What is the importance of TOEFL and GRE?

Question

I am bachelor in technology student from India. I would like to pursue higher education subject to my selection based on merit, i.e scholarship. I know there are many criteria, among which getting good grades in proficiency exams like TOEFL and GRE are most sought after. I came across a article on optional requirement of such exam in some of the US universities. So my questions are 1. Are these exams universal, i.e. followed in every country? 2. Does this depend on what Higher education you want to take? 3. If it is mandatory, when is the peak time to start for this type proficiency exams(P.S. I am currently in 5th sem)?

Answer 1

I came across a article on optional requirement of such exam in some of the US universities. So my questions are 1. Are these exams universal, i.e. followed in every country?

No. Each school has its admission requirements. Contact each school directly and ask if they need the TOEFL and the GRE, or any other tests, essay, interviews, etc.

2. Does this depend on what Higher education you want to take?

All levels has admission requirements. Contact the school to find out exactly what you need to submit.

3. If it is mandatory, when is the peak time to start for this type proficiency exams(P.S. I am currently in 5th sem)?

not sure what you mean by this