Is IELTS / TOEFL mandatory for Indians at NUS-ISS?
Yes, demonstrating English language proficiency is mandatory for Indian students and as a result they are required to submit a valid score in the IELTS or TOEFL exam.
The minimum IELTS score deemed acceptable by the university is 6.0, while the minimum acceptable TOEFL scores are: 580 in Paper-base
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Choose a centre close to home. Avoid weekends if you get nervous in crowds. Pick a morning slot for fresh mind. Check traffic and travel time in your city. Book early!
Check university or visa deadlines first. Finish strong prep 2–4 weeks before the test. Pick a date when you feel ready. Leave buffer time for retakes if needed.
Book 2–3 months early. Peak months like August–November fill fast in India. Early booking gives better centres and dates. Avoid last-minute stress.
Try December to July. These months have more open slots and less competition. Avoid August–November if possible. Early booking gives you better centres and dates. Plan ahead.
September, October, and November have huge demand. Fall semester deadlines for US, Canada, and UK universities fall around then. Thousands of Indian students take TOEFL at the same time.
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