IELTS Exam Dates 2023 – Check Latest IELTS Test Dates & Top Locations in India!

IELTS, or International English Language Testing System, is a popular English language proficiency test students write to pursue an international degree. IELTS is accepted in almost all universities and colleges in the UK, U.S., Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. IELTS exam is mainly conducted to measure the ability of the test-takers’ communication skills in the four basic English language skills like speaking, listening, reading and writing.

IDP India conducts IELTS exams every year. You can book the test for computer based or paper-based exam. The IELTS exam dates are allocated on a first-come first-serve basis. It’s best to book the test centers and exam dates beforehand to avoid any delay. Check out the IELTS exam dates 2023 released by IDP IELTS and choose your slots as per your requirements and convenience.

IELTS Exam Dates: Availability of Slots

IELTS exam dates are available up to four times a month making a total of 48 fixed test dates in one year. The IELTS exam dates are available for Academic and General Training module in different dates. The IELTS Academic version is available for all 48 IELTS exam dates and the General Training version is available on 24 dates.

In order to make it convenient for students, the tests are conducted on saturdays and thursdays. While the reading, writing, and listening tests take place on the test date, the speaking test usually takes place a few days before or after.

Where Do We Find IELTS Exam Dates 2023?

Earlier both IDP IELTS and British Council used to conduct the IELTS test across India, however, now only IDP IELTS organizes the test. You can either visit their website to book the test or check the IELTS exam dates to select the most convenient date.

Let’s take a look at the available IELTS exam dates for 2023.

January 

Test Type	Date
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 7 January 2023
Academic only	Saturday, 14 January 2023
Academic and General Training	Thursday, 19 January 2023
Academic only	Saturday, 28 January 2023

February

Test Type	Date
Academic only	Saturday, 4 February 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 11 February 2023
Academic only	Thursday, 16 February 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 25 February 2023

Make sure you book the exam slots in advance to the test day!

March

Test Type	Date
Academic only	Thursday, 2 March 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 11 March 2023
Academic only	Saturday, 18 March 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 25 March 2023

April

Test Type	Date
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 1 April 2023
Academic only	Saturday, 15 April 2023
Academic only	Thursday, 20 April 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 29 April 2023

May 

Test Type	Date
Academic only	Saturday, 6 May 2023
Academic and General Training	Thursday, 11 May 2023
Academic only	Saturday, 20 May 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 27 May 2023

June 

Test Type	Date
Academic only	Saturday, 3 June 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 10 June 2023
Academic only	Thursday, 15 June 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 24 June 2023

July 

Test Type	Date
Academic only	Thursday, 6 July 2023
Academic only	Saturday, 15 July 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 22 July 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 29 July 2023

August 

Test Type	Date
Academic only	Saturday, 5 August 2023
Academic and General Training	Thursday, 10 August 2023
Academic only	Saturday, 19 August 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 26 August 2023

September 

Test Type	Date
Academic only	Saturday, 2 September 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 9 September 2023
Academic only	Thursday, 14 September 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 23 September 2023

October 

Test Type	Date
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 7 October 2023
Academic only	Thursday, 12 October 2023
Academic only	Saturday, 21 October 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 28 October 2023

November 

Test Type	Date
Academic only	Saturday, 4 November 2023
Academic and General Training	Thursday, 9 November 2023
Academic only	Saturday, 18 November 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 25 November 2023

December 

Test Type	Date
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 2 December 2023
Academic only	Thursday, 7 December 2023
Academic only	Saturday, 9 December 2023
Academic and General Training	Saturday, 16 December 2023

Also read: Book IELTS Slot In 2023: IELTS Slot Booking Process Online & Offline

IELTS Test Centres in India 2023

IDP IELTS has exam centres all over India. The centres are spread across 78 locations in 75 cities. You should book the test in the nearest location considering your travel on the exam day. With so many locations, you would find it easy to find a test centre near your residential place.

Check available test centres by IDP IELTS and book the test right now!

Ahmedabad	Calicut	Gurdaspur	Karnal
Ambala	Chandigarh	Gurgaon	Kapurthala
Amritsar	Chengannur	Guwahati	Kannur
Anand	Chennai	Hoshiarpur	Khanna
Angamaly	Coimbatore	Hyderabad	Kochi
Bangalore	Dehradun	Indore	Kolkata
Barnala	Faridkot	Jagraon	Kollam
Bathinda	Firozpur	Jaipur	Kothamangalam
Bhopal	Gandhinagar	Jalandhar	Kottayam
Bhubaneshwar	Goa	Jammu	Kurukshetra
Lucknow	Ludhiana	Madurai	Mangalore
Mehsana	Moga	Mumbai	Nadiad
Nagpur	Nasik	Navi Mumbai	Navsari
Nawanshahr	New Delhi	Noida	Patiala
Patna	Pune	Raipur	Rajkot
Raikot	Ranchi	Rudrapur	Sangrur
Siliguri	Sri Ganganagar	Sri Muktsar Sahib	Surat
Thane	Tiruchirapalli	Tirupati	Thrissur
Trivandrum	Vadodara	Vapi	Vijaywada
Visakhapatnam

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Steps to Register for IELTS Exam Dates 2023

Students can appear for the IELTS test as many times as they wish. However, they must register each time with a fee of ₹15,500. One can register for IELTS exams either online or offline. To register in person, you need to go to the nearest IDP IELTS centre and book your slot.

Online Registration

Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you register for the IELTS exam dates using the online process:

• Visit the official website of IDP IELTS official website (​​https://www.ieltsidpindia.com/) and choose the ‘Register for IELTS’ option.
• Select the preferred test – computer-delivered IELTS/ paper-based (IELTS, IELTS for UKVI or Life Skills). 
• Book the test type/module – Academic or General Training for IELTS, IELTS for UKVI, A1 and B1 for Life Skills (be extremely careful while choosing the module you wish to take).
• Choose the nearest test centre location, dates of IELTS exam and time slot according to your preference and convenience.
• Provide personal and academic details on the required application page. 
• Review the entered details before proceeding with payments. 
• Book the test by paying the registration fee. You can print the acknowledgement slip for future reference. The payment can be made either through a credit card or debit card. 

How do I Reschedule/Transfer the IELTS Exam Dates?

To reschedule or transfer your IELTS exam dates, follow these steps:

• Log in to your account on the IELTS IDP India website. You can reschedule your IELTS exam dates only if the test date is at least 15 days from the date you are applying for transfer. For 34 days or more, you can reschedule without stating any reason.
• Select your reason for rescheduling/transfer. 
• Upload relevant supporting documents such as a medical certificate, death/cremation certificate or letter from a doctor, police FIR, and passport renewal receipt or receipt from the immigration department
• Once submitted, check for the acknowledgement. 
• Your new date will be confirmed within 3 days. If your request is not accepted, you will be informed via email and SMS.
• Once your request is verified, you will be able to book the test dates and location.

Things to Keep in Mind While Registering for IELTS

IELTS registration is one of the most crucial steps that must be done accurately. Any error in the registration process can potentially lead to the cancellation of the online application. Here are some important points that students need to remember while registering for IELTS tests:

• Make sure to have a valid passport. It is compulsory to upload a scanned copy of the passport while registering for IELTS tests. Moreover, students need to display their passports to gain access to the test centres on the days of the IELTS exam.
• One should provide authentic and correct information while filling up an online application form. Any discrepancy in provided information can lead to complications in the future.
• It is recommended to register for IELTS tests at least three months beforehand. This will enable students to get the desired dates and time slots.
• Students have to pay a registration fee of ₹15,500 at the time of the online form application. For online registration, candidates must pay the fees through net banking, debit card or credit card payments.

Once you register, the next step is preparation.

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Test Cancellation and Refund Policy

If you cannot sit for the test on the selected IELTS exam dates, you have the option to cancel the test. A candidate can apply for cancellation only if the test date is at least 15 days from the date on which you are applying for cancellation. 

If the IELTS exam dates are between 15-34 days or in case of payment through offline channels, the candidate can make a request for cancellation by providing supporting documents. After cancellation is approved, the refund will be processed within 8-10 business days after deducting administrative charges.

Is There An IELTS Test Cancellation Charge?

• If you cancel the IELTS exam five weeks before the test date, you will receive a refund excluding a 25% administrative fee.
• If you cancel the IELTS exam within less than five weeks before the test day, you won’t receive the refund.
• In case you fail to appear for the test, you won’t receive any refund.

While cancelling the test, if you produce a medical certificate within 5 days of the test date, you’ll receive a refund after deducting the 25% administrative fee.

How Much Does It Cost To Reschedule IELTS exam?

If you want to reschedule your test date, then you can request a day transfer five weeks before your original test date after deducting your cancellation fee.

Make sure the new test date is within three months of the original test date. For transfer of the test date, candidates need to pay an administrative charge of INR 3,300 inclusive of all taxes.

After you book the test or reschedule it, it’s best to start your preparation early for better results. Go for professional coaching for a well-planned preparation.

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