TOEFL
The Test Of English as a Foreign Language or TOEFL is one of the language proficiency test conducted to analyse the test takers proficiency in the English language particularly conducted using American accent on all four modules of Reading/Writing/Speaking/Listening. Galaxy offers best training classes through expert faculty coaching, study material and online study portal for complete training.
It is owned and administered by ETS – Educational Testing System, an American company having a global recognition in conducting various competitive tests like GRE, TOEIC, Praxis etc.
Students who are looking for an overseas education or people who are migrating for employment in an English speaking country usually take this test.
Acceptance of TOEFL:
More than 8000 Universities and colleges worldwide accepts this score. The admit in their respective programs are offered based on this score. Each University has set their minimum requirement as a selection criteria. Students who are applying for the universities has to check the score requirement and apply as such. Galaxy helps students in identifying and targeting the desired score. Test takers can apply to any universities in USA, UK, Australia, Canada, Europe with a valid toefl score.
TOEFL Test Types:
iBT test: Conducted as a computer based test where the test taker has to take it in a designated centre available to them. Find available test centers and dates. All the four tests are taken on the same day.
iBT®Home Edition: Conducted as an internet based test where the test taker can take the test at the comfort from their home. All the four modules are taken on the same day. Before you register for the Home Edition, check out the requirements At Home Testing Environment and Equipment requirements
iBT®Paper Edition: Paper edition is the type of TOEFL Test taken in 2 sessions with Reading, Listening, and Writing on paper in a single day at any designated test center, and Speaking on a computer at home. The Paper Edition is the same 4-skills as TOEFL iBT test, just delivered on paper and given in 2 separate testing sessions:
- The Reading, Listening, and Writing sections are taken on paper at a test centre.
- The Speaking section has to be taken at home on your computer which will be monitored online by a human proctor, within 3 days after the paper sections.
- Because the Speaking section is administered at home, make sure you meet the necessary Environment and Equipment requirements before you register.
Some countries such as Australia, New Zealand might not accept the TOEFL test score taken from Home edition. So check before applying and also be wise while choosing the type of test.
New Test Format 2023
Module | Time limit | Questions | Tasks |
Reading | 35 mins | 20 questions | Respondent has to read the passages and respond to questions |
Listening | 36 mins | 28 questions | Respondent has to answer the questions about brief lectures and/or discussions in an academic setting |
Speaking | 16 minutes | 4 tasks | The test taker has to talk about a topic that is familiar and discuss material that they have read or heard. |
Writing | 29 minutes | 2 tasks | In task 1, the Test taker has to read a passage listen to an audio and type their response. In task 2, the test taker has to state and support an opinion in an online discussion in an academic setting. |
TOEFL is conducted multiple times a year with at least 4 dates in a month. The test taker can book their choice of date and venue for the test as per availability.
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TOEFL Test Fee Details
TOEFL iBT Test | Fee in INR |
---|---|
Registration for TOEFL iBT | Rs.16900 |
Late Registration | Rs.3900 |
Test Rescheduling | Rs.5900 |
Reinstatement of Canceled Scores | Rs.1990 |
Additional Score Reports | Rs.1950 |
Speaking or Writing Section Score Review | Rs.7900 |
Payment Return | Rs.2900 |
TOEFL Score
The total score for TOEFL is 120. The minimum score requirement range will be in the range of 85 for most universities. TOEFL score is valid for 2 years. The test fees include 4 free scores reporting to the universities of the test taker’s choice.
The time frame within which the test taker receives the scores are,
- Test taken at a test center: 6 days after your test date
- TOEFL iBT® Home Edition: 6–10 days after your test date
- TOEFL iBT® Paper Edition: 11–13 business days after your test date
The scores will be sent through email once they are available. The scores can be requested through the mail for a paper copy, which will be delivered in 11–15 days from the date of the test.
TOEFL iBT Score compared to IELTS scores
IELTS | TOEFL | Description |
9.0 | 118-120 | Expert User |
8.5 | 115-117 | Very Good User |
8.0 | 110-114 | |
7.5 | 102-109 | Good User |
7.0 | 94-101 | |
6.5 | 79-93 | Competent User |
6.0 | 60-78 | |
5.5 | 46-59 | Modest User |
5.0 | 35-45 | |
4.5 | 32-34 | Limited User |
0.0 – 4.0 | 0-31 | Extremely Limited/Non User |
As an ETS – TOEFL registered and authorised consultant, Galaxy Academy supports the test taker by
- Choosing the right universities to apply for
- Achieving the desired TOEFL score.
- Training on TOEFL with assured score improvement.
- TOEFL Test Registration.
- Discount in TOEFL test registration fees.
(Source: ETS)
How Galaxy can make you crack the TOEFL test
Online Training
A comprehensive online training program with fully loaded preparation.
- 36 hours Faculty-led program
- Standard study material
- Online portal/app for extensive training with 6-month access
- 6 full-length tests
- 45 module-wise tests
- Unlimited remedial tests
- Unlimited Faculty support.
Classroom Training
A Classroom/Offline training program with personalised training.
- 36 hours Faculty-led program
- Standard study material
- Online portal/app for extensive training with 6-month access
- 6 full-length tests
- 45 module-wise tests
- Unlimited remedial tests
- Unlimited Faculty support.
Self Prep
Designed for professionals and students who want to study in their own pace with online study materials with practice. It includes
- Online portal/app for extensive training with 6 month access
- 6 full length tests
- 45 module wise tests
- Real-time challenge zone
FAQs on TOEFL
According to the ETS, the conducting body of TOEFL, as it is an English language proficiency test, so, there will not be any specific eligibility criteria for giving the TOEFL exam. Anyone who wishes to work or study abroad can give this exam to prove his/her English language proficiency for getting admission to universities or organizations based in English speaking countries. Apart from this, there is also no set age limit for giving the TOEFL exam, generally, those who have completed their high school or equivalent can give this exam.
Canceling the registration before the 4-days advance deadline then only half of the test fee will be repaid. Refunds are paid only in US dollars and cash refunds are also not available.
The test of TOEFL iBT test varies from country to country. The TOEFL 2024 registration fees for some of the countries are:
Country |
Cost |
India |
Rs.16900 |
US |
US$195 |
Australia |
US$300 |
You can avail discounts of up to $10 upon registration through Galaxy Training Academy.
Registration for the TOEFL exam closes 7 days before the test date. The candidate has to pay a late fee of US $ 40 if they fail to register before this deadline. Late registration is closed 4 days before the test date.
Details of fees for other services are given below:
Items | Fees |
Registration | Varies from country to country |
Late registration | US$40 |
Rescheduling | US$60 |
Reinstatement of cancelled scores | US$20 |
Additional score reports (per institution or agency) | US$20 each |
Speaking or Writing Section score review | US$80 |
Speaking and Writing Section score review | US$160 |
Both the exams are designed to measure the English language proficiency of a person in four skills – reading, writing, listening and speaking. These two exams are accepted widely by universities and organizations to certify the English proficiency of a person. IELTS exam is used for educational and occupational purposes. IELTS exam uses British English and is favoured by the United Kingdom and institutions in Commonwealth nations like Australia and New Zealand.
Whereas the TOEFL test measures the ability to communicate in English in academic or classroom-based settings. The TOEFL exam uses American English and is favoured more in American institutions. Now it is widely accepeted in 8000+ universities, 10000+ businesses in more than 130 countries.
In the TOEFL exam, there are mostly multiple-choice questions, on the other hand in the IELTS exam one has to answer different types of questions like gap-filling, short answer, and short essay tasks. Apart from this, the duration of the IELTS exam is 2 hours and 40 minutes, whereas the TOEFL exam is 3 hours long.
Yes, the aspirants can retake the TOEFL test as many times as they wish, however, one cannot take it more than once in 12 days. If the candidate has already registered for the exam, then he/she cannot register again for the test within12 days of their existing appointment.
- In case the violation is identified after registration, the test appointment of the candidate will be cancelled.
- If the violation is identified after the test, then the score of the candidate will be cancelled and the test fee will also be not refunded.
As seats are filled quickly, it is always advisable to register early for the TOEFL 2022 exam. It is suggested to register 5 to 6 months before you plan to take the test. Also, the test date should be at least 2-3 months before your nearest application deadline. For more information, you can contact our Admission Advisors to book the test.
By practising more and more one can achieve a perfect score. There are numerous practice tests provided by different institutions available online. Apart from this, with the official practice test, candidates gain the experience of taking the real test. With this, the candidates can review and answer questions and also obtain the scores within 24 hours.
However, our specialised test prep training program gives you better preparation through Experience faculty, E-learning portals, study materials, and 5 week study plan to crack the test.
There are no strict eligibility criteria for TOEFL.
Yes, you will be able to prepare for the test in under a month. Considering that it is a language proficiency test, it depends upon the ease with which you deal with the language. The one month can be used to learning the format of the exam and understanding strategies to manage time and play to your strengths than cramming more external information. We help you in acing the test in one month with our leaning models.
TOEFL score expires in 2 years from the date of test taken.
Scores will be made available in 6 days from the day you have taken the test. After 8 days, you will be able to download a PDF copy of the score report. Paper score-reports will be made available if you opted for them during registration and are mailed within 11 days.
To contact your proctor, you may use the LogMeIn chat function or speak to get their attention. It might take them a minute to respond so be patient. On the other hand, if the proctor wants to communicate with you, you will be able to see the chat icon of a blue owl bounce on the screen.
Losing the internet connection momentarily will not cancel the test. You will be reconnected to the proctor who will reopen the exam for you. If you are not able to reconnect you may call ProctorU at +1-855-772-8678 and explain the trouble you are having.
The Home Edition Test has now been declared as a standard test and according to ETS, there are no immediate plans of scrapping this option. But eventually, the option to test at a test center will also be made available.
Both IELTS and TOEFL require minimum preparation. However, many takers feel that the IELTS exam is more manageable than TOEFL. And in reality, that is true! You will have to prepare the reading section harder in the case of the TOEFL examination.
The score range is from 0 to 120. The goodness of the score depends on the program’s requirement, like a score of 114 if converted is 98%. But most of the universities do not require such high scores as 110 would also be sufficient for almost any university. For more accurate information, you need to log in to the universities websites and check for eligibility criteria for TOEFL test.