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ACT Exam 2024 - Test Dates, Registration, Pattern, Syllabus, Result
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About ACT 2024
What is ACT test? - ACT or the American College Testing is a test similar to SAT which tests the aptitude of students applying for admission to colleges. The ACT exam is a national college admissions examination used by all four-year US universities and more than 200 universities outside the US to evaluate applicants for undergraduate admissions. Students are tested in the following subject areas in the ACT test:
- English
- Mathematics
- Reading
- Science
- ACT with writing (candidates opting for this will have to write the four subject area tests plus a 40-minute writing test).
The ACT test is conducted as per :
- Code of Professional Responsibilities in Educational Measurement, National Council on Measurement in Education (1995).
- Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing, American Educational Research Association, American Psychological Association, and National Council on Measurement in Education (1999).
- Code of Fair Testing Practices in Education, Joint Committee on Testing Practices (2004).
ACT Vs SAT
While both are widely preferred exams, the ACT test offers a few additional features as given below
- ACT exam has a science section
- It is a computer-based exam
- The total number of testing opportunities are 24 in ACT test as compared to 5 in SAT
- ACT test scores without writing section are announced within 2 days from test date while they are announced in 14 days for SAT
ACT Important Dates
Test Dates for the United States, US territories, and Puerto Rico.
Test Date | Regular Registration Deadline | Late Registration Deadline | Photo Upload and Standby Deadline |
February 10, 2024 | January 5, 2023 | January 19, 2023 | February 2, 2023 |
April 13, 2024 | March 8, 2023 | March 22, 2023 | April 5, 2023 |
June 8, 2024 | May 3, 2023 | May 17, 2023 | May 31, 2023 |
July 13, 2024 | June 7, 2023 | June 21, 2023 | July 5, 2023 |
*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 | Photo Upload Deadline |
23–24 February 2024 | January 26, 2023 | February 9, 2023 | February 16, 2023 |
12–13 April 2024 | March 15,2023 | March 29, 2023 | April 5, 2023 |
7–8 June 2024 | May 10, 2023 | May 24, 2023 | May 31, 2023 |
12–13 July 2024 | June 14, 2023 | June 28, 2023 | June 5, 2023 |
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 |
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 to fill 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 mode of payment like credit card/debit card or internet banking.
Step 6 - Check all the details and save the application form.
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 exam comprises 4 sections and all 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
Section | Duration | No. of Questions |
English | 45 minutes | 75 |
Mathematics | 60 minutes | 60 |
Reading | 35 minutes | 40 |
Science | 35 minutes | 40 |
Total questions | 175 minutes | 215 questions |
Writing | 40 minutes | 1 essay |
ACT 2024 Exam Centers
State | City |
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Gujarat | Ahmedabad |
Vadodara | |
Rajasthan | Ajmer |
Jaipur | |
Uttar Pradesh | Allahabad |
Lucknow | |
Meerut | |
Noida | |
Varanasi | |
Karnataka | Bangalore |
Odisha | Bhubaneswar |
Tamil Nadu | Chennai |
Kodaikanal | |
Madurai | |
Uttarakhand | Dehradun |
Delhi | New Delhi |
Haryana | Gurgaon |
Telangana | Hyderabad |
Madhya Pradesh | Indore |
Jammu and Kashmir | Jammu |
West Bengal | Kolkata |
Punjab | Mohali |
Maharashtra | Mumbai |
Nagpur | |
Pune | |
Andhra Pradesh | Vijayawada |
Documents Required at Exam
- Current official government issued photo ID (preferably passport)
ACT scores are released on the official website - act.org. The ACT result is released within two to eight weeks after the ACT test date. Candidates can access the ACT scores using the MyACT account. Below are the details steps to check the 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: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.
Question:How many sections does ACT have?
Answer:
The ACT exam has four sections- English, reading, math, and science. There is also a writing section which is optional.
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:
You can take the ACT exam up to 12 times. Generally students take it for 2 to 3 times. You can repeat the exam to improve your score.
Questions related to ACT
hi, I want to do engineering from USA. Im 20 years old, I did my 12th in science PCM, but right now doing ba in arts, I have doubt whether I can pursue bsc or btech from usa after getting graduated from arts fields? mi eligible? if yes how can I go for it? what is upper age limit?
Hello, yes you can do a bachelor in engineering in the US. Your Bachelor in arts degree won't affect your admission process as you will be accepted on the basis of your 11th and 12th marks, SAT and IELTS score. These two tests are conducted yearly and you can easily apply for them online. SAT will test your qualitative, quantitative, logical reasoning, verbal and non verbal skills. IELTS will test your English proficiency.
You need to have a minimum 3.0 GPA in your 12th ,along with that you need to have some extra curricular activities and letter of recommendations from your teachers/if you have interned at a firm or organization as well which will make you stand out from the rest. Some colleges in America also need you to submit an essay along with your admission application and transcripts as to why you want to pursue a course in XYZ college so make sure you check it up online accordingly.
All the best!
Hi, what was the scope for nano science and technology in PG? And what about the job and placements regarding the course in ACT campus?
Hi, the scope for Nano science and technology is extremely good. As it is a newly evolving branch there is a lot of scope to research and come up with new ways of using this technology for the betterment and ease of living. The downside of this is it is very difficult to find placement reports of ACT campus and hence it is safe to say that the placements might be mediocre. If you dig in deep you might find it. Hope this helps. All the best!
What is the Nirf rank 2020 of University Departments of Anna University, Chennai - ACT Campus, Sardar Patel Road, Guindy, Chennai 600 025. Pls answer ASAP!!!
Dear aspirant,
As per report by NIRF, Anna University ranked 12 under University ranking category in NIRF Ranking 2020. In overall category it has ranked 20th among top 100 Universities. Undoubtedly it is one of the leading University of India.
Hope it would be helpful.
which to join ece in vit chennai or chemical engg. in act chennai
Hello.,
Both the college have it's own importance and they are on of the reputed colleges in chennai. Now coming to the point of question then it wholly depends on student interest about the branch or course in which he wanted to get the admission.
If you have skills in ECE then choose VIT or if you are interested in chemical engineering then choose ACT.
In general ACT have the good placement record alongside with good infrastructure and faculty. The placements are 70- 80% depending on the candidate performance. The average package would be minimum of 45 lakh per annum and the average salary is 7 lakh per annum.
VIT is also having good placement record of 80% and many companies like Wipro., Infosys., Dell comes for recruitment. The highest paid salary is 40 lakh per annum and the average salary is 7.5 lakh per annum
Hope this helps. Good luck
Does sri sai degree college in hyderabad ,dilsukhnagar provides me a bright future ? Please tell me about the college faculty.And also about college environment. Is anti ragging act applied in this college Is this a safe place. .please give me a detailed information of college.
This college offers various Bachelor's and Masters courses in different stream.It is overall a good college for studies.As far as ragging is concerned, every college now has strict rules over ragging and every candidate signs an anti-ragging form before admission.Also, in colleges offering simple graduation there is no chances of ragging and stuff so you don't need to worry about these things.
Get more details about the college from the link -
https://www.careers360.com/colleges/sri-sai-degree-and-pg-college-hyderabad
I hope this helps.