HOW SOON CAN A CANDIDATE REPEAT THE TEST?

There are no restrictions on candidates re-taking the test.

FOR HOW LONG IS A TEST SCORE VALID?

Test report form will not be issued for tests taken more than two years ago. A receiving organisation may choose to accept an older Test Report Form if a candidate can provide evidence that they have actively maintained or tried to improve their English language proficiency since doing the test. However, this is the decision of the receiving organisation.  The Test Centre cannot provide any letter or references endorsing a candidate’s level of English.

WHAT HAPPENS IF A CANDIDATE LOSES THEIR TEST REPORT FORM OR REQUIRES FURTHER COPIES?

Candidates will receive only one copy of their test result. Additional copies may be forwarded directly to institutions of the candidate's choice at any time within two years of the test date. Candidate can apply to the centre where they took the test.

HOW SOON CAN A CADIDATE RECEIVE THEIR RESULT?

Results will be produced 13 days after the test. Candidates may collect their results after 1800 at British Council office on the 13th day, as others results are mailed on the 13th day.    

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