TOEFL iBT — At a Glance
About TOEFL iBT
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT evaluates the English proficiency of non-native speakers in reading, listening, speaking, and writing. It is accepted by over 14,000 universities and institutions across 160+ countries, including the US, UK, Canada, and Australia.
About Exam
The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is an English language proficiency test taken by non-native speakers for university admissions (English-taught programs), professional certifications, and visas or immigration in English-speaking countries. Conducted by the Educational Testing Service (ETS), the internet-based TOEFL, TOEFL iBT, is accepted by over 13,000 institutions across 160 countries, including top universities in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Ireland, France, Netherlands, Singapore, and more.
The TOEFL exam fee in India for 2026 is INR 18,000, including taxes. The test is available at authorised test centres across India and can also be taken from home through the TOEFL iBT Home Edition. Test dates are offered throughout the year, although availability varies by city, test centre, and demand. Candidates should check available dates and book their preferred slot as early as possible.
The latest TOEFL exam pattern for 2026 is adaptive and divided into 4 sections: Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening, and the total duration is 2 hours. The results are typically released in 3 days. The total score range of the TOEFL exam is 0-120, as well as a 1-6 scale aligning with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Each section is scored between 0 and 30. Top universities, like MIT, Harvard, etc., require a TOEFL score of 100 or above for admission. The score report remains valid for 2 years.
