SAT registration can be simply done online through the College Board's official website. To register for the SAT, first create an account and then submit all your details. After creating a student profile, select your preferred test date and exam center. India has 139 registered SAT centers, located throughout the country. SAT enrollment for the 2025-26 testing year is now open. One thing you must remember is that the registration deadline ends 14 days before the exam date. As an Indian student, registering for the SAT will cost you USD 68 (INR 5910), plus a USD 43 (INR 3740) regional fee. SAT fee waiver programs are available for low-income 11th- and 12th-grade students in the U.S. or U.S. territories.
SAT Exam Dates and Registration Deadlines
At this time, registration is open for all students for the entire 2025-26 testing year. The SAT exam registration dates and deadlines are given below:
| SAT Exam Date | SAT Registration Deadline | Deadline for Changes, Cancellation,and Late Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Aug. 23, 2025 | Aug. 8, 2025 | Aug. 12, 2025 |
| Sept. 13, 2025 | Aug. 29, 2025 | Sept. 2, 2025 |
| Oct. 4, 2025 | Sept. 19, 2025 | Sept. 23, 2025 |
| Nov. 8, 2025 | Oct. 24, 2025 | Oct. 28, 2025 |
| Dec. 6, 2025 | Nov. 21, 2025 | Nov. 25, 2025 |
| March 14, 2026 | Feb. 27, 2026 | March 3, 2026 |
| May 2, 2026 | Apr. 17, 2026 | April 21, 2026 |
| June 6, 2026 | May 22, 2026 | May 26, 2026 |
Anticipated 2026-27 Test Dates are:
Fall 2026
- August 15, 2026
- September 12, 2026
- October 3, 2026
- November 7, 2026
- December 5, 2026
Spring 2027
- March 13, 2027
- May 1, 2027
- June 5, 2027
SAT Exam Eligibility for Indian Students
Before starting the SAT registration process, it is important to go through the eligibility criteria for the exam. The conducting body, the College Board, does not set any SAT eligibility criteria to appear in the exam. Moreover, the conducting body has not set any age limit for SAT examination registration. If you are in the 11th or 12th grade and willing to attend undergraduate courses abroad, you can register for the SAT exam.
Step-by-Step SAT Registration Process:
In general, registering for the SAT exam will not take more than 30 minutes. Create a CollegeBoard account, provide your details, and follow the steps to complete SAT registration. While completing the registration process, you can send score reports to four organizations for free. After receiving the result, you can send your SAT score to as many organizations as you like with an additional fee.
Step 1: Create a student account on the College Board’s official website
Step 2: Submit all Personal Details
Step 3: Enter Your Demographic Information
Step 4: Enter Your Educational Details
Step 5: Select your preferred exam Date and test center
Step 6: Make Payment
SAT Fees for Indian Students
The SAT registration fee is USD 68 (INR 5910), plus a USD 43 (INR 3740) regional fee. Check the table below to understand the additional services and fees:
| Service / Fee Category | USD Amount | INR Equivalent (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee (USD 68 + 43) | 111 | ₹9,640 |
| Test center fee (selected locations only) | 24 | ₹2,085 |
| Late registration | 34 | ₹2,954 |
| Change test center | 29 | ₹2,519 |
| Cancel registration fee | 29 | ₹2,519 |
| Late cancel fee | 39 | ₹3,386 |
| Additional score reports (per report) | 14 | ₹1,216 |
| Rush reports | 31 | ₹2,693 |
| Get scores by phone (per call) | 15 | ₹1,303 |
| Archived scores | 35 | ₹3,040 |
SAT Test Centers in India
The College Board offers a total of 139 SAT centers for Indian candidates across the country. To book your preferred SAT exam center, select your region outside the United States, choose your test date, and then select India in the location option. You will be advised to complete the SAT enrollment process at least 2 to 3 months before the exam date. Check your nearest and most convenient test center location by visiting the official website.
The process for online SAT registration and test date booking is simple. You need to submit your personal and academic details appropriately to complete the SAT registration process. There are no particular eligibility criteria for appearing in the exam. Students above 13 years of age can successfully register for the SAT.
FAQs
Ques: What is the last date to register for the SAT exam?
Ans: CollegeBoard offers SAT exams 7 times a year. The last date to register for the SAT exam is generally 14 days before the exam date. You will get an extra 4 days’ deadline for late registration, or any test center changes and cancellations. For late registration or rescheduling, you need to pay extra fees.
Ques: Can Indians apply for the SAT?
Ans: Any high school student from India can register for the SAT. To apply for the SAT, you must be 13 years of age or older, and you need to submit a valid passport. You will be advised to check the SAT eligibility criteria in detail on the College Board's official website.
Ques: Who is eligible for the SAT exam?
Ans: The College Board, the conducting body, does not give specific eligibility criteria for SAT registration. Any high school student after class 10th or 12th can take the SAT. You must be older than 13 years old to complete the registration process.
Ques: Ques: How many times is the SAT conducted in a year?
Ans: The SAT exam is conducted 7 times a year in March, May, June, August, October, November, and December. You will be advised to complete your SAT registration at least 2 to months before to book your preferred exam date and test center.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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