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About IELTS

Australia

What is IELTS?

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a globally recognised English language proficiency test designed for international students and migrants who wish to study, live, or work in an English-speaking country.

It is jointly owned and administered by three organisations: the British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia, and Cambridge University Press & Assessment.

The IELTS has two test formats:

IELTS Academic for university admissions and higher education abroad
IELTS General Training for migration and work in English-speaking countries

IELTS Test Format

Listening

Reading

Writing

Speaking

The first three sections are completed back-to-back on the same day without breaks. The Speaking test may be scheduled on the same day or up to seven days before or after.

Total test duration is 2 hours and 45 minutes.

English Proficiency Exam Fees in India 2026

Fees revised effective 1 April 2026. All prices are inclusive of applicable taxes.

IELTS Exam Cost

IELTS Test Type	IELTS Test Fee 2026
IELTS Academic (Computer or Paper)	₹19,000
IELTS General Training (Computer or Paper)	₹19,000
IELTS for UKVI	₹19,250
IELTS Life Skills (A1 & B1)	₹18,000
One Skill Retake (OSR)	₹12,650

From late June 2026, the paper-based IELTS format is being phased out. Computer-delivered tests are available almost daily across major Indian cities.

About PTE

What is PTE?

The Pearson Test of English (PTE), a fully computer-based English language proficiency test, assesses through AI-based scoring, with results typically available within 48 hours. It evaluates four skills:

Listening

Reading

Writing

Speaking

For Australian visa and PR purposes, PTE Academic is the accepted format.

PTE Academic

Minimum age: 16 years
Candidates aged 16–17 must submit a signed parental consent form before booking
No educational or professional prerequisites

Test	Fee (INR)
PTE Academic	₹18,900 (inclusive of 18% GST)

PTE has multiple test centres across India, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chandigarh and many other cities.

IELTS / PTE for Australia PR

To obtain Australian PR, there are three main visa streams: family, work, and business/investor. Skilled migration eligibility is determined through a points-based system factoring in age, English proficiency, work experience, and education.

The Department of Home Affairs revised the accepted English language tests and score requirements for Australian visa applications. All information below reflects the updated requirements.

At-home and fully online test formats are not accepted — this includes TOEFL iBT Home Edition, IELTS Online, and OET@Home, and CELPIP Online.

Accepted English Proficiency Tests (from 7 August 2025)

IELTS Academic or General Training (including OSR)
PTE Academic
Cambridge C1 Advanced Test
Occupational English Test (OET) — for health professionals
TOEFL iBT (must select 'Taking TOEFL for Australia' at registration)
CELPIP General (newly added)
LANGUAGE CERT Academic (newly added)
Michigan English Test / MET including Single Section Retake (newly added)

Scoring Parameters

English proficiency is classified into three levels for skilled migration:

Points apply to all tests.

0 Points

+10 Points

+20 Points

Competent

Proficient

Superior

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Test	Competent(0pts)	Proficient (+10pts)	Superior (+20pts)
IELTS Academic / General Training	6 in each component	7 in each component	8 in each component
PTE Academic	L:47 R:48 W:51 S:54	L:58 R:59 W:69 S:76	L:69 R:70 W:85 S:88
Cambridge C1 Advance	L:163 R:163 W:170 S:179	L:175 R:179 W:193 S:194	L:186 R:190 W:210 S:208
OET (health professional)	L:290 R:310 W:290 S:330	L:350 R:360 W:380 S:360	L:390 R:400 W:420 S:400
TOEFL iBT	L:16 R:16 W:19 S:19	L:22 R:22 W:26 S:24	L:26 R:27 W:30 S:28

Visa-Specific Requirements

• Subclass 189 — Skilled Independent: Skills assessment, minimum 65 points, Competent English required
• Subclass 190 — Skilled Nominated: Relevant occupation, skills assessment, state/territory nomination, minimum 65 points
• Subclass 491 — Skilled Work Regional (Provisional): Relevant occupation, skills assessment, regional or eligible family sponsorship, Competent English required
• Subclass 188 — Business/Investor: Investment or business requirements apply in addition to English proficiency

The Australian Government's PR Points Calculator is available at
https://www.siecmigration.com/points-calculator/australia

SIEC IELTS & PTE Training

SIEC conducts regular training programs designed to help students achieve their target scores in IELTS and PTE. With 25+ branches across India, expert coaching is accessible whether you're preparing for study, work, or migration to Australia.

Online Training — Structured, expert-led sessions covering every section and band level of IELTS and PTE. All you need is a stable internet connection, a laptop or desktop, a set of headphones, paper, and a pen.
Classroom Training — Fully equipped training rooms with experienced coaches who identify each student's individual strengths and gaps, delivering personalized instruction for consistent results.

SIEC operates coaching centres across India including Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Ludhiana, Mumbai, Pune, and more. Contact your nearest branch for batch schedules and available formats.