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Book an IELTS test in Pakistan: step by step
Choose the right version, pick a date that leaves time for results and pay through an official route. Current fees and payment options from the British Council.
Last reviewed 30 September 2026. Figures are checked against the sources listed at the bottom of the page.
Talk to a counsellorBooking steps
- Confirm the version you needAcademic, General Training, UKVI or Life Skills. Check your university or visa page first.
- Check your IDPassport or national ID, valid and matching your application. Under-18 applicants need written consent from a parent or guardian.
- Pick a date and centreBritish Council Pakistan lists test centres in Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, Abbottabad, Multan, Faisalabad, Sialkot, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Quetta, Mirpur and more. Leave time for results before your application deadline.
- Register onlineUse the British Council booking page for computer tests or the UKVI booking site for UKVI and Life Skills.
- PayOnline by card, or offline through interbank fund transfer (IBFT), cash deposit at designated bank branches, or bank draft. Cheques are not accepted.
- Get your confirmationYou receive email confirmation of the time and venue. You can choose when to take Speaking, from a week before to a week after your main date, if seats are available.
Fees and payment routes
| Test | Fee (PKR) |
|---|---|
| IELTS on computer, Islamabad, Karachi, Sukkur, Hyderabad, Quetta, Peshawar, Abbottabad, Mirpur | 75,600 |
| IELTS on computer, Lahore, Multan, Faisalabad, Sargodha, Sahiwal, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Bahawalpur, Mandi Bahauddin, Jhelum, Gujrat | 76,240 |
| IELTS for UKVI on computer | 72,000 |
| IELTS for UKVI Life Skills | 50,000 |
British Council Pakistan, effective 9 June 2026. Other IELTS test partners in Pakistan set their own prices.
- Offline IBFT through online banking or ATM is described by the British Council as the most economical way to pay.
- Card payment. Rupee card payments to international merchants are settled in foreign currency, so the amount you pay can differ from the listed price.
- Keep your proof of payment. If you do not get a confirmation email within 48 hours of paying, email your payment proof and registration reference to the British Council.
Changes, remarks and retakes
| Situation | Option | Cost or deadline |
|---|---|---|
| You want to improve one section | IELTS One Skill Retake | Computer tests, one section, once per test, within 60 days. Must book through the Test Taker Portal |
| You think a score is wrong | Enquiry on Results | Within 6 weeks. Fee Rs 39,650 (computer) or Rs 41,000 (UKVI computer), refunded if a section score rises |
| You cannot attend | Reschedule or cancel | Follow the British Council refund and cancellation policy on its site. Fees and deadlines apply |
| You need a hard copy TRF | Additional TRF application | Considered only in exceptional cases, with a fee |
Send your results to universities
For computer tests, results appear in the Test Taker Portal in about 24 to 48 hours, and an electronic Test Report Form (ETRF) can be downloaded for up to two years. Add institutions in the portal. Organisations on the Secure Test Results Delivery system receive them electronically. You get five free additional ETRFs sent to institutions.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I take IELTS in Pakistan?
British Council Pakistan lists centres in Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, Abbottabad, Multan, Faisalabad and other cities. IDP and other partners also run centres. Check the booking site for your nearest centre and dates.
When do I get my IELTS result?
Usually 1 to 2 days after a computer test, in the Test Taker Portal.
How many institutions can I send my results to for free?
The British Council says you receive five extra ETRFs to send to institutions at no charge.
Can I pay in cash?
Yes, by cash deposit at designated bank branches, with the British Council’s payment instructions. IBFT is described as the most economical route.
Can I take the speaking test on a different day?
Yes. You can choose to take Speaking on your main test day or within a week before or after, if there is space.
Sources and how we verify
Checked on 30 September 2026. This page is general information, not legal, immigration, medical or financial advice. Rules, fees and deadlines change, so confirm with the official body before you pay or apply.
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