ETS reports a notable shift in where Indian TOEFL takers are sending their score reports. Singapore, Australia, France, and Sweden are rising fast, challenging the long-held dominance of the US and Canada. The change points to growing international study and migration plans beyond traditional English-language destinations, with Europe and Asia becoming increasingly attractive.
TOEFL interest in India has rebounded sharply post pandemic, with test takers rising 59%. Indian students are increasingly sending score reports beyond the US and UK, with more activity seen in countries like Singapore, Australia, France, and Sweden. The shift is also linked to TOEFL updates, including a shorter, more user friendly test format.
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Australia has resumed accepting TOEFL scores for visa applications after a temporary pause. ETS says TOEFL remains valid following revisions that take effect from July 25. Previously, Australia’s Home Affairs had paused TOEFL iBT and relied on alternatives such as IELTS, PTE, Cambridge English, and OET. The testing format was also adjusted, including a shorter duration, to improve efficiency.
ETS has opened its first dedicated TOEFL and GRE test centre in Kashmir, marking the first such facility by a global assessment organization in the region. The move is expected to reduce travel and access barriers for local students aiming for international higher education, and provides a dedicated venue for major exam preparation and testing.
Educational Testing Service (ETS) has launched TOEFL TestReady, an AI-powered platform designed to help aspirants prepare for the TOEFL exam. The tool offers free and paid modes, personalized study plans, practice activities, resources, and feedback to strengthen English skills. ETS says initial research shows a positive correlation between TestReady performance and higher TOEFL scores.
ETS India has signed a memorandum of understanding with Physics Wallah to support students aiming for top international universities. The collaboration focuses on helping aspirants prepare for the GRE and TOEFL through holistic guidance, including free one-on-one counselling sessions provided to students as part of the agreement.
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