Taking the IELTS Exam in Nepal

TEST CENTERS IN NEPAL

There are six test centers in Nepal, namely, Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan, Biratnagar, Birtamod, and Butwal. For the computer-delivered test, there is only one location: Kathmandu.

FREQUENCY OF EXAMS

Paper-based IELTS exams are conducted almost every week on Thursdays and/or Saturdays. The speaking tests, however, are conducted on separate dates, and the information regarding the schedule is shared to the candidates through Email and/or SMS. In contrast, computer-delivered tests are conducted for up to 20 times in a month.

You can check out the upcoming test dates here: https://www.trainerjames.edu.np/book-ielts-date.

EXAM FEE

The current fee for taking the IELTS in Nepal is NRs. 27,100/-. For the computer-delivered test, it’s cheaper: NRs. 25,300/-! You can make the payment at TJI thus saving your time and effort to commute to the exam center for NO EXTRA CHARGE. You can book your exam here: https://www.trainerjames.edu.np/book-ielts-date.

VALIDITY OF THE IELTS SCORE

IELTS scores are valid for 2 years, and you will have to take the exam again only if your college/university/employer or the immigration authority needs you to.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS FOR UNIVERSITY ENTRY

For Diploma/Advanced Diploma levels, universities accept a score of 5.5 (no bands less than 5.0); for Bachelors, they accept 5.5/6.0 (no bands less than 5.5); and, for Masters, you would need a 6.0/6.5/7.0 (no bands less than 6.0). However, you need to talk to our counselor to check the university’s website and find out about their English language requirements.

Once you book for the exam, don't forget to sign up for our IELTS POWERPREP course: IELTS POWERPREP (in-person) (trainerjames.edu.np).