IELTS
What is the IELTS test?
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is the world’s most popular English language test.
It evaluates all of your English skills – reading, writing, listening and speaking.
It measures the language proficiency of people who want to study or work where English is used as a language of communication. It uses a nine-band scale to clearly identify levels of proficiency, from non-user (band score 1) through to expert (band score 9).
IELTS is accepted by more than 12,000 organisations in over 140 countries. These include governments, academic institutions and employers.
IELTS was developed by The British Council, IDP – International Development Program of Australian Universities and Colleges and Cambridge English Language Assessment.
Learning and Testing Services (LTS) of East Africa is an authorised IELTS Registration and IELTS Testing Centre for the British Council.
Which IELTS test is right for me?
IELTS is available in: Academic or General Training.
In general, the Academic IELTS is designed for students who want to:
- Study at the university or post-graduate level in an English – speaking country.
- Join a professional organization in an English – speaking country.
In general, the General Training IELTS is designed for students who want to:
- Study below the university level in an English – speaking country.
- Work or pursue work-related training in an English-speaking country.
- Emigrate to an English-speaking country (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK, etc)
Both versions provide a valid and accurate assessment of the four language skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking.
There is a specific IELTS test for UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). If you are looking to work, study or live in the UK then you may need to take this particular IELTS test.
IELTS for UKVI (Academic)
Take this test if the university or organisation you are applying to has requested that you take the IELTS for UKVI (Academic) test.
IELTS for UKVI (General Training)
Take this test if you want to migrate to the UK or want to train or study below degree level.
The fee for IELTS UKVI is KES 35,200.
IELTS Life Skills A1
Take this test if you need to prove your English Speaking and Listening skills as part of your application to UK Visas and Immigration for ‘family of a settled person’ visas.
IELTS Life Skills B1
Take this test if you need to prove your English Speaking and Listening skills as part of your application to UK Visas and Immigration for indefinite leave to remain or citizenship.
The fee for IELTS Life Skills is KES 25,300
NB: Before booking your test, make sure to check which test you need with the organisations you are applying to.
Find out the differences and similarities between the IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training in greater detail to find out which IELTS is right for you.
The Test Formats
IELTS Academic Test
The total test time is 2 hours and 45 minutes.
The IELTS Academic test measures whether you have the level of English language proficiency needed for an academic, higher education environment. It reflects some of the features of academic language and assesses whether you are ready to begin studying or training.
Take this test if you want to:
- study at either undergraduate or postgraduate level anywhere in the world
- apply for Tier 4 Student Visa at a university that is a Tier 4 Sponsor in the UK
- work in a professional organisation in an English speaking country. You can choose between paper-based or computer-delivered IELTS Academic. Both test formats will take place at one of the British Council official test centres.
Fee for IELTS Academic: KES 38,760
Duration: 2 hours and 45 minutes.
Format: There are four sections to the test: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. The test will take place in an official British Council IELTS test centre.
If you take a paper-based test, your Speaking test may be offered on the same day as the other sections of the test, or up to a week before or after. You will receive notification in advance if your Speaking test is on a different day to your main test day.
If you choose a computer-delivered test, you have a free choice of Speaking test dates and venues.
For more information on the IELTS Academic test format, please visit https://www.britishcouncil.co.ke/exam/ielts/which-test
IELTS General Training Test
IELTS General Training – prove you have practical, everyday English language skills
IELTS General Training measures English language proficiency in a practical, everyday context. The tasks and tests reflect both workplace and social situations.
Take this test if you would like to:
- train or study at below degree level
- work or undertake work related training in an English speaking country
- emigrate to an English speaking country
- get a better job in your own country.
You can choose between paper-based or computer-delivered IELTS General Training. Both test formats will take place at one of British Council official test centres.
Fee for the IELTS General Training test: KES 38,760
Duration: 2 hours and 45 minutes.
Format: There are four sections to the test: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. The test will take place in an official British Council IELTS test centre, whether you choose paper-based or computer-delivered.
If you take a paper-based test, your Speaking test may be offered on the same day as the other sections of the test, or up to a week before or after. You will receive notification in advance if your Speaking test is on a different day to your main test day.
For more information on the IELTS General Training test format, please visit https://www.britishcouncil.co.ke/exam/ielts/which-test
NB: Individual organisations have different requirements. Make sure you check which IELTS test the organisation you are applying to recognises.
What does the IELTS test?
There are two types of IELTS: IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training.
Listening and Speaking sections are the same for both tests, but the subject matter of the Reading and Writing sections differs depending on which test you take.
The Listening, Reading and Writing sections of all IELTS tests are completed on the same day, with no breaks in between them.
The Speaking section however, can be completed up to a week before or after the other tests. The test center will advise upon completion of your registration.
The total test time is 2 hours and 45 minutes.
IELTS test format
SECTION | TIME LIMIT | QUESTIONS | TEST FORMAT | TASK TYPES | SKILLS TESTED |
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LISTENING | 30 Minutes | 40 Questions (4 recordings – 10 questions per recording) | You will listen to 4 recordings of native English speakers and then write your answers to a series of questions. Recording 1 – a conversation between two people set in an everyday social context. Recording 2 – a monologue set in an everyday social context, e.g. a speech about local facilities. Recording 3 – a conversation between up to four people set in an educational or training context, e.g. a university tutor and a student discussing an assignment. Recording 4 – a monologue on an academic subject, e.g. a university lecture. | – Multiple choice – Sentence completion – Matching – Plan/map/diagram labelling – Form/note/table/flow-chart/summary completion | – Evidence of your ability to understand the main ideas and detailed factual information. – Opinions and attitudes of speakers. – The purpose of an utterance and evidence of your ability to follow the development of ideas. |
READING | 60 Minutes | 40 Questions | – Tests your reading comprehension. – This may include reading for gist, reading for main ideas, reading for detail, skimming, understanding logical argument and recognising writers’ opinions, attitudes and purpose. | – Multiple choice – Identifying information – Identifying writer’s views or claims – Matching information – Matching headings – Matching features – Matching sentence endings – Sentence completion – Summary, note, table, flow-chart completion – Diagram label completion – Short-answer questions * If you’re taking the Academic version, you will read 3 passages. The General Training version contains 3 sections. Section 1 may contain two or three short texts or several shorter texts. Section two comprises two texts. In section 3, there is one long text. | – In General Training, you are being tested on “life reading”, the ability to understand extracts from books, magazines, newspapers, notices, advertisements, company handbooks and guidelines. – These are materials you are likely to encounter on a daily basis in an English-speaking environment. – Academic reading ability is also tested in General training. – In IELTS Academic, you are being tested on your ability to comprehend academic and educational passages. |
WRITING | 60 Minutes | 2 Writing Tasks | – In Academic writing, you will have 2 tasks – In task 1, you will be required to describe some visual information (graph/table/chart/diagram) in your own words. – You will need to write 150 words in about 20 minutes. – In task 2, you will be required to respond to a point of view or argument or problem and here you will need to write 250 words in about 40 minutes. – In General Training, there are also 2 writing tasks to complete. – In task 1, you will be required to respond to a situation, for example, by writing a letter requesting information or explaining a situation. – You will be given 20 minutes to write about 150 words. – In task 2, you will be required to write an essay in response to a point of view, argument or problem in less than 250 words and 40 minutes. | – In Academic writing, you will have 2 tasks – In task 1, you will be required to describe some visual information (graph/table/chart/diagram) in your own words. – In task 2, you will be required to respond to a point of view or argument or problem. – In General Training, there are also 2 writing tasks to complete. – In task 1, you will be required to respond to a situation, for example, by writing a letter requesting information or explaining a situation. – In task 2, you will be required to write an essay in response to a point of view, argument or problem. | – The focus for IELTS Academic Writing is purely academic. – IELTS Academic writing tests your ability to write a short source-based academic essay (the source is the graph, table, chart or diagram). – It also tests your ability to write an academic-style opinion essay. – The opinion essay is also tested on the IELTS GT. – Additionally, on the IELTS General, you will be tested on a life skill by asking you to write a letter to a friend or colleague. |
SPEAKING | 11 – 14 Minutes | 3 Parts to the test | – The Speaking test is the shortest section of the test. – It assesses your use of spoken English and is broken into 3 parts. – Every test is recorded. – It consists of an oral interview between the test taker and the examiner. Part 1 – The examiner will ask you general questions about yourself, and a range of familiar topics such as home, family, work, studies and interests. – This part lasts between four and five minutes. Part 2 – This requires you to speak on a topic in what is called the “long turn”. You will be given a card which asks you to talk about a particular topic. You will have one minute to prepare before speaking for up to 2 minutes. – The examiner will then ask one or two questions on the same topic. Part 3 – You will be asked further questions about the topic in part 2. – This will give you the opportunity to discuss more abstract ideas and issues. – It lasts between 4 and 5 minutes. | – IELTS Speaking, mostly focuses on life skills. – The interview focuses on light personal conversation. – It’s the kind of talk you will have with many different people when you work or study in the English speaking world. – There is also an academic component, the “long turn” in part 2 which is similar to the kind of short speech you might be given in a university communications course. | – Fluency & coherence – Lexical resource – range of vocabulary used and the precision with which meanings and attitudes can be expressed. – Grammatical range and accuracy. – Pronunciation. |
Why take the IELTS test?
IELTS – is the world’s most popular English language test. It is developed by some of the world’s leading experts in language assessment and evaluates all of your English skills — reading, writing, listening and speaking.
The test reflects how you’ll use English to study, work and live in an English – speaking environment.
Study, work and live abroad
IELTS is accepted by more than 10,000 organizations in over 140 countries. Those organizations include governments, academic institutions and employers with 3,000 in the USA alone.
Get where you want to go
In most countries where English is the main language, you’ll need evidence of English language skills to apply for jobs and university courses.
Prove yourself at home
Proving your English language skills with an IELTS test can help you get a better job or a promotion in your home country.
Looking to emigrate?
Your IELTS test results will help you meet your immigration requirements. All immigration authorities that require an English language test will accept IELTS.
Which organizations accept IELTS?
IELTS is accepted by more than 10,000 organizations worldwide. These include universities, immigration departments, government agencies, professional bodies and multinational companies.
Entry requirements for organisations which accept IELTS
Who takes the IELTS test?
IELTS is accepted by more than 10,000 organisations in over 140 countries. Therefore, if you would like to study, work or live abroad, then taking the IELTS would be your best bet in proving your English competency. Passing the IELTS Academic can help you get into English speaking universities. Passing the IELTS General will help you get a job in an English-speaking country and acquire proper visas and residency.
How much does the IELTS test cost in Kenya?
TEST | DESCRIPTION | FEE |
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IELTS Academic | Take this test if you want to: – study at either undergraduate or postgraduate level anywhere in the world – apply for Tier 4 Student Visa at a university that is a Tier 4 Sponsor in the UK – work in a professional organisation in an English speaking country | KES 38,760 |
IELTS General Training | Take this test if you would like to: – train or study at below degree level – work or undertake work related training in an English speaking country – emigrate to an English speaking country – get a better job in your own country | KES 38,760 |
IELTS for UKVI (Academic) | Take this test if the university or organisation you are applying to has requested that you take the IELTS for UKVI (Academic) test | KES 35,200 |
IELTS for UKVI (General Training) | Take this test if you want to migrate to the UK or want to train or study below degree level | KES 35,200 |
IELTS Life Skills A1 | Take this test if you need to prove your English Speaking and Listening skills as part of your application to UK Visas and Immigration for ‘family of a settled person’ visas | KES 25,300 |
IELTS Life Skills B1 | Take this test if you need to prove your English Speaking and Listening skills as part of your application to UK Visas and Immigration for indefinite leave to remain or citizenship | KES 25,300 |
When can I register for the IELTS test?
The IELTS in Kenya is offered by the British Council with test centers in Nairobi, Eldoret and Mombasa.
You need to register for IELTS at least two weeks in advance.
Please note that slots tend to fill out pretty fast so plan to register early.
IELTS Test Dates in Kenya – 2024
TEST | TEST DATE | REGISTRATION DEADLINE | LOCATION |
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IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 11-Jan-2024 | 04-Jan-2024 | Nairobi, Kisumu |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 12-Jan-2024 | 05-Jan-2024 | Nairobi |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 13-Jan-2024 | 05-Jan-2024 | Nairobi, Kisumu, Mombasa, Nakuru |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 17-Jan-2024 | 10-Jan-2024 | Eldoret, Nakuru |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 18-Jan-2024 | 11-Jan-2024 | Eldoret, Kisii, Meru |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 22-Jan-2024 | 15-Jan-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 23-Jan-2024 | 16-Jan-2024 | Nairobi, |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 24-Jan-2024 | 17-Jan-2024 | Nairobi, Nakuru |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 25-Jan-2024 | 18-Jan-2024 | Nairobi, Kisumu |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 26-Jan-2024 | 19-Jan-2024 | Nairobi |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 27-Jan-2024 | 19-Jan-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, Kisumu, Mombasa |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 31-Jan-2024 | 24-Jan-2024 | Eldoret |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 03-Feb-2024 | 26-Jan-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, Kisumu, Meru, Mombasa, Nakuru |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 05-Feb-2024 | 29-Jan-2024 | Nairobi |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 06-Feb-2024 | 30-Jan-2024 | Nairobi |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 07-Feb-2024 | 31-Jan-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 08-Feb-2024 | 01-Feb-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, Kisii |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 09-Feb-2024 | 02-Feb-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 12-Feb-2024 | 05-Feb-2024 | Eldoret |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 15-Feb-2024 | 08-Feb-2024 | Kisumu |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 17-Feb-2024 | 09-Feb-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, Kisumu, Mombasa, Nyeri |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 19-Feb-2024 | 12-Feb-2024 | Nairobi, Kisumu |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 20-Feb-2024 | 13-Feb-2024 | Nairobi |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 21-Feb-2024 | 14-Feb-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 22-Feb-2024 | 15-Feb-2024 | Nairobi |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 23-Feb-2024 | 16-Feb-2024 | Nairobi |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 24-Feb-2024 | 16-Feb-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 26-Feb-2024 | 19-Feb-2024 | Eldoret |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 28-Feb-2024 | 21-Feb-2024 | Nakuru |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 04-Mar-2024 | 26-Feb-2024 | Nairobi |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 07-Mar-2024 | 29-Feb-2024 | Nairobi, Kisii, Kisumu |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 09-Mar-2024 | 01-Mar-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, Kisumu, Mombasa, Nyeri, Nakuru |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 16-Mar-2024 | 08-Mar-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, Meru |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 18-Mar-2024 | 11-Mar-2024 | Nairobi |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 21-Mar-2024 | 14-Mar-2024 | Nairobi, Kisumu |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 22-Mar-2024 | 15-Mar-2024 | Nairobi |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 23-Mar-2024 | 15-Mar-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, Kisumu, Mombasa |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 04-Apr-2024 | 28-Mar-2024 | Nairobi, Kisumu |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 06-Apr-20234 | 29-Mar-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, Kisumu, Mombasa, Nyeri, Nakuru |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 13-Apr-2024 | 05-Apr-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 18-Apr-2024 | 11-Apr-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, Kisii |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 19-Apr-2024 | 12-Apr-2024 | Nairobi |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 27-Apr-2024 | 19-Apr-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, Kisumu, Mombasa |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 03-May-2024 | 26-Apr-2024 | Nairobi |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 04-May-2024 | 26-Apr-2024 | Eldoret, Kisumu |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 09-May-2024 | 02-May-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, Kisii, Kisumu, Mombasa, Nyeri, Nakuru |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 16-May-2024 | 09-May-2024 | Nairobi |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 18-May-2024 | 10-May-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 23-May-2024 | 16-May-2024 | Kisumu |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 25-May-2024 | 17-May-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, Kisumu, Mombasa |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 31-May-2024 | 24-May-2024 | Nairobi |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 06-Jun-2024 | 30-May-2024 | Kisumu |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 08-Jun-2024 | 31-May-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, Kisumu, Mombasa, Nyeri, Nakuru |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 13-Jun-2024 | 06-Jun-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, Kisii |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 14-Jun-2024 | 07-Jun-2024 | Nairobi |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 20-Jun-2024 | 13-Jun-2024 | Kisumu |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 22-Jun-2024 | 14-Jun-2024 | Nairobi, Eldoret, Kisumu, Mombasa |
IELTS Academic & IELTS General Training | 27-Jun-2024 | 20-Jun-2024 | Nairobi |
How to register for IELTS
The fee for the IELTS Academic or IELTS General Training test is KES 31,900
IELTS UKVI – KES 35,200
IELTS Life Skills – KES 25,300
To register, please follow the instructions below;
Cash Payment
1. Make CASH payment at our office.
2. Submit a copy of both sides of your National I.D/Passport to us.
3. We will then assist you with the registration process.
Mpesa Payment
You can also make payment through MPESA:
- Go to your Mpesa menu on your phone and select ‘Lipa na Mpesa’. Select ‘Paybill’
- Under business number, enter 880100. Press OK.
- Under account number, enter 6762470011. Press OK.
- Under amount, enter your desired amount to transfer. Press OK.
- Enter your Mpesa PIN number to validate the transaction. Press OK.
- Once sent, wait for an NCBA and Mpesa SMS confirmation on the transfer.
- Send the confirmation message to us on email – info@lts-africa.com with your full names.
IELTS registration requirements
- Valid ID document (National ID or Passport) – Make sure that your names match on your registration form.
- You will also need to present the same identity document on the day of the test.
- Check which IELTS test you are required to take.
- Follow the payment instructions above.
- Once your booking is complete, you will receive the following emails;
- Registration confirmation, along with your test venue (address) and the test start time.
- Speaking test confirmation. Your Speaking test may be scheduled on the same day as the other sections, or on a different day, 7 days before or after your main test day. You will receive a confirmation for the Speaking Test date.
- After booking your test, you will also receive an automatic email with your access codes to the free online course.
- You will also receive your IELTS Reference Number to access the Test Taker Portal.
Your Test Taker Portal allows you to check;
- your test date
- your venue for the Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking sections (available 5 days before the test)
- your payment information
- your contact information
- your results
- test prep resources
- British Council contact information
NB: Make sure you have included the correct email address when booking for the test.
How do I prepare for the IELTS test?
To have the best chance at doing well on IELTS, it’s important that you prepare for the test. The following materials will help you get ready and know what to expect on your test.
Understand the test format
Familiarise yourself with the format of the test by reviewing the test content, as well as the question and task types for each section.
IELTS sample questions
Practicing with sample questions can help you familiarise yourself with the format of the test. Here are some sample questions to help you prepare for your IELTS test. This will give you an idea of what to expect in the Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking tests.
Official IELTS practice materials
These are designed to help you understand the IELTS test format and the types of questions you may be asked.
You can purchase the official IELTS Practice Materials (with DVD) book from us.
The book contains: practice tests for Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing (both Academic and General Training); Listening, Reading and Writing answer sheets; Listening and Reading practice test answer keys and Listening tapescripts; sample candidate Writing responses and examiner comments; sample candidate Speaking tests and examiner comments.
The DVD contains a Listening test for candidates to practise and film footage of three students taking the Speaking test.
The book costs KES 4,000
Renting the book is KES 3,000 for 2 weeks. We will refund KES 1,000 if the book is returned in good condition after 2 weeks.
Consider a preparation course
Our trained and qualified IELTS expert tutors can help you prepare for the test to improve your performance.
You can view our IELTS test prep packages on the link below.
What can I expect on test day?
Here are some tips to help you perform at your best on test day.
Be prepared
- Double check the time and date of your test and allow plenty of time to travel to the test centre. If you are late, you may not be allowed to take the test.
- Make sure you have the right identification documents with you. If you arrive with the wrong ID, you will not be allowed to take the test. Present the ID document that you registered with for the test.
Relax
- Try to remain calm at the test centre.
- If you start to feel worried, take some deep breaths to help you calm down.
- Work calmly, focus on the questions, don’t rush your answers and you will do your best.
- Read the IELTS rules and regulations before the test so you understand them. You’ll find these in the IELTS application form.
- If you have any questions, we are there to help.
Follow the instructions
- Switch off your mobile phone and any other electronic devices. You will be asked to place all of your personal belongings in lockers.
- The Listening, Reading and Writing test take 2 hours 40 minutes and there are no breaks between each section of the test.
- Make sure you are prepared and have something to eat and drink beforehand. You will not be allowed to take food into the test room except for drinking water in a transparent bottle.
- Listen to the supervisor carefully and follow the test day instructions.
- Before you begin the test, read the instructions carefully.
- Don’t lose points for careless mistakes because you didn’t follow the instructions.
Watch the time
- Watches are not allowed in the test room. Every test room will have a clock on the wall. Stay aware of the time so you can attempt all questions.
- The Listening, Reading and Writing tests have a number of sections. Allow enough time for each section.
- Be aware that some questions have suggested time limits for you to follow.
When will I receive my IELTS scores?
Paper and computer tests
- If you have taken an IELTS on Paper test, your Test Report Form will be available 13 days after your test date.
- If you have taken an IELTS on Computer test, your results will be available in 3 to 5 days after your test date.
IELTS for UKVI and Life Skills
- If you have taken an IELTS for UK Visas and Immigration, you can view your results 13 days after your test.
- If you have taken IELTS for Life Skills, results are available within after the test.
You will receive one copy of your Test Report Form, or two copies if you are applying to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
You can pick up your results in person from British Council.
Get your IELTS results online
Your results will also be available to view online for 28 days (This should not be used as an official confirmation of your performance)
You will receive an email notification from British Council with a link to view your IELTS scores.
You will need your passport or ID number (the same number you used when you registered for the test) and your candidate number to view your scores.
How do I send my scores to schools or organizations?
When you book your IELTS test, you can request to send your results to up to 5 organisations free of charge. Results can be sent to further nominated organisations for a small administration fee.
If you need to send additional IELTS results to organisations after the test date, then please contact British Council.
How do I request a re-mark?
If you are not happy with your results, you can request a review of your scores through a service called an Enquiry on Results (EOR)
The request for a re-mark must be made at British Council within 6 weeks of the date shown on your Test Report Form. You may ask to re-mark the whole test or any sections (Listening, Reading, Writing or Speaking)
You must pay an enquiry on results fee, which is fully refunded if your band score changes.
Your results will normally be available in 2 to 21 days, depending on several factors including the number of sections requested for re-mark. If you have not received a response after 28 days, please contact British Council.
Can I resit the IELTS test?
If you didn’t get the IELTS score you wanted, you can apply to resit the test as soon as you feel ready. However, before applying for a resit you need to keep in mind that your score is unlikely to improve without a significant effort to improve your English.
Preparing for your IELTS resit
Naturally, you may feel frustrated about not achieving your desired IELTS result, as well as nervous about resitting the test. However, with hard work and dedication, you can improve your IELTS score.
Before you resit the test, it is highly advisable to review strategies and tips to help you improve your English language skills.
We also recommend you:
- Read about IELTS band scores and what each band score represents
- Try the practice test questions
- Take IELTS preparation classes with our IELTS expert tutors
- Practice English at home and in your real-life/everyday activities.
IELTS cancellation and refund policy
Please note: This is the policy for IELTS (Academic and General Training), you can find the UKVI cancellation and refund policy here.
Cancelling your IELTS test
If you cancel your IELTS test up to five weeks before the test date, you will receive a refund minus an administration fee of 25% of the test fee.
Please note that refunds can take four to six weeks to process.
If an original medical certificate confirming illness on the date of the test is provided within five working days of the test date, together with the Request for Refund or Test Date Transfer Form, the fee is refundable, minus an administration fee of 25% of the test fee.
Only original medical certificates in English are accepted. If both required documents are not received at the British Council offices in Nairobi by the fifth working day after the test, you will be marked as absent and forfeit all claims.
Copies sent by fax or email are not accepted. We recommend sending medical certificates by registered mail. Sick notes issued by family members are not acceptable.
Requesting a test day transfer
If you need to change the date of your test from the date you originally booked, you can request a test day transfer up to five weeks before the test date, free of charge.
Please note that the new date must be within three months of the original date. In cases of illness, a transfer is possible within five weeks of the test if an original medical certificate is provided within five working days of the test date, together with the Request for Refund or Test Date Transfer Form.
If you receive a transfer to a new test date (either before the test or due to illness) and are ill on the second test date, then you are not entitled to a refund of the test fee nor to any further transfer to a new test date.
Please note:
When you hire an IELTS study book and return it in good condition after 2 weeks (includes rental date & return date) you will receive KES 1,000 refund. After 2 weeks, a fee of KES 200 will be charged per day.
NB: If your return date falls on a weekend or public holiday, it is forwarded to the next working day. A refund is only made if the book is returned in the same condition as it was at the time of renting.
Resources
Test Dates & Locations https://www.britishcouncil.co.ke/exam/ielts/dates-fees-locations
How To Get Your Scores https://www.britishcouncil.co.ke/exam/ielts/results
Test Day Tips https://www.britishcouncil.co.ke/exam/ielts/test-day
General Information https://www.britishcouncil.co.ke/exam/ielts