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TOEFL Exam Dates 2026 in India

Check how to find available TOEFL test-centre and Home Edition slots, when registration closes and how early you should book before your UAE university application deadline.

TOEFL Exam Dates 2026: India Schedule, Registration & Booking Guide

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The Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-based test is different from exams. It does not have a few fixed dates. It runs every day, which means you have to plan your Test of English as a Foreign Language exam calendar likewise.

Here's everything Indian students need to know about TOEFL exam dates, the TOEFL booking process and TOEFL exam schedule for the year 2026.

Key Highlights: TOEFL Exam Dates 2026

ParticularsDetails
Conducting BodyETS (Educational Testing Service)
Exam FrequencyTOEFL iBT (Test Centre): 60+ times a year, city-dependent │ Home Edition: multiple days a week
RegistrationOnline via ETS account (TOEFL Registration)
Duration~90 minutes
Fee₹15,254 (plus applicable GST) — see TOEFL Fee
Score Validity2 years from the test date
AttemptsNo limit
Gap Between AttemptsMinimum 3 days

Important Note on the 2026 Format Update

ETS rolled out a redesigned TOEFL iBT worldwide on January 21, 2026. If you're testing now, you're taking this updated version. Verified directly from ETS's official TOEFL iBT pages:

  • Test duration is reduced to approximately 90 minutes (down from around 2 hours), with no scheduled break.
  • Reading and Listening are now adaptive, adjusting question difficulty as you go.
  • Writing now comes before Speaking in the section order, and Speaking tasks are shorter than before.
  • Scoring uses a new 1 to 6 scale aligned with the CEFR framework, alongside the familiar 0 to 120 scale.
  • ETS will report both scales side by side for two years, so universities can compare old and new scores directly.

This doesn't change how you register or book a date, but it matters when comparing older score reports or checking whether a TOEFL preparation resource is current. For a fuller breakdown of question types and section timing, see our TOEFL Pattern and TOEFL Syllabus pages.

How TOEFL Exam Dates Work in India

TOEFL does not follow a fixed national exam calendar the way some entrance exams do. Instead:

  • TOEFL iBT (Test Centre)Is offered more than 60 times a year at authorised TOEFL test centres in India, with availability depending on your city and centre capacity.
  • TOEFL Home EditionIs available multiple days a week, with slots running close to round-the-clock on the days it's offered, since you're testing from your own computer under remote proctoring.

Because dates are released on a rolling basis, the only reliable way to check TOEFL available dates and TOEFL test slots for your city is through ETS's own "Find Test Centers and Dates" tool, inside your free ETS account. A live calendar shows which slots are open (green), limited or full in time. We are not publishing a table of 2026 dates because it would get outdated quickly.

TOEFL Test Formats and Availability

Format Availability Best For
TOEFL iBT (Test Centre) 60+ times a year at authorised centres; varies by city Candidates who want a quiet, proctored environment
TOEFL iBT Home Edition Multiple days a week, near-24-hour slots on test days Candidates needing flexible scheduling, or with limited nearby centres, will be provided with the equipment and the room requirements will be met

Both formats share identical content, format and scoring, and are accepted equally by universities. For a full comparison against IELTS, see TOEFL vs IELTS.

How to Book Your TOEFL Exam: Step by Step

1

Create Your ETS Account

Register at the official ETS TOEFL portal using your email ID. Your name and date of birth have to match your passport. This is the ID we accept for testing in India.

2

Check TOEFL Eligibility

There are no requirements or age limits to take TOEFL. If you are not sure if you need to give TOEFL, TOEFL Essentials or any other test for your programme, check the TOEFL eligibility.

3

Search Test Centers and Dates

You need to enter your city or postal code to view TOEFL test slots in real time. This is the step most students refer to as "TOEFL find test centres and dates".

4

Choose Your Format

Test Centre: a structured, proctored environment.
Home Edition: test from home, provided you meet ETS's equipment and room requirements.

5

Select Score Recipients

You get 4 free score reports to send to institutions. Choose these before test day if you already know your target universities; adding recipients later costs extra per report.

6

Confirm and Pay

Registration fees are billed in INR through your ETS account. Complete payment to confirm your booking.

7

Receive Confirmation

You'll get an email confirmation with your appointment details, test centre address (if applicable), and reporting time.

ID Document Checklist:
  • A valid, physical passport is the only accepted ID for Indian test-takers on test day.
  • Aadhar cards, PAN cards, driving licences, photocopies or scanned images are not accepted.
  • Your ETS account name and date of birth must match your passport exactly; mismatches can mean denied entry with no refund.

For students, the people at ETS say you should choose a test date for the TOEFL exam that is 2 to 3 months before the earliest deadline for admissions. It is also an idea to book your TOEFL exam about 4 months in advance if you want to have a lot of choices for the test time, especially in big cities; the test centers in cities fill up really fast during the busy months when a lot of people are applying.

How to Choose the Right TOEFL Exam Date

Choosing a date for the TOEFL exam is not about finding an available date. Weigh it against:

  • University application deadline:Your target intake's final submission date.
  • Scholarship deadline:Often earlier than the general admission deadline.
  • Visa processing time:UAE student visas need finalised admission and document verification, which depends on your score being in hand.
  • Possibility of a retake:Leave room for a second attempt if your first score falls short.
  • Score reporting timeline:Build in the 8–16 day window (below) before your deadline, not right up against it.
Expert insight: Students applying to UAE universities often underestimate the score reporting time. Booking your test at least 8 to 10 weeks before your application deadline leaves enough time for score delivery and, if required, one additional attempt.

TOEFL Exam Fee 2026 (India), Official ETS Pricing

Fee TypeAmount (INR)
TOEFL iBT Registration₹15,254
Late Registration₹3,305.08
Test Rescheduling₹5,000
Reinstatement of Canceled Scores₹1,652.54
Additional Score Reports (beyond the 4 free ones)₹2,300 per report
Speaking or Writing Score Review₹6,694.92
Payment Return Fee₹2,900

₹15,254 is ETS's listed TOEFL registration price on its official India fees page. Applicable GST is typically added at checkout, which is why many students report a final charge closer to ₹18,000. Always confirm the exact payable amount in your ETS account before paying, as ETS can revise this at any time. See TOEFL fee for the full breakdown. Registration and Home Edition fees are identical; you don't pay more for testing from home.

Rescheduling and Cancelling Your TOEFL Exam

Per ETS's official Payment, Refund & Cancellation Terms:

  • If you want to reschedule your test date or cancel it, you have to do it at least four days before the test. For example, if your test is on a Saturday, you have to do it by Tuesday before that.
  • If you cancel by this time, you will get fifty per cent of your money back. The rest of the money will be kept to cover the costs of processing and the test centre.
  • If you want to reschedule your test, you will have to pay a fee of ₹5,000.
  • If you miss the deadline or do not show up or arrive late or do not have a valid ID, you are not eligible for any refund.

When Should You Book Your TOEFL Exam for UAE Admissions?

UAE Intake Recommended Test Window Book By
September Intake March to May At least 2 to 3 months before your application deadline
January Intake July to September At least 2 to 3 months before your application deadline

Score reports typically reach your chosen universities within roughly 8 to 16 days of your test date, so leave enough buffer for score delivery and a possible retake before your earliest deadline. There's no limit on how many times you can take TOEFL, but ETS requires a minimum gap of 3 days between attempts.

Experts say that your TOEFL score is good for two years after you take the test. So if you are applying to a university programme in the UAE and they are not going to start the programme right away, you need to make sure your TOEFL score is still valid when they finally say yes to you, not just when you send in your application.

If you want to study in the UAE, we can help you. Our counselors can help you pick a university and understand what you need to do with the TOEFL test. They can even help you fill out your application. It will not cost you anything.

Disclaimer: ETS is in charge of how the test costs and when you can take it. They can change these things if they want to. You should always check your official ETS account to get the most up-to-date information about the TOEFL test and ETS.
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