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What is IELTS Online and how does it work?
Wish you could take your IELTS Academic test from the comfort of your own home? Now it’s possible with IELTS Online. All you need is a computer with a webcam, a stable internet connection, and a well-lit private space, and you’re good to go!
Introducing IELTS Online
The world’s leading English language test from the comfort of your home.
Same test, more flexibility
IELTS Online is the same test as the IELTS on paper or IELTS on computer Academic test taken in a test centre. It assesses your English-language proficiency across four key skills: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. The Speaking test is conducted one-to-one with an accredited IELTS examiner, via a live video call.
Speaking test sessions are about 15 minutes and are available Monday to Friday. The Written test covers Listening, Reading and Writing, and is 2.5 hours long. Written test sessions are available Tuesday to Saturday. Your Speaking Test must be completed at least a day before your Written test.
IELTS Online is available in over 60 countries and territories worldwide. Please check our booking page to see if IELTS Online is available where you are. However, if you’re taking IELTS for a visa or immigration purpose, you’ll need to take the test in an official IELTS test center.
About IELTS Online
How does it work?
You will need a quiet, private, well-lit room, a secure internet connection, and a laptop or desktop computer with the right hardware and software installed. Your microphone and web camera must be on for the whole test.
For instructions on how to set up your computer and your test room, please watch IELTS Online: How to set up your space.
For a full list of system requirements and equipment you need see equipment, system requirements, and support.
How is the test monitored?
IELTS Online uses human and artificial intelligence (AI) proctoring to supervise your test. Your remote proctor is an IELTS invigilator who will monitor your Listening, Reading, and Writing tests online, just as they would if you took your test in a test centre. Having remote proctors ensures IELTS Online maintains the high security standards set by IELTS and trusted by recognising organisations around the world.
When will I receive my test results?
You will receive your results typically within 6 days after taking your test.
How do I book my IELTS Online test?
IELTS Online is easy to book – just visit our booking website. You must book your IELTS Online test at least 48 hours before your planned test date.
For more questions, please see IELTS Online FAQs
Please see also our IELTS Online tutorial videos.
Preparing for your IELTS Online Test
You can prepare for IELTS Online in the same way that you would prepare for IELTS in a test centre. To make sure you understand what to expect on your test day, we recommend you view the IELTS Online tutorial videos, read the test format, and practise with the IELTS Online familiarisation tests. For even more IELTS preparation material, visit IELTS Prepare.
IELTS Online - FAQs
The IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training fundamentally differ in their target audience and the English competencies covered in the respective tests. The IELTS Academic test assesses whether you can comprehend academic or scholarly language, and is tailored for students applying for higher education or professional registration in an English-speaking environment. Whereas the IELTS General Training focuses on English competency in broad social and workplace contexts, making it suitable for individuals moving to English-speaking countries for secondary education, work experience, or training programmes. Still unsure which test format is most suitable? Explore whether you should take IELTS Academic or General Training for immigration.
To prepare for the IELTS test, familiarise yourself with the format across all four test sections – Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking – by reviewing official practice materials and test guides available on IDP’s website. Practise English daily, both written and spoken, to enhance your fluency and confidence when communicating in English. You should also take advantage of online resources, including practice tests, to build your confidence and help identify areas for improvement.
No, One Skill Retake is not currently available for IELTS Online. To take One Skill Retake you must have sat your original test in a test centre.
Special arrangements are not available for IELTS Online but, if you are vision impaired, have a speech impediment, or any other medical condition which means you can only take IELTS under special arrangements, our IELTS test centres can help you. We can offer braille paper, larger paper, enlarged written prompts on the Speaking task card, special Listening test, lip reading version of Listening test, special amplification equipment, word processing software and voice-activated software. It is best to contact your test venue before booking your IELTS test and they will be able to advise on the next available test dates. The notice time can vary depending on the modifications needed for your test.
IELTS Online is available in over 60 countries and territories worldwide. Please see our booking page and select "Book Now" to see if IELTS Online is available where you are.