This is a standard comparison or a quick look statement for various tests. Usually these tests are required by Universities and embassies for going overseas for study, work permits or immigration. However, in many cases these tests are not mandatory.
Check out our section on: Admissions without IELTS, Toefl, GRE and GMAT
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| IELTS | TOEFL | GRE | GMAT | PTE | ||
| Score valid for | 2 Years | 2 Years | 5 Years | 5 Years | 2 Years | |
| Test Fees | Rs. 7200/- | $ 165 | $ 180 | $ 250 | $ 160 | |
| Subject Test Fees | $150 | |||||
| ASR Fee (per Univ.) |
Rs 1000/- | $ 17 | $ 20 | $ 28 | Free | |
| Test Dates | Every Week | Every Week | Every Week | Every Week | Metros – 6 days/month, Other Cities – 4 days/month |
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| Test Centers | IDP & British Council i.e. 2 centers | Many | Prometric Test Center | Prometric Test Centers | Pearson VUE’s Test Centers | |
Retaking of Test |
No minimum time frame | Not in the same month | Not in the same month | Not in the same month | 5 days | |
Type of Testing |
PBT* | iBT* | CAT* | CAT* | CBT | |
Maximum Marks |
9.0 Bands | 120 | 1600 | 800 | 90 | |
Minimum Qualifying Score |
Starting from 5.5 Bands. Usually UK 6 for UG, 6.5-PG and USA 7 | 73 Bachelor’s 79 Master’s |
1000 | 450 | 58 | |
| Modules Tested | Reading, Writing, Speaking & Listening | Reading, Writing, Speaking & Listening | Verbal, Quantitative, Analytical Writing Assessment [AWA] | Verbal, Mathematical & quantitative Skills. Analytical writing Assessment(AWA) | Reading, Writing, Speaking & Listening | |
| Website | www.ielts.org | www.toefl.org | www.gre.org | www.mba.com | www.pearsonpte.com/ | |
