IELTS Exam Dates & Test Centres 2025

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Roshan Sunthar

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10-06-2025

IELTS Exam Dates & Test Centres 2025

IELTS Exam Dates 2025 and test centres are given here. Paper-based academic tests are available 48 times, while paper-based general training tests are 24 times a year. For Computer-delivered, both AC & GT tests are conducted seven days a week, three times a day - morning, afternoon and evening throughout the year. Students can book the test date and timing at least one month prior, as the IELTS test centres in India follow first-come-first-serve. Month-wise, these IDP IELTS exam dates are available up to 4 times a month, usually held on every Thursday and Saturday.

In this post, you will get a complete list of IELTS exam dates, exam fees (in INR), test centres, and booking instructions. 

Below is the complete list of IELTS exam dates (IELTS Test Calendar) for your convenience.

IELTS Exam Dates 2025 - Complete List

Test Types

Exam Time

Saturday, 24 May 2025

Academic only

01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Saturday, 07 June 2025

Academic only

01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Saturday, 14 June 2025

Academic only

01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Saturday, 21 June 2025

Academic only

01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Saturday, 28 June 2025

Academic only

01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Saturday, 05 July 2025

Academic only

01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Saturday, 19 July 2025

Academic only

01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Saturday, 26 July 2025

Academic only

01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Saturday, 02 August 2025

Academic only

01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Thursday, 07 August 2025

Academic only

01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Saturday, 09 August 2025

Academic only

01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Table of Contents

IDP IELTS Exam Dates

IDP IELTS India is the sole institute to conduct the IELTS Computer-Based Exam. As per their official website,

  • IELTS Exam Dates on computer-delivered test: available 3 times a day, 7 days a week
  • IELTS Exam Dates on paper-based test: available 4 fixed dates in a month

Next comes the month-wise IELTS Exam Dates for paper-based, Academic and General Tests. As you have the freedom to choose your preferred test dates, select a suitable one and prepare yourself accordingly. It includes different test types and exam fees (in INR).

IELTS Exam Dates May 2025

The IELTS Exam Dates May 2025 is given here with more details. Students and experienced professionals can choose a suitable date for higher studies or work.

IELTS Exam Dates May 2025

Test Types Fees (INR)

24 May 2025

Academic only Rs. 17,000

Interestingly, working professionals prefer the IELTS Exam Dates May 2024 for obtaining a work visa.

IELTS Exam Dates June 2025

The IELTS Exam Dates June 2025 are made available for test-takers. It is applicable for pen and paper-based tests only.

IELTS Exam Dates June 2025

Test Types Fees (INR)
07 June 2025 Academic only Rs. 17,000

14 June 2025

Academic only Rs. 17,000

21 June 2025

Academic only Rs. 17,000

28 June 2025

Academic only Rs. 17,000

International students planning for September intake in universities, choose IELTS Exam Dates June 2025 and pursue their dream course.

IELTS Exam Dates July 2025

The IELTS Exam Dates July 2025 is given here for your reference. Please note that these dates are not applicable for computer-delivered tests.

IELTS Exam Dates July 2025

Test Types

Fees (INR)

05 July 2025

Academic only Rs. 17,000

19 July 2025

Academic only Rs. 17,000

26 July 2025

Academic and General Training

Rs. 17,000

Students who plan to join top universities in the US, Canada or UK must check the IELTS Exam Dates July 2025 on the IDP website.

IELTS Exam Dates August 2025

The IELTS Exam Dates August 2025 for aspirants are given here. They must realise that there are only two dates available for the IELTS General Training test.

IELTS Exam Dates August 2025

Test Types

Fees (INR)

02 August 2025

Academic only Rs. 17,000

07 August 2025

Academic only Rs. 17,000

09 August 2025

Academic only Rs. 17,000

If you’re planning for the IELTS General Training test in the last week of the IELTS Exam Dates August 2025, then book the seat at the earliest. Since it’s coming on a weekend, candidates may prefer that first.

City-wise IELTS exam dates and test centres in India

IDP India organises IELTS exams in its test centres across 78 major cities. Students can book their IELTS test at the closest IELTS registration centres. Check out the exam dates of those test centres from the below table.

IELTS exam dates in Ahmedabad

IELTS exam dates in Ambala

IELTS exam dates in Amritsar

IELTS exam dates in Anand

IELTS exam dates in Angamaly

IELTS exam dates in Bangalore

IELTS exam dates in Barnala

IELTS exam dates in Bathinda

IELTS exam dates in Bhopal

IELTS exam dates in Bhuvaneswar

IELTS exam dates in Calicut

IELTS exam dates in Chandigarh

IELTS exam dates in Chengannur

IELTS exam dates in Chennai

IELTS exam dates in Coimbatore

IELTS exam dates in Dehradun

IELTS exam dates in Faridkot

IELTS exam dates in Firozpur

IELTS exam dates in Gandhinagar IELTS exam dates in Goa
IELTS exam dates in Gurdaspur IELTS exam dates in Gurgaon

IELTS exam dates in Guwahati

IELTS exam dates in Hoshiarpur

IELTS exam dates in Hyderabad IELTS exam dates in Indore

IELTS exam dates in Jagraon

IELTS exam dates in Jaipur
IELTS exam dates in Jalandhar

IELTS exam dates in Jammu

IELTS exam dates in Kannur

IELTS exam dates in Kapurthala

IELTS exam dates in Karnal

IELTS exam dates in Khanna

IELTS exam dates in Kochi

IELTS exam dates in Kolkata
IELTS exam dates in Kollam

IELTS exam dates in Kothamangalam

IELTS exam dates in Kottayam

IELTS exam dates in Kurukshetra

IELTS exam dates in Lucknow

IELTS exam dates in Ludhiana

IELTS exam dates in Madurai

IELTS exam dates in Mangalore

IELTS exam dates in Mehsana

IELTS exam dates in Moga IELTS exam dates in Mumbai IELTS exam dates in Nadiad
IELTS exam dates in Nagpur IELTS exam dates in Nasik

IELTS exam dates in Navi Mumbai

IELTS exam dates in Navsari

IELTS exam dates in Nawanshahr

IELTS exam dates in New Delhi

IELTS exam dates in Noida IELTS exam dates in Patiala

IELTS exam dates in Patna

IELTS exam dates in Pune IELTS exam dates in Raipur

IELTS exam dates in Rajkot

IELTS exam dates in Raikot IELTS exam dates in Ranchi

IELTS exam dates in Rudrapur

IELTS exam dates in Sangrur
IELTS exam dates in Siliguri

IELTS exam dates in Sri Ganganagar

IELTS exam dates in Sri Muktsar Sahib

IELTS exam dates in Surat
IELTS exam dates in Thane IELTS exam dates in Thimphu

IELTS exam dates in Tiruchirappalli

IELTS exam dates in Tirupati
IELTS exam dates in Thrissur IELTS exam dates in Trivandrum IELTS exam dates in Vadodara IELTS exam dates in Vapi
IELTS exam dates in Vijayawada IELTS exam dates in Visakhapatnam    

Rules to be followed in an IELTS Test Centre

Test-takers must follow the rules prescribed in an IELTS test centre. It also includes extra features for candidates having special needs. They are as follows:

  • Do not carry electronic gadgets like mobile phones (even switched off), calculator, IPad, laptop etc.
  • Please keep your ID ready for inspection when entering the examination hall.
  • If you have any doubts, just raise your hand from your place. The nearest IELTS examiner will come and help you.
  • Lip-reading session of the listening test module
  • Large-sized print or braille speaking task cards
  • Braille papers for blind people
  • Special listening CD having the correct stops and pauses
  • Candidates with special requirements must visit the nearest IELTS test centre at least two months in advance and give their service request.

Is It Possible To Prepone The IELTS Exam Date?

No. It is not possible to prepone the IELTS exam date. Candidates applying for the IELTS exam with four modules: Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing, can postpone or cancel the test but not prepone the test date. Whether students are applying for an online application or in-person, IDP does not provide an option to prepone the test.

How to Book IELTS Exam Dates and Location?

Since the IELTS exam dates calendar is fixed for the entire year, there are three ways to book IELTS exam dates and locations. Let’s see them one by one.

  • To book the IDP dates, go to the official IDP Education website and click ‘Book Now’ from the ‘Register for IELTS’ drop down menu.
  • Here, select the test - computer-delivered IELTS/ paper-based IELTS (IELTS/ IELTS for UKVI or IELTS Life Skills).
  • Choose the test type/ module – IELTS Academic or IELTS General Training, IELTS for UKVI, A1 & B1 (Life Skills). 
  • Choose the test location/ city (from the IELTS test centres in India).
  • Choose the test date (weekdays or weekends) and time slot.  
  • Give necessary details like Date of birth, ID Type, ID number, etc., and a clear scanned copy of your passport.
  • Pay the IELTS test fee using Netbanking, Debit/Credit card (MasterCard/ VISA/ UPI) or Paytm. Finally, receive a confirmation mail to your registered email ID.
  • To do in-person, walk into the office of the IDP Education India Pvt Ltd with a valid photograph (just in case).
  • Do the fee payment, using demand draft or Allahabad bank / ICICI bank deposit challan slip. 
  • Once the payment is done, your application is submitted successfully.

IELTS Exam Centre Instructions

During IELTS exams, uncertainties are common, whether it’s conducted in a school, college or a university. To keep your IELTS test day positive, follow these instructions:

Make a checklist having:

  • Pen or HB-pencils, and erasers.
  • ID proof like passport/national identity as given in the IELTS Registration form.
  • No eatables are allowed. 
  • Drinking water in a transparent container or bottle is allowed inside the IELTS exam centre.
  • Mobile phones, smart watches, laptops and other electronic devices are not allowed.
  • Students must switch off their belongings and keep it in the designated area.
  • Women try to avoid wearing cape-like dresses for the exam. 

Conclusion

Since IDP IELTS Exam Dates 2025 for both Academic and General Training tests are conducted for the entire year, students aiming for the highest IELTS band scores need to choose their test dates in advance. On the other hand, the IELTS is required for Canada PR and other English-speaking countries, so they must keep that in mind too while selecting the dates. For specific information, visit our FAQs or contact us at your convenience. 

FAQs on IELTS Exam Dates

1. What is the date of the IELTS exam 2025?

IDP IELTS India organises the IELTS Computer-Based Exam throughout 2023. They are as follows:

IELTS Exam Dates March 2025

Test Types Fees (INR)

Thursday, 02 March 2023

Academic only Rs. 17,000

Saturday, 11 March 2023

Academic and General Training Rs. 17,000

Saturday, 18 March 2023

Academic only Rs. 17,000

Saturday, 25 March 2023

Academic and General Training Rs. 17,000

 

IELTS Exam Dates April 2023

Test Types Fees (INR)

Saturday, 01 April 2023

Academic and General Training

Rs. 17,000

Saturday, 15 April 2023

Academic only Rs. 17,000

Thursday, 20 April 2023

Academic only Rs. 17,000

Saturday, 29 April 2023

Academic and General Training

Rs. 17,000

2. When IELTS exam will start in India in 2025?

The IELTS exam for 2025 starts on January 13 in India for both Academic and General Training. Book your preferred date and time slot in advance.

3. How to find the IELTS Test Date 2025?

To find the IELTS Test Date 2025, you must check the dates mentioned above and select the most convenient one. It varies depending on IELTS Academic and IELTS General conducted by IDP IELTS India in all major cities of India.

4. What’s the effects of Covid-19 on the IELTS exam dates 2025?

Due to Covid-19 pandemic, the IELTS exam dates for 2025 haven't changed. However, face masks and hand sanitisation are mandatory for all candidates appearing for the IELTS test.

5. In which month IELTS exam is easy?

As per the test-takers feedback, the months of April, May, August and September are considered easy to take IELTS exams.

6. What is the IELTS Exam Rescheduling Date?

To reschedule an IELTS exam date, a candidate must mainly submit a request at least five (5) weeks prior to the actual test date. For the IDP IELTS exam rescheduling, the fee amount is INR 3,300, inclusive of all taxes. Since rescheduling an IELTS test involves certain administrative procedures, students need to pay the required fee. After paying the registration fee, the candidate has the flexibility to keep the new test date in the coming three months. Please note that this is different from retaking the IELTS test as per the IDP guidelines.

7. Can we take the IELTS test from home?

Yes. IDP allows students to take the IELTS test from home. Students opting for the IELTS test from home must choose it while registering for the exam.

8. How soon should one book the IELTS test?

Once students finalise their IELTS exam dates, they can book the test dates as early as possible. Since there are limited seats for each test, first-come-first-serve is preferred. 

9. What are the IELTS test dates?

Currently, the IELTS test dates for 2025 are given here. Test-takers must note down these exam dates organised by IDP, British Council (BC) and Cambridge. For applying, they must first do IELTS registration, select the test centre, and pay the exam fee. The test results for paper-based tests will be in 13 days (2 weeks). 

IELTS Exam Dates in January 2025

IELTS Exam Dates January 2025

Test Types Fees (INR)

Saturday, 07 January 2023

Academic and General Training

Rs. 17,000

Saturday, 14 January 2023

Academic only

Rs. 17,000

Thursday, 19 January 2023

Academic and General Training

Rs. 17,000

Saturday, 28 January 2023

Academic only

 

Rs. 17,000

Here, the IELTS exam fee in India may not be the same in other countries.

10. How can I apply for the IELTS exam 2025?

In the IDP India official website (www.ieltsidpindia.com) click “Register for IELTS”. Then select either Computer-delivered or paper-based tests. And select the test type - IELTS Academic or General Training for IELTS, IELTS for UKVI.

11. Which month is best for the IELTS exam?

Based on IELTS experts and toppers’ feedback March, April, May, September and December would be the best months in 2023 for the IELTS exam. 

12. What is the time slot for IELTS tests?

The time slot for IELTS tests is 1:00 - 4:00 PM (3 hours). The IELTS exam starts at 1:00 PM and ends at 4:00 PM. It includes Listening, Reading and Writing sections. For the Speaking section, you have 20 minutes. The Speaking test is conducted on the same day or 2 – 3 days before or after the Listening, Reading and Writing test.

13. Which day is best for the IELTS exam?

Millions of students prefer Friday for both IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training. Most aspirants choose that same day. Whereas, some take the General Training test on Thursday or Saturday.

14. How many times is the IELTS held in a year? 

Unlike TOEFL, the IELTS exam dates for IELTS Academic 48 days a year and IELTS General Training 24 days a year.

15. What are the IELTS exam dates in India for Canada?

IELTS exam dates 2025 in India for Canada are the same as for all other countries.  There are no specific dates scheduled country-wise by IDP or British Council. Similarly, the IELTS overall band calculator is the same for all countries.

About Author Roshan Sunthar

Roshan Sunthar is a study abroad expert as well as a renowned writer and author in international education. His academic excellence and 5+ years of work experience give him in-depth knowledge of international standardised exams and test preparation in IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, PTE, SAT, etc. The study materials he prepares incorporate exam-like questions. He’s also an expert in writing Statement of Purposes (SOPs) and Letter of Recommendations (LORs) for college admissions. He usually spends his leisure time watching English classics and documentaries, travelling, etc.

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