IELTS

INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE TESTING SYSTEM

Exam Date: 01 Dec - 31 Dec 2026 (Tentative)

Pen & Paper Mode, Computer Based Test

Exam Date: 01 Dec - 31 Dec 2026

IELTS Basic Information

  • Application Fee:₹ 14,000
  • Examination Modes:Pen & Paper Mode, Computer Based Test

IELTS 2027: Registration, Exam Dates, Pattern & Fee

Updated On - October 16 2026 by Abhinandan Singh

IELTS 2027 or International English Language Testing System is conducted worldwide to test the English language of the candidate who wants to study or work in a country where English is the communication language. IELTS score is accepted by more than 10,000 organizations (universities, immigration departments, government agencies, professional bodies, and multinational companies) worldwide. IELTS is jointly owned by the British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia, and Cambridge Assessment English. This exam is held 04 times a month (Saturdays and Thursdays) via Paper-based and Computer-based modes. Read the whole article to know more about IELTS exam 2027.
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IELTS 2027 Latest Update as on 16 October 2026

Checked on 16 October 2026

IELTS 2027 in India is being conducted by IDP in computer-delivered mode with face-to-face Speaking, and registration is open on a rolling basis about 3-4 months ahead, so students should book their preferred test slot on the official website as dates appear.

Key highlights
ExamIELTS 2027
StatusIELTS on Paper was officially phased out in India in August 2026.
Next expectedRegistration for upcoming 2027 slots is expected to continue opening on a rolling basis about 3-4 months before each test date.
Official websiteieltsidpindia.com
Last verified16 October 2026

IELTS 2027 is currently being administered in India by IDP in a computer-delivered format, with Writing on Paper available as a hybrid option and Speaking still face-to-face with a human examiner. The official body has already phased out IELTS on Paper in India, and registration is open on a rolling basis, usually 3-4 months before each test date. As of today, the fee for available sessions remains ₹19,000, while the final fee for all 2027 months is still not fully confirmed. Students should keep checking ieltsidpindia.com for newly released slots and book early because availability is released gradually rather than all at once.

✓ Official
  • IELTS on Paper was officially phased out in India in August 2026.
  • All 2027 test sessions in India are conducted in a computer-delivered format.
  • A hybrid Writing on Paper option is available alongside the standard computer-based test.
  • Speaking tests continue to be conducted face-to-face with a human examiner.
  • Registration for 2027 dates is available on a rolling basis, typically 3-4 months in advance.
  • Official fees for all 2027 months are yet to be finalized; the current fee remains ₹19,000.
◷ Expected based on previous-year pattern — not official
  • Registration for upcoming 2027 slots is expected to continue opening on a rolling basis about 3-4 months before each test date.
  • More city-wise test dates are expected to be listed gradually on the official portal as the year progresses.
  • The current ₹19,000 fee is expected to remain until the official body revises the 2027 fee schedule.
  • Candidates can expect face-to-face Speaking appointments to be offered around the selected test date, as per standard IELTS delivery.
  • If the pattern continues, new 2027 availability is likely to be added month by month rather than in one full-year release.

Major Changes This Year

No major new official change has been announced beyond the ongoing computer-delivered format, the continued writing-on-paper option, and face-to-face Speaking; fee finalisation for future 2027 months is still pending, so only the current ₹19,000 rate is available now.

No major change has been officially announced yet for IELTS 2027 beyond the established India delivery pattern. The confirmed updates are the phase-out of IELTS on Paper, continued computer-delivered testing, the option of Writing on Paper, and face-to-face Speaking with an examiner. Fee finalisation for all 2027 months is still pending, so the current ₹19,000 charge should be treated as the present rate only. Any further changes in dates, test-city availability, or pricing remain tentative until IDP publishes them on the official portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the latest update on IELTS 2027 in India?

IELTS 2027 is being offered by IDP in computer-delivered mode, with Writing on Paper available and face-to-face Speaking continuing; registrations are released on a rolling basis about 3-4 months ahead.

Is IELTS on Paper still available for 2027?

No. IELTS on Paper was officially phased out in India in August 2026.

How are IELTS 2027 Speaking tests conducted?

Speaking tests continue to be conducted face-to-face with a human examiner.

When will IELTS 2027 registration open?

Registration is already available on a rolling basis, and new dates are typically released around 3-4 months before the test date.

What is the IELTS 2027 fee?

The current fee remains ₹19,000, but the official fee for all 2027 months has not yet been finalized.

Is Writing on Paper available in IELTS 2027?

Yes, a hybrid Writing on Paper option is available alongside the standard computer-based test.

Where should students check IELTS 2027 dates and slots?

Students should check the official IDP website regularly, as dates are released gradually and can change by city and month.

 

Latest Updates

  • IELTS 2027 exam dates are yet to be released, by the conducting authority.

 

IELTS December 2022 exam dates
25 Feb, 2023Academic and General Training
02 Mar, 2023Academic only
11 Mar, 2023Academic and general training 
18 Mar, 2023Academic only
25 Mar, 2023Academic and General Training

 

IELTS September 2023 Tentative exam dates
3 September 2023Academic and General Training
10 September 2023Academic only
15 September 2023Academic only
24 September 2023Academic and General Training

 

IELTS October 2023 Tentative exam dates
8 October 2023Academic and General Training
13 October 2023Academic only
22 October 2023Academic only
29 October 2023Academic and General Training

 

IELTS November 2023 Tentative exam dates
5 November 2023Academic and General Training
10 November2023Academic and General Training
19 November 2023Academic and General Training
26 November 2023Academic only 

 

IELTS December 2023 Tentative exam dates
3 Decemeber 2023Academic and General Training
8 Decemeber 2023Academic only
10 Decemeber 2023Academic only
17 Decemeber 2023Academic and General Training

ILETS 2023 Registration 

The candidates who are seeking to apply for ILETS 2023 can get here ways to book for the same:

  • Applicants can register themselves online on the official website of the British Council.
  • The candidate must make sure to enter the number of an identity document (passport or national identity card) and attach a clear colour photocopy or scanned copy of it to the application
    form.
  • The proof of identity must be valid at the time of registration and the same is to be carried on the test date.
  • The details entered while booking must be complete and authentic in all sense.
  • The name and date of birth must match the Identification Document presented at the test location.
  • After booking an email will be sent which will have details of the start time of test and the venue address, Speaking test date and access codes to the free online preparation courses.

NOTE - Details of the test will be sent to the candidates 48 hours prior to the test date on the registered email address and mobile number.

ILETS 2023 Registration Fee

The candidates can check underneath IELTS 2027 Booking Fee (for Indians)

IELTS Booking Ammount
Test Type Fee
Paper-based and Computer-delivered IELTS (Academic and General Training)Rs 14,000
IELTS for UK Visas and Immigration (Academic and General Training)Rs 15,050
IELTS Life Skills (A1 and B1)Rs 13,940
Mode of Payment - Online via Debit or Credit Card

ILETS 2023 Test Format

There are two types of IELTS test: Academic and General Training. Here we have described the two:

  • IELTS Academic - is for people who want to go for higher education or professional registration in an English-speaking environment. 
  •  IELTS General Training test - is for those who are going to English speaking countries for secondary education, work experience or training programs. It is also needed if a candidate wants to migrate to Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK. The test focuses on basic survival skills in broad social and workplace contexts.
  • Listening and Speaking are the same for both tests, but the subject matter of the Reading and Writing sections differs depending on which test you take.
IELTS Exam Pattern 
Mode of Exam

Paper or Computer-based test

Sections

04 sections 

  • Listening (30 minutes)
  • Reading (60 minutes)
  • Writing (60 minutes) 
  • Speaking (11-14 minutes)
English Accents

A variety of English accents are used

Duration02 hours 45 minutes
Marks PenaltyExaminees will lose marks if he/she do not write at least 150 words and 250 words for Task 1 and 2 respectively.
Scoring Pattern9-band scoring system to measure and report test scores in a consistent manner.
  • The speaking test will be held either on the same day or 07 days before or two days after that, depending on local arrangements. This section is basically an interaction with a certified examiner.

Guidelines to be followed during ILETS Test

Those who will be appearing for the ILETS test will have to follow the below-given rules:

  • Applicants will be allowed to have a pencil, eraser, pen and ID only.
  • For any emergency during the test, like asking the question or going toilet, etc. aspirants need to put their hand up to attract the invigilator’s attention and don’t disturb other test takers.
  • For taking the Listening test, check that the recording is clearly audible. If any issue raises your hand silently and informs the same invigilator.
  • The examinee will be allowed to leave the room only with the invigilator's permission.

IELTS 2027 Test Locations in India

The candidates can take their IELTS exam in any of the following centres:

Computer-delivered Tests 
  • Ahmedabad
  • Amritsar
  • Bangalore
  • Baroda
  • Chandigarh
  • Chennai
  • Coimbatore
  • Delhi
  • Gurgaon
  • Hyderabad
  • Kochi
  • Mumbai
  • Pune
  • Surat
  • Vadodara
  • Vijayawada
Paper-based Tests
North India South India East IndiaWest India
AmbalaAngamalyBhubaneswar Ahmedabad
AmritsarBangaloreGuwahatiAnand
FaridkotCalicutKolkataBaroda
SangrurChennai SiliguriBhopal
RudrapurCoimbatore---------Goa
RaipurHyderabadMehsana
BathindaKannurMumbai
Chandigarh / ZirakpurKochiNagpur
DehradunKollamNavi Mumbai
DelhiKottayamNavsari
GurdaspurMaduraiPune
GurgaonMangaloreRajkot
HoshiarpurThiruvananthapuramSurat
JagraonThrissurThane
JaipurTrichy-------
JalandharVijayawada
KarnalVisakhapatnam.
Khanna----------
Lucknow 
Ludhiana
Moga
Nawanshahr
Noida
Patiala

IELTS 2027 Result

IELTS Results are issued by centres, usually 13 days after the paper-based test or 3–5 days for computer-delivered IELTS

  • The examinees can view their result via online mode in IELTS Account.
  • The Test Report Form will be issued in with the name as used on the identity document used at registration. 
  • British Council will not send the test report via offline mode individually to the examinees.
  • The Result may get cancelled if any irregularity will be found.
  • The result will be disclosed to the educational institutions, governments (including visa processing authorities), professional bodies and commercial organisations that recognise IELTS scores (“Recognising Organisations”) which will be nominated in the application or to which a candidate will apply, for the purpose of allowing those organisations to verify the result or to carry out any enquiries in relation to suspected malpractice.

IELTS 2027 Important Links

IELTS 2027 Highlights

The candidates can check important short details about ILETS Test below in the given table:

Exam Name IELTS or International English Language Testing System
Conducting Body British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia and Cambridge Assessment English
Level of examInternational level
Frequency04 times a month (Saturdays and Thursdays) 
ModePen-Paper or Computer-based
IELTS Official websitehttps://ieltsregistration.britishcouncil.org/

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IELTS Important Dates

TitleDates
Form Date17 Jul - 15 Nov 2022 (Tentative)
Exam Date01 Dec - 31 Dec 2026 (Tentative)

INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE TESTING SYSTEM Exam Pattern

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Form Start Date:

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Form End Date:

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