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TOEIC - Know all Details about TOEIC Exam

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Learn all about the TOEIC exam, its format, eligibility, fees, preparation tips, and how it helps in career advancement. Find everything you need to ace the TOEIC test.

Dipali Negi
Dipali Negi
Updated on:  17 Jun 2025  | Reviewed By:  Aman  | 48.2K | 14  min read

The Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) is a globally recognized assessment used to evaluate English language proficiency. This test is for non-native speakers in professional and corporate settings. The administration of this test is done by the Educational Testing Service (ETS).

The TOEIC is trusted by over 14,000 organizations across more than 160 countries. If you are planning to study abroad, then this test can become necessary. The better you score, the better your chances of admission to your dream university. So, follow this guide to prepare well for your TOEIC exam. 

TOEIC Full Form Test of English for International Communication

TOEIC test fee in India

US $85 (INR 7,096)*

Length

120 minutes (receptive) or 80 minutes (productive)

Result Report

3 to 15 days

Test Location

Authorized test centers

Score Validity

2 years

*The TOEIC test fees may vary based on the country and the test center.

 

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TOEIC 2025 Exam Format

The TOEIC Exam format is designed to evaluate the English language skills of the candidates. It consists of multiple-choice questions with two main sections, Listening and Reading Comprehensive. Every section has 100 questions, totaling 200 questions. The Listening section is typically shorter in time as compared to the Reading section. Both sections include questions covering everyday conversation and vocabulary.

 

The TOEIC assesses four key language skills:

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    Listening
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    Reading
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    Speaking
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    Writing
 

TOEIC Exam can be divided further into two main sections:

 

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    Listening and Reading Test: Evaluates receptive skills through 200 multiple-choice questions over 2.5 hours.
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    Speaking and Writing Test: Assesses productive skills with tasks completed over approximately 80 minutes.
TOEIC Exam Sections Details

Listening Section

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    Part 1: Photographs (6 questions)
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    Part 2: Question-Response (25 questions)
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    Part 3: Conversations (39 questions)
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    Part 4: Talks (30 questions)

Reading Section

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    Part 5: Incomplete Sentences (30 questions)
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    Part 6: Text Completion (16 questions)
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    Part 7: Reading Comprehension (54 questions)

Speaking Test Format

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    Content: 11 questions
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    Time: Approximately 20 minutes
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    Score Scale: 0–200

Writing Test Format

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    Content: 8 questions
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    Time: Approximately 60 minutes
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    Score Scale: 0–200

TOEIC Speaking Test Format:

The TOEIC Speaking Test includes 11 questions and takes around 20 minutes. But, those 20 minutes can be less if you don’t know the questions you can expect in the exam. Refer to the table below for the test format.

Question Type of Question Description

1–2 Ques

Read a text aloud

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    45 seconds to prepare.
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    45 seconds to read the text out loud.

3–4 Ques

Describe a picture

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    Describe the picture on the screen in as much detail as possible.
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    45 seconds to prepare a response.
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    30 seconds to speak about the picture.

5–7 Ques

Respond to questions

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    3 seconds per question to prepare a response.
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    15 seconds to respond to questions 5 and 6.
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    30 seconds to respond to question 7.

8–10 Ques

Respond to questions using the information provided

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    45 seconds to read the information before the questions begin.
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    3 seconds per question to prepare their response.
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    15 seconds to respond to questions 8 and 9.
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    Question 10 will be asked twice.
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    30 seconds to respond to question 10.

11 Ques

Express an opinion

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    45 seconds to prepare a response.
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    60 seconds to speak.

TOEIC Writing Test format:

The writing test of the TOEIC is not an essay writing; however, it includes different types of questions. Refer to the table below to know the types of questions you can expect in the exam.

Question Type of Question Description

1–5 Ques

Write a sentence based on a picture

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    With each picture, you’ll be given two words or phrases that you need to use in a sentence.
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    You can change the forms of the words and use the words in any order.

6–7 Ques

Respond to a written request

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    Show how well you can write email responses.
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    10 minutes to read and answer each email.

8 Ques

Write an opinion essay

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    Write an essay in response to a question that asks you to state, explain, and support your opinion on an issue.
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    Typically, an effective essay will contain a minimum of 300 words. 

 

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TOEIC Bridge

The TOEIC Bridge is a simple version of the TOEIC exam that is designed for beginner to intermediate English learners. Individuals who are developing their English proficiency and need an assessment for education or employment purposes. Thus, if you are not a proficient speaker of English, consider taking TOEIC Bridge.

Test content and format:

The TOEIC Bridge tests focus on communication tasks in everyday life and common workplace scenarios that reflect modern language uses and communication methods.

TOEIC Bridge Exam Format Time Duration & Questions Details 

Listening Test

25 minutes, 50 questions

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    Part 1: Four Pictures
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    Part 2: Question-Response
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    Part 3: Conversations
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    Part 4: Talks

Reading Test

35 minutes, 50 questions

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    Part 1: Sentence Completion
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    Part 2: Text Completion
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    Part 3: Reading Comprehension

Speaking Test

15 minutes, 8 questions

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    Read a text aloud
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    Describe a picture
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    Short interaction
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    Retell a story
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    Express an opinion

Writing Test

37 minutes, 9 questions

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    Build a sentence
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    Respond to messages
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    Write a short essay
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TOEIC Exam Vs TOEIC Bridge

Features TOEIC Exam TOEIC Bridge

Purpose

For advanced English proficiency in professional settings

For beginner to intermediate English learners

Section

Listening, Reading, Speaking, Writing

Listening, Reading, Speaking, Writing

Duration

2.5 hours (L&R), 80 minutes (S&W)

1 hours (L&R), 50 minutes (S&W)

Difficulty

Moderate to Advanced

Beginner to Intermediate

Scoring 

10-990 (L&R), 0-200 (S&W)

15-50 per section

Who Should Consider?

Working professionals, university students

Language learners, entry-level job seekers

 

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TOEIC Exam Eligibility & Requirements

Age Requirement:

There is no restriction on age, but the minimum required age to apply for the TOEIC Exam is above 16. 

Educational Qualification:

No formal qualification is required for the exam; thus, you can appear for the exam 1 year before applying for admission abroad. 

Documents Required:

A valid passport or Identity proof is mandatory for registration. 

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