The latest fees for the IELTS exam will come into effect on April 1, 2023, as per the recent changes. A recent price has shifted from $15,550 to $16,250.
There are changes in the prices of IELTS exam fees for 2023. The latest fees, as modified by IDP IELTS, are INR 16,250, which is applicable from April 1, 2023.
The test fee varies depending on the type of exam candidates are taking. For both the IELTS Academic and General Training tests, there is a modification in the fees. There is an increase in fees from 15,550 INR to 16,250 INR. However, the test fees for IELTS Life Skills (A1 and B1) were the same at INR 15,350. Further, below is given the chart to give better insight into the pricing of the IELTS test:
| IELTS exam | Exam fee (INR) |
| Computer –delivered IELTS for UKVI | 16,500 |
| Computer- delivered IELTS | 16,250 |
| IELTS Life Skills (A1 and B1) | 15,350 |
| Pen and paper-based IELTS | 16,250 |
| IELTS for UK visas and immigration | 16,500 |
A candidate planning to appear for an IELTS exam can pay the fees by using a credit card, debit card, or net banking. Anyone appearing for the IELTS exam must pay the fees by demand draught, which is payable from a list of approved banks. Even cash can be deposited in favour of the institute conducting the IELTS test at ICICI or HDFC branches. The main reason for administering an IELTS test is to assess an individual’s English language proficiency. It is divided into four main sections, including writing, reading, speaking, and listening. The IELTS test is widely accepted across major universities in the UK, the USA, Australia, Germany, Canada, and many more.