Test Preparations
At Gate to globe International Education, we understand the importance of achieving excellent test scores to secure admission to top universities abroad.
We offer comprehensive exam preparation classes, including TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, and PTE.
Our experienced instructors and tailored curriculum ensure you are well-prepared to excel in these exams. Below is an overview of each test, including costs, result times, and structures.
IELTS Exam Fee in Nepal: The IELTS exam fee in Nepal is approximately NPR 36200.
IELTS Exam types: IELTS offers both Academic and General Training versions, available in computer-based and paper-based formats. The Academic version is intended for those applying for higher education, while the General Training version is for those seeking work or immigration opportunities.
IELTS Registration in Nepal: You can register for the IELTS exam through the British Council or IDP websites. Both organizations offer extensive support and resources for test-takers.
Result Time: Computer-delivered IELTS results are available within 3-5 days, while paper-based results take about 13 days.
IELTS Structure:
| Section | Time | Format / Tasks | Skills Tested |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listening | 30 minutes (+10 min transfer) | 4 recordings (conversations & monologues), 40 questions | Understanding main ideas, details, opinions, and purpose |
| Reading | 60 minutes | 3 sections, 40 questions • Academic: 3 academic texts • General Training: everyday texts | Reading for gist, details, arguments, and recognizing opinions |
| Writing | 60 minutes | • Academic: Task 1 (graph/chart/diagram description), Task 2 (essay) • General Training: Task 1 (letter), Task 2 (essay) | Organizing ideas, presenting arguments, clarity, grammar |
| Speaking | 11–14 minutes | Face-to-face interview (3 parts: introduction, long turn, discussion) | Fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar |
PTE Exam Fee in Nepal: Nepal’s PTE Academic exam fee is approximately USD 170 (about NPR 27000).
Exam Options: PTE Academic is a computer-based test that evaluates your English proficiency for academic purposes.
Registration: Register for the PTE Academic test on the official Pearson website. The process involves creating an account, selecting a test date, and paying the exam fee online.
Result Time: PTE Academic results are typically available within two business days after the TestTest.
PTE Academic Structure:
| Section | Time Duration | Tasks / Format | Skills Tested |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speaking & Writing | 54 – 67 minutes | Personal introduction Read aloud 1) Repeat sentence 2) Describe image 3) Re-tell lecture 4) Answer short question 5) Summarize written text 6) Essay (20 minutes) | Oral fluency, pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, written communication |
| Reading | 29 – 30 minutes | 1) Multiple-choice (single & multiple answers) 2) Re-order paragraphs 3) Fill in the blanks | Reading comprehension, identifying key ideas, logical structure |
| Listening | 30 – 43 minutes | 1)Summarize spoken text 2) Multiple-choice questions 3) Fill in the blanks 4) Highlight correct summary 5) Select missing word 6) Highlight incorrect words 7) Write from dictation | Listening comprehension, note-taking, identifying details, academic vocabulary |
Duolingo Exam Fee in Nepal: The Duolingo English Test costs approximately USD 49 (about NPR 7000).
Exam Options: The Duolingo English Test is entirely computer-based and can be taken online from home.
Duolingo Registration in Nepal: You can register for the Duolingo English Test on the official Duolingo website. The registration process is simple: you must create an account and pay online.
Result Time: Results are typically available within 48 hours of test completion.
Duolingo Structure:
| Section / Task Type | Time Duration | Format / Details | Skills Tested |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adaptive Questions | ~45 minutes | Questions adjust in difficulty based on your answers Examples: read & complete, listen & select, speak & record, write responses | Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing |
| Writing Tasks | Included in adaptive | Short essays or typed responses to prompts | Writing skills, grammar, vocabulary |
| Speaking Tasks | Included in adaptive | Record spoken answers via microphone | Speaking, pronunciation, fluency |
| Video Interview | 10 minutes | Optional, recorded responses to open-ended questions | Communication & ability to express ideas clearly |
| Writing Sample | 5 minutes | Optional writing sample for universities | Writing style, coherence, and vocabulary |
TOEFL Exam Fee in Nepal: The TOEFL exam fee in Nepal is approximately NPR 27000.
TOEFL Exam types in Nepal: TOEFL offers internet-based (iBT) and paper-based tests. The iBT is more widely accepted and preferred due to its comprehensive nature and availability.
TOEFL Registration in Nepal: You can register for the TOEFL exam in Nepal through the official ETS website. The process is straightforward: You must create an account, select a test date, and make the payment online.
TOEFL Result Time: TOEFL iBT results are typically available online within six days after the test date. Paper-based test results take about 11-13 days to be released.
Structure of TOEFL:
| Section | Time Duration | Format / Tasks | Skills Tested |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 54–72 minutes | 3–4 passages, 10 questions each Multiple-choice, insert-sentence, and vocabulary questions | Reading comprehension, understanding main ideas, details, and inferences |
| Listening | 41–57 minutes | 4–6 lectures & 2–3 conversations Multiple-choice, summarizing, and inference questions | Listening comprehension, understanding key points and speaker intentions |
| Speaking | 17 minutes | 4 tasks: independent (opinion) & integrated (read/listen/speak) | Speaking skills, pronunciation, fluency, clarity |
| Writing | 50 minutes | 2 tasks: integrated (read/listen/write) & independent (essay) | Writing skills, organization, grammar, clarity, argument development |