SAT Test Centres 2021

SAT 2021 Test Centres

The world-renowned standardised test is administered by the College Board and is conducted across numerous SAT test centres across 30 cities in India. The SATs are conducted in the month of March, May, August, September, October and December every year. While the number of test centres for SATs in India is decent, candidates may find it difficult to book an appropriate test centre of their choice because of the increasing number of applicants.

Some of the top universities that are accepting SAT scores for undergraduate admissions are Georgia Institute of Technology, Florida State University, University of South Florida, University of Florida, University of Central Florida, Florida International University etc. Other universities like the University of Idaho, University of New Mexico,  Purdue University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology etc encourage students to take SAT for 2022 admissions.  

For a hassle-free SAT application process, it is recommended that candidates go through every detail and follow all the guidelines laid down by College Board. They can select the appropriate College Board-approved test centre for SATs in India along with the time slot as per their choice while registering for the exam. 

COVID-19 Update

The College Board has implemented the appropriate health and safety measures for the of test-takers and the people at the SAT test centres in India, on priority. The Board will continue to monitor the situation and in case of any modification in the regulations at the test centres or changes in the test dates, the board will communicate the necessary information to the candidates.

In case, any test centre is fully or partially closed, the test takers may be asked not to report to the test centre. Other decisions that can be taken include changes in the test centre/ test date or cancellation of registration of students with a refund.

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Items to be Carried at SAT Test Centres

While reporting to the specified SAT test centre in India, the test-takers are allowed to carry limited things to the exam hall. Here is a list of the items that can be carried in the SAT exam hall by the candidates. Here is the list of items that are allowed to be carried by the candidate:

• SAT Hall Ticket

• Government ID Card with photograph 

• Pencil, pen and  eraser 

• Calculator (approved by the authorities)

• Drinking water bottles 

The test taker must carry all these items in a transparent pouch so that all the items are visible to the invigilator at the test centre.

Guidelines to be Followed at SAT Test Centres

The SAT test centres in India have the same rules and guidelines that each test taker must be familiar with before taking the test. Certain important guidelines to be followed at the test centres have been is mentioned below:

• Candidates must reach the test centre at least 30 minutes before the SAT Exam time mentioned in the hall ticket to avoid any hassle at the test centre. No candidate will be allowed to enter the test centres after the test has started. 

• Candidates must ensure they carry the mandatory items to the test centre like the hall ticket, respective ID proof etc. 

• Candidates will be offered a 10 -minute and a 5-minute break in between the tests. No other breaks in the middle of the test will be allowed. Test books, answer sheets and other belongings must be kept at the desk during the test.

• Masks/ Face Coverings are mandatory for the test-takers, while they are at the test centres, keeping in mind the current scenario. Social distancing must be maintained and all other guidelines defined at the test centre must be followed.

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SAT 2021: List of Test Centres in India

All the official SAT exam centres in India along with their addresses and centres have been mentioned in the table below: 

FAQs on SAT Test Centres

1. How many SAT test centres are available in India?

Numerous SAT Test centres are located across 30 major cities in India.

2. What do I need to carry to the SAT Test centre in India?

Those appearing for the SAT 2021 must carry certain mandatory items to the test centre including the SAT Hall Ticket and a Government ID Card with Photograph. Other items may include a Pencil & Eraser, Pen, Calculator and a drinking water bottle. All these items must be carried in a see-through pouch.

3. When do I need to reach the SAT Test Centre?

Candidates must ensure that they reach the SAT Test centre approximately 30 minutes before the test commences.

4. If I am 5 minutes late for the test, will I be able to enter the test centre?

As per the College Board guidelines for SAT Tests, no candidate will be allowed to enter the test centre after the test has begun.

5. Do I need to bring face masks to the test centre for SATs tests?

Yes, abiding by the 2021 guidelines, all candidates must wear face masks while appearing for the SAT 2021 test along with following other guidelines.

6. Will I be allowed to take breaks during the SAT 2021 test?

Yes, students will be allowed to take breaks of 10 and 5 minutes, which have been previously scheduled. Students will not be allowed to take unscheduled breaks.

7. Will I be granted entry to the test centre if I forget to bring my Photo ID or Hall Ticket?

No, candidates need to bring all the important documents such as the Government-issued Photo ID, Hall Ticket, etc to be allowed entry at the SAT test centre.

8. Where are the SAT Test Centres located in India?

The SAT 2021 test centres are located in major cities such as New Delhi, Mumbai, Bhopal, Jabalpur, Kolkata, Bangalore, Chennai, Kanpur, Ahmedabad, Jodhpur, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Coimbatore, Ranchi, Vijayawada, Indore, Sohna, Jaipur, Mohali, Faridabad, Vadodara, Visakhapatnam, Bhubaneshwar, Cochin, Gurgaon, Guwahati, Amritsar, Dehradun etc. You can select the appropriate SAT test centre in India at the time of the SAT Registration.

9. How can I check the availability of a test centre at a particular location?

Visit the official website of the College Board and go to the Test Center Closings section. Select the upcoming test dates, country and check the availability of the test centre on that particular date.

10. Does any SAT test centre in India require an additional fee?    

No, none of the SAT test centres in India requires an additional fee.