Top TOEFL FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Yes, the candidate must possess a valid passport at the time of taking the exam

Candidates can receive the results electronically between 6 and 10 days from the actual test date. The physical report will be sent to the candidates within 11 days.

Students who prefer to take up the test at home instead of going to the test centre can take up TOEFL iBT. The test content is similar to that of the pen-and-paper format, and the candidates will be proctored by a human proctor online through Proctor.

Candidates can receive the results electronically between 6 and 10 days from the actual test date. The physical report will be sent to the candidates within 11 days.

There is no minimum passing score for TOEFL. However, each university has a specific requirement. If you fail to meet your chosen university/college standards, you will have to retake the examination.

There are no restrictions on the number of times you can take this test.

The TOEFL certification is considered valid in more than 11,000 institutions and over 150 countries. It is acknowledged by countries like the UK, US, Australia and Canada.

An overall band score above 100 is considered a good TOEFL score.

When the scores are available, the candidate will be informed via mail. The candidate can view the score either via their account online or using the TOEFL app.

The TOEFL exam consists of four categories: Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing.

• Understand the test format
• Make a study plan
• Make use of all online resources 
• Be consistent with your preparation
• Join a coaching centre for better guidance and assistance

The total duration for both  Internet-based test and Paper-based test is 3 hours.

• Understand the test format
• Make a study plan
• Make use of all online resources 
• Be consistent with your preparation
• Join a coaching centre for better guidance and assistance

Both IELTS and TOEFL examinations require consistent practice. However, many test takers have found TOEFL relatively harder.

With consistent practice and hard work, it is possible to ace the TOEFL exam in just 15 days.

You can register for the exam online, in-person, via phone and by mail.

There are no specific eligibility requirements to take up the test. However, the candidate must possess a valid passport during the exam.

• Log in to your account online or use the TOEFL application.
• Click on 'Send Additional Reports'
• Then make payment via your credit/ debit card, e-check or PayPal
• Your score reports will be mailed within 3-5 days of receiving the request.

The TOEFL exam has 4 significant parts:

• Reading: 54–72 minutes
• Listening: 41–57 minutes
• Speaking: 17 minutes
• Writing: 50 minutes

There is no fixed passing grade as each university has its own minimum grade for this test.

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The TOEFL examination is conducted by the Educational Testing Service (ETS)