
ETS India and Crizac Announce Strategic Partnership to Expand TOEFL and GRE Preparation Access for Study Abroad Aspirants
ETS, the provider of globally recognized TOEFL® and GRE® assessments, has announced a major strategic partnership with Crizac Limited. The collaboration aims to significantly expand access to authorized TOEFL® and GRE® preparation resources for aspiring students in India who are planning higher education abroad.The partnership combines ETS’ expertise in educational assessment with Crizac’s extensive student network, addressing the growing demand for credible admissions guidance across the country. This move responds directly to the fact that more than 1.3 million Indians are currently pursuing higher education overseas.
Enhancing Accessibility in International Education
The initiative is set to make official preparation resources more accessible to students nationwide. By integrating ETS’ globally recognized assessment expertise with Crizac's personalized counseling support, students will be equipped to prepare effectively for university admissions across leading global destinations.Crizac Limited provides a robust ecosystem that supports international student recruitment, boasting:
| Metric | Detail |
|---|---|
| Student Recruitment Partners | More than 14,000+ |
| Countries Served | Over 85+ |
| Partnered Universities | Over 500+ in 14+ countries |
| Annual Applications Supported | Approximately 4,00,000 |
This collaboration aims to provide official TOEFL® and GRE® preparation resources through Crizac’s network of recruitment partners, expanding access for at least 100,000 students annually. This effort reflects a wider structural shift in India's international education ecosystem as students explore global opportunities beyond traditional study destinations.
Commitment to Growth and Regional Focus
The collaboration will embed official ETS preparation resources across Crizac’s vast network of recruitment and counseling partners. Complementing this expansion, ETS is planning substantial growth in its testing infrastructure within India.ETS plans to expand its network of official TOEFL® and GRE® test centers from more than 65 currently to 100 over the next year, strengthening access to assessments nationwide.
Focusing on regional development, while ETS operates two authorized test centers in Kolkata, Crizac Limited is set to collaborate with ETS to establish a third center in Eastern India by 2027.
Industry Leaders Address the Partnership
Karan Lalit, Executive Director of South Asia for TOEFL & GRE at ETS, stated that ensuring every student has access to trusted assessments and high-quality preparation resources remains paramount. He added that through the partnership with Crizac, they are extending this commitment to more students across India as they pursue global education aspirations.Dr. Vikash Agarwal, Chairman & Managing Director of Crizac Limited, emphasized the focus on talent accessibility. "At Crizac, we believe talent should never be limited by access," Dr. Agarwal said. He noted that the partnership brings authorized TOEFL and GRE preparation resources to Indian students, backed by a shared commitment toward scholarships and financial support for those who need it most.
The initiative is structured to integrate official ETS preparation materials into students' international planning, ensuring they receive expert guidance alongside trusted learning materials as they prepare applications worldwide.
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