Guide · Last updated 22 September 2026
IELTS Exam Fee in Bangladesh (2026)
What each IELTS test type costs in Taka, how to pay with bKash or Nagad, what the fee includes, and how not to pay it twice.
How much is the IELTS exam fee in Bangladesh?
As of 22 September 2026, these are the fees charged by both British Council and IDP in Bangladesh. They rose on 4 September 2026, when the standard test went from ৳29,600 to ৳31,100, so any page still quoting ৳24,950 or ৳28,450 is out of date:
| Test type | Fee (BDT) | Who needs it |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS on Computer (Academic) | ৳31,100 | University admission, professional registration |
| IELTS on Computer (General Training) | ৳31,100 | Migration, work experience visas |
| IELTS for UKVI (Academic / GT) | ৳34,850 | UK visa and immigration routes |
| IELTS Life Skills (A1/B1) | ৳24,750 | UK family and settlement visas |
| One Skill Retake | ৳18,600 (UKVI ৳20,900) | Resitting one section within 60 days |
Checked against IDP Bangladesh's published fee page on 22 September 2026; the British Council charges the same standardised fee. We re-check this table every month. Fees track the USD to BDT exchange rate and have moved more than once this year, so confirm the figure in the booking portal before you pay.
What other charges can come up?
The ৳31,100 is the whole test fee. These charges appear only when something goes wrong, and one of them is worth planning around:
| Charge | Amount (BDT) | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer or cancellation | ৳3,000 (UKVI ৳5,150, Life Skills ৳3,800) | Moving or cancelling your test inside the allowed window |
| Speaking reschedule | ৳1,500 | Moving only the Speaking test |
| Enquiry on Results (re-mark) | ৳10,500 | Refunded if your band changes after the re-mark |
| Extra Test Report Forms | ৳2,400 each beyond five | The first five go to institutions at no charge |
How do I pay the IELTS fee with bKash or Nagad?
Both providers take payment inside their online booking portals: after you choose your test type, city and date, the portal offers bKash, Nagad, Rocket, and cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, DBBL Nexus). A few practical details catch candidates out:
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Convenience fee | Mobile-banking gateways typically add ~1–2% on top of the exam fee |
| Payment window | A booking is held about 48 hours; unpaid slots are released |
| Proof of payment | Keep the money receipt / transaction ID, which you may need to upload |
| ID requirement | The passport you register with must be the one you bring on test day |
What does the IELTS fee include?
More than the test itself: registration includes official preparation materials, practice tests from the provider, and your Test Report Form (TRF). For computer-delivered candidates, results typically arrive within 1–5 days. Five additional TRFs for universities are included; each one beyond that costs ৳2,400, and couriered paper copies may cost extra.
Which cities in Bangladesh have IELTS test centres?
Tests run regularly in Dhaka, Chattogram and Sylhet, with sessions also organised in Khulna, Rajshahi, Cumilla, Jashore, Bogura, Barishal and Maulvibazar depending on demand and provider. IELTS in Bangladesh is computer-delivered only now; paper-based sittings have been withdrawn. Dhaka has the most dates, with sittings up to three times a day, followed by Chattogram and Sylhet.
How do I avoid paying the fee twice?
Only book when your practice band already meets your target. The most common ৳31,100 mistake in Bangladesh is booking on hope: a candidate needing 7.0 books at a practice level of 6.0, falls short, and pays again. Take full mock tests until your score is stable at or above target, and if a single section underperforms on test day, check whether One Skill Retake (retaking just that section within 60 days) is accepted by your destination organisation before paying for a full resit.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the IELTS exam cost in Bangladesh in 2026?
Since 4 September 2026 the computer-delivered IELTS (Academic or General Training) costs ৳31,100 with both British Council and IDP, up from ৳29,600. IELTS for UKVI is ৳34,850, IELTS Life Skills is ৳24,750 and a One Skill Retake is ৳18,600. Fees track the USD to BDT exchange rate and have moved more than once in 2026, so confirm on the official BC or IDP page before paying.
Can I pay the IELTS fee with bKash?
Yes. Both British Council and IDP accept bKash, Nagad, Rocket and cards (Visa/Mastercard/Amex, DBBL Nexus) through their online booking portals. Mobile-banking gateways may add roughly a 1–2% convenience fee on top of the exam fee.
Is the IELTS fee the same at British Council and IDP?
Effectively yes. Both providers charge the same standardised fee for the same test type in Bangladesh, and the test itself is identical. Choose based on venue location and available dates, not price.
What happens if I don’t pay within the deadline?
An online booking is held for a limited window (typically 48 hours). If payment is not completed in time, the slot is released and you must book again, which matters in peak season when dates fill up.
Does the IELTS fee include a refund if I cancel?
Cancellation and transfer policies are set by the test provider: cancelling well before test day usually returns the fee minus an administrative charge, while late cancellations without documented grounds (such as medical certificates) may forfeit most of it. Read the provider’s cancellation policy before booking.
Is there a cheaper way to prepare than retaking the exam?
Retaking the full exam is the most expensive way to fix one weak section. If you practice to a stable band before you book, and use One Skill Retake when only one section falls short, you pay ৳18,600 instead of a full ৳31,100 resit. A month of unlimited AI-scored practice costs less than 2% of one exam fee.
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