The TOEFL iBT is one of the most popular English proficiency exams accepted by American and Canadian universities and other educational establishments overseas. 

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), administered by ETS, examines all four academic English skills—reading, listening, speaking, and writing—in the same way, that these skills are utilized in college and university courses. 

ETS has introduced the TOEFL Home version for applicants wishing to take the TOEFL test during the pandemic from the comfort of their homes. Candidates eligible for the TOEFL exam are in for a pleasant surprise.

The TOEFL exam is frequently offered using the TOEFL iBT computer delivery technique (internet-based test). To give more students who want to take the TOEFL exam access, ETS recently began offering TOEFL paper-delivered tests. 

All three exam formats—TOEFL iBT, TOEFL iBT Home edition, and the TOEFL paper-delivered test—will cost candidates who wish to register for the TOEFL test US$190 each.

The ETS TOEFL exam registration process is open twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Candidates have several options for registering for the TOEFL exam, in person, over the phone, by mail, or online (via an authorized agent). 

The TOEFL online registration period concludes seven days before the exam, and late registration shuts four days before the test date with a US$40 late charge. Candidates should also be aware of these dates. 

Continue reading the article to learn about the new TOEFL syllabus, the TOEFL iBT test, TOEFL registration, and the ETS TOEFL exam.

Why take the TOEFL Exam?

Most students who intend to pursue higher education overseas take the ETS TOEFL exam. Students taking the TOEFL exam would also make them eligible for several scholarships and assist those searching for work abroad with the visa application process. 

One of the most popular English-language exams for students who want to study overseas is TOEFL, which is accepted by more than 11,000 colleges and institutions worldwide, including those in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK, the United States, and throughout Europe and Asia.

It has several advantages for students who desire to pursue their education abroad to choose the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Since more TOEFL scores are transmitted to institutions in the US and Canada than all other English-language exams combined, it is the exam of choice for students who desire to pursue higher education abroad.

Similarly, TOEFL is a more popular English test internationally since more TOEFL scores than other English tests are sent to colleges in Germany, France, the United States, and Canada. 

Students are also guaranteed a fair and impartial procedure of score reporting by ETS, the organization that administers the TOEFL, which adds to the test's authenticity.

TOEFL: Eligibility Criteria

• Students who desire to pursue an international education must take the TOEFL exam. Many students are confused by the TOEFL eligibility requirements. According to ETS, the organization responsible for administering the test, candidates will be relieved to learn that there are no age restrictions, educational requirements, or prerequisites for taking the TOEFL iBT.

Types of TOEFL Exam

The TOEFL test formats—the TOEFL iBT (Internet-based Test), the TOEFL Paper-delivered Test, and the TOEFL Home Edition—should be known to applicants.

Over 98% of TOEFL exams are administered in the iBT format, the more popular test format. Considering student security and the pandemic, the TOEFL Paper-delivered test has been reopened. 

The third option is the TOEFL iBT Home Edition, which can be taken in the comfort of your own home under the watchful eye of a proctor for the actual test.

TOEFL iBT (Internet-based Test)

The TOEFL Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT), as the name implies, is the online version of the TOEFL test for applicants planning to take the exam. 

Because it is more convenient and utilizes fewer resources, it is the preferred TOEFL media. The administration of these TOEFL exams is permitted in major cities around the nation at TOEFL iBT test centers.

TOEFL Paper-delivered Test

In a few countries, ETS has reopened the TOEFL iBT test on paper. The same four skills will be tested by the TOEFL iBT paper-delivered test, administered throughout two testing sessions and delivered on paper. 

The TOEFL Reading, Listening, and Writing parts at a testing facility would be completed on paper. Within three days of the paper portions, candidates must meet the TOEFL Speaking section online at home under the supervision of a human proctor. 

There are a few nations where you can take the TOEFL exam on paper. Test takers must have the requisite environment and equipment before registering for the ETS TOEFL exam because the Speaking component is being given at home.

TOEFL Paper-based Test (PBT)

The TOEFL paper-based test (PBT), once accessible in regions with a low or constrained Internet connection, assesses candidates' listening, Reading, and writing abilities. Due to a lack of technology, the TOEFL paper-based test (PBT) only comprises three sections: listening, reading, and writing. There is no speaking section. 

The TOEFL paper-based test (PBT) is no longer administered, though. Candidates should distinguish between the TOEFL Paper-delivered test and the TOEFL Paper-based test (PBT). The offline version of the TOEFL iBT Test is the TOEFL Paper Delivered test.

TOEFL Home Edition

For the convenience of students who must take the English test as part of their application process for studying abroad, ETS has introduced the TOEFL Home Edition for areas where the computer-based version of the TOEFL iBT test was previously available in response to COVID 19. 

Before signing up for the TOEFL exam, candidates must confirm that their system meets the ETS requirements for equipment.

TOEFL: Registration Process

You can register for the TS TOEFL test over the phone, online, by mail, or in person by going to the TOEFL test's official website. Registration for the TOEFL exam is open all year round. 

For applicants who choose to take the TOEFL exam from a designated TOEFL test center, there are numerous test centers accessible. One should select the exam location before completing the application. 

Please take note that candidates can register online up to two days before to the test, but registrations made seven days before the test are subject to a late fee. Review the online registration process here.

TOEFL: ibT Registration

Candidates must create an online profile by going to the TOEFL login page. The TOEFL exam fee is US$190.   The quickest and simplest method is to register online at the ETS website. You can write whenever and on any day using the online approach. 

For International students, their passports should ideally be used as identification; make sure to spell your name precisely as it appears on that document.  You'll have to use a credit or debit card to pay.

Here is the application process:

• Make a profile on the ETS website.
• Complete all the fields, including your name, address, email address, etc.
• Make sure the details you submit match those on your passport ( Most important, your name must match your ID exactly.)
• Choose a day and location for your TOEFL test.
• Verify your decision
• Pay the application cost now.
• For future use, print off your acknowledgment form.

TOEFL: Registration Over Phone

Candidates must complete the registration form before calling. Be sure to spell your name just as it appears on your passport. As instructed, make a credit/debit card payment. 

On the business day before the test, test takers can register by phone until 5 p.m. local test centre time. Registrations made seven days before the test are subject to a late fee of USD 40.

TOEFL: Registration Over Mail

The registration form must be downloaded and printed by candidates. Next, complete the form. When writing your name, make sure to spell it precisely as it appears on your form of identification. 

Send the form and your payment to the Gurgaon Center location listed above or the address on the form. At least four weeks before your test date, the forms must be received.

TOEFL: Exam Fees

The cost to register for the TOEFL exam varies depending on where you are. In India, the TOEFL exam costs $190. In addition, candidates must pay extra for additional services, including score reviews, exam rescheduling, and late registration. The prices for various services are listed below.

Candidates may frequently need to use the unique services offered by the ETS. Candidates can see the costs associated with special handling requests in the table below.

Processes	Fees
TOEFL Registration Fee	$190
TOEFL Late Registration Fee	$40
TOEFL Rescheduling Fees	$60
Reinstatement of canceled TOEFL scores	$20
Additional TOEFL score reports (per institution or agency)	$20 each
Speaking or Writing Section score review	$80
Speaking and Writing Section score review	$160

TOEFL: Exam Pattern 

Along with the overall score, the TOEFL pattern is broken down into four sections: reading, listening, speaking, and writing. Your results will improve the more you practice TOEFL sample papers. 

The total score range is 0-120, with a scoring range of 0-30 for each section. Six days following the test date, results will be made available online. ETS will send up to four certified score reports directly to the colleges the student chooses.

TOEFL: Syllabus

TOEFL Study Guide Students' reading, writing, listening, and speaking abilities are covered in the TOEFL iBT course. The TOEFL exam format for the TOEFL writing, TOEFL reading, TOEFL listening, and TOEFL speaking syllabuses is as follows:

Reading 

In this section, you will read three to four passages and answer 10 questions regarding each one. The section's grade is based on how much correct reading comprehension replies there are.

List of questions:

3–4 passages, each with 10 questions

About 30–40 questions in total.

54 to 72 minutes total  

Writing 

The two essays should effectively address each of their respective topics. The response must be well-thought-out and planned, and support its points with thorough arguments. Additionally, it should demonstrate unity, progress, and coherence. If you want to receive a high writing grade, be sure to demonstrate syntactic variety, solid word choice, and only a few minor grammatical errors.

List of questions:

1. a) 1 integrated task – Read/Listen/Write (20 minutes) (reading time: 3 min; listening

time: 2 min; writing: 15 min)

1. b) 1 independent task (30 minutes)

Total no. of questions: 2

Total time: 50 minutes

Listening 

In the listening test portion, you will hear lectures and conversations that are spoken in college-speak. This section assesses test-takers comprehension of lectures and conversations in English. It requires basic comprehension and listening skills as well as the ability to link and synthesize knowledge.

List of questions:

1. a) 3–4 lectures (3-5 minutes long, about 500-800 words), 6 questions each
2. b) 2–3 conversations (about 3 minutes long, about 12-25 exchanges), 5 questions each

Total time: 41–57 minutes

Speaking

Your responses must meet the requirements of the specified task with only minimal errors or lapses in order for you to receive the best scores in the Speaking Section. 

The highly comprehensible and sustained dialogue is what the test graders are looking for. Delivery, language use, and topic development are the three key components that make up the section's scoring.

List of questions:

1. a) 1 independent task (prep time: 15 sec; response time: 45 sec)
2. b) 3 integrated tasks – Read/Listen/Speak

Total no. of questions: 4

Total time: 17 minutes

TOEFL: Exam Score

You won't have to wait long to receive your TOEFL exam results once you've finished. At the conclusion of the exam, participants can examine their unofficial Reading and Listening scores. 

You will be notified by email when your official TOEFL results are posted online. Click on the scores option after signing into your TOEFL iBT account. You will receive your TOEFL total score around six days after the exam date, and test takers who choose the TOEFL Home Edition will receive their results six to ten days after the test day. 

Prior to taking the test, if a candidate requested a printed copy of their score report, it would be mailed to them within 11 days.

TOEFL: Calculation of Score

Both human rating agencies and computerized scoring techniques are utilized to determine TOEFL scores. In order to provide a thorough and accurate picture of the candidate's aptitude, this is done. 

Although the automatic grading technique has the benefit of objectivity, it does not assess how well the language and content are used. Human raters must pay attention to a larger range of features, including the caliber of the ideas and content in addition to forming. 

You must also respond to at least one question in each area. You must respond to at least one question for both reading and listening. You must try one of each of the speaking and writing tasks. The outcome of the TOEFL iBT test is a four-scaled result with a final score.

TOEFL: Range of Score

Score Range	Result
Reading Score Range 0–30	Advanced (24–30) High-Intermediate (18–23) Low-Intermediate (4–17) Below Low-Intermediate (0–3)
Listening Score Range 0–30	Advanced (22–30) High-Intermediate (17–21) Low-Intermediate (9–16) Below Low-Intermediate (0–8)
Speaking Score Range 0–30	Advanced (25–30) High-Intermediate (20–24) Low-Intermediate (16–19) Basic (10–15) Below Basic (0–9
Writing Score Range 0–30	Advanced (24–30) High-Intermediate (17–23) Low-Intermediate (13–16) Basic (7–12) Below Basic (0–6)
Total Score	These are added together for a total score of 0–120.

TOEFL: Validity of Score

After your results are announced, your TOEFL score is valid for two years. There is no cap on the number of retakes, so you can attempt again if you're unhappy with your initial scores. 

A minimum of three days must pass between retakes; as an example, if you have a test appointment for today, you cannot schedule another appointment for the following three days.