IELTS British Council Exam

IELTS General

Choose IELTS General Training if your goal is to study below degree level, apply for work, or migrate to an English-speaking country. This test assesses everyday English skills needed for social and workplace settings.

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IELTS Academic

Choose IELTS Academic if you plan to study at a university or college, either at the undergraduate or postgraduate level, anywhere in the world. This test measures whether you are ready for academic learning in an English-speaking environment.

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How You Take the Test ?

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Computer Based Test

  • You type your answers on a computer.

  • Reading and Writing are completed on screen.

  • Listening has no extra 10 minutes; you get only 2 minutes to check answers.

  • More test dates and time slots

  • Smaller rooms with fewer candidates

  • Computer-Based: Results in 1–3 days

  • Speaking, face-to-face with a certified IELTS examiner.

Paper Based Test

  • You write your answers on paper using a pencil.

  • Reading and Writing are done manually on answer sheets.

  • Listening uses a paper answer sheet with 10 extra minutes to transfer answers.

  • Fewer test dates each month

  • Larger test rooms with many candidates

  • Paper-Based: Results in 13 days

  • Speaking, face-to-face with a certified IELTS examiner.

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Which IELTS Test Should I Take?

Not sure which IELTS test is right for you? We’re here to guide you!

IELTS offers different test types depending on your goals—whether you're planning to study abroad, secure a job, migrate, or simply measure your English proficiency. The right choice depends on what you want to achieve.

Before booking your exam, always confirm with the institution or organization you are applying to.

A close-up of hands completing an IELTS registration form with a pen.
A close-up of hands completing an IELTS registration form with a pen.
IELTS Academic Training

Choose IELTS Academic if you plan to study at a university or college, either at the undergraduate or postgraduate level, anywhere in the world. This test measures whether you are ready for academic learning in an English-speaking environment.

Choose IELTS General Training if your goal is to study below degree level, apply for work, or migrate to an English-speaking country. This test assesses everyday English skills needed for social and workplace settings.

IELTS General Training
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