Hi,
The IELTS exam fee is usually in the range of INR 17,000–18,000. Regarding taking the IELTS Academic at any time — a few points to keep in mind while planning: - The IELTS Academic score is intended for academic purposes (e.g. university admissions). - Ensure the institution or country you plan to apply to accepts IELTS Academic as a valid English-language test. - Scores are valid for two years; if your need arises after that period you may need to retake the test. Warm regards, Siva On Thu, Sep 25, 2025 at 9:50 AM Vaibhav Bhandari < [email protected]> wrote: > Hi, > What's the cost of giving this exam? Can we only give the Academic IELTS > (required for university admissions if I'm not wrong) only once we get > admitted to a university or at any time we desire? > > On Wed, Sep 24, 2025 at 11:54 PM Saurav Hegde <[email protected]> > wrote: > >> Hi, >> I haven't given either of these but I am also doing an international >> course. >> I think, the major challenge if, would be inaccessibility of study >> material, I am facing that issue. >> Usually, these bodies are better than Indian bodies in terms of providing >> accommodations while attempting exams. >> >> Warm regards, >> Saurav >> >> >> On Wed, Sep 24, 2025 at 10:46 PM Kunal Mehta <[email protected]> wrote: >> >>> I remember using some youtube videos and most googled writing prompts to >>> practice that section. >>> As per arrangements for both exams, they do have some things in place. >>> However, every step (test accommodations, relevant permissions related to >>> the center, and even availability of results) take much longer than sited >>> folks. >>> I did these 4 years back. Hopefully things are slightly better now. But >>> either ways, please have a lot more time at hand. >>> >>> Thanks, >>> Kunal >>> >>> On Wed, Sep 24, 2025 at 9:57 AM Siva Priya <[email protected]> wrote: >>> >>>> Hi there, >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> IELTS in India is conducted by IDP, and they provide a fairly detailed >>>> set of access arrangements to support candidates with different >>>> disabilities. You can find information on their official website at the >>>> link below: >>>> >>>> Access arrangements >>>> <https://ielts.org/take-a-test/booking-your-test/access-arrangements> >>>> >>>> Having taken the IELTS myself, I found the journey quite confusing at >>>> many stages. However, it was reassuring to know that a system for access >>>> needs does exist. I recall trying out the IELTS prep app by IDP, but >>>> unfortunately found it quite inaccessible. What helped me most was finding >>>> a coach who was willing to adapt to my learning requirements as a visually >>>> impaired test taker. With that support, I was able to achieve a band score >>>> of 7.5, which is considered strong and generally sufficient for admission >>>> into top universities. >>>> >>>> >>>> I’m sharing the process I followed below, in case it helps other >>>> aspirants: >>>> >>>> 1. Decide the type of test you need to take >>>> (Academic/General/UKVI). >>>> >>>> 2. Contact IDP through their helpline at 1800-102-4544 or by email >>>> at [email protected]. >>>> >>>> 3. In your communication, clearly mention: >>>> >>>> o Your disability and the specific support you require. >>>> >>>> o The test type you have chosen. >>>> >>>> o Your passport details. >>>> >>>> o Supporting documents such as your disability certificate, and an >>>> offer letter from a university or employer (depending on your purpose for >>>> taking the test). >>>> >>>> o Your intended test centre. >>>> >>>> 4. They will verify the documents and may request further details >>>> if needed. >>>> >>>> 5. After review, they will let you know the support they can >>>> arrange at your test centre. >>>> >>>> 6. It’s important to keep the dialogue open until you and IDP >>>> reach a clear agreement on the accommodations. For example, in my case, >>>> they initially suggested Braille test papers, but since I am not a native >>>> Braille user, I explained this and they eventually arranged a scribe and >>>> extra time, which worked well. >>>> >>>> 7. Once accommodations are finalised, you can book your test. IDP >>>> usually requires at least six weeks to make these arrangements, so timing >>>> is key. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> I hope this gives a clearer picture of the process. I’d be happy to >>>> walk anyone through the steps one-on-one if that would help—please feel >>>> free to reach out to me directly by email or on WhatsApp (I’m not available >>>> for direct calls as I’m currently based abroad). >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> At Shantha Chandra Family Foundation, we are also working on creating >>>> an inclusive learning programme for IELTS preparation, which we plan to >>>> launch soon. In the meantime, we’re happy to support individual requests >>>> for guidance through the process. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> All the very best! >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> Warm regards, >>>> >>>> Siva >>>> >>>> Co-Founder- Shantha Chandra Family Foundation >>>> >>>> WhatsApp <http://9959954200> >>>> Email <[email protected]> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> On Wed, Sep 24, 2025 at 6:33 PM Anchal Shashi Bhatheja < >>>> [email protected]> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Hi, if anyone is aware of any digital resources for preparation of >>>>> IELTS and TOEFL, then please reach out. Additionally, if anyone could help >>>>> with navigating the process as a visually impaired person Generally, I >>>>> would be very grateful. Many thanks. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Anchal Bhatheja, >>>>> Research Fellow at Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, >>>>> BA. LLB. (Hons.), Batch of 2023, >>>>> National Law School of India University, Bangalore >>>>> >>>>> -- >>>>> Disclaimer: >>>>> 1. Contents of the mails, factual, or otherwise, reflect the thinking >>>>> of the person sending the mail and AI in no way relates itself to its >>>>> veracity; >>>>> >>>>> 2. 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