IELTS Registration

IELTS exam is a language test that enables students to get admission to universities abroad. Students and job seekers both take the IELTS exam. The exam tests an applicant’s ability to converse in the English language. It is conducted in two formats. One is the Academic Test for students planning to take admission at the universities, while there is a General Training Test for job seekers. Both the exams have millions of applicants worldwide who plan to move to an English-speaking country for future opportunities. IELTS registration dates are out, and like every other year, millions of students and job seekers will take the exam.

An applicant has to be in a good score band to get admission into the universities or jobs.

IELTS Registration 2023

IELTS test registration is a simple process and can be done by visiting the official website. Students registering for IELTS need to keep few things in mind, viz. the distance of the test center from their residence, available dates, etc. There are approximately 48 IELTS exam 2023 registration dates. On average, there are four dates each month wherein an aspirant can take the exam. IELTS registration should be done at the earliest in peak months of July and August when most of the students take the exam. So booking an early slot for the exam will help you save time and energy.

Creating IELTS Registration Account

One should understand “how to apply for IELTS” before moving forward with the IELTS registration process since the details mentioned in the application form will be verified.
Step-by-step instruction for creating the registration account:

Go to the official IELTS website.
Click on “Registration for Test”.
Choose the Preferred Test, Test type, and Test Date available for the nearest test location.
Fill in the personal details.
Upload the passport copies in the required format.
Choose the institutions where you wish to send your scorecard.
Review all the information.
Pay the fee in the specified modes of payment.
Take a printout of the acknowledgment receipt.

Please take note of the IELTS registration number provided on the acknowledgment receipt.

How to apply for the IELTS exam 2023 in online mode?

Most applicants seek the online method of IELTS exam registration since it is hassle-free and can be done at any time of the week. Visit British Council’s official website and go to the registration page. Registration for IELTS requires filling in the details, uploading the required documents, and then paying the fee of INR 15,500. One can pay the fee by Net banking, Credit Card/ Debit Card.

IELTS Offline Registration 2023

IELTS registration can be done offline by visiting the British Council’s office or IDP India office. An applicant has to download the form, take the printout and then fill the form. The IELTS test registration form has to be submitted at the office with the fee of INR 15,500. The payment can be made through Credit Card/ Debit Card, ICICI Bank deposit slip, or Demand Draft. The offline registration is provided by the exam conducting bodies for students facing issues with the online applications. There can be some issues with the online process while filling the online form, e.g., documents not getting accepted or payment-related issues.
With the availability of both online and offline methods of application, students can choose the appropriate way in case of any issues with the application process. There is another advantage of the offline mode, and it is the instant confirmation of the registration. One can also ask any doubt right there with the concerned authorities at the office.

Registration for IELTS Indicator

IELTS conducting bodies have expanded the scope of the exam by providing an option of taking the test from the comfort of Home. The new platform is known as IELTS Indicator, which enables students to take the test from home in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. IELTS exam registration is done in the same manner as that of usual IELTS registration, with the only difference is that the IELTS indicator has fewer countries and universities accepting the scores. For instance, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand aren’t accepting the score of the IELTS indicator for migration and higher studies.
Certain universities are not accepting the IELTS Indicator scores. So, it’s advised to confirm with the university before registering for IELTS on the new platform. However, there is no change in the exam format.

Ask a Question

Click Here

Admissions Tools

Admit Predictor SOP Review Estimate Future Earnings University Compare Grade Converter

Check Your Abroad Education Loan Eligibility

Click Here

Other Exams

GRE TOEFL SAT PTE ACT

Frequently Asked Questions

Can we reschedule the Speaking test date in the IELTS exam registration?

No. There is no provision for rescheduling the Speaking test date. Since the dates are system generated, applicants have to take the test on their date. However, the test dates can be changed for the rest of the tests.

Is the IELTS test at home option different from the one conducted at the test center?

There is some difference in terms of countries and universities accepting the score. Countries like Canada, New Zealand, and Australia aren’t accepting IELTS indicator scores. So it's better to check with the university beforehand since there is a substantial fee and effort is involved in the test. However, the IELTS test registration process is the same.

How are IELTS registration dates affected amid the COVID-19 pandemic?

The dates haven’t seen any changes since the option of taking the test from home is provided by the exam conducting bodies. There are four dates per month, so a student can take the exam by choosing a suitable date from the list of dates available.

When the test dates have opened and when will it end for the calendar year 2023?

The IELTS exam registration started in the month of January and will end in the month of December. The test dates began on 7th January, and the last available test date is 16th December. An applicant can choose a date at his convenience and take the test any number of times on the available dates in a year.