What happens when I get my IELTS test remarked?

When you request a remark, your IELTS test will be remarked by an experienced senior IELTS examiner who will see prior scores when re-marking - Writing, Reading, Listening and Speaking. Your test centre is then notified of the remarked result and if the mark has changed, you will receive a new Test Report Form (TRF).

When should I apply for a remark of my IELTS test (Enquiry on Results)?

The request for a remark must be made within 6 weeks of the date shown on your Test Report Form (TRF). You can request a remark on the whole test or any part of it (Listening, Reading, Writing or Speaking).

How much does it cost to request a remark of my IELTS test?

You must pay an enquiry fee, which is fully refunded if your band score changes. Contact your local test centre for more information about fees.

How long will it take to remark my IELTS test?

Your result will normally be available in 2 to 21 days, depending on several factors including the number of sections requested for remark. If you have not received a response after 28 days, please contact your test centre.

Should I apply for an EOR, or just wait to re-sit my test?

If you feel confident that you have done better than your score shows, applying for an EOR is one option for you. This is marked by a senior examiner who marks it independently from your first examiner. After this second assessment, your score either stays the same or is higher, depending on the senior examiner’s rating.

Why has my test centre sent me the result of my EOR, I thought IDP head office remarked it?

EOR requests and all IELTS test day matters are handled by your test centre. IDP responds to the EOR requests by using a team of senior examiners.

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You won’t have to wait long for your IELTS test results.

You can collect your TRF (Test Report Form) at the IDP IELTS offices when your results are released. You need to bring the form of identity you used to register for the test to pick up your TRF. Contact your IELTS test centre for more information.

It is a very valuable document, and it is recommended that you take care in keeping your TRF secure.

When will I receive my test results?

IELTS on paper: Your test results and your Test Report Form (TRF) will be available 13 days after you complete the test.
IELTS on computer: You can view your test results 3 to 5 days after you complete the test.

You can also preview your IELTS results online. In order to access your scores online you will need to enter your Full Name, Date of Birth, and your Registered ID (Passport or National Identity Number).

Can I authorize someone to collect my results on my behalf?

Yes, you can. Authorization Request will be considered once:

A letter of authorization and a photocopy of the Candidate ID are presented at the time of the TRF collection.
The authorized person collecting the TRF presents their original ID for verification.

Download the IELTS Test Report Authorization Form

How many test report forms (TRFs) am I entitled to?

You will only receive one copy of your Test Report Form, unless you are applying to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC), or the United Kingdom Border Agency (UKBA) – in this case, you can receive two. Proof of application to CIC and UKBA must be provided.
Up to five copies of your TRF will be posted electronically to the relevant institution(s) you have listed on your IELTS application form free of charge. For unlimited hard copies, regular postage is not free of charge. There may be additional charges for courier services and/or overseas postage that are passed onto you.
If you have lost your TRF, please contact the test centre which issued your results.

How can I order more Test Report Forms if my test centre has closed since I took the test?

If the test centre where your test was taken has closed, we can still send a copy of your Test Report Form to organisations for two years after your test.
To request a Test Report Form you will need to complete an Additional TRF application form.
It is very important that you complete your family and given names exactly as they appear on your identification document.
Submit by sending as an attachment via an e-mail to your test centre.
Include a scanned copy of the passport or identification document that you used when you took the test.
Test Report Forms can only be sent to institutions and organisations. Additional copies will not be sent to students, their families, or friends.