Computer-delivered IELTS
Available in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Ecuador, and Peru!
For almost 30 years, IELTS has been a paper-based English test that people like you have used to achieve their work, study and migration dreams. But you asked for more choice – and we’ve listened. Meet computer-delivered IELTS: the same IELTS test you know, delivered via computer, with multiple test sessions a day and fast results.
Please note that you will still be able to complete a paper-based IELTS test, if you prefer.
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So, what is new about Computer-Delivered IELTS?
If you choose the new option, you will take the Listening, Reading and Writing sections using a computer. The Speaking test will remain face-to-face, as we believe it is the most effective way of assessing your speaking skills and prompts a more lifelike performance. All other aspects of the test are identical, whether it is taken on paper or on computer. Results for computer-delivered IELTS will be available 5-7 days after you finish all sections of your test.
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Delivery | Listening ![]() |
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Speaking |
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Results available | 5-7 days ![]() |
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Booking & registration | Look for a computer icon when booking your test | Look for a paper icon when booking your test |
Test availability | Up to 5 days a week* | Up to 48 days per year (Thursdays and Saturdays_) |
Length of the test |
Listening (30-34 minutes) Reading (60 minutes) Writing (60 minutes) Speaking (11-14 minutes) |
Listening (30-34 minutes) Reading (60 minutes) Writing (60 minutes) Speaking (11-14 minutes) |
*Please check with your local test centre for their upcoming schedule of computer-delivered IELTS sessions.
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Computer-Delivered IELTS
Speaking test
Want to know the best news of all? The IELTS Speaking test is the same as always – face-to-face, in a quiet room, with a real, human examiner. We believe a face-to-face Speaking test is the most effective way of assessing your speaking skills and prompts a more lifelike performance.
Benefits of the IELTS Speaking test
- Private Speaking test rooms, free from noise and distraction
- We can match your pace and level of English
- We can repeat and rephrase a question for you
- We hear your accent
- We won’t ‘time out’ on you
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