How much does the IELTS test cost?

For updated fees and pricing, please visit the dedicated test centres pages.

Can I bring in my own pen and paper into the IELTS test?

For both IELTS on Paper and IELTS on Computer, you will not be able to bring your own paper into the test for security reasons. You can bring an HB pencil or HB mechanical pencil, eraser, sharpener. You can also bring water and disinfectant – all labels must be removed and bottles must be see-through. IELTS test centres will provide water, tissue, pencils, eraser, sharpener, disinfectant and cologne to you during the test.

If I take IELTS on paper, can I write notes in the question booklets?

Yes, you are encouraged to write notes on the question booklets. IELTS examiners do not have access to your question booklets.

What is the difference between IELTS on paper and IELTS on computer?

If you choose to take IELTS on computer, you will take the Listening, Reading and Writing test parts using a computer. If you choose to take the IELTS on paper, you will complete the Listening, Reading and Writing test parts on paper. The Speaking test for both paper and computer are face to face with an examiner. This is the best way to measure your speaking skills as it takes a more realistic approach: a life-like conversation with an examiner.

Is the IELTS on computer easier than the IELTS on paper test?

The test format, question types, time allocated to each test part and content is the same for both the IELTS on computer and the IELTS on paper test. And because the content for both the IELTS on paper and IELTS on computer test is the same, the level of difficulty is also same. The only difference might be your level of confidence in sitting your IELTS test on a computer. If you are tech savvy, you might prefer to take IELTS on a computer.

Will I get my results faster if I take IELTS on computer?

If you take IELTS on computer, you will receive your results 3 to 5 days after sitting your test. However, if you take IELTS on paper, you will receive your results 13 days after sitting your test.

IELTS on paper test Turkey

You can take IELTS Academic and General Training on paper. The contents, test part times, question types, scoring and results of the IELTS on paper test are the exact same as the IELTS on computer test, but your test day experience is a little different. Test day staff will hand you booklets and answer sheets before each test and will then collect these booklets and answer sheets, before moving on to the next test part.

If you take IELTS on paper, you will complete the Reading, Listening and Writing parts on paper. You can use HB-pencil or HB mechanical pencil to complete your test. In the IELTS on paper test, the Writing, Reading, and Listening tests are all completed on the same day with no breaks between each test. The Speaking test is completed in a face-to-face interview with an IELTS examiner, and this can be done on the same week, before or after your test date.

You can choose your Speaking test slot whether you take IELTS on a computer or on paper. If we need to change your slot due to unforeseen circumstances, we will notify you by email or phone.

Test takers who are non-resident in Turkey will not be permitted to sit an IELTS on paper test. Non-resident IELTS test takers may take IELTS on computer. We will require all test takers who do not hold Turkish nationality and who book an IELTS on paper test to provide us with acceptable proof of residence by email at least three days before the scheduled test date. If such test takers do not or are unable to provide acceptable proof of residence, then we will cancel the booking and refund the test fee. Alternatively, such test takers may choose to take an IELTS on computer test without any residency requirements.