The International English Language Testing System, or IELTS, is an exam for study abroad aspirants conducted multiple times a year. By knowing about the IELTS dates in advance, a strong preparation methodology can be followed by an aspirant. This article shares the complete IELTS exam dates schedule and IELTS test centre locations across India.
The IELTS exam is an English language proficiency test taken by individuals willing to study abroad or work abroad.
Applicants who appear for the IELTS exam with the intention of studying abroad are expected to attempt the IELTS Academic exam. Hence, the requisite IELTS Academic exam dates are what you should be interested in as a student.
Each year, 12 computer-based IELTS Tests are conducted in India. For an easier, faster test experience, IELTS Computer-based test is now available in every major city. Further, the students can get results for the test within 3-5 days.
Perks of Giving IELTS on Computer
IELTS testing on a computer gives you the convenience of taking exactly the same IELTS test, Academic, and General Training, using a computer. Computer-based IELTS includes content, structure, timing, and fairness. If you prefer to write, you can take the Listening, Reading, and Writing tests on a computer; the speaking test would remain the same as face-to-face with a certified IELTS examiner.
Knowing the available test dates and centres near your location can help you prepare in advance. This allows the students to estimate and prepare their IELTS study plan. One can do booking for IELTS exam at a test location near their house to avoid the hassles of late arrival, stay, and others. Let’s check the available test dates to apply for IELTS in 2023-2024.
Here is the month-wise breakdown for the IELTS Exam test dates in India for 2023-2024:
IELTS Exam Dates for December 2023
The most recent available IELTS exam dates are 2 December 2023 for IELTS Academic and General Training and 7 December 2023 for IELTS Academic only.
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IELTS Test Date |
IELTS Test Type |
|---|---|
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Saturday, 2 December 2023 |
Academic and General Training |
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Thursday, 7 December 2023 |
Academic only |
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Saturday, 9 December 2023 |
Academic only |
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Saturday, 16 December 2023 |
Academic and General Training |
IELTS Exam Dates for January 2024
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IELTS Test Date |
IELTS Test Type |
|---|---|
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Saturday, 6 January 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
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Saturday, 13 January 2024 |
Academic only |
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Thursday, 18 January 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
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Saturday, 27 January 2024 |
Academic only |
IELTS Exam Dates for February 2024
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IELTS Test Date |
IELTS Test Type |
|---|---|
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Thursday, 29 February 2024 |
Academic only |
IELTS Exam Dates for March 2024
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IELTS Test Date |
IELTS Test Type |
|---|---|
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Friday, 9 March 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
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Saturday, 16 March 2024 |
Academic only |
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Saturday, 23 March 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
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Saturday, 30 March 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
IELTS Exam Dates for April 2024
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IELTS Test Date |
IELTS Test Type |
|---|---|
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Saturday, 13 April 2024 |
Academic only |
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Thursday, 18 April 2024 |
Academic only |
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Saturday, 27 April 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
IELTS Exam Dates for May 2024
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IELTS Test Date |
IELTS Test Type |
|---|---|
|
Saturday, 4 May 2024 |
Academic only |
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Thursday, 9 May 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
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Saturday, 18 May 2024 |
Academic only |
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Saturday, 25 May 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
IELTS Exam Dates for June 2024
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IELTS Test Date |
IELTS Test Type |
|---|---|
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Saturday, 1 June 2024 |
Academic only |
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Saturday, 8 June 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
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Thursday, 13 June 2024 |
Academic only |
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Saturday, 22 June 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
IELTS Exam Dates for July 2024
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IELTS Test Date |
IELTS Test Type |
|---|---|
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Thursday, 4 July 2024 |
Academic only |
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Saturday, 13 July 2024 |
Academic only |
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Saturday, 20 July 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
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Saturday, 27 July 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
IELTS Exam Dates for August 2024
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IELTS Test Date |
IELTS Test Type |
|---|---|
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Saturday, 3 August 2024 |
Academic only |
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Thursday, 8 August 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
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Saturday, 17 August 2024 |
Academic only |
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Saturday, 24 August 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
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Saturday, 31 August 2024 |
Academic only |
IELTS Exam Dates for September 2024
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IELTS Test Date |
IELTS Test Type |
|---|---|
|
Saturday, 7 September 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
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Thursday, 12 September 2024 |
Academic only |
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Saturday, 21 September 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
IELTS Exam Dates for October 2024
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IELTS Test Date |
IELTS Test Type |
|---|---|
|
Saturday, 5 October 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
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Thursday, 10 October 2024 |
Academic only |
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Saturday, 19 October 2024 |
Academic only |
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Saturday, 26 October 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
IELTS Exam Dates for November 2024
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IELTS Test Date |
IELTS Test Type |
|---|---|
|
Saturday, 2 November 2024 |
Academic only |
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Thursday, 7 November 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
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Saturday, 16 November 2024 |
Academic only |
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Saturday, 23 November 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
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Saturday, 30 November 2024 |
Academic and General Training |
Now you know the IELTS available dates. Check the available dates for IELTS exam and book your IELTS slot in advance at your convenience to get the desired IELTS centre. Next, let’s explore the IELTS test centres in India.
How to Prepare for IELTS at Home?
Where are the IELTS Test Centers Located in India?
The IELTS exam is conducted across 78 locations in India. Depending on where you stay, choose a suitable IELTS exam location. Given are a few common IELTS test centre locations in India to choose from.
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CENTER LOCATION |
ADDRESS |
CONTACT NUMBER |
|---|---|---|
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Mumbai, Maharashtra |
IDP: 3rd Floor, Opposite Churchgate Railway Station, Express Building, Churchgate, Mumbai |
+91 2244118888 |
|
Kolkata, West Bengal |
IDP: The Regency, 4th Floor, 6 Picasso Bithi Sarani (Hungerford Street), Kolkata |
+91 3344118888 |
|
Chandigarh |
IDP: SCO 149-150, 2nd Floor, Sector 9-C, Madhya Marg, Chandigarh |
+91 1724411888 |
|
Ahmedabad, Gujarat |
IDP: 1st Floor, Madhav Complex, Hotel President Lane, Off CG Road, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad |
+91 7944118888 |
|
Bengaluru, Karnataka |
IDP: No 8, Excellency Building, 1st Floor, Papanna Street, Off St Mark's Road, Bangalore |
+91 8044118888 |
|
Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
IDP: 1st Floor, KPR Tower, New No 2/1 Subba Rao Avenue, 1st Street, College Road, Opposite Good Shepherd School, Nungambakkam |
+91 4433018888 |
|
New Delhi |
IDP: 610-616, 6th Floor, International Trade Tower, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi, India |
+91-11-44118888 |
|
Pune, Maharashtra |
IDP: Ground Dnyanesh Complex CTS No. 1179, 3, Modern Engineering College Rd, Shivajinagar, Pune, Maharashtra 411005, India |
0120-4569000 / 0120-6684353 |
|
Jaipur, Rajasthan |
IDP: 610-616, 6th Floor, International Trade Tower, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi, India |
1800 102 4544 |
|
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh |
IDP: 2-A, Sushanpura, Nagar Nigam Market, Lalbagh, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001, India |
0120-4569000 / 0120-6684353 |
|
Dehradun, Uttarakhand |
IDP: 610-616, 6th Floor, International Trade Tower, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi, India |
1800 102 4544 |
|
Patiala, Punjab |
IDP: 610-616, 6th Floor, International Trade Tower, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi, India |
1800 102 4544 |
|
Amritsar, Punjab |
IDP: SCO- 28, First Floor, Taneja Towers, D.S.C, Ranjit Avenue, Block B, Amritsar, Punjab |
+91-183-502023 - 20240 |
|
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh |
IDP: 610-616, 6th Floor, International Trade Tower, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi, India |
Tel: 1800 102 4544 |
|
Kozhikode, Kerala |
IDP: 610-616, 6th Floor, International Trade Tower, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi, India |
1800 102 4544 |
|
Telangana, Hyderabad |
IDP: 3rd Floor North Wing Challa Chambers, Kapadia Lane, Raj Bhavan Rd, Somajiguda, Hyderabad, Telangana 500082, India |
+91-40-4411888 |
|
Andhra Pradesh |
IDP: Second Floor Naga’s Hafeez Plaza 40-1, 62, MG Rd, beside Srikara Hospital, Benz Circle, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh 520010, India |
+91 866 2454888 |
|
Coimbatore |
1055/7, First Floor, Avanashi Road, Gowtham Centre, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India |
1800 102 4544 |
|
Vadodara, Gujarat |
205 "Ocean" 2nd floor, Opp Vadodara Central Mall, Dr. Sarabhai Road, Nr Genda Circle, Vadodara, Gujarat, India |
1800 102 4544 |
|
Rajkot, Gujarat |
610-616, 6th Floor, International Trade Tower, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi, India |
1800 102 4544 |
|
Surat, Gujarat |
Dumas Road 209-210, 2nd Floor, International Business Centre, Piplod, Surat, Gujarat 395007, India |
+91 0261 4411888 |
|
Ambala, Haryana |
610-616, 6th Floor, International Trade Tower, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi, India |
1800 102 4544 |
|
Karnal, Haryana |
610-616, 6th Floor, International Trade Tower, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi, India |
1800 102 4544 |
|
Kottayam, Kerala |
610-616, 6th Floor, International Trade Tower, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi, India |
1800 102 4544 |
|
Thrissur, Kerala |
610-616, 6th Floor, International Trade Tower, Nehru Place, New Delhi, Delhi, India |
1800 102 4544 |
|
Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra |
Express Building, 3rd Floor, Churchgate, Opp. Churchgate Railway Station,, Churchgate, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400020, India |
022 4411 8888 |
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Jalandhar, Punjab |
SCO- 39, Ladowali Road, Jalandhar- 144001. Opposite DC Office, Jalandhar, Punjab, India |
+91 181 4411888 |
At the IELTS test centre, designated staff are present to help differently abled candidates with the following arrangements:
- Braille Papers
- Special Listening CDs in the listening test
- Lip-reading version in the Speaking test
- Braille speaking task cards or enlarged print
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NOTE In case any candidate is physically challenged, she/he needs to inform the staff at the time of registration for the examination or two months prior so that the authorities can create requirements as per the situation of the candidates. |
Achieving a good score in the IELTS exam will mark your entry into a top university or college of your choice. Therefore, prepare for IELTS systematically at home, practice various questions daily, and prioritise qualifying for the exam on your first attempt.
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