TOEFL Exam Fees

In 2024, the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) set a uniform fee structure across India. The test is available at multiple locations in India across all its states. TOEFL exam dates are available all round the year. This year, the fee for the TOEFL iBT test at home centers and test centers is INR 17242 (approx), and the fee for the TOEFL essential test is INR 10,093.

Additional charges have also been revised for the upcoming exams. The rescheduling fee for 2024 is INR 5,900, while the late registration fee is INR 3,900. Many payment options are available for hassle-free money transactions.

Now, candidates can use Maestro debit and credit cards, RuPay debit and credit cards, Mastercard, VISA cards, UPI, and all other UPI-enabled applications like Gpay, PhonePe, Amazon Pay, WhatsApp, etc. to pay the TOEFL exam fees.

Read on to learn all about TOEFL exam fees here.

TOEFL Exam Fees in India 2024

Usually, students or working individuals take TOEFL exam preparation to pursue higher studies or get better jobs in countries like the UK, USA, Australia, Canada, etc. The table below shows the various TOEFL exam fees applicable in India:

City-wise TOEFL Exam Fees

TOEFL Essential Test Fees

• Candidates willing to take the full test can appear for the TOEFL iBT home edition or TOEFL iBT at the test center.
• TOEFL Essential test is ideal for those individuals who are short on time and want to appear for the shortest exam.
• The TOEFL paper edition test was discontinued in January 2024. Now, candidates can only appear for the TOEFL computer-based test. However, a candidate can take the TOEFL paper edition test in areas with low computer or internet availability.
• Starting this year, the TOEFL exam will take 2 hours instead of 3.

TOEFL Exam Fees 2024 for All Formats

TOEFL Essential Test Fees 2024

• In 2024, the fee for the TOEFL essential test is around USD 120 (~INR 10,093).
• The TOEFL test is divided into four parts: Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking.
• Candidates who have cleared the 10+2 level of education or have earned a degree equivalent to the 12th board examination are eligible to appear for the TOEFL test.
• ETS has not set any age limit for the candidates appearing for the TOEFL exams.

TOEFL Fees 2024: Country-Wise

TOEFL Registration Fees 2024

• Candidates can register for the TOEFL test throughout the year.
• Registration for the TOEFL test can be done online, via phone, mail, or in person.
• Online registration closes a week before the original exam, and after that, a late registration fee will be charged.

Step-by-Step Guide to TOEFL Registration

Step 1: Creating an Account

• To create an ETS account, visit the Educational Testing Service’s official website and provide the information asked on the screen, such as your name, mailing address, email, contact number, etc.
• Choose your account username and password and click “Submit”.

Step 2: Log in to Choose a Date

• Next, log into your account by entering your username and password.
• Once logged in, click the “Registration for a Test” option.
• Select a date that aligns with your schedule, then press “Continue”.

Step 3: Completion of the Registration Form

• Complete the remaining part of the TOEFL registration form.
• Fill up all your demographic information, including your nationality, native language, and gender.
• Next, fill out the questionnaire about your educational background.
• Agree with the terms and policies and then click “Confirm”.

Step 4: Payment of Registration Fees

• Choose the mode of payment — debit card, credit card, or UPI method.
• Fill up the necessary payment information, and click on “Confirm”.

Step 5: Confirmation

• After successfully filling up the registration form and paying the registration fees, you will receive a confirmation mail from ETS.
• The confirmation mail contains details about the examination date, reporting time, location of the exam center, etc.

TOEFL Rescheduling Fees 2024

• TOEFL exam dates can be rescheduled online by logging into the existing ETS account.
• The TOEFL test date must be rescheduled before 4 days from the original exam date.
• While rescheduling the TOEFL exam dates, candidates may require certain documents such as:

1. TOEFL program appointment number,
2. date of birth,
3. name at the time when registration is done,
4. original test date,
5. phone number,
6. email ID, etc.

TOEFL Test Refund Policies 2024

• Candidates are eligible for a 50% refund if they cancel the exam 4 days from the original exam date. For instance, if the exam was on Sunday, then the cancellation must take place by Wednesday.
• The TOEFL test refund applies only to exam fees and does not apply to other administrative services, such as international test site fees or preparation of test materials.
• Candidates are eligible for a full refund only if there is an ETS-initiated cancellation after the candidates have reached the exam center and have not rescheduled their exam dates.
• Candidates will get their refund money directly to the source account if the payments were made by cards or UPI-enabled apps.

Additional Services Fees for TOEFL 2024

Usually, the TOEFL score is sent to four schools/ universities of the candidate’s preference. If the candidate wants to send the score to more universities, an additional fee (as mentioned in the table) is charged per university the score is sent.

TOEFL Exam Fees Payment Modes in India 2024

TOEFL exam fees are to be paid through certain methods decided by the Educational Testing Service or EST. Here are the details of the various payment modes:

• Maestro/Debit/Credit card
• RuPay Debit/Credit card
• Other cards such as American Express, China Union Pay, Discover, Diners Club, Master Card, VISA Card
• UPI, and all other BHIM UPI-enabled applications like Gpay, PhonePe, Amazon Pay, WhatsApp, etc.