IDP IELTS Exam Dates 2023
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a widely accepted English language proficiency test for non-native English speakers. IELTS is conducted by IDP in India throughout the year. The computer-based IELTS is available throughout the month with multiple slots every day. On the other hand, the IELTS paper test is available four times a month (mostly on any Thursday or Saturday), leading to a fixed set of 48 test dates in a single year.
Latest Update: IELTS exam fee is increased from INR 15,550 to INR 16,750 (w.e.f April 1, 2023)
IELTS exam dates 2023 for paper-based test
If you are planning to appear for IELTS in 2023, tabulated below is the schedule for IELTS paper-based test throughout the year for academic as well as general training. Know what exactly are the differences between IELTS academic and general training tests before booking your test dates.
IELTS exam dates for January 2023
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Test Dates |
Test Type |
|---|---|
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Saturday, 7 January 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
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Saturday, 14 January 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Thursday, 19 January 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
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Saturday, 28 January 2023 |
Academic Test |
IELTS exam dates for February 2023
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Test Dates |
Test Type |
|---|---|
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Saturday, 4 February 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 11 February 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
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Thursday, 16 February 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 25 February 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
IELTS exam dates for March 2023
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Test Dates |
Test Type |
|---|---|
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Thursday, 2 March 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 11 March 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
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Saturday, 18 March 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 25 March 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
IELTS exam dates for April 2023
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Test Dates |
Test Type |
|---|---|
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Saturday, 1 April 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
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Saturday, 15 April 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Thursday, 20 April 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 29 April 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
IELTS exam dates for May 2023
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Test Dates |
Test Type |
|---|---|
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Saturday, 6 May 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Thursday, 11 May 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
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Saturday, 20 May 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 27 May 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
IELTS exam dates for June 2023
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Test Dates |
Test Type |
|---|---|
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Saturday, 3 June 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 10 June 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
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Thursday, 15 June 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 24 June 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
IELTS exam dates for July 2023
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Test Dates |
Test Type |
|---|---|
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Thursday, 6 July 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 15 July 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 22 July 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
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Saturday, 29 July 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
IELTS exam dates for August 2023
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Test Dates |
Test Type |
|---|---|
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Saturday, 5 August 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Thursday, 10 August 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
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Saturday, 19 August 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 26 August 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
IELTS exam dates for September 2023
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Test Dates |
Test Type |
|---|---|
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Saturday, 2 September 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 9 September 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
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Thursday, 14 September 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 23 September 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
IELTS exam dates for October 2023
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Test Dates |
Test Type |
|---|---|
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Saturday, 7 October 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
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Thursday, 12 October 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 21 October 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 28 October 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
IELTS exam dates for November 2023
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Test Dates |
Test Type |
|---|---|
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Saturday, 4 November 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Thursday, 9 November 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
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Saturday, 18 November 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 25 November 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
IELTS exam dates for December 2023
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Test Dates |
Test Type |
|---|---|
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Saturday, 2 December 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
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Thursday, 7 December 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Thursday, 8 December 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 9 December 2023 |
Academic Test |
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Saturday, 16 December 2023 |
Academic and General Training Test |
IELTS exam dates 2023 for computer based test
As mentioned earlier, IELTS delivered on computer can be taken any day of the month and has 3 time slots in general (this can change depending on the test center sometimes)
- Slot 1: 09:00 am to 12:00 am
- Slot 2: 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm
- Slot 3: 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm
It is important to book your IELTS test date well in advance to ensure availability and to give yourself enough time to prepare for the test. The demand for IELTS tests can be high, especially during peak testing periods, so it is advisable to book your test date at least 2-3 months in advance. Get yourself acquainted with the IELTS syllabus and pattern before you Start your online IELTS preparation today with video lessons followed by practice questions and mock tests with personalised feedback for thorough preparation.
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