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IELTS is the world's most popular English language test for education and emigration. Over 1.5 million tests are taken each year in over 500 locations worldwide.

Book your test now or explore our TakeIELTS website to find out everything you need to know about the test. TakeIELTS will help you choose and prepare for your test using our free study resources and exclusive Road to IELTS online preparation kit. It also has a database of countries and institutions that accept IELTS, and instructions for accessing your results.

New Road to IELTS:
    
New Road to IELTS is an online resource for both the Academic and General Training modules of IELTS
Practice zones with e-books to help you prepare for each of the 4 components of the test: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking
Sample videos with tips from candidates and teacher tutorials, highlighting what to do and what not to do on your test
Timed practice tests to measure your progress
A My Progress section to help you compare yourself with other students worldwide
A My Profile section to remind you of your test date

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Chevening Scholarship Applicants
We welcome all Chevening Scholarship applicants seeking to take an IELTS test to demonstrate their English language ability. IELTS is the world's most popular English Language test and is your route to study in the UK. We urge you to prepare well and book early to ensure that you receive the score you require. You will receive your results within 13 days. Information on how to book and prepare for IELTS including free practice materials are available on the TakeIELTS website.

When you have booked your test please return to this page to browse your country's frequently asked questions.

What are the costs?
Booking for the IELTS test SDG 950
Ordering the study pack SDG 130
How do I pay?

In order to pay you will be required to register at the British Council reception desk. You will then receive a deposit slip to pay at the Sudanese Islamic Bank (Al-Baladiya Branch). When registering for the test, please bring along with you the appropriate amount together with your ID (national identification or passport) and 2 passport size photographs.

Photographs must be: 
Recent (Taken within the last month).
Taken against a white background so that features are clearly distinguishable against the background.
Showing full face, looking straight at the camera.
When and where can I take my test?

Please click on the 'Take IELTS' banner above to find upcoming test dates and locations.

Speaking tests will take place at the British Council‘s office. Exams staff will contact you to notify you of your exam time. Please note that if you come late for your speaking test, you will be considered absent.

IELTS test venue:
Mamoun Biheri Conference Hall - click here for a map.

How do I prepare for my test?
Please click on the 'prepare for your test' link to the left to find information about ‘Road to IELTS’ - an exclusive online offer to British Council candidates.
You can purchase an IELTS study pack containing: a CD-ROM, handbook, test information and practice papers.
Do you want to practice your English vocabulary? British Council IELTS Word Power is a free vocabulary practice app for IELTS test takers. Download IELTS Word Power or follow these instructions.
What will happen before the test?
Candidates will receive notification/confirmation either by e-mail or telephone at least a week before the test date.
In the event that you do not receive the notification, please contact the British Council office where you registered.
Test dates cannot be deferred or transferred and fees are non-refundable.
What should I take to the test?
Proof of your identity (national ID or passport) which is the same as the identity information you provided on your application form. It must contain a number, a signature, a date of birth and a photograph.
If you are taking the test in another country you need to also bring your passport.
The pens, pencils and erasers which you need for the test. Bring an accurate watch along with you too so that you can keep track of the time.
You will be asked to leave any bags, papers, mobile phone etc outside the test room. Please remeber to switch off you mobile phone.
If you need to take any medication, please notify the Exams coordinator at least two days in advance.

Please note: If you do not have the correct identity information you will not be able to take the test. Make sure you arrive on time so that you have enough time to get comfortable.

When will I receive my results?

Results will be returned to you as a Test Report Form 13 days after the test. There is no pass or fail mark. Scores are given on a band scale of one to nine (with one being a non-user and nine being an expert user of the English language). Download or read through a copy of the IELTS handbook for more detailed information.

In addition to the certificate given to the candidate, candidates can request on their application forms (Section 24), that up to 5 copies of the results be sent to receiving institutions. Receiving institutions are local academic Institutions (e.g. universities) and overseas institutions not registered to view candidate results online. Registered institutions only receive results online; here is a list of registered institutions. Unfortunately we cannot send to local institutions or departments (e.g. immigration agents).

In addition to the actual Test Report Form that will be posted to you, you can now view your results online. Click here to see your results.

refund, cancellation and re-marking policies?
Postponement, cancellation and re-mark policy
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Do you need more information?
If you require further details please read through our local information notice. You can also e-mail our exams team or visit the TakeIELTS website.
Disclaimer
The British Council and the examining boards take all reasonable steps to provide continuity of service. We feel sure you will understand, however, that we cannot be held responsible for any interruptions caused by circumstances beyond our control. If examinations or their results are disrupted, cancelled or delayed, every effort will be made to resume normal service as soon as possible. The British Council’s liability will be limited to the refund of the registration fee or retesting at a later date. All fees are valid for the current registration period only and are subject to change. Please check the relevant web pages for the latest fees before registering for the next session of exams.
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