IELTS Registration 2024: How to Register for the IELTS Exam?

For IELTS exam registration, you can choose between two primary options: Online and Offline. Both processes depend on the individual's convenience. To guide you through them, let’s break down all the information one by one in the sections below. 

Here's how you can apply for the IELTS exam.

IELTS Online Registration 2024

• You must log in to your account at the IDP IELTS India Website
• Click 'Register for IELTS' to create your IDP IELTS login.
• Choose your test format: computer-delivered IELTS or paper-based.
• Then, you can select the preferred test type/module (Academic or General Training) 
• Pick your preferred test location/city from available IELTS test centres in India.
• After completing the above steps, you'll see a list of available dates. Choose a desired date and time slot for the test.
• Complete your online application by providing the necessary information. To finalise your application, remember to upload a clear, scanned colour copy of your passport. 
• Make the payment for your application. 
• After successfully making the payment, you can download the acknowledgement receipt sent to your registered email or phone number.

IELTS Offline Registration 2024

IELTS offline registration is straightforward. You can register for the exam at any IDP branch or head office using one of the following methods.

Method 1

• Register online from the IDP office and pay the test fee for instant seat confirmation
• Provide a photocopy of your Passport (first and last page), including observation pages, if any
• Submit the signed Terms & Conditions document after reading it carefully
• Receive an immediate acknowledgement letter confirming your test seat

Method 2

• Complete the application form at the IDP office
• Sign the included Terms & Conditions document
• Attach a photocopy of your Passport (first and last page), including observation pages if applicable
   

Choose one of the payment options.

• Use a valid credit/debit/ATM card.
• Provide a Demand Draft to "IDP Education India Private Limited," payable at New Delhi, from an approved bank (listed in the Terms & Conditions).
• Deposit cash in an ICICI bank branch using a custom ICICI deposit slip, available for download from the IDP IELTS website or at any IDP branch/Input Node. Hand over the original customer copy of the customised ICICI deposit slip as proof of payment to the IDP branch/Input Node.

IELTS Registration: Other Methods

Registration via Courier (Pay with Demand Draft/ICICI Deposit/HDFC Deposit Slip)

• Obtain the application form from the IELTS IDP India website or your nearest IDP branch office/Input Node.
• Complete the application form.
• Sign the Terms & Conditions document after thorough review.
• Include a photocopy of your Passport (first and last page) and observation pages if applicable.
• Attach either a Demand Draft for the test fee (drawn in favour of "IDP Education India Private Limited," payable at New Delhi, from an approved bank listed in the provided Terms & Conditions document) or enclose the original customer copy of the ICICI deposit slip if depositing cash at a nearby ICICI bank branch or likewise for HDFC deposit slip.
• Send the filled application form, along with all required documents and the test fee, to the provided address-

IDP Education India Pvt. Ltd.

Global Gateway Towers, Tower-B,

5th Floor, Sikanderpur Ghosi,

Sector-26, M.G. Road,

Gurugram - 122002,

Haryana, India

The IELTS Exam Registration fee for both Academic and General Training remains the same. However, the fee slightly differs for the IELTS UKVI booking.

IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training Fee are as follows-

Documents Required for IELTS Exam Registration 2024

The IELTS Registration is simple because very few documents are required. You only need your passport. If you’re registering for the exam online, you must scan and upload the first and last pages of your passport. If registering offline, you must append a copy of the first and last page with your application. Also, attach the observation pages (if any).

The schedule for IELTS paper-based tests in 2024 is now available. Refer to the Exam dates table above. Secure your spot early and kickstart your preparation.
 

In this section, let us walk you through the step-by-step process of booking your slot for the IELTS exam 2024. 
 

• You must find the IELTS Test Centre in your preferred location. You can check out the authorised centres from our centre page. 
• Check available test dates at test centres; choose a date that allows ample preparation time.
• Fill out the online registration form on the official IELTS website, providing personal and identification details and selecting the test type (Academic or General Training).
• Make the ₹16,250 exam fee payment online using various payment methods like credit/debit cards or net banking.
• Upon successful registration and payment, receive a confirmation email/receipt with the test date, time, and venue details. Keep this information safe.
• Ensure you secure your preferred IELTS test date and location by booking your slot well in advance.
• Prepare for the exam using credible IELTS preparation materials and practice tests, and familiarise yourself with the test format and content for improved chances of success.

Additional Information:

• You must be at least 16 years old to be eligible for the IELTS exam.
• During registration, the information you provide must align with the details in your passport.
• You must bring your passports on the test day.
• When registering for the IELTS exam, you should have your debit/credit cards readily available.

Cancellation or Rescheduling IELTS Exam 2024

The IELTS cancellation policy states that if you cancel your IELTS application more than five weeks before the test date, you'll receive a refund with a 25% administrative fee deducted.
 

However, if you cancel less than five weeks before the test or fail to appear for it, no refund is provided. This includes cases where non-appearance is considered a cancellation. On the other hand, those who can provide a medical certificate within 5 days of the test date can receive a refund after local administrative costs are deducted. 

As for rescheduling, you can request a test date transfer at least five weeks before their original test date. Your new date must fall within three months of the initial one. This test date transfer has an administrative charge of ₹3,300, inclusive of all taxes.