The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is a widely recognized and trusted standardized test designed to assess the English proficiency of non-native speakers. TOEFL measures the ability to understand and use North American English, making it a preferred choice for admission to American academic institutions. Developed, designed, and administered by the US-based Educational Testing Service (ETS), the TOEFL internet-based test (iBT) focuses on integrated skills, assessing reading, listening, speaking, and writing abilities. The test content is authentic, reflecting the language used in everyday academic and professional settings. The test is scored on a scale of 0-120, with each section contributing equally. TOEFL scores are valid for up to 2 years.
Contents and Formats
Task/ Skill Score Scale Test Time Teaching Format
Reading 0-30 20 questions, 35 minutes 12 hours
Listening 0-30 28 questions, 36 minutes 6 hours
Speaking 0-30 4 tasks, 16 minutes 12 hours
Writing 0-30 2 tasks, 29 minutes 12 hours