OET Test Slot Booking: Slot Availability, How and Where to Book the OET Slots

OET

Raj Vimal
Updated on Jun 18, 2025 19:08 IST

By Raj Vimal, Assistant Manager Editorial

To make the OET slot booking, applicants need to have an online MyOET profile. The Cambridge Boxhill Language Assessment Trust (CBLA) conducts the OET Exam at multiple locations in India. Candidates need to complete the basic register for the exam as all OET Test Centres would only have a limited number of seats available for candidates to the OET exam on a particular test date.

The OET exam is held multiple times around the year on specific dates and test centres across major cities in India. The test centres work on a first-come-first-serve basis and hence candidates are usually advised to make OET slot booking early. Also, the exam conducting body offers OET at Home options to those applicants who don't want to appear at the exam centre. In this article, we are going to be discussing OET slot booking and how to book OET 2025 slot.

OET slot booking
 
Q:   How many days before we can book OET?
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Bookings for each test administration close 10 calendar days before the scheduled start time for the Listening, Reading and Writing sub-tests. Candidates may select from available start times and days within a test administration window.

Q:   How do I book slot for OET exam?
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To make GRE slot booking, you need to follow these steps:

  • Log in to your MyOET account or create a new one (If new user).
  • Choose your OET exam centre.
  • Select the test type, which you want to appear.
  • Select preferred OET dates and time.
  • Fill up correct information.
  • Complete the payment process using a credit or debit card.
  • Review your booking details and confirm
Q:   How and where can I find the OET exam dates for India?
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Students can check the latest OET dates on the official website of exam. The dates of Occupational English Test do not change depending on country or test centre location. Test takers can take the test on their the nearest according the dates suitable for them.

Table of content
  • OET Slot Booking 2025
  • OET 2025 Registration
  • OET Exam Dates 2025
  • OET 2025 Exam Centres
  • OET 2025 Test Cancellation & Accommodation Policy
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OET Slot Booking 2025

In this section, we will discuss the process involved in booking your OET exam. Candidates should note that in the OET slot booking. There are mainly three steps that are involved, these include the OET Registration process, booking your OET Exam Dates and selecting your OET Test Centre. Let us learn about them individually.

How to Book OET Slot?

If you want book your OET 2025 slot you first need to register. You choose exam mode what you like, the nearest test centre, and the test date. You also must pay registration fee for OET slot booking. You can pay OET exam fees with credit card.

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Q:   Is it difficult to book OET slot?
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OET slot booking process is so easy. The only challenge will be finding a slot in popular test centres during the peak seasons. avoid booking in last minutes. It can put you in stress. If you're facing difficulties in booking a slot, consider contacting the OET helpline or your the nearest test center for assistance.

Q:   How is OET different from other English Tests?
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The OET is designed for 12 specific healthcare professions and candidates belonging to a similar discipline are advised to take the exam. As part of the OET Exam Pattern, the exam requires candidates to solve healthcare scenarios during the English and Communication Skills tests. Thus, OET exam is profession specific, however exams like the TOEFL or IELTS or even Duolingo and PTE are not profession specific, they can be taken by anyone who are applying for admissions abroad at UG or PG or even Doctoral level. These exams are referred to as ELP or English Language Proficiency exams and are also for the purpose of submission for visa applications. 

Q:   What is the difference between OET slot booking and OET registration?
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OET registration is one-time process where you create your new profile using personal details, and photo id. On the other hand, OET slot booking, You can book multiple slots for the OET exam after registering.  It allows you to choose your preferred test centre and test type. At last you pay the required OET test fee.

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OET 2025 Registration

Candidates looking to appear for the exam are required to successfully complete the OET registration. Candidates can only register through the online method. There is no offline or registration through email/phone facility available.. The process for registering for the OET exam is as follows.

  • Candidates are required to visit the official OET page: https://www.occupationalenglishtest.org/ 
  • Candidates are required to thoroughly go through the ‘OET Terms and Conditions and the ‘OET Test Regulations' before registering for the test.
  • Candidates are required to enter in their details such as their name, address, date of birth and ID number, which are required to match your ID document exactly – or the candidate will be barred from appearing for the OET exam on the test day.
  • Candidates would be required to have in possession their digital photo which they would be required to upload on their OET application form.
  • In the process, candidates would be also required to upload a photo identification document preferably their valid Indian passport which they would also be required to carry with them to the test venue.
  • Candidates would be then required to select their preferred test date and test centre to appear for the exam.
  • On successful review of their application form and selected test date and centre, candidates would be then required to pay the OET Exam fee of $587AUD which includes a booking fee of $7AUD.
  • Congratulations. You have successfully booked yourself an OET Slot for the exam.

Note: If in case there are changes that need to be incorporated in the OET application form, candidates are required to contact the exam conducting body on the contact information provided on the OET's official website.

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Q:   What is the OET exam registration fee for Indian students?
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The OET exam fee for Indian students is approximately INR 31,822. This fee covers all four sub-tests: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. You can book OET sub sections also. Below, we have mentioned:

OET Sub-sections

OET Exam Fees in India

OET Exam Fees in INR

To sit for all four OET sub-tests, including the AUD 7 online booking

AUD 587

INR 32,273 (AUD $1 = 55.02)

To sit for three OET sub-tests, including the AUD 7 online booking

AUD 515

INR 28,332 (AUD $1 = 55.02)

to sit for two OET sub-tests, including the AUD $7 online booking 

AUD 415

INR 22,831 (AUD $1 = 55.02)

to sit for one OET sub-test, including the AUD $7 online booking 

AUD $315

INR 17,329 (AUD $1 = 55.02)

Q:   How to register for OET in 5 steps?
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Here are 5 steps to register for the OET exam:

  • Visit the official OET website (OET.com) and sign up. Create Your MyOET Account and ensure the information is correct.
  • Select your healthcare profession at the time of completing registration. Then select your preferred test mode such as OET on Paper, OET on Computer at a Venue, or OET at Home.
  • Now select the date and centre of your city. For OET at Home, you just need to select preferred date and time slot.
  • Complete Profile & Upload ID.
  • Pay the registration fee AUD 587 by using a credit/debit card.
Q:   Is having a valid passport mandatory for the OET test?
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Yes, for most Indian test-takers, having a valid passport is mandatory for the OET test. According to the official OET guidelines, a valid and unexpired passport is an important documents needed  as the primary form of identification for registration.

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OET Exam Dates 2025

Available in over 120 locations across 40 countries, OET is held multiple times every year. Similarly, in India, OET is held 24 times in a given year or twice a month and is available in popular cities across India. Though OET test dates are available every month, however, candidates can only register for the OET exam for the next three test dates at a time.

Check out the upcoming dates for OET exam 2025:

OET Paper-Based Test Dates 2025 OET Registration Window OET Results Dates 2025
Saturday, April 26, 2025 November 27, 2024 - April 2, 2025 Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Saturday, May 10, 2025 November 27, 2024 - April 16, 2025 Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Saturday, May 24, 2025 November 27, 2024 - April 30, 2025 Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Saturday, June 14, 2025 November 27, 2024 - May 19, 2025 Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Saturday, June 28, 2025 November 27, 2024 - June 4, 2025 Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Saturday, July 12, 2025 November 27, 2024 - June 18, 2025 Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Saturday, July 26, 2025 November 27, 2024 - July 2, 2025 Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Saturday, August 9, 2025 December 16, 2024 - August 1, 2025 Friday, August 15, 2025
Saturday, August 23, 2025 December 16, 2024 - August 8, 2025 Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Saturday, September 6, 2025 December 16, 2024 - August 22, 2025 Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Saturday, September 20, 2025 December 16, 2024 - September 5, 2025 Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Saturday, October 4, 2025 December 16, 2024 - September 19, 2025 Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Saturday, October 18, 2025 December 16, 2024 - October 3, 2025 Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Saturday, November 1, 2025 December 16, 2024 - October 17, 2025 Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Saturday, November 15, 2025 December 16, 2024 - October 31, 2025 Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Saturday, November 29, 2025 December 16, 2024 - November 14, 2025 Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Saturday, December 13, 2025 December 16, 2024 - November 28, 2025 Tuesday, December 30, 2025

Additional OET Test on Paper test date 2025 (India only)

OET Paper-Based Test Dates 2025 OET Registration Window OET Results Dates 2025
Saturday, April 26, 2025 27 March 2025 - 25 August 2025 Thursday, 18 September 2025
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the best time to take OET Exam?
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Any time is the best time to take the OET exam if you are well-prepared and confident. Candidates who have studied their medical course well at a reputable institution often have an advantage. Unlike other English proficiency exams, the OET primarily focuses on assessing candidates' ability to communicate with patients.

Q:   How many times is OET exam conducted in a year? Can you share the dates for the same?
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OET is conducted multiple times a year. Number of OET exams held in a year varies depending on location. To get exact upcoming OET dates, you can check official website of the Occupational English Test. Here is process:

  • Visit the official website of OET.
  • Select the "OET Test" option.
  • Click on "Book Now".
  • Now, select the date list based on "Test Type". 
Q:   What dates are available for the OET exam?
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The OET exam dates are available every month. You can check the official website of the Occupational English Test to find the upcoming exam dates. Note that, the dates vary for the test on paper and the test on computer.

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OET 2025 Exam Centres

The OET exam centres are located at 120 locations in 40 countries. In India, the OET test is held across major cities such as:

  • Ahmedabad
  • Amritsar
  • Bangalore
  • Chandigarh
  • Chennai
  • Coimbatore
  • Hyderabad
  • Kochi
  • Kolkata
  • Mumbai
  • New Delhi
  • Pune

Also,  you can check the nearest OET exam centres here at one click. 

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Q:   Where can I take the OET exam?
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Candidates can take the OET test from a test centre near their location. However, the OET at Home would be an OET computer-based test that would be conducted from the safety of the home of the candidate. You are suggested to visit the official website of OET and click on the 'Find a Test Venue' tab to find the nearest OET test centre.

Q:   Where are OET exam centres located in India?
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There are 49 OET test centres in India located in different cities of the country. Students can check the complete list of these centres and choose the nearest one for appearing in the test. You will get the chance to select a test centre during OET registration process

Q:   What all things should I take with me to my OET exam centre?
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Here are the things you can carry with you at the OET exam centres:

  • Your valid (passport or adhar card for Indian students)
  • Non-mechanical pens
  • 2B pencils
  • Eraser
  • Sharpner
  • Transparent stationary holder
  • Clear bottle of water without label 

Apart from this, you can carry your phone but you need to leave it outside the room.

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OET 2025 Test Cancellation & Accommodation Policy

Read on to know about the OET Cancellation and Accommodation rules set up by CBLA.  

OET Special Arrangements/Accommodation

CBLA – the conducting body of OET is committed to providing suitable arrangements to all candidates with special requirements. However, there is a procedure for the same. All requests for special arrangements should be made with all the required details, and the same should be supported with documentary proof.  The special arrangement request should be made as early as possible for the benefit of the candidate as well as the conducting body. CBLA guarantees that all requests will be looked into personally. However, in case special arrangements are not fulfilled, then the test venue or test date would be deferred to accommodate the candidate, gratis or the candidate can apply for a full refund.

OET Cancellation Rules

Many times candidates register for OET exam but they cannot appear for some reasons. In this case, you should check official website for withdrawal policy and withdrawal fees. If you already registered and want new date or new venue or both, you must pay extra fee for date change or venue change if it is available. Always look official website for latest deferral fees and venue change fees.

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Q:   What is the cancellation fee for OET exam?
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The OET cancellation fee varies depending on the timeline of cancellation of your test. You can cancel your OET on Paper test for a refund up to one week before test day. Similarly, OET on Computer test cancellation is allowed at least two before the test date.

If you cancel after the booking closing date:

  • OET on Paper: AUD 200 + AUD 7 non-refundable booking fee
  • OET on Computer or OET at Home: AUD 200.
Q:   What kind of ID do I need for OET at Home on test day?
A: 

You only need your valid passport, a government approved Photo ID card, passport size photo and payment confirmation slip. All of these documents should be in soft copy and in hard copy at the time of taking the test.

Q:   Is the OET fee refundable?
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Candidates looking to cancel their OET exam can get a refund on their OET exam fee if they withdraw or cancel their OET exam two days before the start of their first test. If the candidate withdraws or cancels less than two days before the OET test start time they will be entitled to no refund.

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Baljeet Kaur

7 months ago

Hi Raj Vimal, there is also a centre in Uttar Pradesh - Lucknow Teleperformance - Shivani Public School, Sector O, Mansarovar Yojna, (Opposite Punjab National Bank) Shaheed Path, Kanpur Road, Lucknow - 226012

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Hola, teniendo nacionalidad y residencia primaria de Cuba, si voy a un país donde se realice el exámen puedo hacer el OET?

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Adil N

a year ago

I always struggle with the reading part- and be careful of scum and scammers who Are roaming around Facebook trying to get your money and say they can make sure to get a pass for you! I am doing this test for a 3rd time, as I have always failed on the reading section. Good Luck and I hope this OET r

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Abhi Yadav

a year ago

any one who score 125 score in 2024 please share me

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Jessica Jacob

a year ago

I have written on April 6 till now I haven't received result and it's under final quality assurance check

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