TOEFL, or Test of English as a Foreign Language, tests non-native speakers’ ability to use and understand North American English as it is written, spoken, heard, and understood in college and university contexts. You can retake the test only three days after taking the first TOEFL test. The TOEFL now the exam has:

1) Fewer questions to make the exam shorter by 30 minutes, and
2) An extra style of score reporting called MyBest™ scores.

The TOEFL Reading Section

You will read three to four passages in this part and respond to ten questions about each one. The quantity of accurate reading comprehension responses determines how well the section scores.

The reading section of TOEFL iBT tests your ability to comprehend academic texts. It typically consists of 3 – 4 reading passages, each of which is followed by a set of questions for you to answer. You will now answer only 10 questions after each passage instead of 12-14 questions. The duration will now be between 54 – 72 minutes instead of 60 – 80 minutes. The total number of passages has not been changed. No question types have been eliminated.

The TOEFL Listening Section

You will hear lectures and conversations using the college lingo in the listening test part. This component evaluates the test-taker’s comprehension of English-language conversations and lectures. It entails linking and synthesizing information as well as basic comprehension and listening.

The listening section of TOEFL iBT tests your ability to understand spoken dialogues and decipher academic speech. You will now face only 3 – 4 ‘lectures’ instead of 4 – 6. The number of questions per lecture remains unchanged at six per lecture. The duration will now be 41 – 57 minutes instead of 60 – 90 minutes. The total number of ‘conversations’ has not been changed. The number of questions after each ‘conversation’ (five) has also not been changed.

The TOEFL Speaking Section

Your responses must meet the requirements of the specified task with only minimal errors or lapses in order for you to receive the best scores in the Speaking Section. The speaking section of TOEFL iBT tests your ability to communicate effectively in different situations. You will now be doing only 4 tasks instead of 6. The duration will now be 17 minutes instead of 20 minutes. The two question types that have been removed from the test are Speaking Question 1: Personal Preference and Speaking Question 5: Campus Situation. The remaining questions are now numbered 1 to 4.

The TOEFL Writing Section

Each topic in the two essays should be effectively covered. The response should be well-developed, and well-organized, and use pertinent justifications and thorough justifications. The writing section of TOEFL iBT tests your ability to construct clear and meaningful sentences. You will still complete 2 tasks in a duration of 50 minutes.

SUMMARY

• The reading section will be shortened to just two articles, with ten questions each. There will be no change to the content of the articles and the question styles.
• The listening section will be shortened to just 28 questions in total. There will be no change to the content and question styles.
• The speaking section will be the same.
• The writing section will have two questions. The first will be the same integrated writing question as before. The second will be an academic discussion question.
• There will be no break.
• There will be no unscored questions.
• The test will take slightly less than two hours to complete.

SCORES AVAILABILITY

The official TOEFL iBT score will be accessible to you within 6 days of the exam date, and test-takers who choose the Special Home Edition of the TOEFL exam will receive their results within 6 to 10 days after the test date. If a candidate requests a print copy of their score report before taking the exam, it will be mailed to them within 11 days after the test date. The new TOEFL score scale’s scoring system and requirements remain unchanged.

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TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is a standardized test designed to assess the English proficiency of non-native English speakers. Depending on the internet access facilities available at the test centers and locations, this exam is conducted in either of the two formats – the popular internet-based test (TOEFL iBT) or the paper-based test (TOEFL PBT). Here are some important points to keep in mind while registering for the exam

How To Book TOEFL Test?

The booking can be made online, by phone, or by mail. You can also buy registration vouchers or avail of registration assistance at iBT Resource Centers available locally. The list of available iBT Resource Centers can be accessed from the official website

• Walk-in registration at test centers is not available.
• Those with disabilities or special needs should register by mail only.

The Regular exam booking deadline is seven days before the actual exam date (not inclusive of the test date). 

Cancel or reschedule your TOEFL test.

Late registration is accepted only up to three days before the exam date (not inclusive of the exam date) along with a late fee. 

If registering by phone, late registration is accepted one business day prior to the exam date. If registering by mail, the registration form should reach the TOEFL office four weeks prior to the exam date.

It is important that you check the available test centers at your preferred locations and the exam dates before your register. Based on the format and the availability of seats, you can register for iBT or PBT.  A list of iBT and PBT dates and test locations is available online.

• Early booking is recommended so that you get a slot at your preferred date and location.
• If required, you may cancel or reschedule a registered exam online or by phone, up to three days before the exam date (excluding the exam date). 
• Half the fee amount will be refunded in case of cancellation; rescheduling will require you to pay an additional amount.

For more details on registration, see the registration bulletins available online 

How to Register for the TOEFL Test

If you choose to register by mail, you need to download, print out, and fill in the Registration Form available online. After filling in your name and other details correctly, choose the mode of payment from the given options. While registering by mail, you need to enter certain codes manually in the registration form, which can be accessed online.

• Make sure that you have chosen two test locations, at least. Send the form along with payment to the address given on the form.
• Ensure that you receive confirmation from TOEFL, and upon not receiving a confirmation, get in touch with the location where you sent your form as early as possible. This should be done at least three business days before the exam sign-up deadline. You are generally allotted a test date and location as close to your preferences as possible; however, the availability of slots is also a factor to be considered.
• If registering by phone, you need to go through and review the Registration Form accessible online. To complete the registration formalities, you need to call either of the two phone numbers available for US and Canada. If you are from any other location, you need to call your Regional Registration Center; the list of regional centers is available online 
• While registering, ensure you give all the correct details and spell your name correctly. Payment can be made by e-check, credit/debit card, or registration voucher. For more information on exam sign-up by phone or mail, you may refer to the relevant section on the official website

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