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For Indian students with global ambitions, success begins with a strong performance on standardised exams. These crucial tests fall into two categories: English language proficiency exams such as IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and the Duolingo English Test (DET), and standardised academic tests like the SAT, GMAT, and GRE.

Universities worldwide use these scores to objectively assess your skills and readiness for their programmes. Excelling in these exams not only proves your capability to thrive in an English-speaking academic environment but also significantly strengthens your application and unlocks valuable scholarship opportunities.

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Language Exams to Study Abroad

IELTS vs TOEFL

Language proficiency tests like TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, and Duolingo are essential when applying to universities abroad. These exams assess your English skills to ensure you can study effectively in an English-speaking environment. Each of these exams works on four different sections: reading, writing, speaking and listening. Let's break them down together, one exam at a time.

 

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IELTS is accepted by 12,000 universities around the world13,000 institutions accept TOEFL
USA, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada all accept IELTSNorth America, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, South America, Asia all accept TOEFL test scores
Available in both computer and paper-based test format at 4000 test locations globallyAvailable in both computer and paper-based format
You will get 80 questions, 2 writing tasks and a 3 part listening testYou will have almost 80 questions, 4 speaking and 2 writing tasks
IELTS test is 2 hour 45 minutes longIt is 3 hours long
Test result is valid for 2 yearsTest scores are valid till 2 years

PTE vs Duolingo

PTE vs Duolingo
 PTEDuolingo English Test
AcceptanceAccepted by over 3,500 institutions worldwide, including prestigious universitiesAccepted by over 5,900 institutions worldwide
DestinationsAccepted in countries like Australia, Canada, the UK, and New ZealandAccepted by universities in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, and New Zealand, among others
FormatThe test is fully computer-based and uses AI-powered scoringIt is a remote, computer-adaptive test that can be taken online from any location
StructureIt has a variety of question types across integrated sections. The total number of questions can varyThe test is adaptive, with the number of questions varying. It includes a 45-minute graded section and a 10-minute ungraded speaking and writing sample
DurationThe total test duration is approximately 2 hoursThe test is approximately 1 hour long
ResultsResults are typically available within 2 business daysTest results are available within 48 hours
ValidityTest results are valid for 2 yearsTest results are valid for 2 years

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Standardised Entrance Exams to Study Abroad

Universities in top study destinations like the USA, UK, and Australia base admissions on standardised test results. These exams evaluate applicants' subject knowledge and aptitude for their chosen programme. Universities abroad heavily depend on these test scores to select admission profiles.

 SATACT
PurposeThe SAT is a primary admissions test for undergraduate programmes at US colleges and universitiesThe ACT is also used for undergraduate admissions in US colleges and universities
Skills AssessedIt evaluates your evidence-based reading, writing, and math skillsIt has four main sections: English, Math, Reading, and Science. There is also an optional Writing section
FormatThe SAT is now a digital, computer-adaptive test with a built-in calculator for all math questionsEach of the four main sections is scored on a scale of 1 to 36 points. Your composite score is the average of these four scores
DurationThe test is 2 hours and 14 minutes longThe total test duration is 2 hours and 55 minutes (without the optional Writing section)
Score Range400 - 16001 - 36

GRE vs GMAT

 GREGMAT
PurposeThe GRE General Test is widely used for admission to graduate, business, and law school programmesThe GMAT Focus Edition is specifically designed for admission to graduate business schools, including MBA programmes
Skills AssessedIt measures your verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and analytical writing skillsIt evaluates your verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and data insights skills
FormatThe test is now a shorter, computer-based exam. You can send your best scores to admissions officers, which is a key featureThe test has a flexible format where you can review and change up to three answers per section
DurationThe total test time is approximately 1 hour and 58 minutesThe test is 2 hours and 15 minutes long and consists of three 45-minute sections

Preferred Exams to Study Abroad by Country

When planning to study abroad, it's crucial to familiarise yourself with the specific tests required for your chosen country and programme. Understanding these requirements is the first step towards a successful application. This guide will help you decode which exams are necessary for your international education journey.

Here’s a closer look

CountryRequired Tests
USA
  • UG
  • Graduate
  • Professional

English Proficiency Test – TOEFL, IELTS
Standardised Entrance Test – SAT, ACT

UK
  • UG
  • Graduate
  • Professional

English Proficiency Test – TOEFL, IELTS
Standardised Entrance Test – SAT, ACT

Canada
  • UG
  • Graduate
  • Professional

English Proficiency Test – TOEFL, IELTS
Standardised Entrance Test – SAT, ACT

Australia
  • UG
  • Graduate
  • Professional

English Proficiency Test – TOEFL, IELTS
Standardised Entrance Test – SAT, ACT

New Zealand
  • UG
  • Graduate

English Proficiency Test – TOEFL, IELTS
Standardised Entrance Test – SAT, ACT

Germany
  • UG
  • Graduate
  • Professional

English Proficiency Test – TOEFL, IELTS, TestDaf, DSH
Standardised Entrance Test – GRE, GMAT

France
  • UG
  • Graduate
  • Professional

English Proficiency Test – TOEFL, IELTS, TCF, TEF
Standardised Entrance Test – GRE, GMAT

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