TOFEL IBT

  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT)
  • Registration Fee : Online
  • Nature of Exam : Internet Based Test (iBT)
  • Test Fees : US $170
  • Test Type :Online based test
  • In addition to the cost of taking the TOEFL other charges may apply in certain circumstances:
    For late registration an additional charge of US$35 will apply
    For rescheduling a charge of US$60 will apply
  • Documents required on test date: valid passport
  • Exam result : 13 working days
  • Frequency of Test : Throughout the year (On weekends)
  • Score Validity : 2 Years
  • Score Reporting : There is a provision of reporting your TOEFL test scores to a maximum of four universities of your choice, the cost of which is built into the TOEFL test fee you pay.
  • Additional Test Score Reporting Fees : US $19
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About TOEFL

Test of English as a Foreign Language is an Internet Based Test for English aptitude at any level for foreign universities. It measures the ability of non-native speakers of English to use and understand English as it is spoken, written and heard in college and university settings. This exam is conducted worldwide by a US organization named ETS i.e. Educational Testing Services, New Jersey, USA. The TOEFL® test is the most widely respected English-language test in the world, recognized by more than 9,000 colleges, universities and agencies in more than 130 countries, including Australia, Canada, the U.K. and the United States. Wherever you want to study, the TOEFL test can help you get there. The TOEFL iBT test measures your ability to use and understand English at the university level. And it evaluates how well you combine your listening, reading, speaking and writing skills to perform academic tasks.

Structure of the TOEFL iBT

Section Time Limit Questions Tasks
Reading 60 - 80 minutes 36 - 56 questions Read 3 or 4 passages from academic texts and answer questions
Listening 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.

TOEFL iBT Score Scales

Each of the four TOEFL sections (Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing) are scored out of 30. The composite (or overall) TOEFL score will range from 0 to 120 and is calculated by combining the TOEFL scores on each of the four sections.

Skill Score Range Level
Reading 0 - 30 High (22-30) Intermediate (15-21) Low (0-14)
Listening 0 - 30 High (22-30) Intermediate (15-21) Low (0-14)
Speaking 0 - 30 Good (26 - 30) Fair (18 - 25) Limited (10 - 17) Weak (0 - 9)
Writing 0 - 30 Good (24 - 30) Fair (17 - 23) Limited (1 - 16)

FAQs

Ideally, a student should start preparing at least 8 to 10 weeks prior to taking the test.

The policy of recipients for such matters may vary hence, it is better to check with the recipients directly. However, Dhruva Overseas counselors may also the able to advise students on such matters.

TOEFL scores are valid for 2 years.

TOEFL score reports include scores for only the last test taken. However, GRE lets test takers decide which GRE scores from their five-year reportable history to send to institutions. Scores for a test administration must be reported in their entirety.

Yes, you can order additional score reports after your scores are available online, approximately 10 days after your test date.