INR 5900

Rescheduling Fees

INR 5900

Test Center Change Fees

INR 3900

Late Fee

TOEFL Exam Registration Process

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

Begin by signing up on the ETS website to initiate the registration process.

Create a profile, and upon completion, you will receive a confirmation.

Choose a suitable date and testing center for the TOEFL.

Specify the universities where you want your scores to be sent.

Download and print the registration form.

Fill in the required information using black or blue ink.

Send the completed form along with the payment to the Regional Registration Center.