IELTS Exam Dates 2023 – Check Yearly Exam Calendar

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IELTS Exam Dates

IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is considered the prominent English language proficiency exam undertaken by those planning to work or study abroad in an English-speaking country. There are two types of IELTS, i.e. IELTS General and IELTS Academic and are slightly different in their structure and pattern. Further, the IELTS exam pattern comprises four sections, namely, Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. If you are planning to register for a slot for this exam, it is important to familiarise yourself with the available dates on which you can take IELTS. This blog brings you a detailed list of IELTS exam dates available across India.

Exam type Paper-based or Computer-delivered
Conducted in4 times a month
Toral Dates Available in one calendar year48 (fixed) [As per British Council]
Academic Version Availability48 dates
General Training Version Availability 24 dates
IELTS Test Convenient DaysSaturdays and Sundays 
Total IELTS Centres in India 84
Announcement of ResultsAfter 13 days of the test

IELTS Exam Dates 2023

The latest dates for the upcoming IELTS exam are given below:

IELTS Exam Dates in January 2023

DateExam Type
7 January 2023Academic and General Training
14 January 2023Academic Only
19 January 2023Academic and General Training
28 January 2023Academic Only

IELTS Exam Dates in February 2023

DateExam Type
4 February 2023Academic Only
11 February 2023Academic and General Training
16 February 2023Academic
25 February 2023Academic and General Training

IELTS Exam Dates in March 2023

DateExam Type
2 March 2023Academic Only
11 March 2023Academic and General Training
18 March 2023Academic Only
25 March 2023Academic and General Training

IELTS Exam Dates in April 2023

DateExam Type
1 April 2023Academic and General Training
15 April 2023Academic Only
20 April 2023Academic Only
29 April 2023Academic and General Training

IELTS Exam Dates in May 2023

DateExam Type
6 May 2023Academic Only
11 May 2023Academic and General Training
20 May 2023Academic Only
27 May 2023Academic and General Training

IELTS Exam Dates in June 2023

DateExam Type
3 June 2023Academic Only
10 June 2023Academic and General Training
15 June 2023Academic Only
24 June 2023Academic and General Training

IELTS Exam Dates in July 2023

DateExam Type
6 July 2023Academic Only
15 July 2023Academic Only
22 July 2023Academic and General Training
29 July 2023Academic and General Training

IELTS Exam Dates in August 2023

DateExam Type
5 August 2023Academic Only
10 August 2023Academic and General Training
19 August 2023Academic Only
26 August 2023Academic and General Training

IELTS Exam Dates in September 2023

DateExam Type
2 September 2023Academic Only
9 September 2023Academic and General Training
14 September 2023Academic Only
23 September 2023Academic and General Training

IELTS Exam Dates in October 2023

DateExam Type
7 October 2023Academic and General Training
12 October 2023Academic Only
21 October 2023Academic Only
28 October 2023Academic and General Training

IELTS Exam Dates in November 2023

DateExam Type
4 November 2023Academic Only
9 November 2023Academic and General Training
18 November 2023Academic Only
25 November 2023Academic and General Training

IELTS Exam Dates in December 2023

DateExam Type
2 December 2023Academic and General Training
7 December 2023Academic Only
9 December 2023Academic Only
16 December 2023Academic and General Training

IELTS Slot Booking

To check the IELTS exam dates available for the upcoming months, you must go through the websites of the IELTS-affiliated institutions in India such as the British Council. You will find a list of available dates for IELTS slot booking and you can select the right date as per your convenience and preparation plan. Here are the key steps you can follow to find IELTS Exam Dates on the website of the British Council:

  • Visit the official website of the British Council and select the “take an exam” option at the top of the page.
  • Select “Take IELTS with British Council” and then scroll down to the option of “test date, fees and location”.
  • You will be redirected to a page listing the different IELTS exam dates for the upcoming months, click on “apply now” in front of the suitable date and location and book your slot.

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Exam Dates for Prominent Centers

The tables below depict the Exam Dates for Prominent Centers:

Amritsar

Test DatesTest Type
19 Jan 2023Academic
21 Jan 2023Academic
28 Jan 2023Academic
04 Feb 2023Academic

Delhi

Test DatesTest Type
19 Jan 2023Academic
21 Jan 2023Academic
28 Jan 2023Academic
04 Feb 2023Academic

Chennai

Test DatesTest Type
19 Jan 2023Academic
21 Jan 2023Academic
28 Jan 2023Academic
04 Feb 2023Academic

Lucknow

Test DatesTest Type
19 Jan 2023Academic
21 Jan 2023Academic
28 Jan 2023Academic
04 Feb 2023Academic

How to Reschedule the Dates for IELTS Exam?

You can only reschedule your IELTS test if the exam date is at least 15 days from the date on which you are applying for rescheduling. For 34 days and above, you can reschedule IELTS Exam without stating any reason.

IELTS Test Center Instructions

While appearing for the IELTS Exam, you must follow the instructions:

  • Switch off your mobile phone and any other electronic devices. You will be asked to place all of your personal belongings outside the test room.
  • Watches are not allowed in the test room. Every test room will have a clock on the wall.
  • There are no breaks between each section of the test.
  • Make sure you are prepared and have something to eat and drink beforehand. You will not be allowed to take food into the test room. You will only be allowed to take a drink in a transparent bottle.
  • When you get your test papers, read the instructions on the cover page first before writing anything.

IELTS Test Center Rules

  • Do not talk to or disturb other candidates once the test has started.
  • Do not lend anything to, or borrow anything from, another candidate during the test.
  • Do not eat or smoke in the test room.
  • Do not leave the test room without the permission of the invigilator.
  • Do not leave your seat until all test materials have been collected and you have
  • been told you can leave.
  • Do not engage in any form of malpractice which may damage the integrity and
  • security of the IELTS test. Malpractice can be termed as:
    • attempting to cheat in any way
    • helping another student to cheat
    • impersonating another student or having another student
  • impersonate you
    • copying the work of another student
    • disrupting the test in any way
    • reproducing any part of the test in any medium
    • attempting to alter the data on the Test Report Form

IELTS Result

IELTS Test Results are declared 13 days after the test was taken. You can access IELTS scorecards online as well as offline. IELTS score validity is for 2 years.

FAQs

What level is 6.5 in IELTS?


IELTS score is distributed in various bands. Level 6.5 denotes B2 grade in CEFR level. You can get a full insight into IELTS banding by reading our blog on Different IELTS Bands.

Which IELTS is for Canada PR?

IELTS General is the preferred test to obtain Canadian PR. It is essential to know that IELTS Academic score won’t be applicable for applying for immigration. 

What is the syllabus of IELTS?

Generally, IELTS covers four modules which include Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing. To know more about it in further detail, read our comprehensive blog on IELTS Syllabus.

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We hope this blog has helped you with a comprehensive understanding of IELTS exam dates. To achieve a targetted score, a decisive strategy in IELTS preparation plays an essential role. Sign up for online demo session with our experts at Leverage Edu and we will help you devise the right preparation plan as well as equip you with the best study material and exam tips to help you in achieving a higher band score in IELTS.

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