IELTS Exam Dates in India 2024: All You Need to Know!

What is the IELTS exam?

The International English Language Test System (IELTS) is a standard assessment to determine the candidate’s level of proficiency in the English language.

The exam is accepted as proof of English fluency in several educational institutions and workplaces in countries like 

1. UK
2. USA
3. Canada
4. Australia
5. Ireland
6. New Zealand
7. France & others.

International students and working individuals take the assessment if they wish to pursue higher education or begin their careers abroad. The first step to attending the IELTS exam is to book your slot for the assessment.     

The total number of IELTS test dates offered annually in India typically ranges from 36 to 48. This equals about 3 to 4 paper-based test dates a month. The IELTS test centres offer slots on a first-come, first-serve basis. It is best to book the IELTS exam as early as possible. 

This ensures flexibility for test takers to schedule their exams throughout the year.    

Here's a breakdown of the typical format:

1. Up to 4 test dates are offered monthly.
2. The Academic module is available on all these dates.
3. The General Training module is usually offered on half the number of dates (around 24).

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Types of IELTS exam

Before proceeding to the IELTS exam dates, you need to choose which mode of exam suits you best. There are two types of IELTS exams.

• IELTS Academic
• IELTS General Training

Paper-based exam dates for the IELTS test in India 2024

IELTS exam dates in April 2024 (paper-based)

IELTS exam dates in May 2024 (paper-based)

IELTS exam dates in June 2024 (paper-based)

IELTS exam dates in July 2024 (paper-based)

IELTS exam dates in August 2024 (paper-based)

IELTS exam dates in September 2024 (paper-based)

IELTS exam date in October 2024 (paper-based)

IELTS exam date in November 2024 (paper-based)

IELTS exam date in December 2024 (paper-based)

Computer-delivered IELTS exam dates 2024

IELTS exam dates in Chennai

The IELTS exam dates in Chennai are available four days a month for the paper-based test. The computer-delivered IELTS exam in Chennai is available almost all days every month. You can book one of the three slots from the chosen date to attend the IELTS exam.

IELTS exam dates in Mumbai

Mumbai hosts a large number of candidates who take IELTS. Students can visit one of the city's three offices or contact them for any queries. Students can choose from the IELTS exam dates in Mumbai four days a month for paper-based exams or any day for the computer-delivered IELTS exam.

IELTS exam dates in Hyderabad

The capital city of Telangana has been witnessing a high number of international students showing interest in taking IELTS to study abroad. 

You can choose your most convenient location from Begumpet, Kukatpally, and Jubilee Hills in Hyderabad. Like other cities, you can choose one day from four days a month for the paper-based exam or any day from the IELTS exam dates in Hyderabad for computer-delivered tests.

IELTS exam dates in Jalandhar

The exam centre in Jalandhar is considered one of the most convenient environments for test takers. The IELTS paper-based exams are conducted four days a month and almost daily, excluding public holidays, with 1-3 slots for computer-delivered exams.

IELTS exam dates in Vijayawada

Vijayawada has a strategically located test centre for easy access and safety for test takers. The IELTS exam dates in Vijayawada are similar to other cities’ schedules: Four days a month for paper-based and nearly seven days a week for computer-delivered IELTS exams.

IELTS exam dates in Coimbatore

The IELTS exam dates in Coimbatore for paper-based assessments differ from other cities. The paper-based IELTS exam is conducted three days a month, whereas the computer-delivered format is conducted almost daily, excluding public holidays.

IELTS exam dates in Kochi

According to the schedule, you can attend the paper-based IELTS exam on one of the four days a month. The computer-delivered version is available nearly every day with 1-3 exam slots.

Computer-delivered IELTS centers available cities

For computer-delivered IELTS, you can book your exam dates in the following cities.

• Ahmedabad
• Amritsar
• Bathinda
• Bengaluru
• Bhubaneshwar
• Chandigarh
• Chennai
• Coimbatore
• Gurugram
• Hyderabad
• Jaipur
• Jalandhar
• Kochi
• Kolkata
• Lucknow
• Ludhiana
• Mumbai
• New Delhi
• Noida
• Pune
• Surat
• Thane
• Vadodara
• Vijayawada
• Visakhapatnam

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How to Find Your Exam Date and Register:

Steps to book IELTS exam dates and location

Here's how you can find the IELTS test dates in 2024 and book your preferred test centre:

• Visit the British Council official website or IDP IELTS India (Indian candidates) and click on “Register for IELTS”.
• Click on the find test date and select the month and city.
• You'll be redirected to the check test availability page of the IELTS section.
• Lastly, select your preferred test date and click apply.

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How to find the IELTS exam dates 2024?

In India, the IELTS Academic and General Training exams are conducted by IDP IELTS India across major cities. Hence, students can choose the city where they want to attend the test on their preferred date and time slot. 

You can select any dates mentioned above to take the test and book a slot on their official website.

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British Council exam dates 2024

The British Council is another body that conducts the IELTS exam in many countries. They conduct computer-delivered IELTS exams. If you want to take the paper-based mode, check out their official website and book the date and time slot of your choice.

What happens if you reschedule your exam dates?

While rescheduling or cancelling your exam dates via email or in person, you'll receive 25% of the administrative fee of the exam as a refund if you cancel five weeks before the stated exam date.

No refund is awarded if you are absent from the test or cancel after 5 weeks.

FAQs: IELTS exam dates 2024

When will the IELTS exam start in 2024?

The first IELTS exam started on 6 January 2024 (Saturday). There are 48 slots available for you to take the test in a year.

Is IELTS valid for 3 years?

No. The IELTS exam result is valid for 2 years from the exam date.

How much does an IELTS test cost in India?

The IELTS computer-delivered and paper-based test fees are Rs. 17,000. For the IELTS UKVI exam, the test fee is Rs.17,250.

What are the IELTS exam dates in Chennai?

Paper-based IELTS exam dates in Chennai 2024

Computer-delivered IELTS exam dates in Chennai 2024

What are the IELTS exam dates in Mumbai?

Paper-based IELTS exam dates in Mumbai 2024

Computer-delivered IELTS exam dates in Mumbai 2024

What are the IELTS exam dates in Hyderabad?

Paper-based IELTS exam dates in Hyderabad 2024

Computer-delivered IELTS exam dates in Hyderabad 2024

What are the IELTS exam dates in Jalandhar?

Paper-based IELTS exam dates in Jalandhar 2024

Computer-delivered IELTS exam dates in Jalandhar 2024

What are the IELTS exam dates in Vijayawada?

Paper-based IELTS exam dates in Vijayawada 2024

Computer-delivered IELTS exam dates in Vijayawada 2024

What are the IELTS exam dates in Coimbatore?

Paper-based IELTS exam dates in Coimbatore 2024

Computer-delivered IELTS exam dates in Coimbatore 2024

What are the IELTS exam dates in Kochi?

Paper-based IELTS exam dates in Kochi 2024

Computer-delivered IELTS exam dates in Kochi 2024

What are the IELTS exam dates in Ahmedabad?

Paper-based IELTS exam dates in Ahmedabad 2024

Computer-delivered IELTS exam dates in Ahmedabad 2024