If you need to take an IELTS Academic test, you can take it from the comfort of your home or anywhere with a reliable internet connection. The test format and timings are exactly the same as an Academic test taken at a test center, your Speaking Test will take place with a trained IELTS examiner via video call.

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IELTS Online recognition

IELTS Online is widely recognized by universities and other education providers. For this reason, before you book, please contact the organization you’re applying to, to confirm that they accept the type of test you are choosing

*Please be aware that immigration authorities do not accept IELTS Online.

How does it work?

You will need to install the Inspera Exam Portal software before you take the test, which is the platform that IELTS Online runs on. We recommend you do this a day before your test to make sure everything works. You will receive a link to download the software by email.

To help you in this process, we have compiled several instructional videos that cover different aspects of your IELTS Online test. These videos include setting up your work space, adjusting your screen settings for the different test modules, and a tutorial explaining how the test software works.

Prepare for IELTS Online

Be prepared for your IELTS test with our free practice tests, videos, IELTS Ready: Premium and get familiar with the IELTS Online format with our IELTS Online familiarization test.

In addition, you can find a wide range of free IELTS preparation material to help you achieve the best results in your IELTS English exam.

Test results

You will receive your results between 6 – 8 calendar days after taking your test. 

Key requirements

  • You must be 18 years old or older
  • A valid passport (coloured)
  • Access to a private, well-lit room
  • Two hours and fifty minutes of uninterrupted time
  • A reliable internet connection (recommended download speed: 2Mbps / upload speed 1Mbps)
  • A computer or laptop (the test cannot be taken on a tablet or mobile phone)
  • A tablet or mobile phone for the room scan during check-in
  • The Inspera Exam Portal app needs to be downloaded before the test day    

Technical requirements

  • Most Windows and Mac computers are suitable for IELTS Online. We encourage you to check our technical requirements for taking IELTS Online, which include:
  • speed of internet connection
  • computer model and operating system
  • downloading Inspera Exam Portal software
  • internet browser updates. 

Check the full list of technical requirements on our Take IELTS website.

Security requirements

  • Robust security is of utmost importance to IELTS, and that's why we continue to have several security measures in place for IELTS Online:
  • Multiple ID checks - through identification checks via human recognition and facial recognition software.
  • Secure online environment - Once the test starts, your browser will be locked and you won't be able to access anything other than the test platform. When the test is finished, the IELTS Exam Portal can be removed. 
  • Plagiarism check - to detect memorisation of answers
  • Human and AI Proctoring - You will be monitored through the computer camera for the duration of your test.

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