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The Official Guide to the TOEFL iBT Test
ETS · McGraw Hill
Official TOEFL practice with audio.
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Best Books & Mock Tests for TOEFL iBT 2026
Test of English as a Foreign Language (iBT) · Educational Testing Service (ETS)
English proficiency test accepted by universities in the US and 160+ countries.
Best books for TOEFL iBT — in the order to buy
Start at #1 and work down. The first books cover the full syllabus; later books add depth for scoring subjects.
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Word Power Made Easy
Norman Lewis · Penguin
Builds vocabulary systematically — useful for CAT, GRE and bank exams.
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Best mock tests & practice sets for TOEFL iBT
Take a full mock every week in the early months and every alternate day in the last 30 days. Analyse every test — that is where marks improve.
Official
Official TOEFL iBT notification, syllabus & papers
Educational Testing Service (ETS)
Always confirm dates, eligibility and syllabus on the official website before applying.
Visit official siteTOEFL iBT at a glance
Conducted by
Educational Testing Service (ETS)
Level
International
Frequency
Year-round
Mode
Online (CBT)
Eligibility
No formal eligibility.
Official website
https://www.ets.org/toeflDates, vacancies, fees and age limits change every cycle — always confirm in the latest official notification.
Exam pattern
- 1Reading
- 2Listening
- 3Speaking
- 4Writing
Syllabus — key subjects
ReadingListeningSpeakingWriting
How to prepare for TOEFL iBT
STEP 1
Month 1 — Foundation
Read the official syllabus and solve one previous TOEFL iBT paper to see where you stand. Start book #1 and #2 from the list above.
STEP 2
Months 2–3 — Concepts
Finish one standard book per subject. Solve topic-wise practice sets the same day you finish a chapter.
STEP 3
Month 4 — Mock phase
Start full-length mocks weekly. Maintain an error log and revisit weak topics after every test.
STEP 4
Last 30 days — Revision
Mocks every alternate day, revise short notes and previous year questions. No new books.
TOEFL iBT — frequently asked questions
Which is the best mock test for TOEFL iBT 2026?
Start with Educational Testing Service (ETS)'s previous year TOEFL iBT papers, solved under real exam timing. Aim for at least 15–20 full mocks before the exam and analyse every test.
Which are the best books for TOEFL iBT preparation?
The most recommended books for TOEFL iBT are: The Official Guide to the TOEFL iBT Test by ETS; Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis. Read one good book per subject multiple times instead of many books once.
What is TOEFL iBT?
Test of English as a Foreign Language (iBT) (TOEFL iBT) is conducted by Educational Testing Service (ETS). English proficiency test accepted by universities in the US and 160+ countries.
What is the eligibility for TOEFL iBT?
No formal eligibility. Always verify the latest criteria in the official notification at https://www.ets.org/toefl.
What is the TOEFL iBT exam pattern?
TOEFL iBT is conducted in the following stage(s): Reading; Listening; Speaking; Writing. Mode: Online (CBT).
What is the TOEFL iBT syllabus?
The main subjects/sections of TOEFL iBT are: Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing. Download the detailed syllabus from https://www.ets.org/toefl.
How often is TOEFL iBT conducted?
TOEFL iBT is held year-round. Dates are announced by Educational Testing Service (ETS) in the official notification.
How to crack TOEFL iBT in the first attempt?
(1) Download the official syllabus and previous papers. (2) Build concepts from one standard book per subject. (3) Practise topic-wise sets daily. (4) Start full-length mock tests at least 3 months before the exam and analyse each one. (5) Revise weak areas and keep a short-notes register. (6) Take the last 15 days only for revision and mocks.
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