Table of Contents
1. How to Register for the IELTS Exam?
2. Things You Need When Register for the IELTS Exam
3. IELTS Online Registration Process
4. IELTS Exam Registration in Person
5. IELTS Test Registration by Courier
6. Wrapping It Up!

How to Register for the IELTS Exam?

Getting registered for the IELTS is a pretty simple process. To start the IELTS registration process, you will need access to a computer and the internet. You can take the exam in over 140 countries at around 1600 testing centers.

In order to take the IELTS, you must first register on the exam’s official website and then locate a testing center that is convenient for you. A confirmation mail containing the exam date and time should be sent when you have finished registering.

There are three main ways of IELTS exam registration.

  1. IELTS Online Registration
  2. IELTS Exam Registration in Person
  3. IELTS Test Registration by Courier

Things You Need When Register for the IELTS Exam

You must have certain things if you are applying for the IELTS examination. You will need a passport number as your identification and a credit card or a debit card (Master or Visa card) during the online registration process. 

Also, the basic information of the candidate is essential because it’s thoroughly checked by test takers. Your age must be more than 16  to take this exam. 

You may have to submit a photocopy of your passport when applying for this test and carry the original passport on the day of your exam.

IELTS Online Registration Process

You need to log in to the official website of IELTS and select the option ‘Register for IELTS.’ Next, you need to select the date and the location you want to give your test. Fill up the form and complete the online application process. You can pay the application fees via your credit card. 

After completing the registration process, you can see a confirmation page on your computer or laptop screen. They will also send this information in hard copy to your email address. 

You must courier a photocopy of the first and last page and any observation page to the head office. You will not be able to sit for the exam without submitting the photocopy.

IELTS Exam Registration in Person

If there is an IDP office or branch location near you, you can use a computer there to sign up. The examination fees are immediately due and can be paid online. The email confirmation will be sent to you shortly.

It is OK to submit a passport photocopy along with your completed Observation Page at that location. Don’t forget to read the terms and conditions carefully before signing and returning them to us. Your exam time and location details will be confirmed promptly through email.

There is another method you can follow to register yourself for the exam. You can fill up the application form that is available in the office. There will be a terms and conditions page along with the application form. Sign that after reading carefully. Attach a photocopy of your passport and observation copy. 

You can pay the exam fees using a credit card, a demand draft, or by depositing cash using an ICICI customized deposit slip in an ICICI account. You need to hand over the original copy of the deposit slip to the IDP branch office.

IELTS Test Registration by Courier

Yes, you’ve heard it right. You can fill up the application form and send it along with all the needed documents to the given address on the official website of the IELTS exam.

Wrapping It Up!

There are several methods you can use to register for the IELTS exam, but all of them are very simple and easy to complete. You can choose the method you want to proceed with according to your convenience.

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for ultimate application tips 🏫

Join our Upcoming Events

Join us for our monthly events! Participate in insightful webinars, hands-on workshops, and engaging Q&A sessions with industry experts, all designed to support you on your application journey.

📅 MONTHLY WEBINAR

Ask us Anything about the GMAT

Get insights on the GMAT and how to prep for it from GMAC, the official test makers, and 700+Club test prep experts.

Date TBC
📅 MONTHLY WEBINAR

GMAT Trial Session

Dive into a specific GMAT topic with our interactive live session!

Date TBC
📅 MONTHLY WEBINAR

GMAT Onboarding Session

Join for free and decide later if you want to dive into the full course.

📅 MONTHLY WEBINAR

Admission Consulting Webinar

Unlock Your Future: Admission Consulting Webinar for Top Universities

📅 MONTHLY WEBINAR

SAT Class Experience

Free sneak peek into our SAT Group course and enroll later.

Prep better—and with the best

What are you waiting for?

Whether you want to chat first about the best prep plan for you or if you want to dive right in and test drive a session for yourself. We’ve got your back. Let’s get the ball rolling on smarter prep.

What are you waiting for?

Whether you want to chat first about the best prep plan for you or if you want to dive right in and test drive a session for yourself. We’ve got your back. Let’s get the ball rolling on smarter prep.