SAT registration opens for 2026-27 cycle; first test on August 22

SAT scores are accepted by over 4,000 universities and institutions globally and form a key component of admissions processes for students seeking undergraduate education abroad, particularly in the United States, Canada, and other English-medium higher education systems.

Speaking on the announcement, Meenakshi Kachroo Chatta, Senior Director and Regional Head, South and Central Asia at College Board, said the digital SAT continues to offer greater flexibility and a testing experience aligned with how students learn today. She encouraged students to plan early, use official preparation resources, and approach the test with confidence.

The SAT is administered entirely in digital format through the Bluebook app. Students who do not have access to a device can avail of the College Board Device Lending Program by submitting a request at least 30 days before their chosen test date.

For students from low-income backgrounds in India, College Board also offers fee support initiatives aimed at reducing financial barriers to testing access.

On the preparation front, students can access free official SAT prep through Khan Academy, peer-to-peer tutoring through Schoolhouse. world, and full-length digital practice tests through the Bluebook app, all at no cost.

Students can visit the official College Board website at cb.org for information on registration, test centre locations, deadlines, and preparation resources.