🎯 Test Preparation
Prepare Smarter for Your Study Abroad Journey
Planning to study abroad? Your first step is choosing the right entrance exam. At The Nextstep Abroad, we help students from India and beyond understand which test suits their academic goals, target country, and course level.
Whether you need to prove English proficiency (like IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, or Duolingo) or apply for graduate programs with exams like GRE or GMAT, we provide you with the guidance and resources you need to succeed — even if we don’t offer direct coaching.
Our goal is to simplify your exam decision by offering:
- Clear comparisons between exams
- Eligibility, fee, and score requirements
- Official preparation resources
- Trusted online platforms to practice at your own pace
We work closely with students and parents to ensure they feel confident about what test to take, how to prepare, and when to book it — so there are no surprises along the way.
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(International English Language Testing System)
- ✅ Eligibility: Anyone 16 years or older
- 💰 Fee: 245 USD (varies by country)
- 🎯 Recommended Score to Apply: 6.0–7.5 bands (minimum 6.0 for most universities)
- 📊 Score Scale: 0 to 9 band scale
- 📝 Format: Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking
- 📅 Results: In 13 days
- 📌 Frequency: Weekly
(Test of English as a Foreign Language)
- ✅ Eligibility: Generally 16+, no strict academic requirement
- 💰 Fee: $190 USD
- 🎯 Recommended Score to Apply: 80–100 (out of 120)
- 📊 Score Scale: 0 to 120
- 📝 Format: Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing
- 📅 Results: In 6–10 days
- 📌 Frequency: 60+ times/year
(Pearson Test of English)
- ✅ Eligibility: 16+ years old (parental consent under 18)
- 💰 Fee: 200 USD
- 🎯 Recommended Score to Apply: 50–65 (minimum 50 for most universities)
- 📊 Score Scale: 10 to 90
- 📝 Format: Speaking, Writing, Reading, Listening
- 📅 Results: In 1–5 days
- 📌 Frequency: Multiple test slots weekly
(English Test)
- ✅ Eligibility: No restrictions; recommended for ages 16+
- 💰 Fee: 59 USD
- 🎯 Recommended Score to Apply: 95–120 (out of 160)
- 📊 Score Scale: 10 to 160
- 📝 Format: Adaptive test + video interview
- 📅 Results: 48 hours
- 📌 Frequency: On-demand (home test)
(Graduate Record Examination)
- ✅ Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree or in final year of undergraduate study
- 💰 Fee: $220 USD
- 🎯 Recommended Score to Apply: 295–320+ (depends on program/university)
- 📊 Score Scale: 260 to 340 (combined verbal + quant), 0–6 for AWA
- 📝 Format: Verbal, Quantitative, Analytical Writing
- 📅 Results: 10–15 days
- 📌 Frequency: Year-round
(Graduate Management Admission Test)
- ✅ Eligibility: Recommended for graduates; no strict academic requirement
- 💰 Fee: $275 USD
- 🎯 Recommended Score to Apply: 600–700+ (top B-schools prefer 680+)
- 📊 Score Scale: 200 to 800
- 📝 Format: Quantitative, Verbal, AWA, Integrated Reasoning
- 📅 Results: Within 7 business days
- 📌 Frequency: Year-round
(Scholastic Assessment Test)
- ✅ Eligibility: Typically for high school students (Grade 10–12)
- 💰 Fee: $60 USD
- 🎯 Recommended Score to Apply: 1100–1400 (out of 1600)
- 📊 Score Scale: 400 to 1600
- 📝 Format: Reading, Writing & Language, Math
- 📅 Results: In 2–3 weeks
- 📌 Frequency: 7 times a year
💡 How We Help
At The Nextstep Abroad, we guide you through:
- Choosing the right exam for your destination & program
- Providing official practice resources
- Sharing test deadlines, score requirements, and affordable prep options
- Helping with exam registration and result interpretation
🔗 Trusted Online Test Prep Platforms
- Magoosh – https://magoosh.com
- E2 Test Prep – https://www.e2language.com
- Kaplan – https://www.kaptest.com
- Duolingo Practice – https://englishtest.duolingo.com/prepare
Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with any exam boards or third-party services mentioned. All trademarks belong to their respective owners and are used for informational purposes only.
📞 Need Help?
Book a free consultation and get expert advice on which test best fits your academic goals and budget.
Contact UsOur Office Addresses
Next Step Abroad Ltd
United Kingdom
Flat 21, Princes Court, The Mall, Dunstable,
Central Bedfordshire.
Chennai, India
9/1, East Street, Periyar Nagar,
Chennai, 600099.
Namakkal, India
46/29A, Old Munsif Court St, Agrahara,
Namakkal, 637001
