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The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is one of the most widely recognized English proficiency tests globally, opening doors to international education, immigration, and career opportunities. For test-takers in India, understanding the complete fee structure is crucial for effective planning and budgeting.

In this guide, we will cover: current IELTS exam fees for 2026 across all test types, city-wise pricing, payment methods, cancellation and rescheduling charges, rechecking fees, and additional TRF costs.

IELTS Exam Fee in India

Test TypeFee (INR)
IELTS on ComputerINR 19,000
IELTS on PaperINR 19,000
IELTS for UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI)INR 19,250
IELTS on Computer for UKVIINR 19,250
IELTS Life Skills (A1)INR 18,000
IELTS Life Skills (B1)INR 18,000
One Skill RetakeINR 12,650

IELTS Exam Fees: City-Wise List in India

India’s major cities offer a wide range of IELTS test centers, all charging the same standard fee. Here are some of these cities:

CityIELTS Exam Fees
IELTS exam fee in HyderabadINR 19,000
IELTS exam fee in DelhiINR 19,000
IELTS exam fee in BangaloreINR 19,000
IELTS exam fee in ChennaiINR 19,000
IELTS exam fee in MumbaiINR 19,000
IELTS exam fee in PunjabINR 19,000
IELTS exam fee in PuneINR 19,000
IELTS exam fee in KeralaINR 19,000
IELTS exam fee in KolkataINR 19,000
IELTS exam fee in AhmedabadINR 19,000

Payment Modes For IELTS Exam Fees in India

Online Payment:

  • Digital Payments: You can conveniently pay your IELTS fees online using net banking or credit/debit cards (Visa or Mastercard). 
     

Offline Payment:

  • Bank Deposit: For offline registration, you can pay by depositing funds into a designated bank account.

    • Deposit Slip: Download a bank deposit slip from the official IDP India website or obtain one from a nearby IDP branch.
    • Demand Draft: Submit an IELTS Demand Draft along with the deposit slip. Alternatively, you can directly pay via a Demand Draft payable to “IDP EDUCATION INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED” in New Delhi.
    • Approved Banks: Ensure the Demand Draft is issued by a bank approved by IDP. The list of approved banks is available on the official IDP India website.

Cancellation fee for IELTS exam

IELTS on Paper & IELTS on Computer:

  • 14 days or more before the test: Rs. 4,500 administrative fee, plus a refund of the remaining balance (approx. Rs. 13,500)
  • Less than 14 days before the test: No refund

IELTS for UKVI:

  • 9 days or more before the test: Rs. 4,500 administrative fee, plus a refund of the remaining balance (approx. Rs. 13,750)
  • Less than 9 days before the test: No refund

IELTS Life Skills:

  • 9 days or more before the test: Rs. 4,250 administrative fee, plus a refund of the remaining balance
  • Less than 9 days before the test: No refund

IELTS One Skill Retake:

  • 72 hours or more before the test: Cancellation possible with supporting evidence of serious medical condition, bereavement, trauma, or military service. Refund of Rs. 8,475
  • Less than 72 hours before the test: No cancellation or refund
  • Failure to attend the test: No refund

Rescheduling fee for IELTS exam 

The table below provides the rescheduling or transfer fee for IELTS exam:

Test TypeFee (INR)
IELTS on Computer for UKVIINR 4,500
IELTS on ComputerINR 4,500
IELTS Life Skills (A1)INR 4,250
IELTS Life Skills (B1)INR 4,250
IELTS for UK Visas and ImmigrationINR 4,500
IELTS on PaperINR 4,500
One Skill RetakeINR 3,300

Rechecking fee for IELTS exam

The table below provides the rechecking fee or Enquiry on Results fee for the IELTS exam:

Test TypeFee (INR)
IELTS on Computer for UKVIINR 14,400
IELTS on ComputerINR 14,250
IELTS Life Skills (A1)INR 13,500
IELTS Life Skills (B1)INR 13,500
IELTS for UK Visas and ImmigrationINR 13,500
IELTS on PaperINR 14,250
One Skill RetakeINR 9,450

IELTS Additional Test Report Form (ATRF) Fees

  • Free ATRFs: You can send your IELTS results to up to five institutions for free.
  • Paid ATRFs: For each additional institution beyond five, you’ll need to pay a fee of Rs. 300.
  • Daily Limit: You can add a maximum of five institutions per day. To add more, wait 24 hours and log back into your candidate account.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good IELTS Score?

An IELTS score of 6.5-7.0 is considered a good score. It signifies the candidate’s level of competency in the English language.

No, anyone aged 16 or above can appear for the exam, irrespective of gender, nationality and educational background.

There are no restrictions on the number of attempts, as students can appear for the IELTS exams as often as they want.

The total test duration is approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. It consists of four sections: Listening (30 minutes), Reading (60 minutes), Writing (60 minutes), and Speaking (11-14 minutes). 

The IELTS uses a band scoring system from 0 to 9, with each band representing a different level of English language competence. 

IELTS scores remain valid for 2 years from the test date across all exam types including Academic and General Training.

Missing any section results in no overall band score; you must complete all four sections to receive valid results and scores.

Both British and American English spellings, vocabulary, and grammar are accepted; examiners assess communication effectiveness, not regional preference.

Yes, Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking scores are averaged equally; the overall band is rounded to the nearest half or whole band.

Results are typically available 3-5 days after computer-delivered tests and 13 days after paper-based tests through your online account and physical Test Report Form.

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