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Career guidance to study abroad

The decision to pursue education abroad is life-changing and would impact your career and open a world of opportunities. Basis your destination and the course that you choose to pursue, you would need to appear for designated examinations as applicable.

Below is a summary of various examinations.

Examinations: At a glance

Good scores in these tests would enable you to secure admission at your preferred Universities and would provide you with an opportunity to apply for scholarships and grants.

To know more about each test, please click on the buttons below:

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GMAT

GRADUATE MANAGEMENT ADMISSION TEST (GMAT) (www.mba.com)

The GMAT has to be taken by students who wish to pursue their Masters in Management or Business-oriented studies. The test measures the student’s verbal, quantitative and analytical skills. It is conducted throughout the year.

GMAT scores are accepted by universities in USA, UK, Australia, Canada, etc.

Test Snapshot
Test takers	MBA aspirants & MS & Doctoral progs. in management related fields.
Test accepted by	Major universities world wide
Test Conducted By	GMAC
Nature of Test	Computer Based Test (CAT- Computer Adaptive Test)
Test Pattern	Quantitative & Verbal, Integrated Reasoning
Test Duration	3.5hrs
Test Scores	800(Quantitative & Verbal). An indicative good score is 650+
Test Score Validity	5 years
Mode of Registration	Online, Telephonic, Fax or by Post.
Proof of Document Required for Registration	Original & Valid Passport
Test Fee	US$ 250
Mode of Payment	Bank Draft / International Credit Card
Additional Score Reporting Fee	US$ 28 per institute.

GRE

GRADUATE RECORD EXAMINATION (GRE) (www.gre.org)

GRE is conducted by the Educational Testing Service (ETS), and has to be taken by the students who want to apply for any Masters level courses in Technology, Sciences, Arts, etc. The test measures the student’s verbal, quantitative & analytical skills.

GRE scores are largely accepted by universities in USA. A few universities in UK, Australia, Canada, etc. also accept GRE scores.

The GRE General Test is offered as a computer-based exam administered at Prometric testing centers.

Test Snapshot
Test takers	MS, MA & PhD aspirants
Test accepted by	Majorly universities in the USA. Also few universities in UK, Canada, Australia & New Zealand
Test Conducted By	ETS-Prometric
Nature of Test	Computer Based Test (CBT)
Test Pattern	Quantitative & Verbal
Test Duration	3.5hrs
Test Scores	1600(Quantitative & Verbal). An indicative good score is 1300+
Test Score Validity	5 years
Mode of Registration	Online, Telephonic, Fax or by Post
Proof of Document Required for Registration	Original & Valid Passport
Test Fee	US$ 185
Mode of Payment	Bank Draft / International Credit Card
Additional Score Reporting Fee	US$ 25 per institute.

SAT

SCHOLASTIC APTITUDE TEST (SAT) (www.collegeboard.org)

The SAT is the most widely taken standardized written test in USA for undergraduate admissions. SAT tests the student on Critical Reading, Quantitative & Writing skills.

SAT is conducted 6 times a year on specific dates by the US-based College Board.

Test Snapshot
Test takers	Applicants to undergraduate programs in USA
Test accepted by	Mandatory in US and in few universities in Canada
Test Conducted By	ETS College Board
Nature of Test	Paper Based Test (PBT)
Test Pattern	Writing, Critical Reading & Quantitative
Test Duration	4hrs
Test Scores	2400. An indicative good score is 2250+
Test Score Validity	5 years
Mode of Registration	Online or by Post
Proof of Document Required for Registration	Original & Valid Passport
Test Fee	US$ 105
Mode of Payment	Bank Draft / International Credit Card
Additional Score Reporting Fee	US$ 11.25 per institute.

IELTS

INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE TESTING SYSTEM (IELTS) (www.ielts.org)

IELTS is a mandatory requirement if one wishes to study in Australia. The scores are also accepted by over 2500 US universities as well as universities in UK, Canada, New Zealand, Dubai and Singapore.

IELTS tests the student on the complete range of English language skills. Candidates are tested in Listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Test Snapshot
Test takers	Applicants to undergraduate and graduate programs and for immigration
Test accepted by	UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada & in US over 2500 univs.
Test Conducted By	Jointly conducted by University of Cambridge ESOL, British Council & IDP.
Nature of Test	Paper Based Test (PBT)
Test Pattern	Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking
Test Duration	3 hours
Test Scores	0-9 band. An indicative good score is 6.5+band.
Test Score Validity	2 years
Mode of Registration	Online or Walk-in to the Centre with completed Test Application Form
Proof of Document Required for Registration	Original & Valid Passport
Test Fee	Rs. 9300/-
Mode of Payment	Demand Draft / Credit Card / Cash

TOEFL

TEST OF ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE (TOEFL-iBT) (www.toefl.org)

TOEFL assesses proficiency in the English language of people whose native language is not English. This is a mandatory exam for Indian students who go to USA and Canada for undergraduate and post-graduate studies.

Test Snapshot
Test takers	Applicants to undergraduate, graduate, doctoral or MBA programs.
Test accepted by	Universities in USA and Canada, as well as a few universities, in UK and New Zealand.
Test Conducted By	ETS-Prometric
Nature of Test	Internet Based Test (iBT)
Test Pattern	Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking
Test Duration	4 hrs
Test Scores	120. An indicative good score is 90+
Test Score Validity	2 years
Mode of Registration	Online, Telephonic or by Post
Proof of Document Required for Registration	Original & Valid Passport
Test Fee	US$ 165
Mode of Payment	Bank Draft / International Credit Card
Additional score reporting fee	US$ 18 per institute

PTE

Pearson Test of English for academic purpose (PTE Academic)

PTE Academic is a computer-based English language test for non-native speakers who want to study at institutions where English is the main language of instruction.

PTE measures the student’s listening, reading, speaking and writing skills with question types that reflect how language is actually used in an academic environment. Test takers find PTE Academic an interesting and engaging way to demonstrate their English language skills to international institutions.

Test Snapshot
Test takers	Undergraduate, Graduate programs
Test accepted by	Over 1050 institutes across the world
Test Conducted By	Pearson - VUE
Training Duration	30 Hours (3-4 weeks)
Nature of Test	Computer Based Test (CBT)
Test Pattern	Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking
Test Duration	3 hrs
Test Scores	90. An indicative good score is 70+
Test Score Validity	2 years
Proof of Document Required for Registration	Original and valid passport
Test Fee	Rs 9350/-
Mode of Payment	International Credit Card
Declaration of Result	Available on-line within 5 working days
Website	www.pearsonpte.com

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Career guidance to study abroad

Examinations: At a glance

GMAT

GRE

SAT

IELTS

TOEFL

PTE

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