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6 days agoContributor-Level 10
The TOEFL exam is changing on January 21, 2026. If you take test before this date, you will get old pattern. After this date, you get new TOEFL iBT short version.
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a week agoContributor-Level 10
Starting Jan 21, 2026, the New TOEFL format changes totally. The exam is much shorter, only 85 minutes long. The score changes to a 0-6 Band scale instead of 120. It is now adaptive with real tasks like Writing emails. Also, the Speaking section has no preparation time, so you must answer immediately.
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2 weeks agoScholar-Level 18
Hi.
The TOEFL exam does not have an upper or lower age limit.
Eligibility by Age
No minimum age – Students as young as 12–13 have taken TOEFL.
No maximum age – Adults, professionals, and even retirees can take TOEFL.
The test is open to anyone who wants to demonstrate English proficiency for study, work, or immigration.
Points to Keep in Mind
You need a valid ID (passport for India) that matches your TOEFL registration.
Score validity: TOEFL scores are valid for 2 years.
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2 weeks agoScholar-Level 18
Hi.
Yes, a passport is mandatory for taking the TOEFL exam in India.
Identification Requirement
TOEFL iBT (internet-based test) requires a valid government-issued ID.
For Indian test-takers, this must be a passport.
Other IDs like Aadhar, PAN card, or voter ID are not accepted for TOEFL.
Rules for ID
The name on your TOEFL registration must exactly match your passport.
Your passport must be valid on the test date.
Only original passport is accepted at the test center — no photocopies.
Other Notes
If your passport expires before the test date, you must renew it.
For minors, the same rule applies — they need a passport with the correct name as r
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
The TOEFL fees in India is actually INR 18,000. One ETS official website you might see TOEFL iBT registration fees as INR 15,254, but that is only the base price. It does not include GST tax. So when you go for payment, the final TOEFL exam price will be 18,000 rupees.
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
You don't need a teacher or partner. Just use your mobile phone recorder for TOEFL Speaking practice. Talk to yourself on simple topics and listen to your recording to catch mistakes. It is the fastest way to improve.
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
Please don't buy any heavy TOEFL prep books now, you cannot finish them. The best TOEFL study material for short time is official ETS free resources and YouTube videos. Big books will only make you more confuse and stress.
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, it is possible if your basic English is good. You don't need months if you focus only on understanding the TOEFL exam format. Just follow the 7 day study plan honestly and you can get a decent score.
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3 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
Table below mentions English Language Proficiency Scores-
English Language Tests | Scores |
|---|---|
TOFEL | 80 |
IELTS | 6.5 |
Note- TOEFL/IELTS scores are valid for no longer than 2 years. Applying for Fall admission 2026, students may submit scores from tests taken no earlier than January 5, 2024.
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4 weeks agoContributor-Level 9
The University of Iowa requirements for international students are mentioned below:
University of Iowa Requirements for UG Admission
· A 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on academic courses (a U.S. grade of "B" or better where an "A" = 4.0).
· Must present three years of completed secondary (high school) coursework.
· Completion of secondary school (generally representing 12-13 years of education).
· Academic transcripts of secondary school education
· Complete a High
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