What payment methods can I use to register for IELTS offline in India?
When registering for IELTS offline in India, you can pay by card directly at the registration centre for instant confirmation. If you are applying by post, payment must be made through a demand draft or an original bank deposit slip from ICICI or HDFC, included along with your form.
You have two ways to pay when registering for IELTS offline in India, and which one you use depends on whether you visit a centre in person or send your application by post. Both routes work, but the processing time for each is different.
Accepted Offline Payment Methods
| Registration Route | Accepted Payment Method |
|---|---|
| Visiting a Registration Centre | Card payment, confirmed on the spot |
| Applying by Post | Demand draft or an original ICICI or HDFC bank deposit slip |
What Else You Need to Submit
- A signed physical application form along with your Terms and Conditions acknowledgement
- A photocopy of your passport, including the pages with any observations
- Proof of payment attached to your posted documents so your seat can be verified and confirmed
My Advice
If you can, pay by card at a registration centre in person, since it confirms your seat immediately. A posted demand draft takes longer to clear, so only choose that route if visiting a centre is genuinely not possible for you.
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