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IELTS Exam Fee Hike in India 

By Geetika Arora 

Discover the IELTS exam fees in India for 2023 and understand its significance for studying and working in English-speaking countries. 

IELTS Exam Fees in India 2023 

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The IELTS test options for paper-based and computer-delivered formats. It assesses reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills and is accepted in UK, USA, Canada, Ireland, NZ, and Australia. 

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Highlights of the IELTS Test 

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The IELTS exam fee for Academic and General Training is ₹16,250, while UKVI costs ₹16,500 and Life Skills is ₹15,350. Additional charges apply for retakes, cancellations, and rescheduling. 

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IELTS Exam Fee Overview 

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In Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Surat, the fees for Academic and General Training are ₹16,250, UKVI is ₹16,500, and Life Skills is ₹15,350. 

IELTS Exam Fees in Different Cities 

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Cancellations made five weeks before the test receive a refund of around ₹12,000. No refund is provided for cancellations less than five weeks, except for valid medical reasons with a certificate. 

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IELTS Cancellation Refund 

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Rescheduling the test date requires a fee of ₹4,050 and must be done within three months of the original date. 

IELTS Rescheduling Fee 

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There is no limit to the number of IELTS retakes, but the full fee of ₹16,250 must be paid for each attempt. 

IELTS Retake Fee 

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Requesting an IELTS revaluation costs ₹8,475 and allows for remarking of single sections or the entire test. 

IELTS Revaluation Fee 

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Payments can be made online via banking or credit/debit card, or offline through bank deposit or demand draft (DD). 

IELTS Payment Method 

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Take advantage of IELTS-based scholarships offered by institutions like Great Scholarship India, Charles Wallace India Trust, Commonwealth Scholarship, and British Council IELTS award. 

IELTS Scholarships 

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Key points discussed and encourage continued dialogue and support for students affected by the IELTS fee hike in India. 

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