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The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is a major English language proficiency test administered by ETS that evaluates both verbal and written English skills. It is widely accepted by universities, employers, and immigration authorities for study, work, and immigration purposes. The TOEFL score is globally validated for 2 years

Type of ExamValidity
Conducting BodyETS
ModePaper-based and internet-based
Exam Fee0-120
Accepting CountriesUK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, etc.
Accepting CountriesUK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, etc.
Duration2 hours
Duration2 hours
Validity2 years

Why Take TOEFL?

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Globally Accepted Test

TOEFL is accepted in more than 10,000 universities in over 200 countries for academic, employment, and migration purposes

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A single TOEFL score can help you receive financial aid and top employment opportunities all over the world

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World Wide Recognition

TOEFL can unlock limitless study and career opportunities in countries like the USA, UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.

Types of TOEFL Exams

1

TOEFL IBT

TOEFL iBT test measures the candidate's ability to use and understand English for academic purposes such as college and university
2

TOEFL ITP

TOEFL ITP test measures the students's ability to communicate in English language. Primarily designed for the universities, colleges, and language schools for internal assessment
3

TOEFL Junior

TOEFL Junior is designed for students ages 11+. It aims to measure of your students’ English communication skills that can help pinpoint their challenges
4

TOEFL Primary

Much similar to TOEFL Junior, TOEFL Primary evaluates and measures the English communication skills of young students ages 8+
5

TOEFL Essentials

TOEFL Essentials Test is a short form of TOEFL that evaluates academic and general English, commonly used in everyday life. The duration is only 90 minutes

Exam Format

At Centre (Paper & Computer Based)

Taking the TOEFL exam at a centre offers a genuine and traditional test environment. There are over 1,000 authorised test centers around the world

Home Edition (Online)

Appear for the TOEFL exam at the convenience of your home. You just need a computer system, desk and chair to setup the test environment

TOEFL Exam Pattern

TOEFL exam pattern comprises four sections- reading, writing, listening, and speaking, evaluating the proficiency across these skills. The TOEFL exam is approximately 2 hours long.

Reading

The reading section tests your ability to understand academic English.

20 MCQs – 35 minutes

  • 2 passages with 700 words each
  • 10 MCQs per passage
  • Total 20 MCQs
Reading Guide

Writing

The writing section tests your ability to express ideas clearly

2 Tasks – 29 minutes

  • 2 tasks to be completed
  • A passage and online classroom discussion
  • Task 1 in 20 minutes
  • Task 2 in 20 minutes
Writing Guide

Listening

The listening section tests your understanding of English

28 questions – 36 minutes

  • 3 lectures (15 min) and 2 conversations (15 min)
  • 6 questions per lecture 
  • 5 questions per conversation
Listening Guide

Speaking

This section tests your fluency of English in academic and social settings.

4 tasks- 16 minutes

  • 4 tasks with 45-60 seconds per response
  • Respond via microphone
  • 15-30 seconds of prep time
Speaking Guide

TOEFL Exam Fees

The TOEFL exam fees depend on the chosen format and remain consistent throughout India. In case of cancellation at least 4 days before the exam, you can get a refund of 50%.

Types Of Exam Fess
TOEFL iBT (Centre Edition)Rs. 16,900
TOEFL iBT (Home Edition)Rs. 16,900
TOEFL EssentialsRs. 10,030

TOEFL Exam Dates 2026

The TOEFL exam dates vary based on the format, city, and type of test chosen by the test takers. It provides flexibility in selecting a suitable date to appear for the exam.

Exam Format TOEFL IBTEssentials
Test Centre4-5 dates/month5 times/month
Home Edition16 times/month4 times/month

TOEFL Exam Band Score and Result

The TOEFL Score ranges from 0 to 120, and each section of the test has a score range of 0-30. This band chart indicates the level of proficiency in English language skills.

CEFRTOEFL Score Proficiency LevelDecription
C2114-120Expert levelTop TOEFL score shows you are excellent in English, with near-perfect speaking, writing, listening, and reading abilities
C195-113Very goodA strong TOEFL score proves you’re very good at English. You can communicate well in speaking, writing, listening, and reading
B272-94GoodA good TOEFL score shows you can handle everyday English well, with decent skills in speaking, writing, listening, and reading
B142-71Competenthis TOEFL score shows you have basic English skills, but you may find advanced speaking, writing, listening, and reading challenging

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reschedule my TOEFL exam?

You can reschedule your TOEFL exam if you cannot appear on the scheduled day or time. ETS allows early rescheduling (7+ days before the exam) and late rescheduling (4-5 days before the exam) on your ETS account. However, it does not allow last-minute rescheduling.

Test takers can appear for the TOEFL exam as many times as they want since there is no restriction on the exam attempt.

The TOEFL score required to get to USA universities is around 80-110, depending on the course and university.

A good TOEFL score generally depends on the country and university you are applying to study for. However, to broaden your scope of receiving academic and professional opportunities, you should aim for an overall score between 90-110.

You can apply for the TOEFL exam by visiting the official website of ETS or Educational Testing Service.

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