ACT Preparation
The ACT (American College Testing) exam is a curriculum-based, standardized test used by universities (primarily in the US & Canada) to assess students’ academic readiness for undergraduate studies. It is administered by ACT, Inc. and is conducted seven times a year in India (September, October, December, February, April, June, and July).
Pen & Paper (Test Center)
Traditional paper-based format with bubble sheets and handwritten essay (if writing test is taken).
Computer-Based (Outside U.S.)
Digital format introduced in 2021 with the same test structure and scoring as the paper format.
Total Duration: 2 hrs 55 mins (without Writing). With Writing: Additional 40 mins (+5-min break before essay). After the Math section, students get a 15-minute break.
| Section | Number of Questions | Duration | Skills Measured |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 75 | 45 mins | Grammar, usage, sentence structure, organization, style |
| Mathematics | 60 | 60 mins | Algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and data analysis |
| Reading | 40 | 35 mins | Reading comprehension, reasoning with evidence |
| Science | 40 | 35 mins | Interpretation, analysis, evaluation, scientific reasoning |
| Writing (Optional) | 1 essay | 40 mins | High-school level writing & composition |
The ACT is scored on a scale of 1-36.
- Score Range: 1 – 36 for each section.
- Composite Score: Average of the four section scores.
Performance Benchmarks
| Score Range | Performance Level |
|---|---|
| 25 – 36 | Above Average |
| 17 – 24 | Average |
| 1 – 16 | Below Average |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Score Validity | 5 years |
| Registration | Online |
| Result Timeframe | 2 days – 8 weeks after test date |
| Test Frequency | 7 times a year |
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