IELTS Test Dates India - 2025

The IELTS test is available throughout the year, with up to 4 monthly test dates, totalling 48 fixed test dates annually. The availability of IELTS test dates in India may differ for the Academic and General Training modules. While the Academic version is available on all 48 dates, the General Training module is available on 24 dates. To provide flexibility and convenience to test takers, the majority of these tests are scheduled on Saturdays and Thursdays.

Please note that listening, reading, and writing tests will take place on the same day while the speaking tests will be conducted up to 7 days before and/or post the test date. Your nearest IELTS test location may not offer the same date as another IELTS test city location.

IELTS Test Fee

The Test fee for regular IELTS is 18,000. It differs for IELTS for UKVI and IELTS for Life Skills. The fee may be deposited via various modes of payment such as debit/credit card (Master or Visa), net banking, DD or bank deposit in ICICI/Allahabad bank branches via a customised deposit slip.

How to prepare for IELTS?

Prepare for the IELTS test by following these tips and tricks:

• Acquaint yourself with the test format to make it easier to plan your study.
• Practise as much as you can. The more you practise, the better you perform.
• Identify your weaknesses. While practising, you'll know where you lag behind. Once you identify this, you'll have a better direction for your study plan.
• Take live mock tests to familiarise yourself with the testing environment.