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ACT Exam 2024 - Test Dates, Registration, Pattern, Syllabus, Result
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About ACT 2024
What is the ACT exam? ACT or the American College Testing is the most commonly accepted entrance exam for undergraduate schools in USA and other abroad universities. The ACT exam consists of MCQ based questions in the subject areas like English, mathematics, reading and writing. The last writing section is a optional one which can choose during the ACT exam registration. The ACT 2024 exam assesses the skills of the candidate that are required for studying post-secondary education and the skills that are acquired in the high school level.
The ACT exam is conducted multiple times in a year. You can appear for he test at the ACT exam centres located in the major Indian cities. The ACT registration process is simple and can be done online. There is no specific eligibility to take the ACT test, so students from 9 to 12th classes can take the exam to study in USA or other abroad. countries.
Moreover, the new changes for ACT exam are expected in September of 2025. These changes may include having more time for each question and having the science section be optional instead of compulsory for students.
ACT Full Form
The full form of ACT is American College Testing. The ACT is a non profit organisation and also helps students to measure their college readiness. All of the universities in USA and more than 200 universities in other abroad countries accept the ACT exam for undergraduate admission process.
ACT Vs SAT
The ACT test and SAT are a bit similar undergraduate entrance exams. Both of these exams are widely preferred by international students. However, they are many elements which differentiate these test in multiple ways. Additionally the ACT exam 2024 has some extra features as given below
- ACT exam has a science section
- It is a computer-based exam
- The total number of testing opportunities is 24 in ACT test as compared to 5 in SAT
- ACT test scores without writing section are announced within 2 days from the test date while they are announced in 14 days for SAT
ACT Exam Dates 2024
These ACT exam 2024 dates are different for USA applicants and other international students who are located outside the USA country. Indian students can refer to the ACT international test dates to take the ACT exam in India.
ACT Test Dates 2024 - USA
Test Date | Regular Registration Deadline | Late Registration Deadline |
September 14, 2024 | August 9, 2024 | August 25, 2024 |
October 26, 2024 | September 20, 2024 | October 7, 2024 |
December 14, 2024 | November 8, 2024 | November 22, 2024 |
February 8, 2025 | January 3, 2025 | January 20, 2025 |
April 5, 2025 | February 28, 2025 | March 16, 2025 |
June 14, 2025 | May 9, 2025 | May 26, 2025 |
July 12, 2025 | June 6, 2025 | June 20, 2025 |
*No that test centers are scheduled in New York for the July test date.
International ACT Test Dates
Test date | Registration Deadline | Late registration deadline |
13–14 September 2024 | August 16, 2024 | August 30, 2024 |
25–26 October 2024 | September 27, 2024 | October 11, 2024 |
13–14 December 2024 | November 15, 2024 | November 29, 2024 |
7–8 February 2025 | January 10, 2025 | January 24, 2024 |
4–5 April 2025 | March 7, 2025 | March 21, 2025 |
13–14 June 2025 | May 16, 2025 | May 30, 2025 |
11–12 July 2025 | June 13, 2025 | June 27, 2025 |
ACT 2024 Highlights
Full Exam Name | American College Testing |
Short Exam Name | ACT |
Conducting Body | ACT |
Exam Level | University Level Exam |
Languages | English |
Mode of Application | Online |
Mode of Exam | Online |
Exam Duration | 4 Hours |
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The ACT test has no specific eligibility criteria for prospective candidates as an individual of any age above 13 years can sit for the ACT test.
Instead, a prospective candidate needs to meet the eligibility criteria of the individual college or university to which he or she will apply through ACT scores. Additionally, a candidate is eligible to take the ACT test a maximum of 12 times.
Eligibility Criteria for the ACT Test
Nationality: Students from any country can apply and appear for the ACT test. However, the eligibility of the institute they are applying to will be binding on them.
Age Limit: ACT test 2023 has no specific age limit. Students of all ages above 13 years can appear for the ACT test. Students who are younger and less than 13 years old will have to approach the authorities for the same.
Mode of Application : Online
Mode of Payment : Net Banking | Credit Card | Debit Card
Candidates can submit the ACT application form in online mode. The ACT registration form is available on the official website www.act.org. To complete the ACT application process at home, candidates will need a stable internet connection, high school course details, and passport-size photograph. Below are the step-by-step guidelines for filling the ACT application form.
Step 1 - Visit the official website - www.act.org and select 'Registration' option available on the home page.
Step 2 - Click on 'Register for ACT', this will lead to a new web page.
Step 3 - Create the ACT account and fill out the required details like name, contact number, email address, age, etc followed by the Class 10 educational details.
Step 4 - Upload the photograph in the prescribed format.
Step 5 - Pay the pre-requisite application fee in any of the preferred modes of payment like credit card/debit card or internet banking.
Step 6 - Check all the details and save the application form.
ACT Exam Fees 2024
The fee for the ACT 2024 is different for USA and International applicants. The ACT test 2024 cost in India is USD 186.50 (i.e., in Rs 15,648/-). The full ACT exam fee including the writing section is USD 211.50 plus USD 25 (i.e., in Rs 17,746+ 2,098= Rs. 19,844). Along with the ACT examination fees, there are many other additional charges for the services you might require, their costs are listed in the table.
ACT Exam - Additional Fees 2024
Details | Fees |
ACT Late Registration fee | USD 38 |
Test option change | USD 25 |
ACT Standby testing | USD 68 |
Test Date Change or Test Center Change | USD 44 |
Additional Score Reports | USD 18 |
ACT Score Verification | USD 58(for MCQ) USD 58(Writing test) |
English
Production of writing |
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Topic development |
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Organization, unity, and cohesion |
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Knowledge of language |
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Convention of standard English |
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Sentence structure and formation |
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Punctuation |
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Usage |
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Mathematics
Preparing for higher mathematics |
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Number and quantity |
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Algebra |
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Functions |
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Geometry |
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Statistics and probability |
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Integrating essential skills |
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Modeling |
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Reading
Key ideals and details |
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Craft and structure |
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Integration of knowledge and ideas |
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Science
Data representation |
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Research summaries |
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Conflicting viewpoints |
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Interpretation of data |
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Scientific investigation |
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Evaluation of models, inferences, and experimental results |
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Writing
Idea and analysis |
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Development and support |
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Organization |
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Language use and conventions |
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ACT 2024 Preparation Tips
If you are preparing for the ACT exam, then you have to check the exam preparation tips mentioned below.
- Get familiar with the ACT exam syllabus and pattern.
- You can regularly work on ACT practice tests and identify the areas to improve.
- Schedule a dedicated time to prepare for the ACT test on a daily basis.
- Set your targeted ACT score and make plans to reach your goal.
ACT exam comprises 4 sections. All the four sections consist of multiple choice questions (MCQs) with either four or five choices. The ACT Writing section is an optional section that comprises a single essay question. The exam pattern of the ACT is given below.
ACT Exam Pattern 2024
Section |
Duration |
No. of Questions |
English |
45 minutes |
75 |
Mathematics |
60 minutes |
60 |
Reading |
35 minutes |
40 |
Science |
35 minutes |
40 |
Total |
175 minutes |
215 questions |
Writing |
40 minutes |
1 essay |
ACT 2024 Mock Test
Applicants preparing for the ACT exam in India can take the mock tests to understand the exam pattern and questions that they need to expect on the exam day. Practising these ACT sample papers regularly, can help you analyse your preparedness for the test. Based on your performance in the sample ACT test 2024, you can analyse the topics where you need to land your focus.
You can download the ACT Practise Test Science and ACT Practise Test Maths sample papers from our Careers360 website.
ACT 2024 Exam Centers
State | City |
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Gujarat | Ahmedabad |
Odisha | Bhubaneswar |
Tamil Nadu | Chennai |
Kodaikanal | |
Delhi | New Delhi |
Telangana | Hyderabad |
Rajasthan | Jaipur |
West Bengal | Kolkata |
Punjab | Mohali |
Maharashtra | Mumbai |
Pune | |
Andhra Pradesh | Vijayawada |
Documents Required at Exam
- Current official government issued photo ID (preferably passport)
The official ACT scores are released on the ACT website at act.org. The results are released within two to eight weeks after the ACT exam date. Candidates can access the ACT scores using the MyACT account. Below are the details steps to check your ACT scores.
Step 1 - Browse the official website - act,org. Click on the 'Scores' tab.
Step 2 - Now, select 'Sign in/ View scores'.
Step 3 - Sign in using registered email address and password.
Step 4 - The ACT scores will get displayed on the screen. Check the details and keep it safe for reference.
General Information
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question: Who is eligible for the ACT exam?
Answer:
Students who are planning to study undergraduate courses in the USA or other abroad colleges can take this exam for admission purposes. Mostly, high school students in the 11th and 12th classes take the ACT test. As there is no specific eligibility to take the ACT test you can even appear for the exam during your 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10th class.
Question: Can I make changes to the ACT test date?
Answer:
Yes, you can change your test dates but it must be done before the late registration deadline. To use this service for the ACT, you are required to pay an extra fee for the date change.
Question: Is the ACT harder than the SAT?
Answer:
Yes, the ACT exam is a bit harder than the SAT, because it has four sections in English, reading, math, and science. There is also an additional writing section which is optional in the ACT. With the longer test duration and more exam syllabus, the ACT can be considered harder than the SAT.
Question: What is the score range for the ACT exam?
Answer:
The score range is between 1 to 36. The final score or the composite score is the average score of the four sections.
Question: How many times can one take the ACT exam?
Answer:
There is no limit on re-attempting the ACT exam. Generally, students take it 2 to 3 times to improve their score.
Questions related to ACT
What is the fee of ACT exam in Indian rupees?
The ACT exam fees in India without writing and with writing is INR 4,835.25 and INR 6,754 respectively. The ACT test late registration fee and test centre/date change is INR 1,918.75.