Planning to sit for an IELTS test? The 2025 schedule for the IELTS on paper tests has now been announced. Book ahead and get a head start on your preparation.
Whether it’s the IELTS Academic, General Training or UKVI test, you need time to prepare. IELTS experts typically recommend around 6-8 weeks’ preparation for the exam.
By booking ahead, you’re giving yourself the best chance of preparing and thus securing a higher band score. Scroll down and choose a date/time that suits you.
January test dates
Saturday, 4 January 2025, Academic and General Training
Saturday, 11 January 2025, Academic only
Thursday, 16 January 2025, Academic and General Training
Saturday, 25 January 2025, Academic only
February test dates
Saturday, 1 February 2025, Academic only
Thursday, 8 February 2025, Academic and General Training
Saturday, 13 February 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 22 February 2025, Academic and General Training
March test dates
Thursday, 6 March 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 8 March 2025, Academic and General Training
Saturday, 15 March 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 22 March 2025, Academic and General Training
April test dates
Saturday, 5 April 2025, Academic and General Training
Saturday, 12 April 2025, Academic only
Thursday, 24 April 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 26 April 2025, Academic and General Training
May test dates
Saturday, 3 May 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 3 May 2025, General Training (Australia and New Zealand only)
Thursday, 8 May 2025, Academic and General Training
Saturday, 17 May 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 24 May 2025, Academic and General Training
June test dates
Saturday, 7 June 2025, Academic and General Training
Saturday, 14 June 2025, Academic only
Thursday, 19 June 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 21 June 2025, Academic and General Training
Saturday, 28 June 2025, Academic only
July test dates
Saturday, 5 July 2025, Academic and General Training
Thursday, 10 July 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 19 July 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 26 July 2025, Academic and General Training
August test dates
Saturday, 2 August 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 2 August 2025, General Training (Australia and New Zealand only)
Thursday, 7 August 2025, Academic and General Training
Saturday, 9 August 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 23 August 2025, Academic and General Training
September test dates
Saturday, 6 September 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 13 September 2025, Academic and General Training
Thursday, 18 September 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 27 September 2025, Academic and General Training
October test dates
Saturday, 4 October 2025, Academic and General Training
Thursday, 9 October 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 18 October 2025, Academic and General Training
Saturday, 25 October 2025, Academic only
November test dates
Saturday, 1 November 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 1 November 2025, General Training (Australia and New Zealand only)
Thursday, 6 November 2025, Academic and General Training
Saturday, 15 November 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 22 November 2025, Academic and General Training
December test dates
Thursday, 4 December 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 6 December 2025, Academic and General Training
Thursday, 11 December 2025, Academic only
Saturday, 20 December 2025, Academic and General Training
Saturday, 27 December 2025, Academic and General Training
Test Security
Security - Suspicious Activity - Criminal Behaviour Warning
Please report any suspicious activity to security.ielts@idp.com.
There are numerous security measures in place to support genuine test takers and protect the interests of the organisations that rely on the integrity of IELTS results.
A strict set of protocols is in place to safeguard every aspect of the IELTS test. Including:
stringent regulations surrounding test papers
biometric test taker registration and verification systems
all test centre staff have been trained to help them identify imposters, detect fraudulent behaviour and prevent cheating
strict test conditions
routine scrutiny of test results before release
This multi-layered approach to test security includes an integrity process for prospective test centres and strict protocols surrounding test centre operations and audits.
IELTS Partners work closely with relevant authorities worldwide, including migration and law enforcement agencies, to detect, prevent, and, where appropriate, prosecute any cheating or fraud attempt under local legislation.
Warning to test takers
Do not waste your money or risk your future by attempting to cheat. Do not trust anyone trying to sell IELTS results.
How to report IELTS test scams
If you have concerns relating to IELTS security (e.g. you have heard about suspected scams or suspected fraudulent activities), please report them by emailing security.ielts@idp.com.
Reporting security concerns is the only reason to use the form. Please note that the form is for reporting security concerns only. If you would like to provide other feedback about IELTS, or if you would like to make a complaint about IELTS, please use this form.
IDP Canada will not tolerate any criminal activity.
You may also report any suspicious activity to security.ielts@idp.com.