IDP IELTS Test Dates & Calendar for 2023
IELTS Exam Dates
Every year, millions of students worldwide take the IELTS exam, which serves as a gateway to some of the best colleges in the world. IELTS test dates are accessible all year long, so students can take the exam whenever they're prepared. A two- to three-month timeframe is required to study for the IELTS test and perform well on it. Students can also take advice regarding the exam's format from institutions and specialists, which will speed up their ability to achieve high marks.
Booking IELTS test dates is simple; a student only needs to pay a certain registration cost to the IDP through one of several online or offline payment methods. Well, just to let you know, The British Council has stopped administering IELTS exams in India as of July 25, 2022. However, IDP will administer all IELTS exams in India. On July 25, IDP started accepting reservations for IELTS computer or paper tests.
IELTS Exams are accessible all year round, and students can select the IELTS Exam dates that work best for them.The Academic and General Training IELTS exams have their own time slots, and the IELTS Academic test has its own set of exclusive dates. Students now have the freedom to select a test date when they feel at ease taking the exam. All the authenticated IELTS websites offer IELTS test dates for 2023, allowing students to select their preferred date.
Despite the fact that IELTS test dates are offered all over the world, students should always reserve the exam dates well in advance to avoid last-minute headaches. There are times when students cannot reserve exam dates even a month in advance of the date of their choice, which can seriously affect the preparation and their plans. Since computer-based tests are given three times a day, seven days a week, excluding public holidays, there is a broader range of times to choose from. IELTS test takers can expect their results in two to three days, which helps them plan their next steps.
Dates for the paper-based IELTS Exams are available four times every month, and students are free to select a date that works best for them. This means that students have 48 days in a year to take the paper-based test. Since the Academic test is offered on all dates, there is a difference in the dates for Academic and General Training. General Training is additionally accessible on a small number of dates.
Let us talk about the IELTS test dates month-wise -
JANUARY
DATES | ACADEMIC | GENERAL TRAINING |
7th January | Yes | Yes |
14th January | Yes | No |
19th January | Yes | Yes |
28th January | Yes | No |
FEBRUARY
DATES | ACADEMIC | GENERAL TRAINING |
4th February | Yes | No |
11th February | Yes | Yes |
16th February | Yes | No |
25th February | Yes | Yes |
MARCH
DATES | ACADEMIC | GENERAL TRAINING |
2nd March | Yes | No |
11th March | Yes | Yes |
18th March | Yes | No |
25th March | Yes | Yes |
APRIL
DATES | ACADEMIC | GENERAL TRAINING |
1st April | Yes | Yes |
15th April | Yes | No |
20th April | Yes | No |
29th April | Yes | Yes |
MAY
DATES | ACADEMIC | GENERAL TRAINING |
6th May | Yes | No |
11th May | Yes | Yes |
20th May | Yes | No |
27th May | Yes | Yes |
JUNE
DATES | ACADEMIC | GENERAL TRAINING |
3rd June | Yes | No |
10th June | Yes | Yes |
15th June | Yes | No |
24th June | Yes | Yes |
JULY
DATES | ACADEMIC | GENERAL TRAINING |
6th July | Yes | No |
15th July | Yes | No |
22nd July | Yes | Yes |
29th July | Yes | Yes |
AUGUST
DATES | ACADEMIC | GENERAL TRAINING |
5th August | Yes | No |
10th August | Yes | Yes |
19th August | Yes | No |
26th August | Yes | Yes |
SEPTEMBER
DATES | ACADEMIC | GENERAL TRAINING |
2nd September | Yes | No |
9th September | Yes | Yes |
14th September | Yes | No |
23rd September | Yes | Yes |
OCTOBER
DATES | ACADEMIC | GENERAL TRAINING |
7th October | Yes | Yes |
12th October | Yes | No |
21st October | Yes | No |
28th October | Yes | Yes |
NOVEMBER
DATES | ACADEMIC | GENERAL TRAINING |
4th November | Yes | No |
9th November | Yes | Yes |
18th November | Yes | No |
25th November | Yes | Yes |
DECEMBER
DATES | ACADEMIC | GENERAL TRAINING |
2nd December | Yes | Yes |
7th December | Yes | No |
8th December | Yes | No |
9th December | Yes | No |
16th December | Yes | Yes |
Adding further, the speaking module of an IELTS exam takes place either one week before or after the listening, writing, and reading module's test date. All 4 modules can also take place on the same day on some occassions.
Well, you must follow the following instructions on the test day -
- Turn off your mobile device.
- There are no breaks during the 2 hours and 40 minutes that make up the test.
- It is not allowed to eat or drink in the test room.
- Bring the ID proof you have provided during the registration process, as other IDs won't be recognized.
- A picture will be taken before the exam.
- Inside the test room, just a pen, a pencil, an eraser, and identification are permitted.
- Raise your hand while remaining seated if you need assistance during the test.
Study and Settle Overseas
IELTS band requirement differ for migration and study permit. They also vary from country to country.
Australia
6.0+ Band
7.0+ Band
Canada
6.0+ Band
7.0+ Band

usa
6.0+ Band
7.0+ Band
uk
6.0+ Band
7.0+ Band
Date and Frequency
IELTS test dates are offered upto 4 times in a month making a total of 48 fixed dates in one calender year. The availability of IELTS dates in India may differ for Academic and General IELTS.
Center and Admit Card
The IELTS Exam is offered across more than 50 locations across India. There is no admit card provided for IELTS examination.
Result
IELTS Exam results are released 10 calendar days after the test for the paper based exam and 5-7 calendar days for the computer based test. The Candidate will receive only ONE original Test Report form (TRF).
Score Reporting
A candidate may request up to 5 additional TRFs to be sent to the receiving institutions (universities, professional bodies, etc) within 1 month of taking the IELTS test. TRFs sent by courier will be sent via DHL and students will be charged accordingly. If the receiving institution accepts electronic submission of scores then that can be arranged through the IDP IELTS office free of charge.
Score Validity
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