TOEFL

Check university or visa deadlines first. Finish strong prep 2–4 weeks before the test. Pick a date when you feel ready. Leave buffer time for retakes if needed.

Book 2–3 months early. Peak months like August–November fill fast in India. Early booking gives better centres and dates. Avoid last-minute stress.

Try December to July. These months have more open slots and less competition. Avoid August–November if possible. Early booking gives you better centres and dates. Plan ahead.

September, October, and November have huge demand. Fall semester deadlines for US, Canada, and UK universities fall around then. Thousands of Indian students take TOEFL at the same time.

August to November are the busiest. Many students apply for fall intake abroad. Slots fill very fast in these months. Book early!

Look at nearby cities first. Check dates 2–3 months ahead. Keep refreshing the page daily. People cancel slots sometimes. Book quickly when you see one. Early planning helps a lot.

Yes, you can! Go to ets.org/toefl. Click “Schedule Your Test.” Choose your country and city. Browse dates and centres freely. You only need to log in when you book.

Go to the ETS website. Log in to your account. Select "Register/Find Test Centers." Pick your country and city. View available dates. Slots update daily.

Yes, rules are strict near the date. If you try to change or cancel less than 4 full days before, you cannot do it online. You will lose the full fee with no refund. In very rare cases like serious illness, you can request a partial refund later by contacting ETS with proof.

Sign in to ETS. Select your test. Click "Cancel" and follow the steps to confirm. You must cancel at least 4 full days before the test day to get a partial refund. Usually, you get back about 50% of the fee after the deduction.