IELTS Fees by Country 2026: Official Test Cost Comparison
Fact-checked against official provider pages on August 7, 2026.
Quick answer
IELTS fees vary by country. In 2026, standard IELTS costs INR 19,000 in India, AUD 490 in Australia, and approximately CAD 335–361 plus tax in Canada. Published fees include AED 1,370–1,470 in the UAE, SAR 1,705–1,875 in Saudi Arabia, PKR 75,600–76,240 in Pakistan, and BDT 29,600 in Bangladesh. Confirm the final price with the official centre before paying.
This comparison uses local currency and the standard Academic or General Training test. It avoids US-dollar conversions because exchange rates change daily and can make an accurate local fee appear outdated.
IELTS fees by country: 2026 comparison table
| Country | Standard fee | Format or note | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | INR 19,000 | Paper or computer | Verify fee |
| Australia | AUD 490 | Academic or General Training | Verify fee |
| Canada | CAD 335–361 + tax | Varies by centre and province | Verify fee |
| United Arab Emirates | AED 1,370–1,470 | Paper to computer | Verify fee |
| Saudi Arabia | SAR 1,705–1,875 | Computer to paper | Verify fee |
| Pakistan | PKR 75,600–76,240 | Computer; varies by city | Verify fee |
| Bangladesh | BDT 29,600 | Academic or General Training | Verify fee |
| Ethiopia | ETB 32,800 | Computer | Verify fee |
| Iraq | USD 325–350 | Computer to paper | Verify fee |
These are published standard fees, not purchasing-power comparisons. “Paper to computer” gives the low and high format prices. Canada’s amount excludes applicable tax.
Country-by-country IELTS fee notes
India: INR 19,000
IDP India lists INR 19,000 for Academic and General Training, on paper or computer, across its test centres. IELTS for UKVI costs INR 19,250, Life Skills costs INR 18,000, and One Skill Retake costs INR 12,650.
Australia: AUD 490
The official IDP guide lists AUD 490 for standard Academic and General Training tests. Some regional locations may cost slightly more. IELTS for UKVI is AUD 505 and One Skill Retake is AUD 310.
Canada: CAD 335–361 plus tax
The official Canada guide gives a pre-tax range because the amount can differ by city, province, and centre. Its table shows approximately CAD 361 for Academic or General Training and CAD 253 for One Skill Retake.
UAE: AED 1,370–1,470
IDP UAE lists AED 1,370 for IELTS on paper and AED 1,470 for IELTS on computer. IELTS for UKVI is AED 1,450, while UKVI Life Skills is AED 710.
Saudi Arabia: SAR 1,705–1,875
IDP Saudi Arabia publishes SAR 1,705 for the computer test and SAR 1,875 for the paper test. IELTS for UKVI is SAR 1,815 and Life Skills is SAR 897.
Pakistan: PKR 75,600–76,240
British Council Pakistan prices effective June 9, 2026 vary by city. Computer-delivered Academic or General Training is PKR 75,600 in many locations and PKR 76,240 in a group including Lahore, Multan, Faisalabad, and Sialkot.
Bangladesh: BDT 29,600
British Council Bangladesh lists BDT 29,600 for Academic and General Training. IELTS for UKVI is BDT 33,200 and Life Skills is BDT 24,750.
Why IELTS prices differ between countries
- Local costs: venues, staff, examiners, security, and administration are priced locally.
- Taxes: a listed price may include tax or have GST or another tax added at checkout.
- Format: paper and computer fees are equal in some markets and different in others.
- Test type: standard IELTS, IELTS for UKVI, Life Skills, and One Skill Retake are separate products.
- Centre and city: Canada, Pakistan, and regional Australia show why location can affect the amount.
How to check the exact IELTS fee before booking
- Confirm whether you need Academic, General Training, IELTS for UKVI, or Life Skills.
- Use the official IELTS test-centre finder to select your country and city.
- Choose paper or computer if both are offered, then review the exact session fee.
- Check whether tax is included and read transfer, cancellation, and refund rules.
- Pay only through IELTS, IDP, British Council, or an authorised test centre.
Important
Fees can change without notice. This page records published prices checked on August 7, 2026; the official booking checkout is authoritative.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the IELTS test cost?
There is no single worldwide IELTS fee. In 2026, published standard prices include INR 19,000 in India, AUD 490 in Australia, and CAD 335–361 before tax in Canada. The final amount depends on country, centre, format, and tax.
Is the IELTS Academic fee different from General Training?
Usually, Academic and General Training have the same fee at the same provider and location. IELTS for UKVI, Life Skills, and One Skill Retake have separate prices.
Is IELTS on computer cheaper than IELTS on paper?
Not always. India and Australia publish the same standard fee, while the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq show different paper and computer prices.
Does the IELTS fee include tax?
It depends on the country. Canada lists its fee before tax, while some providers show an inclusive local price. Review the payment summary before confirming.
Can I pay the IELTS fee in installments?
Payment rules are local. Most official booking systems require full payment to confirm a test place. Check the methods shown by your chosen centre.
Are IELTS fees refundable?
A partial refund may be available if you cancel early enough, but notice periods and administration charges vary by provider and location.
Plan your IELTS next step
After checking the fee, compare IELTS score requirements by country, use the IELTS band score calculator, or review countries and pathways that may not require IELTS.