IELTS Exam Fees 2025
The IELTS registration process is very straightforward and can be done in a matter of minutes. Applicants can either choose to register at the test center or register online through the official website of IDP IELTS or British counsel. Let’s understand the registration process for both online and offline modes along with the payment modes available for each way of registering.
IELTS Test Fees
The IELTS exam fee is ₹18,000 for academic and General training tests. This price is inclusive of taxes and it can be paid either online or offline. The IELTS exam fee varies for other types of IELTS tests as outlined below.
Academic Test
₹18,000
For higher education and professional registration purposes.
General Training
₹18,000
For migration to English-speaking countries.
IELTS for UKVI
₹18,250
For UK visa and immigration purposes.
Complete Fee Structure
| Test Type | Fee (INR) | Format |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic Test | ₹18,000 | Paper or Computer |
| IELTS General Training Test | ₹17,000 | Paper or Computer |
| Computer-delivered IELTS | ₹18,000 | Computer |
| Computer-delivered IELTS for UKVI | ₹18,250 | Computer |
| Pen and paper-based IELTS | ₹18,000 | Paper |
| IELTS Life Skills (A1 and B1) | ₹17,000 | Paper |
| IELTS for UK Visas and Immigration | ₹18,250 | Paper or Computer |
- Requests must be made at least 9 days before the test date.
- Submit the original fee receipt with your cancellation request.
- Refunds are processed within 10–12 working days.
- A standard deduction fee will be applied to your refund.
| IELTS Test Type | Cancellation Charge | Refund Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-based | ₹4,500 | ₹13,500 |
| Computer-based | ₹4,500 | ₹13,500 |
| IELTS Life Skills | ₹4,000 | ₹12,000 |
| IELTS for UKVI | ₹4,550 | ₹13,700 |
| OSR (Retake) | ₹3,000 | ₹8,475 |
34+ Days Before Test
No supporting documents required. Standard transfer fee applies.
9–33 Days Before Test
Submit fee receipt. Higher transfer fee applies.
Less than 9 Days Before Test
No rescheduling allowed.
| IELTS Test Type | Transfer Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| Paper-based (Academic/General) | ₹4,500 |
| Computer-based (Academic/General) | ₹4,500 |
| IELTS Life Skills (A1 & B1) | ₹4,250 |
| IELTS for UKVI | ₹4,550 |
| OSR (Retake) | ₹3,000 |
How to Apply
Submit the EOR request form at your test center within 6 weeks of your test date.
| IELTS Test Type | EOR Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| Paper-based (Academic/General) | ₹4,500 |
| Computer-based (Academic/General) | ₹4,500 |
| IELTS Life Skills (A1 & B1) | ₹4,250 |
| IELTS for UKVI | ₹4,550 |
| OSR (Retake) | ₹3,000 |
How to Request
Submit the form at your center within 6 weeks of your test date.
| IELTS Test Type | Reporting Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| Paper-based (Academic/General) | ₹4,500 |
| Computer-based (Academic/General) | ₹4,500 |
| IELTS Life Skills (A1 & B1) | ₹4,250 |
| IELTS for UKVI | ₹4,550 |
| OSR (Retake) | ₹3,000 |
IELTS Payment Methods
Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card
Secure online payment via your bank or card.
Demand Draft
payable in New Delhi to: IDP EDUCATION INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
Bank Deposit
Use a customized slip from the IDP website or test centre.
IELTS Exam Fee Comparison
| Service | Academic | General | UKVI | Life Skills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Fee | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,250 | ₹17,000 |
| Cancellation Fee | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 |
| Rescheduling Fee | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 |
| Rechecking Fee | ₹12,750 | ₹12,750 | ₹12,900 | ₹12,000 |