Take IELTS test from the comfort of your home now with IELTS Online

The official IELTS by IDP app is here! Download it today.

Why IELTS Online?

You can now take IELTS Academic in a location that best suits you. IELTS Online offers you the flexibility to be able to take your test at home or any suitable private location with a stable internet connection. IELTS Online is widely accepted, please check with the organisation you are applying with to confirm they accept IELTS Online. IELTS Online is not accepted by immigration authorities.

What you need

There are some minimum system, equipment and software requirements you need to meet to be able to access IELTS Online on your computer.

Environment and Equipment

Quiet, private well-lit space with a desk
Stable internet connection
Laptop or desktop computer with a microphone, camera and speakers
Passport
Mobile or tablet with a camera

Hardware and Software

Most Mac or Windows computers are suitable to take IELTS Online, however there are some technical requirements for taking the test:

Operating system
Storage requirements
Internet connection and speed
Access to browsers
Upload speed requirements
Downloading and completing pre-system checks on Inspera Exam Portal software

We recommend you check this list to make sure you meet requirements before you book your test.

Do's and dont's

Make sure that your space meets the minimum requirements for the test and that it is:
- Quiet
- Private
- Well-lit
Make sure you have the Inspera Exam Portal (IEP) installed on your computer before the test
Make sure your speakers and microphone are on for the entire duration of the test
Check your camera is switched on and uncovered
Have with you the passport or photo ID you booked your test with
Make sure no one else is in the room with you (including pets)
Headphones are not allowed for any part of the test
Items NOT allowed in the room during the test:
- watches
- electronic devices; video or voice recorder
- note paper, pens or pencils
- reference materials
You are only allowed a transparent bottle (without any labels) and your original identity document

Read the IELTS Online Checklist to know more about the dos and don'ts before your test day!

FAQs

Do I have to be at home to take my test?

No, you don’t need to be at home to take your test. You need a private, well-lit space where you won’t be interrupted with a stable internet connection.

Will the test be timed?

Yes, the test will be timed just like IELTS on paper and computer. Each section has a fixed duration, so you will not be able to pause the test and come back later.

Will there be IELTS Online General Training?

IELTS Online is currently available for the Academic test only. It is not accepted for immigration purposes.

Is the test suitable for immigration purposes?

No, IELTS Online is not currently accepted for immigration purposes.

Click here to read the full list of FAQs.