SAT registration can be done online from the College Board website. The process involves creating an account on the website, giving your personal information, such as your name, date of birth, and address. After this, you need to select your preferred SAT exam date and center and make the payment. After successful payment, you will receive an email confirming your test and containing all the details of your booking.
The SAT exam can be taken by anyone wishing to pursue undergraduate studies abroad. However, for candidates under 13 years of age, an account creation consent form needs to be submitted by the parent or guardian. After this form is submitted, a College Board representative will contact the parent/guardian regarding the next steps in the registration process.
The SAT registration fee in India is USD $111 (approx. 10,000 INR), which includes a base registration fee of USD $68 (approx. 6,140 INR) and a USD $43 (approx. 3,890 INR) international fee. A sales tax of USD $19.98 (approx. 1,840 INR) is added at the time of payment, taking the total payable fee to approximately USD $131 (approx. 12,100 INR). The College Board also provides fee waivers of up to 90% to students with an annual family income of up to 8 lakhs INR. If you are eligible, make sure you apply for and receive the coupon before registering.
The SAT exam dates are available 8 times in a testing year. For each date, you also have a registration deadline and a late registration deadline. The upcoming exam date is May 2, 2026. The registration deadline is April 17, 2026, and the late registration deadline is April 21, 2026. Since the SAT exam is taken on your own device, if you need to borrow a device from the College Board, you need to register at least 30 days in advance.
SAT Registration 2026
Follow the steps below to understand the SAT registration process:
Step 1: Create your account on the College Board website, complete your profile, and log in.
Step 2: Click on “My SAT.”
Step 3: Click on “Register for SAT.” If you have a fee waiver, enter the code and then proceed.
Step 4: After you click on “Register for SAT”, you will be asked questions about your previous academics as well as future ones. Make sure you enter these carefully.
Step 5: Before selecting a test date and center, you will be given all the testing rules and policies. Read them carefully and acknowledge.
Step 6: In this step, you have to select your country of testing, preferred test date, and center.
Step 7: Confirm your test details.
Step 8: Upload a recent photograph. The format can be .jpg, .gif, or .png, and the size must be 2 MB maximum.
Step 9: As the last step, review all your details, check the exam fee, and make the payment.
Check out the video below for the full SAT registration process:
SAT Registration Process for Candidates Under 13 years of Age:
The parent or guardian needs to fill up and sign the Account Creation Consent FormPDF and email it to accountrequest@collegeboard.org. Processing takes up to 5 business days, after which the College Board support will contact the parent regarding the next steps in the registration process.
SAT Fee Waiver 2026
The College Board offers fee waivers of up to 90% through its India Scholars Program. Here are the eligibility requirements:
| Annual Family Income | Discount on SAT Fee |
|---|---|
| Below 8 Lakhs INR | 90% |
| Between 8 Lakhs - 15 Lakhs INR | 50% |
How to Apply?
- Apply for a fee waiver voucher or code at Buddy4Study (buddy4study.com/collegeboard).
- Use the code while registering for the exam.
SAT Exam Eligibility 2026
The SAT exam is meant for students who want to pursue undergraduate studies abroad. Therefore, there are no strict SAT exam eligibility conditions set by the College Board. However, you need to submit a valid ID proof at the test center on the test day. As per official policy, the accepted IDs for the SAT exam in India are passport and Aadhar card.
How many times can I register for the SAT?
There is no limit to the number of times you can take the SAT exam. As per the College Board, most students take it at least twice, once in the spring of junior year and again in the fall of senior year, to improve their score. Many colleges consider the highest score and may also use superscoring (combining the best section scores from different test dates).
SAT Accommodations 2026
Students with documented disabilities can request SAT accommodations to help them take the test fairly. These may include extra time, additional breaks, assistive technology, or a different testing setting, depending on the student’s needs.
Who Can Apply?
Students with a documented disability that affects test-taking, such as ADHD, learning disabilities, visual or hearing impairments, physical conditions, or medical issues. The accommodation must match what the student uses in school. Poor performance alone does not qualify.
How to Apply?
The preferred method is through your school’s SSD (Services for Students with Disabilities) coordinator, such as a counselor or special educator. If your school does not have one, you can apply directly by submitting the Student Eligibility Form with required documents to the College Board.
What documents are needed?
Medical reports showing the disability and need for accommodations. Documents must be recent, clear, and in English (or officially translated).
When to apply?
Apply as early as possible (typically 2-3 months before your test date). Some requests are approved in about a week, while others can take up to 7 weeks. Late approvals may not be available on test day.
After approval
You will receive an SSD eligibility code. Use this code during SAT registration to select your approved accommodations. Accommodations cannot be added or changed on exam day.
The SAT accommodation request deadlines are given below.
| Exam Date | Accommodation Request Deadline |
|---|---|
| May 2, 2026 | |
| June 6, 2026 | April 17, 2026 |
What if I missed the accommodation request deadline?
Submit your request as early as possible. If accommodations are approved less than 14 days before the test, they may not be available on exam day. If a decision is delayed, any approved accommodations can still be used for future tests.
SAT Test Dates 2026
Below is the calendar for the current testing year of the SAT exam:
| SAT Test Date | Registration Deadline | Late Registration and Change Deadline(Cancel Test, Test Center Change) |
|---|---|---|
| May 2, 2026 | April 17, 2026 | April 21, 2026 |
| June 6, 2026 | May 22, 2026 | May 26, 2026 |
Change deadline: Deadline up to which you can change your test center or cancel your test for a refund.
Can I change my SAT test date or center after registration?
You can only change your test center before the change deadline and with a fee of USD $34 (approx. 3,141 INR). Once registered, you cannot transfer your test to another date; you will have to cancel and book again. Cancelling within the change deadline will cost USD $34, while cancelling by 9 PM IST on the Thursday before the test date (very late) will cost USD $44 (approx. 4,065 INR).
SAT Test Centers in India
There are a total of 162 SAT test centers in India, located in major cities like Mumbai, Bangalore, and Delhi, as well as tier-2 cities like Indore. Below is a list of some of them:
| City | SAT Test Center |
|---|---|
| Mumbai | Aditya Birla World Academy, |
| Ahmedabad | Ahmedabad International School, Judges Bungalow Road, Opp. Rajpath Row Houses, Bodakdev |
| Kanpur | Allenhouse Public School, Khalasi, 10 - 441 Khalasi Lines, Gate No.1 |
| Kolkata | Assembly of God Church School, 125 -1 Park Street |
| Hyderabad | Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad, Survey No. 1 by 1, Hardware Park, Maheshwaram Mandal, RR District |
| Chennai | Alphabet International School, 3 MGR Salai Palavakkam |
| New Delhi | All India Institute of Local Self Government, 22-23 D Block Pankha Road, Janakapuri Institutional Area |
SAT registration is completed online through the College Board website. Candidates should carefully track exam dates, deadlines, fees, and test center availability to avoid last-minute issues. Early registration and proper document preparation can help ensure a smooth registration process.
FAQs
Ques. How long does it take to receive SAT scores after the exam?
Ans. SAT scores are usually released online within 2-3 weeks after the test date.
Ques. Is the SAT conducted in a computer-based or paper-based format?
Ans. The SAT is conducted in a digital (computer-based) format at designated test centers.
Ques. What happens if I miss the SAT exam on the test day?
Ans. If you miss the exam, the registration fee will not be refunded, and you will need to register again for a new date.
*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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