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Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is a US based standardized test to measure the English language proficiency of non-native English speakers. Just like the IELTS, this test also checks your ability to read, write, listen, and speak English language efficiently.
Types of TOEFL Tests
There are 5 types of TOEFL Exams. These are,
1. TOEFL IBT: TOEFL iBT is the most popular type of TOEFL exam. It is an internet based exam which you can take at home or at a test center. This test is accepted across the world in about 160 countries and more than 11,000 universities.
This test is usually required for professionals and students who wish to work or study in an English country.
2. TOEFL Essential: The TOEFL essential is shorter than the IBT test. It assesses a student’s general English ability. It consists listening and reading passages in the simple form of English language used in daily life.
3. TOEFL ITP Assessment Series: The assessment series also check the test takers on the 4 section of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. However, it is slightly less demanding than the TOEFL IBT. This test can be used for checking existing English language levels before proficiency tests, placement to English courses, and admission to short term non degree programs.
4. TOEFL Junior: The junior test has two versions. These versions are the standard test and the speaking test. For the standard test, reading, listening, and writing sections are available. The speaking test is the second version. This test is used to check the academic and social English language skills of young students.
5. TOEFL Primary: The TOEFL primary tests are for children. Teachers use these tests to see the level of English their students have, and identify their strengths and areas of improvement. The minimum age limit for this test is 8 years. It evaluates students listening, reading, and speaking skills in one hour.
Amongst all these tests, the internet based TOEFL iBT is the most important and relevant test in Pakistan.
TOEFL Fee In Pakistan
The fee for TOEFL iBT is 250 US dollars. You will need to pay this fee as you register for the test. This means you will be paying 56,935 rupees for the test plus taxes and deductions made because of international payments. Approximately, you will be paying a total of 60,000 rupees for this test.
Please note that if you register within 7 days of your test date, you will need to pay an additional 40 dollars, exceeding your fee to 245 dollars. Its always better to register at least 10 days before your test date.
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TOEFL Dates in Pakistan
The TOEFL exam is help online, and on center in different cities of Pakistan all year long. To find out about the test dates, create your account on the ETS website, choose your location, type of test, and you will find options to choose your test center and date according to your own schedule.
We suggest that you make a booking at least a month before your test date. This will protect you from extra fee, and you will have a larger range of dates to choose from. If you book later than this time, you may not find a booking.
Also check out IELTS dates in Pakistan.
How To Register For TOEFL?
Educational testing Service ETS conducts the TOEFL. To register for TOEFL follow these steps,
1. Go to ETS website ‘www.ets.org’
2. Sign Up for Test Registration
3. Log In To your Portal
4. Select Your Test
5. Select the Dates and Location
6. Make the payment
7. Prepare for your test!
8. TOEFL Fee In Pakistan
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Structure of TOEFL Test
The most commonly used and universally accepted type of TOEFL is the TOEFL iBT. This is a highly structured test, unlike the IELTS. Both IELTS and TOEFL have the same four sections, but the question types, and the kind of preparation you need is different.
The total time duration to complete all the four sections is 2 hours. In these two hours, here is the breakdown of the time and tasks you will get for each section.
|
Section |
Time |
MCQs/ Tasks |
|
Reading |
35 |
20 MCQs |
|
Listening |
36 |
28 MCQs |
|
Speaking |
16 |
4 Tasks |
|
Writing |
29 |
2 Tasks |
In this test, you will be sitting infront a computer at home or at a test center. The sections will be arranged in the same order as those given above. After you complete the test, you will receive your reading and listening scores right away. Then you will find a date on which you will receive your writing, speaking, and overall test score report on your ETS account.
1. TOEFL Reading Section
Duration: 35 minutes
The reading section will have two passages, each with 10 MCQ based questions. You will have to solve these passages taken from books, magazines, and other academic writings. In some of these questions, there will be more than one correct option. So be very careful as you solve these
Reading Question Types
All the MCQs will fall under a total of 7 question types. These are,
1. Factual Information
2. Vocabulary
3. Negative Factual Information
4. Inference
5. Theoretical Purpose
6. Sentence Insertion
7. Passage Summary
You can find the complete guide for TOEFL Reading here.
2. TOEFL Listening Section
Duration: 36 minutes
The listening section which will have 2 conversations, and 3 lecture recordings. The total time for this section will be 36 minutes.
In TOEFL listening, you will be listening to recorded questions. After each recording you will receive a set of multiple choice questions from these recordings. Let’s break down the number of questions you will have to solve with each recording,
|
Recording |
No. of MCQs |
|
Conversation 1 |
6 |
|
Conversation 2 |
6 |
|
Lecture 1 |
5 |
|
Lecture 2 |
5 |
|
Lecture 3 |
5 |
This means that you will be solving a total of 27 questions by listening to 5 recordings.
3. Listening Question Types at TOEFL iBT
There are 7 types of questions on the listening section of TOEFL. These are,
2. Detail Identification
3. Inference
4. Function
5. Attitude
6. Connecting Questions
7. Organization
You can find the complete guide for TOEFL Listening here.
3. TOEFL Speaking Section
Duration: 16 minutes
The speaking section has a different format. In this section you will have a total of 16 minutes to respond to 4 tasks. Here is a breakdown of each of these 4 tasks,
|
Independent Task |
Expressing your own opinion |
|
Integrated Task 1 |
Read/Listen/Speak as per the passage and audio |
|
Integrated Task 2 |
Summary of a listening passage |
|
Integrated Task 3 |
Summary and explanation of an academic lecture |
You can find the complete guide for TOEFL speaking here.
4. TOEFL Writing Section
Duration: 29 minutes
In the writing section, you will have two tasks. These tasks have been broken down here,
|
Integrated Writing |
Summarize information from a reading passage and recorded lecture. |
|
Independent Writing |
Write an essay supporting your opinion with examples to contribute to an academic discussion. |
You can find the complete guide for TOEFL writing here.
Scores For TOEFL
The total score for TOEFL is 120. Each of its four sections has 30 points each. Here is a breakdown of what these scores mean,
|
Section |
English Competency Against Score Range |
|
Reading |
Advanced (24-30) |
|
Listening |
Advanced (22-30) |
|
Speaking |
Advanced (25-30) |
|
Writing |
Advanced (24-30) |
What is a good average score on TOEFL?
On average you should be aiming to score at least 90 out of 120 on your TOEFL exam. This score is acceptable in many good universities across the world and also gives a good picture of your overall competency for professional environments as well.
Which Universities Demand TOEFL?
TOEFL is a very popular language proficiency test. Many universities across the world demand TOEFL scores as proof of English language proficiency of international students. In most of the US universities your TOEFL scores will be mandatory. Some universities will ask you to submit TOEFL test even if you already have an IELTS score available.
Other than US, TOEFL is also accepted in universities across the world including the top universities from UK, Canada, and Australia.
Check the university admission requirements, and prepare yourself accordingly.
Should I Give IELTS or TOEFL?
Most international students prefer IELTS over TOEFL. IELTS is accepted by most universities across the world. However, if you wish to study at the US, you should take the TOFEL because it is demanded at most institutions across the US.
The test you choose depends upon the country and specific educational institute you want to apply for. To avoid trouble, you should see the countries and universities where you wish to apply first. After that you can plan on the test that can work for you in most of your applications.
If you think TOEFL is not for you, we also have a complete guidance series on IELTS. You can access this guide through the following links,
IELTS: The Complete Guide
How to Prepare for IELTS Reading Test
How to Prepare for IELTS Writing Test
How to Prepare for IELTS Speaking Test
How to Prepare for IELTS Listening Test
We hope you can prepare well and get your dream scores! Feel free to contact us for any further queries.
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