TOEFL stands for (Test of English as a Foreign Language), it is a computerized exam conducted by ETS (Educational Testing Service). TOEFL is a test of the English language which is required to study, work, or migrate abroad. TOEFL test is a standardized English proficiency test that measures the ability of non-native English speakers who are willing to apply for American Universities.
TOEFL Exam details
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| TOEFL Full Form | Test of English as Foreign Language |
| Conducted By | Education Testing Servies (ETS) |
| Well-known as | English Proficiency Test |
| TOEFL Exam Fee | $160 – $300 |
| Eligibility | No specific Eligibility Criteria |
| TOEFL Score Validity | 2 Years |
| Official website | https://www.ets.org/toefl |
| TOEFL Exam Pattern | Click Here |
TOEFL PBT Exam
PBT test is conducted on paper and stands for Paper-based test. It Tested the candidate’s ability to Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking.
| TOEFL iBT | TOEFL PBT | |
| Full form | TOEFL Internet-Based Test | TOEFL Paper Based Test |
| Sections | Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking | Reading, Writing, Listening, and Structure |
| Time | 4 hours | 3 hours |
| Fees | USD 140 – USD 185 | USD 140 |
TOEFL Exam Pattern
The TOEFL exam consists of FOUR sections namely – Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking.
| TOEFL Exam Section | Duration |
| Reading | 60 – 80 minutes |
| Listening | 60-90 minutes |
| BREAK | 10 minutes |
| Speaking | 20 minutes |
| Writing | 50 minutes |
TOEFL Exam structure
| Section | Question Types | Questions |
| Reading | 3-4 passages from academic texts (about 700 words); 12 – 14 questions per passage | 36 – 56 questions |
| Listening | 4 – 6 lectures, 6 questions each; 2 – 3 conversations, 5 questions each | 34 – 51 questions |
| Speaking | 2 tasks to express an opinion; 4 tasks for speaking after reading/listening to passages | 6 tasks |
| Writing | 1 integrated task (writing based on reading and listening); 1 independent task (support an opinion or topic) | 2 tasks |
countries that accept TOEFL
TOEFL results are widely accepted by many universities in more than 130 countries. Some of the most popular countries are-
- United States
- UK
- Canada
- Australia
- New Zealand
- France
- Germany
TOEFL Fees
| Items | Fees |
| Registration | US$180 |
| Late Registration | US$40 |
| Rescheduling | US$60 |
| Speaking or Writing Section score review | US$80 |
| Speaking and Writing Section score review | US$160 |
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