Question 1

What is IELTS One Skill Retake?

Accepted Answer

IELTS One Skill Retake allows you to retake one of the four skills (Listening, Reading, Writing, or Speaking) if you need to improve in just one area. We know most test takers get the scores they need first time, but if you feel you haven’t performed to your best in one area, IELTS One Skill Retake can help you get back on track.
IELTS One Skill Retake is now available with IDP IELTS in our Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan computer test centers from the 30th of October 2023 and will be gradually launched in other test cities in Nepal.

Question 2

Can I take IELTS One Skill Retake?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can take IELTS One Skill Retake if :

you have completed a full IELTS on Computer test at our Kathmandu, Pokhara or Chitwan test center

your full test was an eligible IELTS on computer test conducted after the 16th of October 2023

you sit your One Skill Retake within 60 days of your full IELTS test

Question 3

Can I complete a One Skill Retake multiple times?

Accepted Answer

No. You can only complete one retake for each full IELTS test. In each One Skill Retake test you can only retake one section of the IELTS test.

Question 4

How will I receive my results?

Accepted Answer

You will receive a new Test Report Form. This includes your updated IELTS One Skill Retake score as well as the results for the other three skills in the original test. You can choose whether you use your original or your new Test Report Form.

Question 5

Will I receive my Test Report Form (TRF) electronically or on paper?

Accepted Answer

You will receive an electronic Test Report Form for your One Skill Retake test. You can download and print the Test Report Form at your candidate portal. A paper Test Report Form for One Skill Retake will not be issued by default.

Question 6

How will institutions that accept IELTS One Skill Retake receive results?

Accepted Answer

Institutions that already receive IELTS results electronically will receive IELTS One Skill Retake results in the same way they receive IELTS test results now. Any institution that has not registered for this access can receive results directly from their applicants or request electronic delivery of IELTS results.

Question 7

What should I do if my institution requires paper Test Report Forms (TRF)?

Accepted Answer

If your institution(s) requires a hard-copy Test Report Form, please contact IDP IELTS. You may also request multiple hard copies of your Test Report Form through the Additional Test Report Form process.

Question 8

How can I use my original IELTS test and One Skill Retake results?

Accepted Answer

You can use the Test Report Form and scores from the original four skill IELTS test or you can use the updated Test Report Form that includes the updated IELTS One Skill Retake score. The original Test Report Form will continue to exist alongside the new IELTS One Skill Retake score. Both are valid.

Question 9

Can I retake the IELTS test I took last week?

Accepted Answer

You can book IELTS One Skill Retake if you sat IELTS on computer test at our Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan computer test centers. IELTS One Skill Retake is now available the above mentioned three computer test centers and will be gradually launched in other cities around the country. You need to book and sit the IELTS One Skill Retake test within 60 days of your original IELTS on Computer test.
You must use the same ID for the One Skill Retake as you used for the original IELTS on Computer test sitting. The ID must still be current and valid at the time of taking your Retake. Please email our team if you have any questions. We are ready to help you.

Question 10

Can I take One Skill Retake at a different test centre location as to my original test, or does it have to be the same one?

Accepted Answer

If you wish to retake just one skill of the IELTS test (One Skill Retake), you have the option to do so at a different test center. However, it is essential to ensure that the test center you choose is an IDP IELTS test center through which you initially took the test. For instance, if you took your original IELTS test with IDP, you are eligible to book your One Skill Retake only at any of the eligible IDP IELTS test centers.
To check if this option is available to you, please log into your IDP IELTS account to view your IELTS result.

Question 11

How much does IELTS One Skill Retake cost?

Accepted Answer

The price for One Skill Retake is lesser than the full IELTS test. Please contact the IDP IELTS Nepal team for the IELTS One Skill Retake fee.

Question 12

How does IELTS One Skill Retake work?

Accepted Answer

If you recently took an IELTS on computer test at any of our Kathmandu, Pokhara or Chitwan computer test centers, you can then retake any one skill of the IELTS test, whether it’s Listening, Reading, Writing, or Speaking.
The format and timing of the IELTS One Skill Retake test are the same as individual skills in a normal IELTS test. You can save time by not needing to complete the other three skills. You will receive a new Test Report Form. You can choose whether you would like to use either your old or new Test Report Form.

Question 13

What are the benefits of taking IELTS One Skill Retake?

Accepted Answer

Focus on one skill: If you didn’t do your best in the first test, IELTS One Skill Retake gives you a second chance to show your English level and improve your score in one section without having to retake the full test. Save time and money by only doing the part of the test related to one skill rather than testing all four skills again.

Take a test, you know: IELTS One Skill Retake follows the same format and timing as the regular IELTS test. This means you will already be familiar with the test. You don’t need to worry about preparing for a new exam and learning different task types.

Receive a new Test Report Form: You will receive a new IELTS Test Report Form with your IELTS One Skill Retake score. It also includes the scores from your original test and an overall CEFR score. Your results will be valid for two years from the original test date, which you can find on your Test Report Form.

Your original test scores will remain the same: There will be no change to your other scores from your original test. And once you’ve received your results, if you would prefer to use your original score, you can.

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