
English Proficiency Test
Why is the English Proficiency Test vital to studying overseas?
International students aspiring to pursue their higher education in countries such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the USA, and the UK, are required to submit the English language proficiency test results as a part of their admission process in universities/ academic institutions.
The English proficiency test will examine whether your English language skills are adequate to communicate, understand and produce scholarly writing during your academic studies. Most countries demand international students to submit the results of one of the standardised English language proficiency tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE.
Depending on the course, course duration, university, institution, and the country you choose, you might be exempted from the standardised English proficiency test. Still, you must take up any one of the approved English language proficiency tests to be eligible to study in your desired country or university.
What is IELTS exam?
The IELTS exam is one of the standardised English proficiency tests approved by over 100 countries to process international students’ higher education applications. The IELTS exam structure and questions are framed by some of the world’s best English language experts to assess the students’ language skills.
International citizens prefer to take up the IELTS English proficiency test when they either need to study overseas or apply for a PR.
IELTS exams are classified into two types, i.e) Academic IELTS Exam and General IELTS Exam.
- Academic IELTS Exam- Designed especially for international students applying to study at a designated university or institution across the world.
- General IELTS Exam - Designed especially for international citizens wanting to immigrate to an English-speaking country such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the US, and the UK.


What is TOEFL exam?
The TOEFL exam is a popular English proficiency test to examine international students’ ability to communicate effectively overseas. The TOEFL exam is widely accepted across 120+ countries, including Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the US and the UK. Students can take up the TOEFL exam in two ways, i.e) TOEFL iBT and TOEFL PBT.
- What is TOEFL iBT Exam?TOEFL iBT stands for the Internet-based exam. The TOEFL iBT exam is entirely conducted online, yet the evaluating methodologies remain the same.
- What is TOEFL PBT Exam?TOEFL PBT stands for Paper-based English language proficiency exam. The PBT exam is conducted through traditional on-room methods, and the test examines students proficiency in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening..
What is PTE exam?
PTE exam is one of the oldest English language proficiency tests to assess people’s writing, speaking and reading skills. The Pearson Language Tests comprises two tests to examine the English proficiency of students wishing to study or work overseas. The two types of PTE exams are PTE Academic and PTE General.
- What is PTE Academic exam?
PTE Academic exam is an online based English language proficiency test aimed at allowing students to take up the test at any course of a year. Students’ reading, listening, writing, and speaking skills are examined in the PTE Academic format.
- What is PTE General exam?
PTE General is a paper-based on-room English language proficiency test. This format is most suitable for people looking to either work or migrate overseas. Unlike PTE Academic, the PTE General exam is conducted only in specific months of the year.

Highlights of TOEFL Exam
- The TOEFL exam is accepted in all Australian and New Zealand universities.
- Over 98% of U.K universities accept TOEFL scores, which include the elite Russell Group universities.
- The TOEFL exam is accepted by over 10,000 universities and institutions across 150 countries.
Highlights of IELTS Exam
- Conducting English proficiency exams for over 40 years.
- The IELTS exam score is accepted in more than 140 countries.
- Go8 universities in Australia accept IELTS Test Score.
Highlights of PTE Exam
- PTE Academic is accepted for entry requirements by over 1,600 institutions globally.
- Accepted for all New Zealand and Australian student visa applications.
- Around 90% of Canadian Universities accept PTE Test Results.
Courses | Preferred English Proficiency Test for each country |
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Undergraduate | TOEFL - the US and Canada IELTS and PTE - UK, New Zealand, and Australia. |
Law | TOEFL - US and Canada IELTS and PTE - UK, New Zealand, and Australia. |
Medicine | TOEFL - US, UK, and Canada IELTS and PTE - New Zealand and Australia. |
MS | TOEFL - Canada and the US. IELTS and PTE - New Zealand, UK, and Australia. |
MBA | IELTS and PTE - Australia. TOEFL - New Zealand, US, UK, and Canada |
Diploma/certificate | TOEFL - US and Canada IELTS and PTE - UK, New Zealand, and Australia. |
Courses |
Preferred English Proficiency Test for each country |
Undergraduate |
TOEFL - the US and Canada IELTS and PTE - UK, New Zealand, and Australia. |
Law |
TOEFL - US and Canada IELTS and PTE - UK, New Zealand, and Australia. |
Medicine |
TOEFL - US, UK, and Canada IELTS and PTE - New Zealand and Australia. |
MS |
TOEFL - Canada and the US. IELTS and PTE - New Zealand, UK, and Australia. |
MBA |
IELTS and PTE - Australia. TOEFL - New Zealand, US, UK, and Canada |
Diploma/certificate |
TOEFL - US and Canada IELTS and PTE - UK, New Zealand, and Australia. |
Why should you enrol in AECC India’s English Test Preparation Classes?
With expert facilitators, top-notch curriculum, and years of experience in teaching students, our English proficiency course coaches help you prepare for all standardised English language Tests across all formats.
Our coaches understand the hindrance faced by non-native English speakers and are competent enough to tailor personalised language programs to help students in the areas that need to be improved. You can enrol in one of our English test preparation centres situated in Chennai, Ahmedabad and Surat.
Not only you can master your English proficiency test, but also you will become proficient in reading, writing, listening and effective communication.