{"id":26900,"date":"2022-10-19T22:18:15","date_gmt":"2022-10-19T16:48:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/?p=26507"},"modified":"2022-12-19T10:24:08","modified_gmt":"2022-12-19T10:24:08","slug":"toefl-exam-full-form-information-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/toefl-exam-full-form-information-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"TOEFL Exam 2023: TOEFL Full Form, Registration &#038; Information Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">6<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you wish to study overseas in an English-speaking country, such as the U.S., UK, Canada and Australia, you will need to pass an English language proficiency test to apply for admission as well as a visa.<\/span><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #192a3d;color:#192a3d\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #192a3d;color:#192a3d\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/toefl-exam-full-form-information-guide\/#Importance_of_the_TOEFL_Exam\" title=\"Importance of the TOEFL Exam\">Importance of the TOEFL Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/toefl-exam-full-form-information-guide\/#TOEFL_Exam_Pattern\" title=\"TOEFL Exam Pattern\">TOEFL Exam Pattern<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/toefl-exam-full-form-information-guide\/#TOEFL_Preparation_Tips\" title=\"TOEFL Preparation Tips\">TOEFL Preparation Tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/toefl-exam-full-form-information-guide\/#TOEFL_Eligibility_Criteria\" title=\"TOEFL Eligibility Criteria\">TOEFL Eligibility Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/toefl-exam-full-form-information-guide\/#TOEFL_Registration_2023\" title=\"TOEFL Registration 2023\">TOEFL Registration 2023<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/toefl-exam-full-form-information-guide\/#TOEFL_Online_Application\" title=\"TOEFL Online Application\">TOEFL Online Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/toefl-exam-full-form-information-guide\/#TOEFL_Scores\" title=\"TOEFL Scores\">TOEFL Scores<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/toefl-exam-full-form-information-guide\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several English language proficiency test scores are accepted by academic institutions and immigration departments worldwide. Read on to learn all the details about the TOEFL exam, its patterns, and how to apply for 2023.TOEFL is conducted every year by Educational Testing Services (ETS), which also conducts the GRE and other tests. The TOEFL score is essential to every international student\u2019s college or university application. It is a standardised test which measures one\u2019s understanding of the academic English language as it is read, written, spoken and heard worldwide. TOEFL iBT (internet-based test) is the most popular choice among international students due to its ease of use. ETS has also launched a TOEFL At Home Testing that allows students to appear for the exam from the comfort and safety of their homes. ETS has also launched the shorter and more convenient TOEFL Essentials Test.&nbsp;The TOEFL exam fee in India is <\/span><b>$190<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. TOEFL scores are valid for <\/span><b>two years<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"importance-of-the-toefl-exam\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_the_TOEFL_Exam\"><\/span><b>Importance of the TOEFL Exam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The TOEFL exam is usually undertaken by students who wish to pursue higher education abroad. Appearing for the TOEFL test also allows students to be eligible for several scholarships and helps students looking for employment abroad with their visa application process.&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The TOEFL exam is accepted by more than 11,500 universities and institutions in over 160 countries. TOEFL is also among the most preferred English-language tests for students willing to pursue their higher education abroad. As per surveys, more TOEFL scores are sent to universities in the U.S. and Canada than all other English-language proficiency tests combined.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toefl-key-highlights\">TOEFL Key Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure id=\"tablepress-663\" class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>TOEFL full form<\/td><td>Test of English as a Foreign Language<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Official website<\/td><td>www.ets.org\/toefl<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Level of exam<\/td><td>International<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Conducting body<\/td><td>Educational Testing Service (ETS)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Exam Pattern<\/td><td>iBT, iBT At Home Testing, Essentials Test<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Duration<\/td><td>iBT &amp; iBT At Home Testing: 3-3.5 hours<br>TOEFL Essentials Test: 1.5 hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>TOEFL iBT fee<\/td><td>$190<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toefl-exam-pattern\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TOEFL_Exam_Pattern\"><\/span><b>TOEFL Exam Pattern<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the TOEFL exam is a language proficiency test, the majority of the test is based on measuring the language skills of the candidates. This is executed through four sections listed below:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toefl-reading\"><b>TOEFL Reading<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the TOEFL Reading section, candidates will be asked to read 3 to 4 passages of 700 words and answer ten questions per passage. The TOEFL reading section evaluates the candidate\u2019s reading and understanding abilities.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The reading passages in the TOEFL exam cover several subjects of various types. Candidates are allotted 54 to 72 minutes to answer the TOEFL reading passages. The TOEFL reading section is scored on a range of 0-30.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toefl-writing\"><b>TOEFL Writing<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The TOEFL Writing section is made up of two tasks,<\/span> namely, TOEFL integrated and TOEFL independent tasks. The time allotted for<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this section is 50 minutes, and the candidates need to write 500 to 600 words compositely in the two writing tasks.&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The TOEFL writing is the final section of the TOEFL exam and is the hardest one because the candidates are simultaneously tested on their listening, speaking, and reading skills. The score range of TOEFL writing is 0-5, which is later on converted to a scale of 0-30.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toefl-listening\"><b>TOEFL Listening<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the TOEFL Listening section, there are generally two parts &#8211; lectures and conversations. After every conversation or lecture, the candidates are asked a set of questions about the presented information.&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates are allotted 20 minutes to answer each set of questions. This section includes 4 to 6 academic lecture excerpts that are 3-5 minutes in length each and 2 to 3 conversations on various general topics relevant to university life.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toefl-speaking\"><b>TOEFL Speaking<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the TOEFL Speaking section, there is one independent task and three integrated speaking tasks. The TOEFL Speaking section is allotted 17 minutes. TOEFL speaking is scored on a range of 0-30.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toefl-preparation-tips\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TOEFL_Preparation_Tips\"><\/span><b>TOEFL Preparation Tips<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TOEFL exam preparation must be done with focus, and candidates must spend as much time as possible to find their strengths and weaknesses. ETS uploads sample papers online for practice. To fetch a higher score in the TOEFL exam, you can consider the following tips:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use vocabulary flashcards to improve your vocabulary<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do as many practice tests as you can<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make your own customised TOEFL study plan and follow it sincerely<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn vocabulary from different academic backgrounds and topics<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always go through the questions carefully before attempting the answer<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice skimming and scanning techniques for passages<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">English news and movies can help you understand the native accent.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read journals, novels, and other English literature to enhance your vocabulary<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to improve your reading ability is by reading complex texts<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pace yourself while reading the contexts<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice taking down notes of the main ideas<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try not to leave many questions unanswered<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take timed practice tests to understand how well you can manage your time. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"IELTS, TOEFL or PTE - Which one to choose | Live QnA With Saket Kohli &amp; Manisha Angre!\" width=\"1290\" height=\"726\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wSzrs3rpw0Q?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toefl-eligibility-criteria\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TOEFL_Eligibility_Criteria\"><\/span><b>TOEFL Eligibility Criteria<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are no specific eligibility criteria to appear for TOEFL. However, the candidates must go through the guidelines mentioned on the official website before registering. Additionally, ETS does not mention any age limit for the candidates. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to educational eligibility, candidates must pass out a higher school (10+2) degree from any recognised Indian board or university to be eligible. If the candidate is age 15 or younger when taking the test, ETS suggests that s\/he be accompanied by a parent or other authorised adult age 18 or older.<\/span> In India, along with the passport, ETS is temporarily accepting the Aadhaar Card as a primary ID for test takers. The Aadhaar Card must be an original document. Photocopied, printed documents are not acceptable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toefl-registration-2023\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TOEFL_Registration_2023\"><\/span>TOEFL Registration 2023<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When selecting your TOEFL test date, it is recommended to consider your application deadlines. Choose a test date at least two to three months before your earliest admissions deadline to ensure that your scores get reported in time. TOEFL score reports are sent to your designated recipients 8\u201316 days after your test date.<\/span> To take the TOEFL iBT Home Edition, the test taker needs to meet the equipment and environment requirements&nbsp;for at-home testing. At-home testing is available 24 hours a day, 4 days a week. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toefl-online-application\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TOEFL_Online_Application\"><\/span><b>TOEFL Online Application<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates must log in to the TOEFL official website and create a profile to register for TOEFL. You can use your passport as a reference when filling out your registration form. Follow these steps to register for TOEFL:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill out all the required information during the registration<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check the information and make sure it is correct<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pay the TOEFL application fee to complete the registration process<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upon successful registration, a confirmation mail will be sent to you by ETS<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toefl-scores\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TOEFL_Scores\"><\/span>TOEFL Scores<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p> Each TOEFL section has a score range of 0\u201330 and these are added together for a total score of 0\u2013120. Each of the four skills, reading, writing, speaking and listening, has four or five proficiency levels, so your score range tells you your proficiency for that particular skill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure id=\"tablepress-664\" class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Skill<\/th><th>Level<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Reading<\/td><td>Advanced (24\u201330)<br>High-Intermediate (18\u201323)<br>Low-Intermediate (4\u201317)<br>Below Low-Intermediate (0\u20133)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Listening<\/td><td>Advanced (22\u201330)<br>High-Intermediate (17\u201321)<br>Low-Intermediate (9\u201316)<br>Below Low-Intermediate (0\u20138)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Speaking<\/td><td>Advanced (25\u201330)<br>High-Intermediate (20\u201324)<br>Low-Intermediate (16\u201319)<br>Basic (10\u201315)<br>Below Basic (0\u20139)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Writing<\/td><td>Advanced (24\u201330)<br>High-Intermediate (17\u201323)<br>Low-Intermediate (13\u201316)<br>Basic (7\u201312)<br>Below Basic (0\u20136)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<ul class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<li id=\"faq-question-1668423959528\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is there a paper-delivered TOEFL exam option?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Effective April 11, 2021, the revised TOEFL paper-delivered test is no longer offered by ETS. Please explore other available TOEFL tests to meet your English-language proficiency requirement. Scores will remain valid for 2 years after your test date.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1668423970774\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">How many times can I attempt the TOEFL exam?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>There is no cap on how many times one can attempt the TOEFL exam. However, there is a mandatory 12-day waiting period between attempts.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">6<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span> If you wish to study overseas in an English-speaking country, such as the U.S., UK, Canada and Australia, you will need to pass an English language proficiency test to apply for admission as well as a visa. Several English language proficiency test scores are accepted by academic institutions and immigration departments worldwide. 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