You can take IELTS your way, with options to take IELTS on computer or IELTS on computer with Writing on Paper in a test centre.

IELTS on computer

Take the test via computer at an official test centre. Questions for the Listening, Reading and Writing sections will be given on-screen and you'll input your answers directly onto the computer. Your Speaking test will be live with an examiner. Results typically arrive within 2 days.

IELTS on computer (Writing on Paper)

Writing on Paper is a new option for the IELTS on computer test and allows you to take the Writing section with a pen and paper. If you choose Writing on Paper, your Writing component tasks will be shown on screen, but you'll complete the tasks in pen on an IELTS Writing Answer Sheet.

Find out more

 

IELTS on computer

Writing on Paper

Total test time

2 hrs, 45 mins

2 hrs, 45 mins

Location

Official test centre

Official test centre

Results

1-5 days, typically received within 2 days

1-5 days

Retakes

One Skill Retake available

One Skill Retake available

Book your IELTS exam

Learn more about IELTS exams on IELTS Canada