Standardized Exams

If you are planning to study abroad, the admission process will require you to give one language exam and one standardized exam. The type of exam will depend on the country, university, and course you want to go for.

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Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT)

Eligibility: High school students.
Programs: Undergraduate admissions.
Subjects: Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, Math, Optional Essay.
Accepted in: USA, Canada, UK, Australia.
Frequency: 5 times a year in India.
Fees: Around $104 (approx. INR 8,700 with Essay).

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GRE (Graduate Record Examination)

Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree holders.
Programs: Graduate programs in various fields.
Subjects: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Analytical Writing.
Accepted in: USA, Canada, UK, Europe, Australia.
Frequency: Year-round in India.
Fees: $228 (approx. INR 19,000).

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TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)

Eligibility: Non-native English speakers.
Programs: English proficiency for various programs.
Subjects: Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing.
Accepted in: USA, Canada, UK, Australia.
Frequency: Year-round in India.
Fees: $190 (approx. INR 15,800).

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MCAT (Medical College Admission Test)

Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree holders, primarily in science or pre-medical courses.
Programs: Admission to medical schools.
Subjects: Biological and Biochemical Foundations, Chemical and Physical Foundations, Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations, Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills.
Accepted in: USA, Canada, Australia.
Frequency: 15 times a year in India.
Fees: $335 (approx. INR 27,900).

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BMAT (Biomedical Admissions Test)

Eligibility: High school students or those with relevant qualifications.
Programs: Admission to medical, biomedical, and dental programs.
Subjects: Aptitude and Skills, Scientific Knowledge and Applications, Writing Task.
Accepted in: UK, Singapore, Netherlands.
Frequency: Once a year in India (usually in November).
Fees: £75 (approx. INR 7,800 for EU), £130 (approx. INR 13,500 for non-EU).

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02.

ACT (American College Testing)

Eligibility: High school students.
Programs: Undergraduate admissions.
Subjects: English, Math, Reading, Science, Optional Writing.
Accepted in: USA, Canada, Australia.
Frequency: 7 times a year in India.
Fees: $176 (approx. INR 14,700 with Writing).

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04.

GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test)

Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree holders.
Programs: MBA and management-related graduate programs.
Subjects: Analytical Writing Assessment, Integrated Reasoning, Quantitative, Verbal.
Accepted in: USA, Canada, UK, Europe, Australia.
Frequency: Year-round in India.
Fees: $275 (approx. INR 22,900).

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06.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

Eligibility: Non-native English speakers.
Programs: English proficiency for various programs.
Subjects: Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking.
Accepted in: UK, Australia, Canada, USA.
Frequency: Year-round in India.
Fees: INR 16,250 (approx. $195).

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LSAT (Law School Admission Test)

Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree holders.
Programs: Admission to law schools.
Subjects: Reading Comprehension, Analytical Reasoning, Logical Reasoning.
Accepted in: USA, Canada, Australia.
Frequency: 4 times a year in India.
Fees: $222 (approx. INR 18,500).

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10.

MAT (Mathematics Admissions Test)

Eligibility: High school students or those with relevant qualifications.
Programs: Admission to undergraduate mathematics and computer science programs.
Subjects: Mathematics (single subject test).
Accepted in: UK (primarily Oxford and Imperial College).
Frequency: Once a year in India (usually in October/November).
Fees: Around £75 (approx. INR 7,800).

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