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Your Guide to the ACT – Everything You Need to Know
Thinking about taking the ACT but not sure if it’s the right test for you? While we currently do not offer regular ACT coaching, we can arrange ACT training for a batch of at least 10 students. Contact us if you and your friends are interested in group coaching!
The ACT (American College Testing) is a standardized test used for college admissions in the USA, Canada, and other countries. It is an alternative to the SAT and is accepted by nearly all universities in the USA and several top institutions worldwide.
ACT vs. SAT – Which is Better?
|
Feature |
ACT |
SAT |
|
Duration |
2 hours 55 min (without Essay) |
2 hours 14 min |
|
Sections |
English, Math, Reading, Science, (Optional Essay) |
Reading, Writing & Language, Math |
|
Scoring |
Composite Score (1-36) |
400-1600 |
|
Best For |
Students strong in Science & Time Management |
Students strong in Reading & Critical Thinking |
Universities accept BOTH the ACT and SAT – choose the one that suits you!
|
Section |
No. of Questions |
Time Duration |
Skills Tested |
|
English |
75 questions |
45 min |
Grammar, punctuation, sentence structure |
|
Math |
60 questions |
60 min |
Algebra, geometry, trigonometry |
|
Reading |
40 questions |
35 min |
Comprehension, analysis, interpretation |
|
Science |
40 questions |
35 min |
Data analysis, research summaries |
|
Optional Essay |
1 question |
40 min |
Argumentation, coherence |
ACT Exam Fees in India (2024-25 Updated)
|
Exam Type |
Fee (INR) |
|
ACT without Writing |
₹13,500 approx. ($181) |
|
ACT with Writing |
₹15,700 approx. ($206) |
|
Late Registration Fee |
₹4,200 approx. ($36) |
The ACT is offered 7 times a year in India – plan your test date accordingly!
At Global Careers, we specialize in study abroad consulting, test preparation, and profile building. While we do not currently offer regular ACT coaching, we can arrange ACT preparation for a batch of 10+ students.
Interested in ACT Coaching? Contact Us
Both tests are widely accepted. The ACT is best for students strong in Math & Science, while SAT focuses more on critical thinking.
Most students take it in Grade 11 or early Grade 12 to have time for college applications.
You can take the ACT up to 12 times, but most students take it twice to improve scores.
Most Ivy League and top universities accept either the ACT or SAT.
Yes – if there are at least 10 students interested, we will arrange specialized ACT coaching!
Interested in ACT Coaching? Contact Us
