Book the IELTS dates available in 2026 that are most convenient for you with Search Education Nepal.
Planning to take the IELTS test in 2026? Book your test with Search Education Nepal, an official IELTS test registration center in Kathmandu, effortlessly!
IELTS, short for International English Language Testing System, is the world's most trusted English test. It is accepted by all the top study destination countries, or by any top universities or professional institutions. IELTS has two types, namely, Academic & General Training. Generally, most students only take IELTS - Academic.
The types of IELTS - Academic tests are:
You may select your preferred mode based on your convenience and comfort. Reach out to Search Education Nepal to book your IELTS test effortlessly.
If you want to book your IELTS test through Search Education Nepal, kindly provide the following information:
| Valid Passport | For IELTS test registration, you need to bring a passport for identity verification. |
| Mobile Number | You will require an active mobile number to receive updates and verification codes upon registration. |
| Email Address | To get a confirmation number, important updates, and IELTS results. |
If you are below 18 years of age, you need to provide a written consent form signed by your parents or guardian.
Please note that students under the age of 16 are not permitted to book the IELTS exam.
IELTS tests in Nepal are conducted by two main authorised providers: the British Council and the International Development Program (IDP).
The format, difficulty, or scoring of IELTS remains the same whether you choose to take it through the British Council or IDP.
Both organisations offer paper-based and computer-based IELTS exams in various locations across Nepal. Contact Search Education for IELTS date booking.
Check out the IELTS test centres across Nepal in the table below:
| Test Provider | Test Centres Locations in Nepal |
| British Council | Banepa, Biratnagar, Birtamod, Butwal, Chitwan, Ghorahi, Hetauda, Itahari, Kathmandu, Nepalgunj, Pokhara |
| IDP | Kathmandu, Chitwan, Biratnagar, Pokhara |
The latest IELTS fee structures for Paper-Based and Computer-Based IELTS are listed below:
| IELTS Exam Type | Format | IELTS Exam Fees in 2026 |
| IELTS Academic | Paper-based | NPR 36,200 |
| IELTS Academic | Computer-based | NPR 33,000 |
Booking your IELTS with Search Education Nepal has the following advantages:
Three free mock tests for paper-based IELTS, including speaking practice
One free mock test for computer-based IELTS
Personalized one-on-one feedback from our expert instructor with 20+ years of teaching experience
Note: Book your IELTS date earlier, at least a month in advance, so that you can find the best place and reduce the pressure towards the last minute.
The IELTS test dates in Kathmandu, Nepal, are given below:
| Month/Year | Test Format | Test Date |
| January 2026 | Computer Based | January - 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 29, 30, 31 |
| Paper Based | January - 10 (9 for speaking), 15 (16 for speaking), 24 (22 for speaking), 31 (29 for speaking) | |
| February 2026 | Computer Based | February - 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28 |
| Paper Based | February - 7 (5 for speaking), 12 (11 for speaking), 14 (15 for speaking), 21 (19 for speaking), 28 (26 for speaking) | |
| March 2026 | Computer Based | March - 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, |
| Paper Based | March - 7 (5 for speaking), 5 (4 for speaking), 14 (12 for speaking), 21 (19 for speaking) | |
| April 2026 | Computer Based | April - TBD |
| Paper Based | April - 4 (2 for speaking), 11 (9 for speaking), 23 (22 for speaking), 25 (26 for speaking) | |
| May 2026 | Computer Based | May - TBD |
| Paper Based | May - 2 (30 April for speaking), 7 (6 for speaking), 16 (14 for speaking), 23 (21 for speaking) | |
| June 2026 | Computer Based | June - TBD |
| Paper Based | June - 6 (4 for speaking) , 13 (11 for speaking), 18 (17 for speaking), 20 (18 for speaking), 27 (25 for speaking) |
| Month/Year | Test Format | Test Date |
| January 2026 | Computer Based | January - 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22 ,23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 |
| Paper Based | January - 10, 15, 24, 31 | |
| February 2026 | Computer Based | February - 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 |
| Paper Based | February - 7, 12, 14, 21, 28 | |
| March 2026 | Computer Based | March - TBD |
| Paper Based | March - 5, 7, 14, 21 |
There are strict rules for rescheduling or cancelling the IELTS test once it is booked. The rules are as follows:
Yes, you need to bring a passport during the test day, depending on which one you used during IELTS booking.
The IELTS is valid for two years from the date of the test.
Effective from February 22, 2025, participants are not allowed to use pencils in all IELTS paper-based exams. Candidates must use a black ballpoint pen for writing their answers.
You can take IELTS as many times as you want until you achieve your desired score.
You must bring your passport, depending on which one you used for IELTS exam registration.
Keynote on IELTS regulations: In 2025, IELTS introduced a pen-only policy for paper-based exams. This means you must only use a black ballpoint pen provided by the test centre. The use of pencils is now prohibited. Electronic items are also not allowed inside exam halls and must be kept outside the test room.
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