South Asia · India

IELTS in Delhi

Delhi (NCR) is one of India's largest IELTS markets. Most candidates apply to Canadian study permits, Australian universities, or skilled migration. Test demand peaks ahead of Canadian intake deadlines (Jan, May, Sept).

IELTS Academic

INR 17,000 (~USD 205)

IELTS General Training

INR 17,000 (~USD 205)

Test providers & formats in Delhi

Providers

  • IDP Education India
  • British Council India

Formats available

  • Computer-delivered (multiple per day)
  • Paper-based

Test centres in Delhi

  • IDP IELTS Test Centre Connaught Place
  • IDP IELTS Test Centre Noida
  • IDP IELTS Test Centre Gurgaon
  • British Council New Delhi

Booking notes: Multiple sessions per day. Pay by UPI, Indian cards, or Net Banking.

IELTS score requirements for popular destinations from Delhi

Most Delhi candidates apply to: Canada, Australia, United Kingdom, United States.

Canada (SDS study permit)

Overall 6.0

Component minimums: 6.0 in each band

SDS minimum.

Canada (Express Entry, CLB 9)

Overall

Component minimums: L 8.0, R 7.0, W 7.0, S 7.0

Major CRS contribution.

Australia (postgraduate)

Overall 6.5

Component minimums: 6.0 in each band

G8 humanities 7.0.

United Kingdom (postgraduate)

Overall 6.5

Component minimums: 6.0 in each band

Russell Group 7.0 in arts.

Requirements change. Always verify directly with the institution before booking your test.

Preparation tips for candidates in Delhi

  • 1Speaking is the lowest-scoring module on average for North Indian candidates — record yourself answering Part 2 prompts and review for filler words.
  • 2Arrive at the IDP Connaught Place centre at least 45 minutes early — Delhi traffic is unpredictable.
  • 3Practice Writing Task 2 paragraph structure with a 5-paragraph template before improvising.

Useful tools & practice

Frequently Asked Questions

IELTS in other South Asia cities

Last updated: 2026-05

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