Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required for international students seeking further study opportunities in abroad universities and colleges for higher studies. TOEFL measures the ability of non-native speakers of English to use and understand as it is spoken, written and heard.
Most people who participate in TOEFL test are planning to pursue higher study Foreign Universities and collages where methods of instruction are in complete English. In addition, many government agencies, scholarship programs, and licensing/certification agencies use TOEFL scores to evaluate proficiency level of English language.
Nowadays more than 8,500 colleges, universities and agencies in more than 130 countries, including Australia, Canada, the U.K. and the United States recognized and accept TOEFL.
The TOEFL test measures English language proficiency in reading, listening and writing and is offered on computer in most regions of the world. In areas where access to computer-based testing is limited, a paper-and-pencil version of the test is administered.
During the test, you are asked to perform tasks that combine more than one skill, such as:
- Read, listen and then speak in response to a question
- Listen and then speak in response to a question
- Read, listen and then write in response to a questionTOEFL iBT Test Sections
| Section | 60–90 minutes | 34–51 questions | Listen to lectures, classroom discussions and conversations, then answer questions |
| Break | 10 minutes | – | – |
| Speaking | 20 minutes | 6 tasks | Express an opinion on a familiar topic; speak based on reading and listening tasks. |
| Writing | 50 minutes | 2 tasks | Write essay responses based on reading and listening tasks; support an opinion in writing |
TEST OF ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE (TOEFL-iBT)
| Test Takers: | Undergraduate, Graduate Doctoral or MBA Programs. |
| Test Accepted By: | US & Canada few univs, in UK & New Zealand. |
| Test Conducted By: | ETS-Prometric |
| Nature of Test: | Internet Based Test (iBT) |
| Test Pattern: | Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking |
| Test Duration: | 4 hrs |
| Test Scores: | 120. Good score 90+ |
| Test Score Validity: | 2 years. |
| Official Score Reported: | Mailed after 3-4 weeks of taking the test. |
| When is the Test Conducted ?: | Every month but fixed dates. |
| Test Repetition Policy: | In 7 days |
| Mode of Registration: | Online, Telephonic or by Post. |
| Proof of Document Required for Registration: | Original & Valid Passport |
| Test Fee: | US$ 165 |
| Mode of Payment: | Bank Draft / International Credit Card |