TOEFL dates – Exam Dates, Exam Fees and Test Centres

TOEFL Dates – Educational Testing Service or ETS, the conducting body of the TOEFL has announced the TOEFL dates for the period of October 2019 – March 2020. Aspirants who are preparing to appear for the exam in this duration can register and freeze a suitable date as per their convenience. In this article, we will discuss steps to register for the TOEFL exam, how to find a suitable date for the exam, and some frequently asked questions around this topic.

ETS provides two approaches for taking the test – TOEFL iBT (internet-based test) and TOEFL PBT (Paper-based test). TOEFL iBT is the much-preferred choice and widely used, other than the only places where the internet-based test is not possible. Hence in this article, we will focus on TOEFL iBT only.

TOEFL dates – TOEFL Exam Schedule in India

ETS organises the widely accepted language proficiency test for more than 50 times every year. The test is conducted in 59 cities across the country. The exam takes place on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Aspirants can apply for their preferred centre and date at least 7 days prior to the test. However, the final allotment depends on the availability of seats on the preferred date and centre. Thats why it is advisable to register for the test in advance, as there are only limited seats at each centre.

TOEFL dates – TOEFL iBT available dates

The dates and the centres for the exam can be viewed on the online portal created by ETS. This portal can be used to see all the ETS authorised centres, where the internet-based test will be conducted. The centres can be sorted on the basis of dates or on the basis of distance. You dont have to register to check the available dates. Just visit the portal and put the details and the system will show all the available centres on your preferred date or vice-versa. Since you can choose any date, you can also plan your preparations accordingly.

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TOEFL dates – Steps to find TOEFL test centre and dates

The test centre and dates for TOEFL can be finalised through their online portal. Follow the steps below to find a suitable TOEFL test centre and exam date –

Step 1: Visit the ETS TOEFL portal.

Step 2: Find the Find Test Centers and Dates section

Step 3: Put the location/date where/when you want to appear for the test and select the two months window when you want to appear for the test

Step 4: Once you have selected the test centre and the date, you will have 20 mins to complete your registration.

Step 5: Pay the fee and complete the registration

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TOEFL dates – Is there any application deadline for TOEFL?

ETS conducts the test round-the-year, therefore there are no deadlines for the exam. However, according to the ETS guidelines, aspirants need to register at least 7 days before their preferred date. That means, if you want to appear for the exam on 8th February 2020, you need to finalise your centre and register for the test, latest by 1st February 2020.

TOEFL dates – Late Fee

In spite of the year-round application for the test, if you somehow missed your registration before the 7 days deadline, ETS provides another opportunity to register for the test, only if the seats are still available. Late registration closes 4 days prior to the test with an additional late fee of USD 40.

TOEFL dates – How to reschedule or cancel TOEFL?

ETS provides a 4 days window, prior to the test to allow the applicants to reschedule or cancel the test. That means, if you had registered for the date 8th February 2020, the changes can be made latest by 4th February 2020.

Rescheduling TOEFL

To reschedule the test, open the ETS account and click on the Upcoming Test on the homepage. After selecting the test appointment which is to be changed, a new date can be selected by clicking on view/modify. An additional fee of USD 60 has to be paid before rescheduling the test.

How to cancel TOEFL?

ETS allows the applicants to cancel the test, latest 4 days prior to the test. ETS also refunds 50% of the test fee to the applicants and no other costs are refunded. If the payment of the fee was done by credit/debit card or internet banking, the refund will be credited to the original credit/debit card or bank account used for the payment.

TOEFL dates – TOEFL exam dates for Major Indian Cities

ETS organises the test at different centres in 59 cities across the country. Here is the list mentioning some of the popular cities and the test dates for the months of November and December.

TOEFL Dates – FAQs

Q: How often can I take the exam?

A: TOEFL can be given any number of times in a year. The only condition is that you cannot give the test twice in 12 days. Once you have given an attempt, the next attempt can only be scheduled at least after a gap of 12 days.

Q: When should I take the TOEFL test?

A: Plan to take the TOEFL test 2 to 3 months before your earliest application or other deadlines so your scores arrive at your institutions or agencies in time. Find application deadlines by checking each score recipient’s website.

Q: How far in advance do I register?

A: It is advisable to register 3 to 4 months before the test date.

Q: What is the syllabus and the format of the test?

A: The test is divided into four sections namely reading, listening, speaking and writing. Each part has a score value from 0 to 30. Click here to read about TOEFL TEST FORMAT, SYLLABUS, SCORES AND TYPES