1(self.webpackChunk_N_E=self.webpackChunk_N_E||[]).push([[4973,9984,4121],{40546:function(t,e,a){(window.__NEXT_P=window.__NEXT_P||[]).push(["/study-abroad/exam",function(){return a(82073)}])},54121:function(t,e,a){"use strict";a.r(e);var n=a(85893),s=a(5152),i=a.n(s);let c=i()(()=>a.e(2322).then(a.bind(a,72322)),{loadableGenerated:{webpack:()=>[72322]}}),o=i()(()=>a.e(3452).then(a.bind(a,93996)),{loadableGenerated:{webpack:()=>[93996]}});e.default=t=>{let{data:e,isMobile:a}=t,{description:s,title:i,contactDetails:r}=e||{},handleClicked=t=>{};return(0,n.jsxs)("div",{className:"flex flex-col justify-center items-start my-spacing40",children:[(0,n.jsx)("h2",{children:(0,n.jsx)(c,{text:i})}),(0,n.jsx)("p",{className:"md:text-bodyLarge xs:text-bodySmall font-circularRegular text-[#666] pt-spacing8 -tracking-0.2",children:s}),(0,n.jsx)("div",{className:"flex md:pt-spacing48 xs:!pt-spacing36 flex-row md:gap-spacing96 xs:gap-spacing16",children:null==r?void 0:r.map((t,e)=>{let{contactHelperText:s,contactSupportNumber:i,countryIcon:c,contactSupportIcon:r}=t;return(0,n.jsxs)("div",{className:"flex gap-spacing20 xs:gap-spacing16 md:flex-row xs:flex-col self-end ",children:[(0,n.jsxs)("div",{className:"flex md:gap-spacing12 xs:gap-spacing10 items-center",children:[c,(0,n.jsx)("p",{className:"md:text-bodyLarge font-circularRegular xs:text-captionNormal md:-tracking-0.2 xs:-tracking-0.14",children:s})]}),a?(0,n.jsx)(o,{href:(null==i?void 0:i.includes("@"))?"mailto:".concat(i):"tel:".concat(i),className:"!no-underline !text-black",onClick:()=>handleClicked(i),children:(0,n.jsx)(ContactSupportNumber,{contactSupportNumber:i,contactSupportIcon:r})}):(0,n.jsx)(ContactSupportNumber,{contactSupportNumber:i,contactSupportIcon:r})]},e)})})]})};let ContactSupportNumber=t=>{let{contactSupportNumber:e,contactSupportIcon:a}=t;return(0,n.jsxs)("div",{className:"flex items-center md:gap-spacing8 xs:gap-spacing6 rounded-lg md:py-spacing12 md:px-spacing24 xs:py-spacing12 xs:px-spacing20 border border-primary-main md:min-w-236px xs:max-w-fit ",children:[(0,n.jsx)("i",{className:"icon-Phone text-primary-main xs:text-icon-lg"}),(0,n.jsx)("p",{className:"md:text-title1 xs:text-title3 font-circularMedium md:-tracking-0.2 xs:-tracking-0.157 whitespace-nowrap ",children:e})]})}},39984:function(t,e,a){"use strict";a.r(e);var n=a(85893),s=a(91620),i=a(78274),c=a(15720),o=a(67294);e.default=t=>{let{data:e,sectionName:a}=t,r=(0,c.O)(),[l,d]=(0,o.useState)(!1),[p,m]=(0,o.useState)(!1),{title:u,description:g}=e;return((0,o.useEffect)(()=>{let t=null==g?void 0:g.replace(/<\/?[^>]+(>|$)/g,"");(null==t?void 0:t.length)>540&&m(!0)},[g]),r)?(0,n.jsxs)(n.Fragment,{children:[(0,n.jsxs)("div",{className:"md:text-bodySmall xs:text-bodySmall text-greyscale-2 md:pt-spacing40 xs:pt-spacing32 font-circularRegular md:-tracking-0.16 xs:-tracking-0.14","data-id":a,children:[(0,n.jsx)("h2",{className:"md:text-heading3 font-circularMedium xs:text-title2 xs:mb-spacing16 md:mb-spacing20",children:u}),(0,n.jsx)("span",{className:"!text-neutral-grayScale2 xs:!text-bodySmall md:!text-buttonSmall font-circularRegular -tracking-0.16 ".concat(l?"inline":"hidden"),dangerouslySetInnerHTML:{__html:g}}),!l&&(0,n.jsx)("span",{className:"!text-neutral-grayScale2 xs:!text-bodySmall md:!text-buttonSmall font-circularRegular -tracking-0.16",dangerouslySetInnerHTML:{__html:(t=>{let e=null==t?void 0:t.replace(/<\/?[^>]+(>|$)/g,"");return(null==e?void 0:e.length)<=540?t:(null==t?void 0:t.substring(0,540))+"..."})(g)}})]}),p&&(0,n.jsx)("button",{onClick:()=>{d(!l),(0,i.L9)(s.xE,{section:"disclaimer",component_name:"inline_expansion",label:l?"Read Less":"Read More"})},className:"md:text-interactionNormal pt-spacing12 xs:text-captionNormal font-circularMedium md:pb-spacing40 xs:pb-spacing32\n text-primary-main text-left md:-tracking-0.18 xs:-tracking-0.14 hover:text-primary-tint-4",children:l?"Read Less":" Read More"})]}):null}},15788:function(t,e,a){"use strict";a.d(e,{C:function(){return generateCombinedSchema}});var n=a(513),s=a(11366),i=a(85897);function generateCombinedSchema(t,e){var a,c,o,r,l,d,p,m,u,g,h,x,b,y;let f={"@context":"https://schema.org","@graph":[]};return(null===(a=t.webPage)||void 0===a?void 0:a.url)&&f["@graph"].push((0,s.b)(t.webPage.url,t.webPage.title,t.webPage.description,t.webPage.imageUrl,t.webPage.publisherName,t.isKHBlog,t.webPage.additionalData,t.page
1Category)),(null===(c=t.breadcrumbs)||void 0===c?void 0:c.length)>0&&f["@graph"].push({"@type":"BreadcrumbList",itemListElement:t.breadcrumbs.map((e,a)=>({"@type":"ListItem",position:a+1,name:e.title||e.name,item:"".concat((0,i.gh)(t.domainUrl||t.app_url,e.href)).concat(t.isUGBlog&&!e.href.endsWith("/")?"/":"")}))}),(null===(o=t.categories)||void 0===o?void 0:o.length)>0&&t.pageCategory&&t.tenantInfo&&f["@graph"].push({"@type":"SiteNavigationElement",name:"Blog Navigation",url:null===(p=t.webPage)||void 0===p?void 0:p.url,hasPart:t.categories.map(e=>{var a;return{"@type":"SiteNavigationElement",name:e.name,url:(0,i.gh)(t.domainUrl,null===(a=(0,n.Z)({tenantInfo:t.tenantInfo,pageCategory:t.pageCategory,category:e.slug}))||void 0===a?void 0:a.categoryUrl)}})}),(null===(r=t.faqs)||void 0===r?void 0:r.length)>0&&f["@graph"].push({"@type":"FAQPage",mainEntity:t.faqs.map(t=>({"@type":"Question",name:t.question,acceptedAnswer:{"@type":"Answer",text:t.answer}}))}),(null===(l=t.videoSchemas)||void 0===l?void 0:l.length)>0&&t.videoSchemas.forEach(t=>{f["@graph"].push({"@type":"VideoObject",...t})}),(null===(d=t.listItems)||void 0===d?void 0:d.length)>0&&t.pageUrl&&t.domainUrl&&f["@graph"].push({"@type":"ItemList",name:t.h1Heading?"Latest Articles in ".concat(t.h1Heading.replace(/-/g," ")):"Latest Blog Posts",url:t.pageUrl,numberOfItems:t.listItems.length,itemListElement:t.listItems.map((e,a)=>{var s;return{"@type":"ListItem",position:a+1,name:e.title,url:(0,i.gh)(t.domainUrl,null===(s=(0,n.Z)(e))||void 0===s?void 0:s.detailPageUrl)}})}),(null==e?void 0:e.pagedata)&&(null==e?void 0:e.router)&&(null==e?void 0:e.response)&&f["@graph"].push({"@type":"Article",mainEntityOfPage:{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https://www.upgrad.com".concat(e.router.asPath||"/")},headline:e.pagedata.pageTitle,image:[null===(m=e.pagedata.banner)||void 0===m?void 0:m.url].filter(
1Boolean),datePublished:null===(u=e.response.detail)||void 0===u?void 0:u.publishedAt,dateModified:null===(g=e.response.detail)||void 0===g?void 0:g.updatedAt,author:{"@type":"Person",name:null===(x=e.response.detail)||void 0===x?void 0:null===(h=x.author)||void 0===h?void 0:h.name,url:"".concat(null===(y=e.response.detail)||void 0===y?void 0:null===(b=y.author)||void 0===b?void 0:b.profileUrl)||"https://assets.upgrad.com/2068/_next/static/media/user-image.809bbccb.svg"},publisher:{"@type":"Organization",name:"upGrad Abroad",logo:{"@type":"ImageObject",url:"".concat(e.imagekitEndpoint,"/logo/upGrad_logo_web.svg")}},hasPart:e.hasPartArr||[]}),f}},15720:function(t,e,a){"use strict";a.d(e,{O:function(){return useIsClient}});var n=a(67294);function useIsClient(){let[t,e]=(0,n.useState)(!1);return(0,n.useEffect)(()=>{e(!0)},[]),t}},2791:function(t,e,a){"use strict";a.d(e,{P:function(){return getHeader},A:function(){return getMegaMenuByCountryCode}});var n=a(55839),s=a(82729),i=a(68806);function _templateObject(){let t=(0,s._)(["\n query header($filter: HeaderFilter) {\n headers(filter: $filter) {\n nodes {\n data\n }\n }\n }\n"]);return _templateObject=function(){return t},t}function _templateObject1(){let t=(0,s._)(["query getMultiRegionHeaders {\n getMultiRegionHeaders {\n data\n }\n}"]);return _templateObject1=function(){return t},t}function _templateObject2(){let t=(0,s._)(["\n query getMultiRegionMegaMenu($countryCode: String) {\n getMultiRegionMegaMenu(countryCode: $countryCode) {\n id\n data\n state\n is_latest\n root\n version\n published\n }\n }\n"]);return _templateObject2=function(){return t},t}(0,i.Ps)(_templateObject());let c=(0,i.Ps)(_templateObject1()),o=(0,i.Ps)(_templateObject2());var r=a(11969),l=a(85564);async function getHeader(t){let e=await (0,r.I)({query:c,queryName:"getMultiRegionHeaders",queryType:"query-without-edge",context:"getHeaderSections",tenant:t});return[e]}async function getMegaMenuByCountryCode(){try{let t=await (0,r.I)({query:o,queryName:"getMultiRegionMegaMenu",queryType:"query-without-edge",context:"getMegaMenuData",tenant:{current_host:{x_tenant:n.L.UG_SA}}});return[(0,l.xA)(t)]}catch(t){console.error("getMegaMenuByCountryCode error",t)}}},40186:function(t,e,a){"use strict";function serverOnlyProp(t){return t}a.d(e,{Q:function(){return serverOnlyProp}})},77017:function(t,e,a){"use strict";a.d(e,{tP:function(){return getUgCountryBannerInitialProps}});var n=a(55839);function getUgCountryBannerInitialProps(t,e,a,s){let i=(e||"/").split("?")[0]||"/";if(!(s!==n.L.UG_KH&&function(t){if(!t)return!1;let e=t.split("?")[0]||"";return!!("/blog"===e||e.startsWith("/blog/")||"/study-abroad/articles"===e||e.startsWith("/study-abroad/articles/")||"/study-abroad/exam"===e||e.startsWith("/study-abroad/exam/")||"/study-abroad/author"===e||e.startsWith("/study-abroad/author/"))}(i)&&(s===n.L.UPGRAD||s===n.L.UG_SA||(null==s||""===s)&&function(t){if(!t)return!1;let e=String(t).toLowerCase();return!(e.includes("knowledgehut")||e.includes("localssr-kh"))&&(e.includes("upgrad")||e.includes("localssr-ug")||e.includes("localssr.com"))}(a))))return{enabled:!1};let c=i.startsWith("/")?i:"/".concat(i);return{enabled:!0,countryCode:"",isCountryUrlMatch:!0,pageSlug:c,switchUrl:""}}},82073:function(t,e,a){"use strict";a.r(e),a.d(e,{default:function(){return P}});var n=a(85893),s=a(5152),i=a.n(s),c=a(23921),o=a(85417),r=a(14416),l=a(59425),d=a(15788),p=a(54121),m=a(39984),u=a(58920),g=a(513),h=a(54938),x=a(2791),b=a(40186),y=a(77017);let f="Exams to Study Abroad 2026: Requirements, Prep & Dates",T="Find all major international exams to study abroad with 2026 dates, score requirements, preparation tips to choose the right test for your course and country.",E=[{question:"1. When should I register for my study abroad entrance exams to avoid peak-season rush?",answer:"You should ideally register 2â4 months in advance of your preferred test date. Peak seasons (AugustâDecember and JanuaryâMarch) fill up quickly due to application deadlines, so early booking helps you get your preferred slot and location."}
1,{question:"2. Can I send my study abroad exam scores to multiple universities at once?",answer:"Yes, most exams allow you to send scores to multiple universities. For example, GRE and TOEFL let you send scores to up to 4 universities for free during registration, while additional reports may require a fee. IELTS also allows multiple score submissions. This makes the process efficient, as you donât need to send scores individually later. Itâs best to shortlist universities in advance so you can use free score reports wisely."},{question:"3. Do universities abroad accept online formats like Duolingo or TOEFL Home Edition?",answer:"Many universities now accept online English tests like Duolingo English Test and TOEFL Home Edition, especially after COVID-19. However, acceptance depends on the university and program. Top universities may still prefer IELTS or TOEFL (test center), while others are flexible. Always check the official university requirements before applying to ensure your chosen test is accepted."},{question:"4. What should I do if my passport expires before the date of my exam?",answer:"You should renew your passport before booking or appearing for the exam, as most test centers require a valid passport as primary ID. If your passport expires before the test date, you may not be allowed to take the exam. Itâs recommended to ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your test date to avoid any issues during applications and visa processing."},{question:"5. How many times can I retake study abroad entrance exams?",answer:"Most study abroad entrance exams allow multiple attempts, but the exact limits depend on the test provider. Some exams have no fixed cap, while others restrict attempts within a year or require a gap between tries. For example: IELTS: No official limit on attempts. TOEFL: Can be taken once every 3 days. GRE: Up to 5 times a year with a 21-day gap. GMAT: Up to 5 attempts in a 12-month period. While retakes are allowed, improving preparation before reappearing is usually more effective than multiple attempts."},{question:"6. How long does it take for exam results to be released?",answer:"The result timeline varies depen
1ding on the exam and format (online or paper-based). Most exams release scores within a few days to a couple of weeks. For example: IELTS: 3â5 days (computer-based), 13 days (paper-based). TOEFL iBT: Around 4â8 days. GRE: About 8â10 days. GMAT: Typically within 3â7 days."},{question:"7. Can I appear for multiple exams if Iâm applying to different countries?",answer:"Yes, you can take multiple exams if required. For example, you might take IELTS for UK and TOEFL or GRE for USA depending on university requirements. Many students choose exams based on country preferences, acceptance, and personal comfort. Taking multiple tests can increase your options but requires proper planning and preparation."}],v='<div class="overflow-x-auto -mx-spacing6 px-spacing6 sm:-mx-spacing8 sm:px-spacing8 md:mx-0 md:px-0 my-spacing24">',A="min-w-full border border-neutral-grayScale4 border-collapse text-left text-interactionSmall md:text-bodySmall",S="border border-neutral-grayScale4 bg-neutral-grayScale6 px-spacing12 py-spacing10 font-circularMedium font-medium text-black text-[16px]",M="border border-neutral-grayScale4 px-spacing12 py-spacing10 font-[300] text-[16px] text-neutral-grayScale2",w='\n<section class="font-circularRegular font-[300] text-bodyNormal text-neutral-grayScale2 [&_strong]:font-semibold" aria-label="Exams to study abroad guide">\n\n <h2 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing32 mb-spacing16">Exams to Study Abroad for Indian Students in 2026</h2>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Exams to study abroad include English proficiency tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, and Duolingo, which are required by most international universities, along with standardized admission tests like the SAT or ACT for undergraduate programs, and the GRE or GMAT for graduate and MBA admissions.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Here are the key highlights of the exams to study abroad for undergraduate, graduate, and MBA programs:\n </p>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">Key Highlights of Exams Required to Study Abroad</h3>\n '.concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead>\n <tr>\n <th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Category</th>\n <th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Details</th>\n </tr>\n </thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Main Exam Types</td><td class="').concat(M,'">English proficiency tests + standardized entrance tests</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">English Proficiency Exams</td><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo English Test</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Purpose of English Tests</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Evaluate reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">UG Admission Exams</td><td class="').concat(M,'">SAT and ACT</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">PG Admission Exams</td><td class="').concat(M,'">GRE (required for masterâs programs)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">MBA Admission Exams</td><td class="').concat(M,'">GMAT (required for MBA and business programs)</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h2 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing32 mb-spacing16">Types of Exams to Study Abroad</h2>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Studying abroad requires standardized exams to demonstrate academic aptitude and language proficiency.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n English tests like IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, and Duolingo are the most widely accepted English exam to study abroad for Indian students.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Specialized assessments like the LSAT or MCAT are required for law and medical schools.\n </p>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">Language Proficiency Tests</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Language Proficiency Tests are used to evaluate a studentâs ability to read, write, speak, and understand English in an academic setting.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">Below are the most widely accepted English language exams to study abroad:</p>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead>\n <tr>\n <th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Exam</th>\n <th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Purpose</th>\n </tr>\n </thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Tests reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">TOEFL</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Measures academic English for university study</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">PTE</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Evaluates overall English fluency for study and work</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Duolingo English Test</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Online test accepted by many universities</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">Standardized Entrance Exams</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Standardized Entrance Exams are used to assess academic readiness for admission into undergraduate and postgraduate programs abroad.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">Below are the most required entrance exams for global university admissions:</p>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead>\n <tr>\n <th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Exam</th>\n <th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Purpose</th>\n </tr>\n </thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">SAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Required for undergraduate admissions</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">ACT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Alternative to SAT for bachelorâs program admissions</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">GRE</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Masterâs programs across multiple disciplines</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">GMAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">MBA and business school admissions</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n <strong>Note:</strong> GRE and GMAT are the most required exams to study abroad after graduation, especially for STEM, business, analytics, and management programs.\n
1</p>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">Course-Specific Exams</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Course-Specific Exams are used for admission into professional programs that require subject-focused evaluation.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">Below are the international exams required for specialized fields like medicine and law:</p>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead>\n <tr>\n <th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Exam</th>\n <th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Purpose</th>\n </tr>\n </thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">MCAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Medical school admissions (MBBS/MD abroad)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">LSAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Law school admissions (LLB/JD programs)</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h2 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing32 mb-spacing16">Top 10 Exams to Study Abroad</h2>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Top exams for studying abroad include English proficiency tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, and the Duolingo English Test to measure language skills, along with standardized exams like GRE, GMAT, SAT, and ACT that assess academic ability.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Students applying for specialized programs may also need tests like the MCAT for medicine or LSAT for law.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Here are the top exams to study abroad for international admissions, including language tests, academic entrance exams, and specialized assessments required by leading foreign universities:\n </p>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">IELTS Exam</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">Hereâs a snapshot of the key details for the <a href="/study-abroad/exam/ielts/overview/">IELTS exam</a>:</p>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead><tr><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Category</th><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Details</th></tr></thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Exam Name</td><td class="').concat(M,'">International English Language Testing System (IELTS)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Required For</td><td class="').concat(M,'">UG, PG, MBA programs requiring English proficiency</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Fee (India)</td><td class="').concat(M,'">INR 17KâINR 18.5K (fees vary by location)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Score Range</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Band 1 to 9</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Top Countries Accepting</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USA, UK, Canada, Australia</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">TOEFL Exam</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">Hereâs a snapshot of the key details for the <a href="/study-abroad/exam/toefl/overview/">TOEFL exam</a>:</p>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead><tr><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Category</th><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Details</th></tr></thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Exam Name</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Required For</td><td class="').concat(M,'">UG, PG, MBA programs requiring academic English proficiency</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Fee (India)</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USD 173 (INR 15.7K)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Score Range</td><td class="').concat(M,'">0â120 (iBT scale)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Top Countries Accepting</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USA, UK, Canada, Australia</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">PTE Exam</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">Hereâs a snapshot of the key details for the <a href="/study-abroad/exam/pte/overview/">PTE exam</a>:</p>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead><tr><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Category</th><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">
1Details</th></tr></thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Exam Name</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Pearson Test of English (PTE)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Required For</td><td class="').concat(M,'">UG, PG, MBA programs requiring English proficiency</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Fee (India)</td><td class="').concat(M,'">INR 17K (PTE Academic India fee)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Score Range</td><td class="').concat(M,'">10â90 (PTE Academic scale)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Top Countries Accepting</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USA, UK, Canada, Australia</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">Duolingo English Test</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">Hereâs a snapshot of the key details for the <a href="/study-abroad/exam/duolingo/overview/" class="text-primary-main underline">Duolingo English Test</a>:</p>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead><tr><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Category</th><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Details</th></tr></thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Exam Name</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Duolingo English Test (DET)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Required For</td><td class="').concat(M,'">UG & PG programs accepting online English tests</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Fee (India)</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USD 65 (INR 5.9K)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Score Range</td><td class="').concat(M,'">10â160</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Top Countries Accepting</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USA, UK, Canada, Australia</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">SAT Exam</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">Hereâs a snapshot of the key details for the <a href="/study-abroad/exam/sat/overview/" class="text-primary-main underline">SAT exam</a>:</p>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead><tr><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Category</th><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Details</th></tr></thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Exam Name</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Required For</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Undergraduate admissions abroad</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Fee (India)</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USD 111 (INR 10.1K) - USD 68 + USD 43 international</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Score Range</td><td class="').concat(M,'">400â1600</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Top Countries Accepting</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USA, UK, Canada, Australia</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">ACT Exam</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">Hereâs a snapshot of the key details for the <a href="/study-abroad/exam/act/overview/" class="text-primary-main underline">ACT exam</a>:</p>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead><tr><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Category</th><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Details</th></tr></thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Exam Name</td><td class="').concat(M,'">American College Testing (ACT)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Required For</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Undergraduate admissions</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Fee (India)</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USD 68 (INR 6.2K)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Score Range</td><td class="').concat(M,'">1â36</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Top Countries Accepting</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USA, Canada, UK, Australia</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">GRE Exam</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">Hereâs a snapshot of the key details for the <a href="/study-abroad/exam/gre/overview/" class="text-primary-main underline">GRE exam</a>:</p>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead><tr><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Category</th><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">
1Details</th></tr></thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Exam Name</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Graduate Record Examination (GRE)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Required For</td><td class="').concat(M,'">MS, MA, MBA, and graduate programs</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Fee (India)</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USD 220 (INR 20K)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Score Range</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Verbal: 130â170; Quant: 130â170; AWA: 0â6</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Top Countries Accepting</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USA, UK, Canada, Australia</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">GMAT Exam</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">Hereâs a snapshot of the key details for the <a href="/study-abroad/exam/gmat/overview/" class="text-primary-main underline">GMAT exam</a>:</p>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead><tr><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Category</th><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Details</th></tr></thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Exam Name</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Required For</td><td class="').concat(M,'">MBA & business masterâs programs</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Fee (India)</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USD 275 (INR 25K)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Score Range</td><td class="').concat(M,'">205â805 (GMAT Focus Edition)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Top Countries Accepting</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USA, UK, Canada, Australia</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">LSAT Exam</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">Hereâs a snapshot of the key details for the <a href="/study-abroad/exam/other-exams/lsat-overview/" class="text-primary-main underline">LSAT exam</a>:</p>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead><tr><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Category</th><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Details</th></tr></thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Exam Name</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Law School Admission Test (LSAT)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Required For</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Law school (JD/LLB) admissions</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Fee (India)</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USD 248 (INR 22.5K)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Score Range</td><td class="').concat(M,'">120â180</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Top Countries Accepting</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USA, Canada, Australia, UK</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">MCAT Exam</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">Hereâs a snapshot of the key details for the <a href="/study-abroad/exam/mcat/overview/" class="text-primary-main underline">MCAT exam</a>:</p>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead><tr><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Category</th><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Details</th></tr></thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Exam Name</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Required For</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Medical school (MD/DO) programs</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Fee (India)</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USD 485 (INR 44.1K) - USD 355 + USD 130 international</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Score Range</td><td class="').concat(M,'">472â528</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Top Countries Accepting</td><td class="').concat(M,'">USA, Canada, Australia</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h2 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing32 mb-spacing16">Exams Required to Study Abroad by Course</h2>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">
1\n Different courses abroad require different entrance exams.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n The section below outlines the exam requirements for major programs at the undergraduate, postgraduate, MBA, law, and medical levels:\n </p>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">Exams for MBA Abroad</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing12 leading-relaxed">Applicants planning for an MBA abroad may need to appear for:</p>\n <ul class="list-disc pl-spacing24 mb-spacing16 space-y-spacing8 leading-relaxed">\n <li>GMAT, a widely recognized entrance exam to study abroad for business schools</li>\n <li>GRE, accepted by many universities for global exams for foreign studies</li>\n <li>English proficiency tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, or Duolingo for international admissions</li>\n <li>Program-specific assessments required by certain business schools</li>\n </ul>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">Exams for MS Abroad</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing12 leading-relaxed">Masterâs programs, especially STEM degrees, usually require:</p>\n <ul class="list-disc pl-spacing24 mb-spacing16 space-y-spacing8 leading-relaxed">\n <li>GRE, which evaluates analytical and quantitative reasoning</li>\n <li>Language proficiency exams like IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, or Duolingo</li>\n <li>Additional course-based evaluations depending on the universityâs requirements for exams to go abroad</li>\n </ul>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">Exams for Medical Courses</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing12 leading-relaxed">Medicine-related programs abroad often require:</p>\n <ul class="list-disc pl-spacing24 mb-spacing16 space-y-spacing8 leading-relaxed">\n <li>MCAT, used internationally to evaluate readiness for medical studies</li>\n <li>English proficiency tests depending on the destination country</li>\n <li>School-specific or region-specific requirements for specialized programs</li>\n </ul>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">Exams for Law Programs</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing12 leading-relaxed">Law programs overseas may require:</p>\n <ul class="list-disc pl-spacing24 mb-spacing16 space-y-spacing8 leading-relaxed">\n <li>LSAT, which tests logical reasoning and analytical skills</li>\n <li>English language exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, or Duolingo</li>\n <li>Additional essays or writing samples as per university guidelines</li>\n </ul>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">Exams for Undergraduate Courses (After 12th)</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing12 leading-relaxed">Students applying abroad after Class 12 may need:</p>\n <ul class="list-disc pl-spacing24 mb-spacing16 space-y-spacing8 leading-relaxed">\n <li>SAT or ACT for bachelor-level admissions, the common exams to study abroad after 12th</li>\n <li>English proficiency tests (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo)</li>\n <li>Program-specific requirements or portfolios depending on the course</li>\n </ul>\n\n <h2 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing32 mb-spacing16">Country-Wise Exam Requirements to Study Abroad</h2>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Different countries accept different tests for admission in foreign universities, depending on the academic level and program.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n English-speaking destinations generally require tests like IELTS or TOEFL, while undergraduate applicants, especially for USA and Canada, may need SAT or ACT.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Postgraduate programs frequently require GRE or GMAT, and some countries, such as UK and Germany, may also expect subject-specific exams like LNAT or TestAS.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">Below is a quick snapshot of the common exams to study abroad in major destinations:</p>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead>\n <tr>\n <th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Country</th>\n <th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Common Exams Required</th>\n </tr>\n </thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">USA</td><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo, SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">UK</td><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo, GRE, GMAT, LNAT, BMAT, UCAT</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Canada</td><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo, SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, MCAT, LSAT</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Australia</td><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo, SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, UCAT, LSAT</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Germany & Europe</td><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, TestDaF, DSH, GRE, GMAT, TestAS</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h2 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing32 mb-spacing16">Study Abroad Exam Fees, Duration & Score Comparison</h2>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Exams to study abroad vary widely in fees, test duration, and scoring formats, and these differences can significantly impact a studentâs preparation strategy.\n
1</p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n English proficiency tests like IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE cost between INR 6K and INR 18.5K and take 1â3 hours, while standardized exams such as GRE, GMAT, and LSAT are longer, more intensive, and more expensive.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n The comparison tables below offer a clear snapshot of how each major exam differs in terms of cost, duration, and scoring:\n </p>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">Exams to Study Abroad: Fees Comparison</h3>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead><tr><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Exam</th><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Approx. Fee (India)</th></tr></thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS</td><td class="').concat(M,'">INR 17K â INR 18.5K</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">TOEFL</td><td class="').concat(M,'">INR 15.7K</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">PTE</td><td class="').concat(M,'">INR 17K</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Duolingo English Test</td><td class="').concat(M,'">INR 5.9K</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">SAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">INR 10.1K</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">ACT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">INR 6.2K (international charges additional)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">GRE</td><td class="').concat(M,'">INR 20K</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">GMAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">INR 25K</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">LSAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">INR 22.5K</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">MCAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">INR 44.1K</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">Exams to Study Abroad: Duration Comparison</h3>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead><tr><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Exam</th><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Test Duration</th></tr></thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS</td><td class="').concat(M,'">~2 hours 45 minutes</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">TOEFL</td><td class="').concat(M,'">~2 hours</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">PTE</td><td class="').concat(M,'">~2 hours</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Duolingo English Test</td><td class="').concat(M,'">~1 hour</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">SAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">~2 hours 14 minutes (Digital SAT)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">ACT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">~2 hours 55 minutes (without writing)</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">GRE</td><td class="').concat(M,'">~1 hour 58 minutes</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">GMAT (Focus Edition)</td><td class="').concat(M,'">~2 hours 15 minutes</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">LSAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">~3 hours</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">MCAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">~7 hours 30 minutes</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">Exams to Study Abroad: Score Range Comparison</h3>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead><tr><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Exam</th><th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Score Range (Official Scale)</th></tr></thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Band 1 â 9</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">TOEFL</td><td class="').concat(M,'">0 â 120</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">PTE</td><td class="').concat(M,'">10 â 90</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Duolingo English Test</td><td class="').concat(M,'">10 â 160</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">SAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">400 â 1600</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">ACT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">1 â 36</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">GRE</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Verbal: 130â170, Quant: 130â170, AWA: 0â6</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">GMAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">205 â 805</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">LSAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">120 â 180</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">MCAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">472 â 528</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n\n <h2 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing32 mb-spacing16">How to Choose the Right Exam for Study Abroad?</h2>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Choosing the correct entrance exam for foreign universities depen
1ds on your academic goals, country preference, and program requirements.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Since exams to study abroad vary widely in format and purpose, students should evaluate their goals, strengths, and preferred countries before deciding which exam to give to study abroad.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing12 leading-relaxed">Here are the key points to help you choose the right exam:</p>\n <div class="mb-spacing16 space-y-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n <div>\n <p><strong>1. Your Course Level</strong></p>\n <ul class="list-disc pl-spacing24 mt-spacing8 space-y-spacing8">\n <li>Undergraduate students require SAT or ACT plus an English test.</li>\n <li>Postgraduate applicants usually need the GRE or GMAT, depending on the program.</li>\n <li>MBA aspirants should prioritize GMAT, though many schools accept the GRE.</li>\n <li>Medical and Law programs may require MCAT or LSAT.</li>\n </ul>\n </div>\n <div>\n <p><strong>2. Destination Country Requirements</strong></p>\n <ul class="list-disc pl-spacing24 mt-spacing8 space-y-spacing8">\n <li>USA prefers SAT/ACT for UG and GRE/GMAT for PG programs.</li>\n <li>UK, Canada, Australia focus heavily on IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo.</li>\n <li>Germany/Europe may require English tests plus exams like TestDaF/DSH/TestAS for certain programs.</li>\n </ul>\n </div>\n <div>\n <p><strong>3. Language Proficiency Expectations</strong></p>\n <ul class="list-disc pl-spacing24 mt-spacing8 space-y-spacing8">\n <li>If applying to an English-speaking country, an English test like IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, or Duolingo is mandatory.</li>\n <li>Check each universityâs accepted test, some prefer IELTS; others accept multiple options.</li>\n </ul>\n </div>\n <div>\n <p><strong>4. University-Specific Requirements</strong></p>\n <ul class="list-disc pl-spacing24 mt-spacing8 space-y-spacing8">\n <li>Many universities publish exact exam requirements on their admissions portal.</li>\n <li>Some top programs require both a standardized exam and an English test.</li>\n </ul>\n </div>\n <div>\n <p><strong>5. Your Strengths and Preparation Time</strong></p>\n <ul class="list-disc pl-spacing24 mt-spacing8 space-y-spacing8">\n <li>If you excel in quant + reasoning, GRE or GMAT may be easier.</li>\n <li>If youâre strong in English comprehension, IELTS/TOEFL/PTE might be more suitable.</li>\n <li>If you have limited preparation time, consider shorter tests like Duolingo.</li>\n </ul>\n </div>\n <div>\n <p><strong>6. Budget and Testing Convenience</strong></p>\n <ul class="list-disc pl-spacing24 mt-spacing8 space-y-spacing8">\n <li>Consider exam fees: English exams range from INR 5.9Kâ18.5K, while tests like GMAT and MCAT are more expensive.</li>\n <li>Availability of test centers and flexible test dates can influence your choice.</li>\n <li>Online options (Duolingo, TOEFL Home Edition) offer added convenience.</li>\n </ul>\n </div>\n </div>\n\n <h2 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing32 mb-spacing16">Top Scholarships Based on Exam Scores</h2>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Strong performance in standardized exams can significantly improve your chances of securing competitive global scholarships.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Many international awards use minimum score thresholds in exams like IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo, GRE, GMAT, SAT, and ACT as part of their eligibility criteria.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">Below is a verified list of scholarships with officially stated minimum score requirements.</p>\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">Scholarships Based on Exam Scores</h3>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead>\n <tr>\n <th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Scholarship Name</th>\n <th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Required Exam</th>\n <th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Minimum Score Requirement</th>\n </tr>\n </thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Chevening Scholarship</td><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Minimum 6.5 overall</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Fulbright Foreign Student Program</td><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Minimum 7.0 overall</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Australia Awards Scholarship</td><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS / TOEFL / PTE</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Minimum IELTS 6.5 overall</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">DAAD Scholarship</td><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS</td><td class="').concat(M,'">6.5 overall</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Commonwealth Scholarship</td><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS</td><td class="').concat(M,'">6.5â7.0 overall</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">British Council IELTS Award</td><td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Generally, 6.5â7.5</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">ESMT Berlin â Test Score Excellence Award</td><td class="').concat(M,'">GMAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">85th percentile or higher</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">UCD Smurfit MBA Scholarship</td><td class="').concat(M,'">GMAT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">~97th percentile GMAT</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Alabama State University Presidential Scholarship</td><td class="').concat(M,'">SAT / ACT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">1240 SAT or 26 ACT</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Florida A&M Scholars Program</td><td class="').concat(M,'">SAT / ACT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">1320 SAT or 28 ACT</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Air Force ROTC Scholarship</td><td class="').concat(M,'">ACT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">Minimum ACT 26 composite</td></tr>\n <tr><td class="').concat(M,'">Engebretson Foundation Scholarship</td><td class="').concat(M,'">ACT</td><td class="').concat(M,'">
1ACT 28 composite</td></tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n <strong>Note:</strong> These score requirements are a major part of the eligibility criteria, but most scholarships also evaluate academics, documents, leadership experience, and overall profile. Meeting the score alone does not guarantee selection.\n </p>\n\n <h2 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing32 mb-spacing16">Upcoming 2026 Study Abroad Exam Dates</h2>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n To help students plan their applications with clarity, below is a simple breakdown of exams that can be taken anytime versus those with fixed 2026 dates.\n </p>\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">Exams Available Online or Year-Round:</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing12 leading-relaxed">\n These exams do not publish fixed monthly schedules. They can be taken from home or at centers with flexible booking.\n </p>\n <ul class="list-disc pl-spacing24 mb-spacing16 space-y-spacing8 leading-relaxed">\n <li>Duolingo English Test (DET): Available 24\xd77, fully online; can be taken anytime from home.</li>\n <li>PTE Academic: Conducted almost daily across test centers worldwide.</li>\n <li>GRE General Test: Available year-round at centers, with a Home Edition for flexible scheduling.</li>\n <li>GMAT Focus Edition: Runs throughout the year, with test centers operating 7 days/week and online exams available 24\xd77.</li>\n <li>TOEFL iBT: Offers 60+ test dates annually; Home Edition available multiple days per week.</li>\n <li>IELTS (Computer-Delivered): Available up to 3 times a day, 7 days a week in India.</li>\n </ul>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">2026 Exam Dates for Upcoming Exams to Study Abroad:</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Here is the list of study-abroad exams that follow a fixed, officially published test schedule for 2026:\n </p>\n ').concat(v,'\n <table class="').concat(A,'">\n <thead>\n <tr>\n <th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">Exam</th>\n <th scope="col" class="').concat(S,'">2026 Study Abroad Exam Dates</th>\n </tr>\n </thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr>\n <td class="').concat(M,'">IELTS (Paper-based)</td>\n <td class="').concat(M,'">Mar: 4, 11, 18, 25<br />Apr: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29<br />May: 6, 13, 20, 27<br />Jun: 3, 10, 17, 24<br />Jul: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29<br />Aug: 5, 12, 19, 26<br />Sep: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30<br />Oct: 7, 14, 21, 28<br />Nov: 4, 11, 18, 25<br />Dec: 2, 9, 16, 23</td>\n </tr>\n <tr>\n <td class="').concat(M,'">SAT (Digital)</td>\n <td class="').concat(M,'">Mar 14, May 2, Jun 6, Aug 15, Sep 12, Oct 3, Nov 7, Dec 5</td>\n </tr>\n <tr>\n <td class="').concat(M,'">ACT (International)</td>\n <td class="').concat(M,'">Apr 10â11, Jun 12â13, Jul 10â11</td>\n </tr>\n <tr>\n <td class="').concat(M,'">MCAT</td>\n <td class="').concat(M,'">Mar: 7, 20<br />Apr: 10, 11, 24, 25<br />May: 2, 8, 9, 14, 22, 30<br />Jun: 12, 13, 26, 27<br />Jul: 11, 24, 31<br />Aug: 15, 21, 22<br />Sep: 3, 4, 11, 12</td>\n </tr>\n </tbody>\n </table>\n </div>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Some major exams (TOEFL / GRE / GMAT / PTE / Duolingo / CD-IELTS) operate on flexible year-round schedules, so students can book them any month depending on availability. Their names donât appear on the monthly table because official month-wise calendars are not published.\n </p>\n\n <h2 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing32 mb-spacing16">How to Prepare & Score Well in Study Abroad Exams?</h2>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Preparing for exams to study abroad become much more effective when students follow a structured plan focused on understanding the exam pattern, practicing consistently, and building the core skills needed for c
1ompetitive global test scores.\n </p>\n <div class="mb-spacing16 space-y-spacing12 leading-relaxed">\n <p>1. Understand the exam format early, so youâre clear about sections, timing, and scoring major exams to study abroad like IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, GMAT, and SAT.</p>\n <p>2. Use official preparation material to build familiarity with real exam difficulty and improve your performance in key study abroad entrance exams.</p>\n <p>3. Take full-length mock tests to develop timing, accuracy, and confidence under real test conditions.</p>\n <p>4. Strengthen essential skills: reading, writing, vocabulary, and quantitative reasoning, to score higher across popular exams for foreign studies.</p>\n <p>5. Follow a consistent study routine to maintain steady progress and eliminate last-minute exam stress.</p>\n </div>\n\n <h2 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing32 mb-spacing16">Get Expert Guidance for Exams to Study Abroad</h2>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Preparing exams to study abroad becomes much easier with expert support, structured coaching, and personalized feedback tailored to each studentâs goals.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n At upGrad, we help students confidently prepare for IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, GMAT, SAT, PTE, and other global entrance tests with the right guidance at every step.\n </p>\n <div class="mb-spacing16 space-y-spacing12 leading-relaxed">\n <p>1. We help students choose the right exam based on their target country, course, and university requirements.</p>\n <p>2. Our certified trainers provide customized study plans that match each studentâs pace, strengths, and improvement areas.</p>\n <p>3. Students get access to live classes, doubt-clearing sessions, practice drills, and detailed performance reviews.</p>\n <p>4. upGrad offers official-style mock tests and real exam simulations to build test-day confidence and accuracy.</p>\n <p>5. Along with exam prep, we support students with profile building, university shortlisting, SOP/LOR guidance, and complete application assistance.</p>\n </div>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed font-semibold italic text-black">\n Ready to begin your journey? <a href="https://www.upgrad.com/study-abroad/" class="text-primary-main underline font-bold italic">Book your 1:1 Free Counselling Session with upGrad</a> and get personalized guidance today.\n </p>\n\n <h2 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing32 mb-spacing16">FAQs</h2>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">1. When should I register for my study abroad entrance exams to avoid peak-season rush?</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n You should ideally register 2â4 months in advance of your preferred test date. Peak seasons (AugustâDecember and JanuaryâMarch) fill up quickly due to application deadlines, so early booking helps you get your preferred slot and location.\n </p>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">2. Can I send my study abroad exam scores to multiple universities at once?</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Yes, most exams allow you to send scores to multiple universities. For example, GRE and TOEFL let you send scores to up to 4 universities for free during registration, while additional reports may require a fee. IELTS also allows multiple score submissions. This makes the process efficient, as you donât need to send scores individually later. Itâs best to shortlist universities in advance so you can use free score reports wisely.\n </p>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">3. Do universities abroad accept online formats like Duolingo or TOEFL Home Edition?</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Many universities now accept online English tests like Duolingo English Test and TO
1EFL Home Edition, especially after COVID-19. However, acceptance depends on the university and program. Top universities may still prefer IELTS or TOEFL (test center), while others are flexible. Always check the official university requirements before applying to ensure your chosen test is accepted.\n </p>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">4. What should I do if my passport expires before the date of my exam?</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n You should renew your passport before booking or appearing for the exam, as most test centers require a valid passport as primary ID. If your passport expires before the test date, you may not be allowed to take the exam. Itâs recommended to ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your test date to avoid any issues during applications and visa processing.\n </p>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">5. How many times can I retake study abroad entrance exams?</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Most study abroad entrance exams allow multiple attempts, but the exact limits depend on the test provider. Some exams have no fixed cap, while others restrict attempts within a year or require a gap between tries.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing12 leading-relaxed">For example:</p>\n <ul class="list-disc pl-spacing24 mb-spacing16 space-y-spacing8 leading-relaxed">\n <li>IELTS: No official limit on attempts</li>\n <li>TOEFL: Can be taken once every 3 days</li>\n <li>GRE: Up to 5 times a year with a 21-day gap</li>\n <li>GMAT: Up to 5 attempts in a 12-month period</li>\n </ul>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n While retakes are allowed, improving preparation before reappearing is usually more effective than multiple attempts.\n </p>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">6. How long does it take for exam results to be released?</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">
1\n The result timeline varies depending on the exam and format (online or paper-based). Most exams release scores within a few days to a couple of weeks.\n </p>\n <p class="mb-spacing12 leading-relaxed">For example:</p>\n <ul class="list-disc pl-spacing24 mb-spacing16 space-y-spacing8 leading-relaxed">\n <li>IELTS: 3â5 days (computer-based), 13 days (paper-based)</li>\n <li>TOEFL iBT: Around 4â8 days</li>\n <li>GRE: About 8â10 days</li>\n <li>GMAT: Typically within 3â7 days</li>\n </ul>\n\n <h3 class="font-circularMedium font-medium md:text-title1 xs:text-title1 text-black mt-spacing24 mb-spacing12">7. Can I appear for multiple exams if Iâm applying to different countries?</h3>\n <p class="mb-spacing16 leading-relaxed">\n Yes, you can take multiple exams if required. For example, you might take IELTS for UK and TOEFL or GRE for USA depending on university requirements. Many students choose exams based on country preferences, acceptance, and personal comfort. Taking multiple tests can increase your options but requires proper planning and preparation.\n </p>\n\n</section>\n').trim();var k=a(55839);let C=i()(()=>Promise.all([a.e(5795),a.e(4e3),a.e(5289)]).then(a.bind(a,14e3)),{loadableGenerated:{webpack:()=>[14e3]}}),L=i()(()=>a.e(9812).then(a.bind(a,79812)),{loadableGenerated:{webpack:()=>[79812]}}),I=i()(()=>a.e(9242).then(a.bind(a,59242)),{loadableGenerated:{webpack:()=>[59242]}}),R=i()(()=>a.e(5352).then(a.bind(a,55352)),{loadableGenerated:{webpack:()=>[55352]}}),G=i()(()=>a.e(4090).then(a.bind(a,74090)),{loadableGenerated:{webpack:()=>[74090]}}),D=[{title:"Home",href:"/",disabled:!1},{title:"Study abroad",href:"/study-abroad/",disabled:!1},{title:"Exams to Study Abroad",href:"/study-abroad/exam/",disabled:!0}],Index=t=>{var e,a,s,i,o,h;let{obj:x}=t,b=(0,r.v9)(t=>{var e;return null===(e=t.articlesReducer)||void 0===e?void 0:e.articles}),y=(0,r.v9)(t=>{var e;return null==t?void 0:null===(e=t.websiteDataReducer)||void 0===e?void 0:e.website_data}),v=(null==b?void 0:null===(e=b.tags)||void 0===e?void 0:e["editors-pick"])||[],A=null==b?void 0:b.metaTag,S={...A,title:f,description:T},{tenantInfo:M,isKHBlog:k,isUGBlog:P}=(0,l.Z)(),q=(0,g.Z)({tenantInfo:M,pageCategory:"exam"}),F="".concat(null===(a=(0,c.zM)(null==M?void 0:M.x_tenant))||void 0===a?void 0:a.domain).concat(null==q?void 0:q.homePageUrl),U=(null==v?void 0:null===(i=v[0])||void 0===i?void 0:null===(s=i.banner)||void 0===s?void 0:s.url)||"logo/upGrad_logo_web.svg?tr=w-112,q-70",N={webPage:{url:F,title:f,description:T,imageUrl:null==M?void 0:M.changeLogo,publisherName:null==M?void 0:M.name,additionalData:null},breadcrumbs:D,pageCategory:"exam",isKHBlog:k,tenantInfo:M,domainUrl:null===(o=(0,c.zM)(null==M?void 0:M.x_tenant))||void 0===o?void 0:o.domain,categories:(null==b?void 0:b.categories)||[],faqs:E,videoSchemas:[],isUGBlog:P,pageUrl:F,app_url:null===(h=(0,c.zM)(null==M?void 0:M.x_tenant))||void 0===h?void 0:h.domain,listItems:v,h1Heading:!1};return(0,n.jsxs)(C,{...t,seoData:S,metaUrl:null==x?void 0:x.sourceUrl,children:[(0,n.jsx)("script",{type:"application/ld+json",dangerouslySetInnerHTML:{__html:JSON.stringify((0,d.C)(N))}}),U&&(0,c.Is)(U),(0,n.jsxs)(L,{children:[(0,n.jsx)("div",{className:"md:my-spacing10 xs:my-spacing14",children:(0,n.jsx)(I,{...t,bread_crumb:D,breadcumtype:"articles"})}),(0,n.jsx)(R,{sectionName:"top_banner",data:v,heading:"Exams to Study Abroad",pageUrl:F}),(0,n.jsx)(G,{heading:"Discover Articles by (Categories)",pageCategory:"exam",sectionName:"blog_listing",pageUrl:F}),(0,n.jsx)("div",{className:"md:my-spacing40 xs:my-spacing32 xs:px-spacing4 md:px-0","data-section":"exam-home-static-guide",children:(0,n.jsx)("div",{dangerouslySetInnerHTML:{__html:w},className:"w-full bg-neutral-8 flex flex-col gap-spacing4 md:gap-spacing6 border border-neutral-7 xs:py-spacing16 xs:px-spacing12 sm:px-spacing8 md:p-spacing32 rounded-16 shadow-[0px_12px_40px_0px_rgba(190,35,48,0.12)] md:pt-0 [&_a]:text-primary-main [&_a]:underline [&_a]:font-medium hover:[&_a]:opacity-90"})}),(0,n.jsx)(p.default,{data:u.i_,isMobile:null==y?void 0:y.isMobile}),(0,n.jsx)(m.default,{sectionName:"disclaimer",data:{description:u.FE,title:"Disclaimers"}}),(0,n.jsx)("br",{})]})]})};Index.getInitialProps=async t=>{var e;let{store:a,query:n,isServer:s,pathname:i,req:r,asPath:l}=t,{domain:d,ogTag:p}=(0,c.zM)(""),m={pageCategory:"exam",sourceUrl:"/study-abroad/exam/",enquiryPageUrl:null==d?void 0:d.concat(l)};a.dispatch((0,o.qi)(m));let u=await (0,h.aE)("/study-abroad/exam"),g=await (0,x.A)(),f=(0,c.fS)(null==r?void 0:r.headers),T=(0,y.tP)(r,l,f,k.L.UG_SA);return{query:n,pathname:i,isServer:s,obj:m,domainUrl:d,ogTagName:p,footerData:(0,b.Q)(null==u?void 0:null===(e=u[0])||void 0===e?void 0:e.data),headerData:(0,b.Q)(g),ugCountryBanner:T}};var P=Index}},function(t){t.O(0,[4256,7847,3133,9774,2888,179],function(){return t(t.s=40546)}),_N_E=t.O()}]);
Line numbers count LF bytes from the start of the resource, as the search results do. Vendor segments are library code the classifier recognised; they are stored but not indexed. Bytes are shown as Latin1 characters, one per byte.