How much do IELTS Academic and TOEFL cost in India, and how long are the scores valid for?
In India, IELTS Academic costs around INR 19,000 and TOEFL around INR 16,900, as a rough guide. Both scores are typically valid for two years, although IELTS notes that an organisation can decide to accept results for longer. Fees vary by test centre, mode and extras.
As a rough guide, IELTS Academic costs around INR 19,000 in India and TOEFL around INR 16,900. Both scores are typically valid for two years. Fees are not fixed worldwide and vary by country, test centre, test mode and additional services.
Fee and validity guide
| Exam | Approx fee | Score validity |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Around INR 19,000 in India | 2 years (an organisation can accept results for longer) |
| TOEFL | Around INR 16,900 in India | 2 years |
| PTE Academic | Depends on location | 2 years |
| Duolingo English Test | Depends on location | 2 years |
Planning notes
- Treat the figures as a guide, not a final amount.
- IELTS publishes location-specific test calendars, so check dates for your city.
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