Candidates can take the paper-based IELTS only until August 2026, after which they can choose between IELTS on Computer and IELTS on Computer (Writing on Paper).

Candidates will take the Listening, Reading and Writing sections on a computer, while the Speaking test will continue to be conducted face-to-face with a certified IELTS examiner Study abroad ...

IDP Education has said IELTS in India will shift fully to computer-based testing from September 2026. The move ends paper-based exams and keeps a paper option for writing to ease the transition.

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) will now be conducted in computer-based mode as compared to the previous paper-based format, the co-owner of the IELTS, IDP Education ...

The candidates who want to take the paper based test will have 3 opportunities before the format is completely discontinued.