TOEFL Score Division: Breakdown by Sections

Each section of the TOEFL exam contributes to the overall score, with specific scoring criteria and weightage. Overall, the total TOEFL score is calculated by summing the scores from each section, resulting in a total score range of 0 to 120 points. Here’s a detailed breakdown of each section’s scoring:

Reading

Scoring Criteria: The Reading section is scored based on the number of correct answers to multiple-choice questions.
Weightage: The Reading section contributes approximately 25% of the total TOEFL score.
Score Range: Scores range from 0 – 30 points.

Listening

Scoring Criteria: Similar to the Reading section, the Listening section is scored based on the number of correct answers to multiple-choice questions.
Weightage: The Listening section also contributes approximately 25% of the total TOEFL score.
Score Range: Scores range from 0 – 30 points.

Speaking

Scoring Criteria: The Speaking section is scored based on various factors, including pronunciation, fluency, coherence, and content.
Weightage: The Speaking section contributes approximately 25% of the total TOEFL score.
Score Range: Scores range from 0 to 30 points, with each of the 4 tasks scored on a scale of 0 – 4.

Writing

Scoring Criteria: The Writing section is scored based on the quality of written responses, including organization, development, and language use.
Weightage: The Writing section contributes approximately 25% of the total TOEFL score.
Score Range: Scores range from 0 to 30 points, with each essay scored on a scale of 0- 5.

Skill	Min-Max Marks	Level
Reading	0-30	Low (0–14) Intermediate (15–21) High (22–30)
Listening	0-30	Low (0–14) Intermediate (15–21) High (22–30)
Speaking	0–4 points converted to a 0–30 score scale	Weak (0–9) Limited (10–17) Fair (18–25) Good (26–30)
Writing	0–5 points converted to a 0–30 score scale	Limited (1–16) Fair (17–23) Good (24–30)
Total Score	0–120

What is the TOEFL Test Format and Score Division?

The TOEFL is a widely accepted standard for evaluating competency in the English language. The TOEFL exam, which is designed to evaluate non-native speakers’ proficiency in the English language, is essential for several academic, professional, and personal activities in English-speaking areas. In India, the TOEFL iBT test is computer-based, and the paper-based test TOEFL PBT has been phased out. TOEFL scores remain valid for two years after the test date.

In this article, we will learn about the TOEFL test format and score division!

What is the TOEFL test format and score division?

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