TOEFL Exam Registration 2024: Check Date, Fees, Registration Process & Test Centers

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Updated on Sep 18, 2024 15:20 IST

TOEFL Registration 2024: Candidates looking to take the TOEFL exam are required to go ahead with their TOEFL registration at least two to three months before their first university registration deadline. This would allow candidates ample time to have their scores sent to their preferred universities. TOEFL registration requires candidates to visit the official ETS TOEFL website and create/log in to their ETS accounts. They would then be required to go ahead with their TOEFL exam registration process. The TOEFL registration process involves candidates having to select their preferred TOEFL exam date, and the TOEFL test center nearest to them and go ahead with the TOEFL registration process. Candidates would also be required to pay a TOEFL registration fee of ₹16,900 INR.

TOEFL Registration

Q:   How can I register for TOEFL exam?

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Candidates are required to visit the TOEFL login page and create an online profile. Then they’ll be required to pay the TOEFL exam fee of INR16,900 INR (test takers who register online can choose to pay in Indian Rupees, based on that day’s exchange rate, as calculated in the registration system.). Online registration on the ETS website is the fastest and the easiest method. Through the online method, you can register anytime and on any day. Be sure to spell your name exactly as it appears on the identification you will bring on the test day, which for Indian students should ideally be their Passport. You will be required to pay with a credit/debit card. 

Steps to apply for TOEFL Exam:

  • Go to the official website of ETS and create your profile.
  • Fill in all the information like your name, address, email id, etc.
  • Make sure the information you provide is the same as it is on your passport ( Most important, your name must match your ID exactly.)
  • Select your TOEFL test date  and TOEFL test centre
  • Confirm your selection
  • Proceed to pay the application fee
  • Print out your acknowledgement form for future reference  

Q:   How far in advance should I register for the TOEFL?

A:

TOEFL test takers are advised to plan strategically. To guarantee your scores reach universities on time, candidates are advised to register at least 3 months before their first admission deadline. Remember, while online registration allows you to register up to 2 days before the test, late fees will apply. So, registering early is sensible to avoid unnecessary costs and ensure a smooth application process.

TOEFL Registration 2024

TOEFL Exam Registration 2024: ETS - the conducting body of the TOEFL exam has launched the TOEFL Test on Paper and the TOEFL Home Edition formats of the test in addition to the existing TOEFL iBT test. Candidates are advised to book their TOEFL registration early as TOEFL test centres have limited seating capacity keeping student safety in mind given the pandemic. Moreover, during admission season, there could be higher TOEFL exam registration happening hence, it is always advisable to apply early. 

The full form of TOEFL is the Test of English as a Foreign Language and the TOEFL exam is one of the most sought-after English language tests for students looking to study in a foreign country. The ETS TOEFL Exam measures all four academic English skills - reading, listening, speaking and writing in a way they are used in classrooms across colleges and universities. The TOEFL test is primarily to understand and grade the candidates reading, writing, speaking, and listening abilities in the English language. The test is designed to understand a student and his behaviour around a foreign setting, in this case, his university. Candidates wanting to appear for the TOEFL exam would be required to register for the TOEFL exam. Stick around as we explain to our readers all the nuances of the TOEFL Exam Registration process. 

As mentioned before, a lot of universities would require students to provide English proficiency scores as part of their admission process. Here, students are required to register for the TOEFL test and provide scores for the same as part of the admission process. The TOEFL registration is a fairly simple and uncomplicated process. The candidates have the liberty of taking the exam anytime in the year at their convenience. The important thing to note is that the candidates can reschedule their next attempt only after three days after taking the first attempt.

Steps for TOEFL Exam Registration

How to Register for the TOEFL Test: To successfully book the TOEFL test candidates are required to follow the steps mentioned below.

  • Visit the Official Website
  • Create a TOEFL test-taker profile
  • Submit your TOEFL application form
  • Select your TOEFL test date for 2024 and TOEFL test centre or opt for TOEFL at Home
  • Pay the TOEFL registration fee of 16,900 INR
  • Confirm and submit your TOEFL application form
  • Take a printout or save your TOEFL confirmation page for future use

Steps to Register for TOEFL (step-by-step TOEFL Registration process)

A lot of times, students can find it overwhelming to navigate a website because of a lot of unnecessary elements present on a single page. We have provided TOEFL screenshots of pages that matter during the TOEFL Registration process. Candidates wanting to register themselves for the TOEFL exam would be required to follow the below-mentioned steps.

Step 1: Candidates are required to create a new account or log in to an already existing account on the ETS TOEFL official website.

TOEFL registration

Step 2: Candidates would be then required to carefully flesh out their TOEFL test-taker profile. They would be required to provide additional information that could come in handy during the time of their admission or sending of TOEFL scores.

TOEFL registration

Step 3: Candidates would be then required to select the TOEFL Test Date that is most convenient to them as test-takers. Here is a screenshot of the days that candidates can choose to appear for the TOEFL Exam for October and November. 

TOEFL Registration

Step 4: Candidates can then select a Test Centre that is convenient to them or opt for the newly launched TOEFL Home Edition of the test.

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Step 5: Once the candidate has opted for his choice of Test Date and Exam Centre he would be redirected to the exam payment gateway page. Candidates would be required to pay the TOEFL registration fee or TOEFL form fee of 16,900 INR. Candidates should be careful to check the details of the examination credentials here. Once the payment is made, changes made henceforth would incur a price.

TOEFL registration

Step 6: Once the payment has been made. Candidates would have successfully submitted their TOEFL application form. Candidates can take a printout of the acknowledgement receipt. They would also have access to the same on their account dashboard for future reference. 

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Other methods to Register for the TOEFL exam

Other Methods to Register for the TOEFL Exam 2024: In its efforts to make the TOEFL registration as accessible and inclusive as possible, ETS has provided alternative methods of registering for the TOEFL exam. Apart from registering online, candidates can register for their TOEFL test via the following methods.

TOEFL In-person Registration

Candidates living in and around the New Delhi NCR region can physically register for the TOEFL test by visiting the TOEFL Resource Center in person, located at the following address. 

  • Prometric
    2 Floor, DLF Infinity Tower-A
    Sector-25, Phase-II
    DLF City
    Gurgaon - 122002
    Haryana

TOEFL Exam Registration by Mail

Candidates are required to download and print the TOEFL registration form. Then fill out the form. Spell your name exactly as it appears on the identification you will bring on the test day (valid Indian passport). Send the form with your TOEFL form fee to the address on the form or the Gurgaon Resource Centre, mentioned above. Forms must be received at least four weeks before your test date.

TOEFL Registration by Phone

Candidates opting to register for their TOEFL registration over the phone are required to go through the registration form before they call. Spell your name correctly and exactly as it appears on your passport. Call the Regional Registration Center on this number – 91-124-4147700. Pay with credit/debit cards as directed. Normal registration closes seven days before your test date, after which a late fee would be levied.








TOEFL Registration Fee 2024

Candidates wanting to register for the TOEFL test would be required to pay a TOEFL application form fee. The TOEFL registration fee is ₹16,900 INR for students booking their TOEFL exam slot from India. 

Worldwide TOEFL Registration Fee 2024 and Related Charges

Country Cost
USA $285
Australia $273
India ₹16,900 INR
Germany $265
South Korea $220

TOEFL Cancellation/Rescheduling Fee

Candidates who have booked a test date and would want to cancel their TOEFL test or reschedule their TOEFL test would be required to do so four full days in advance before the actual test date. Rescheduling TOEFL tests by mail or email or at the test centre is NOT acceptable. Candidates would have to either call their Regional Registration Centre (India – 91-124-4147700) and furnish them with their full name and appointment number to reschedule. Candidates can also log into their ETS account online and reschedule any upcoming tests. The fee for rescheduling the test is US$60. 

TOEFL Registration Deadlines & Special Handling Requests

  • TOEFL Regular registration requires test takers to book their TOEFL exam at least 7 (seven) days before the test date
  • TOEFL Late registration is when test takers have booked their TOEFL exam only 2 (two) days before the test and this attracts an additional fee of US$40 fee.
  • TOEFL Reschedule Test Is when the concerned authorities are informed at least  4 (four) days in advance about the TOEFL test rescheduling. This would also attract an additional fee of TOEFL US$60 

A lot of times, candidates may need to avail themselves of special services provided by the ETS. Candidates can check out the charges of special handling requests mentioned in the table below.

Special Requests

Charges

TOEFL Registration Fee

₹16,900 INR

TOEFL Late Registration Fee

₹3,900 INR

TOEFL Rescheduling Fees

₹5,900 INR

Reinstatement of cancelled TOEFL scores

₹1,990 INR

Additional TOEFL score reports (per institution or agency)

₹1,950 INR

Speaking or Writing Section Score Review

₹7,900 INR

Payment Return

₹2,900 INR







TOEFL Home Edition - Registration

Special Home Edition TOEFL Test at Home: Due to the ongoing pandemic, candidates looking to appear for the TOEFL test can do so from the comfort of their homes, by taking the TOEFL at Home version of the test. Due to various lockdowns imposed across the length and breadth of the country, TOEFL test centres are functioning at reduced capacities or are temporarily shut, making it difficult for students looking to appear for the TOEFL test. 

To make the test more accessible, ETS has launched the TOEFL Home Version. All the attributes of the test remain the same, the TOEFL at Home registration fee is unchanged at ₹16,900 INR. Only the TOEFL Test is being held from the safety of your home. More information and system requirements to access the test can be found in tutorials available on the official ETS website. 

TOEFL Home Edition Registration (step by step)

  • Visit the Official Website
  • Create a TOEFL test-taker profile
  • Submit your TOEFL application form
  • Select your TOEFL test date for 2024 and opt for TOEFL at Home
  • Pay the TOEFL registration fee of ₹16,900 INR
  • Confirm and submit your TOEFL application form
  • Take a printout or save your TOEFL confirmation page for future use

However, candidates should note that before they register for the TOEFL Home Edition or Paper Edition, make sure your computer and testing room meet the requirements as prescribed on the official ETS website. If you don't meet these requirements on test day, you won't be able to test, and you won't receive a refund or a free reschedule.

TOEFL Test Dates 2024

TOEFL Registration Dates: As mentioned earlier, the TOEFL test is available to you throughout the year. The TOEFL at Home version of the test is available to you at your convenience. All you need to do is register for the TOEFL test, have the required system hardware and an internet connection, and appear for the exam. Candidates wanting to appear for the TOEFL test from a test centre has to make sure that the TOEFL test centre is operational and they should book the test keeping COVID-19 safety guidelines in mind.

The TOEFL exam test dates are subject to change but usually, the test takes place every Saturday and Sunday at the test centres. Still, confused about when should you book your TOEFL test? Experts suggest candidates should book their first TOEFL test 60-80 days before their application deadline.

The next most asked question remains, How many times can I appear for the TOEFL test? Candidates should note that students can take the TOEFL test as many times as he wants as long as there is a gap of three days between two tests. This applies even if you have cancelled your scores on a test taken previously.

TOEFL test centres in India

TOEFL Test Centres: ETS has introduced the TOEFL at Home test for the safety of candidates wanting to take the test at home. A lot of times, candidates still find it more convenient to take the TOEFL test from a TOEFL Test Centre. Candidates should note that TOEFL test centres are operating at a reduced capacity or have temporarily shut down because of the ongoing pandemic and also depending on the severity of the virus in the area. Candidates are advised to check with the concerned test centre before booking a TOEFL exam slot. The TOEFL exam is conducted at the following TOEFL test centres in India:

Ahmedabad Allahabad
Bhopal Chandigarh
Kochi Coimbatore
Indore Mumbai
Patna Thrissur
Trichy Vijayawada
Vadodara Warangal
Vishakapatnam Nizamabad
Gwalior Thiruvananthapuram

East Godavari District

Pondicherry

Amritsar

Tirupati
Pune Delhi
Hyderabad Jaipur
Gurgaon NCR Region Dehradun
Bengaluru Kolkata
Chennai

Read: Choosing between TOEFL and IELTS: A Comparison

TOEFL Slot Booking

For booking a slot for the TOEFL test you need a debit or credit card to pay a registration fee of ₹16,900 INR and a valid passport or Aadghar card as part of the TOEFL registration process.

Some important information the aspirants need to know before registering for the TOEFL test:

  • The information you provide on the ETS application should always match your ID i.e. your valid Indian passport or Aadhar Card. The name you provide should always be the same as it is on your passport/aadhar card. The testing authority can prohibit the aspirant from entering the test centre in case of any discrepancies. 
  • Check out which test-taking format is available in your location and if you are comfortable with that format or not.
  • Also, carefully read the policies of the examination before registration.

Important TOEFL Exam day tips

This is the most important day for the test taker as all the days of preparation and hard work would culminate in your performance on the TOEFL Exam day. Hence, candidates are advised to follow important TOEFL Exam day tips to be able to perform their best on the day of the exam. Good preparation always starts a day before the TOEFL exam, and not on the exam day. Candidates are required to sleep early as this would enable them to get a good night's rest and feel fresh on the day of the exam. Know the important TOEFL Exam Day tips, here. 

TOEFL Tips 2024

  1. You don’t need to stress about TOEFL as if you have been taught English since childhood, you shouldn’t have issues performing well.
  2. Before starting the Reading section, take a minute or two to compose yourself.
  3. Don’t study on test day. It will only stress you out rather than do any good.
  4. Solve lots of practice tests.
  5. Most computer test centres are air-conditioned, so wear comfortable and warm clothes. You don’t want cold feet (literally) on test day.
  6. For the Writing section, you get only 20 minutes. They may seem adequate, but they are about enough to proofread your essay only once. So be quick!
  7. You need to concentrate hard during the Speaking and Listening sections. The headphones provided will not be noise-cancelling ones, so you need to listen hard.
  8. You don’t need to yell into the microphone, your response is best recorded in natural tone and volume.
  9. Try not to hesitate while speaking. It is hard, but you have to practice speaking in a continuous flow. If you become blank during speaking, pause for a couple of seconds and resume.
  10. All The Best!

TOEFL Eligibility

The TOEFL exam is open to all and there are no specific TOEFL eligibility criteria. The respective institutes may have different eligibility criteria as part of their admission process but the TOEFL registration process has no specific criteria for appearing in the TOEFL exam.

TOEFL Cut Off

Many top colleges and universities across the US and other major international education destinations usually require a minimum TOEFL cut-off score of around 79 or 80. Apart from this, many universities set TOEFL cut-off scores for each section. So, it is always recommended by experts that candidates should check the correct TOEFL score requirements set by the college/university they are applying to. Exceeding the TOEFL cut-off scores will keep you in the safe zone and improve your chances of getting admission to your preferred college/university. It is always best to know your target score, as it will also help you in preparing for the TOEFL exam in 2024.

TOEFL Registrations 2024 FAQs

What is the registration cost for the TOEFL exam?

The registration cost for the TOEFL exam is US$190 for Indian nationals. Special services including late registration would come with an additional fee. 

Can I take the TOEFL exam at home?

Absolutely. Given the Covid-19 pandemic, ETS has made appearing for the TOEFL test seamless by launching the TOEFL iBT® Special Home Edition Test for candidates looking to take the test from the safety of their homes.

Is there a good TOEFL score?

There is no such thing as a good TOEFL score. Every university would have its own  TOEFL Score cut-off and students are required to achieve scores higher than the set grade. Candidates should note that higher TOEFL scores would automatically increase their chances of securing a seat in the university and also make them a front runner for any scholarships being offered by the university.

What is the age limit for the TOEFL exam?

The ETS has not set any age limit for students wanting to appear for the TOEFL test.

Who is eligible for the TOEFL test?

There are no specific eligibility criteria for the TOEFL exam prescribed by the ETS, the body that conducts the TOEFL test. Majorly, it is given by students who wish to get admission to universities, colleges, or educational institutions in English-speaking countries.

Is 500 a good TOEFL score?

Every university would have its own TOEFL Score cut-off and students are required to achieve scores equal to or higher than the set grade. Candidates should note that higher TOEFL scores would automatically increase their chances of securing a seat in the university and also make them a front runner for any scholarships being offered by the university. Hence, whether 500 is a good score or not would depend on the university you plan to take admission to. 

What documents are allowed inside the TOEFL exam centre?

The only allowed document inside the test centre is your ID (valid passport for Indian citizens). ETS recommends that candidates bring their registration information, but it is not required for entry.

Is TOEFL easy for Indian students?

Whether a test is hard or easy is very personal. However, rest assured, the TOEFL test has been introduced to test your understanding of the English language and not to make you miserable. The tests are created keeping in mind the student and a good preparation plan would yield positive results for students of any nationality.

Can I give TOEFL after the 12th?

As mentioned earlier, there are no eligibility criteria laid down by ETS for taking the TOEFL test. However, candidates are required to take the TOEFL test if universities, colleges, or educational institutions of English-speaking countries require TOEFL scores as part of their admission criteria.

Is TOEFL the hardest English exam for Indians wanting to study abroad?

Candidates should note that all English tests share a common objective, to test the candidate on their understanding of the English language. Hence, the core of all exams is identical in nature. They are different when it comes to the exam pattern and syllabus. Hence, when we talk about the toughest exam, candidates should note that they are at par with one another. Meaning, anyone finding difficulty with TOEFL would face similar problems while appearing for other English exams and vice versa.

What is the TOEFL registration process?

Candidates can visit the official website of TOEFL, mentioned above to create an account and register for the TOEFL exam.
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TIRTH GONDALIYA

5 months ago

Hello, My TOEFL iBT home edition EXAM's date is 19-05-2024. I don't know how to prepare and how I get 100+ score in this exam. Please, give me some advice please.

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Shalini

a year ago

Hello I have given TOEFL home edition and my scores is 104 (reading 30, listening 29, speaking 19, writing 26). Will the Ireland universities accepts this score and home edition?

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Rahul Singha

11 months ago

Hello Shalini. You can take a look at popular universities in Ireland, here: https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/apply You can also get in touch with our Shiksha Study Abroad Counsellors for assistance with Ireland University Admissions 2023 here: https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/apply

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NIKHIL YADAV

a year ago

Hello I have given my TOEFL exam today and I have completed reading and listening successfully mean while in speaking I have read the question first 3 words loudly in preparation time does that effect my scorecard.please reply me please

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Rahul Singha

a year ago

Hello Nikhil. Hope you are doing well. I seem to have overlooked your comment and my apologies for the same. I am guessing you have got your results by now. Reading the question out loud should not ideally affect your TOEFL test scores.

Do 93 overall TOEFL scores (R27, L27, W25, S14) leads rejection during Germany embassy interview, besides I have got unconditional offer from university? For Master Degree.

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Rahul Singha

a year ago

Hello Safiullah. The English language requirement is mostly university specific. Hence, if your university is convinced of your English-speaking skills then you would not have an issue with your student visa. However, you would be asked a couple of questions at the student visa interview and it is i

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hello my exam got under reviewed (i am not getting my score ) for a month and i don't know when i will get my results, but i need to get that score for my college applications. so in mean while, will i able to take another exam and can i get score with in a week ? while my exam is in under reviewed

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Rahul Singha

a year ago

Hello Nitin. the waiting period between two TOEFL exams has been reduced to 3 days. So you can appear for a second TOEFL exam after 3 days of appearing for your first TOEFL exam. I hope I have been able to answer your query. I would also advise you to write to TOEFL enquiring about the delay in repo

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