TOEFL

Whether a test is hard or easy is very personal. However, rest assured, the TOEFL test has been created 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.

There is no such thing as failing or passing the TOEFL exam. Every university would have its own TOEFL Score cut-off and students are required to achieve scores equal 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. A low TOEFL score would require the student to re-take the exam to improve his/her performance.

Candidates should note that scoring in the TOEFL exam will entirely depend upon their preparation for the exam. Candidates who do not use any shortcuts and study with a plan in mind are sure to score above candidates who rely on last-minute preparations. And for serious candidates, there is no limit to their score. Hence, whether getting an 80 in your next TOEFL is easy or not would entirely depend on how you have prepared for the TOEFL test. 

Time is of the essence. Candidates should remember to start early, go through the entire syllabus with special attention to the difficult areas and solve as many TOEFL practise papers as possible. This way candidates can look at acing their preparation and performing well for the TOEFL exam.

Yes. Take 2 full tests, one in Week 3, one in Week 4. This helps you get used to real test timing and improves your speed.

Try to study at least 2 to 4 hours daily. You can divide like this:

• 1 hr for Reading
• 1 hr for Listening
• 30 mins for Speaking
• 30 mins for Writing

Also do 15–20 mins vocab practice

Use trusted TOEFL materials like:

• Official TOEFL Guide by ETS
• Magoosh TOEFL prep
• TOEFL Practice Online (TPO)
• YouTube channels
• Vocabulary apps

You can practice TOEFL section at home by following this: 

• Listen to TOEFL lectures, YouTube channels, or podcasts
• Take notes while listening
• Replay audio and check how much you understood
• Answer sample questions and check answers