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Can I submit the APS application by October if I plan to take IELTS by November or December?

02 Sept 2026 · Answered by Mahalakshmi K · 1 min read
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Yes, you can submit your APS application by October even without taking your IELTS test yet. The Academic Evaluation Centre focuses strictly on verifying academic credentials and transcripts rather than English test scores. You can simply leave the language test section blank on your form, as language certificates are only.

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Planning to study in Germany requires careful coordination between your document verifications and language tests. You might wonder if you need to delay your paperwork until your English exam is finished.

APS and IELTS Requirements Overview

RequirementAPS Process
IELTS ScoreNot required
Academic TranscriptsMandatory
Application TimingOctober recommended

Important Next Steps

  • Leave language sections blank if untested
  • Submit your paperwork early to avoid backlogs
  • Match your test score release to university deadlines

My Advice

Apply for your APS certificate early in October to dodge heavy seasonal backlogs and secure your approval on time. Just ensure your November or December test dates give you official score reports well before your target university application deadlines.

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