IELTS Test Dates 2026
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is a globally recognised English proficiency exam jointly owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge Assessment English. It is accepted by universities, employers, and immigration authorities worldwide.
IELTS is available in two formats: Academic (for higher education) and General Training (for work or migration). It can be taken as a paper-based or computer-based test, with scores reported on a 0–9 band scale.
Paper-Based IELTS Dates 2026 (India)
Month | Test Date | Test Type |
|---|---|---|
January 2026 | 3 Jan, 10 Jan, 15 Jan, 24 Jan, 31 Jan | Academic, Academic + General Training, Academic + General Training, Academic, Academic |
February 2026 | 7 Feb, 12 Feb, 14 Feb, 21 Feb, 28 Feb | Academic + General Training, Academic, Academic, Academic + General Training, Academic |
March 2026 | 5 Mar, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 21 Mar | Academic, Academic + General Training, Academic, Academic + General Training |
April 2026 | 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 23 Apr, 25 Apr | Academic, Academic + General Training, Academic, Academic + General Training |
May 2026 | 2 May, 7 May, 16 May, 23 May | Academic, Academic + General Training, Academic, Academic + General Training |
June 2026 | 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 18 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun | Academic + General Training, Academic, Academic, Academic + General Training, Academic |
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July – December 2026
Academic Academic + General Training Academic
Full calendar available on ieltsidpindia.com → select city and month for exact dates
Computer-Based IELTS 2026 (India)
Availability | How to Book |
|---|---|
Multiple slots available almost every day in major cities (Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, etc.) | Visit ieltsidpindia.com → Book Now → select IELTS on Computer → choose your city and month to view all available 2026 dates |
Note: Paper-based dates run approximately 6–8 times per month. Computer-based dates are not listed in a static calendar and must be checked via the booking portal. Dates vary by city.
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