English Entrance Exam

Missing the deadline doesn't necessarily mean you can't register. Here are the possibilities:

1. Late registration: You might be able to register late with a late fee, but slots might be limited, and acceptance depends on the center's discretion.
2. Alternative dates: Consider registering for a different date with available slots, even if it's not your ideal choice.
3. Wait for cancellations: Keep checking the websites as cancellations sometimes open up slots closer to the test date.

Here are two ways to check if an IELTS test centre iin India is closed on a specific date:

1. Test center website: Most centers have their website or social media pages where they announce closures or schedule changes.
2. Contact the center directly: Call or email the test center for confirmation about their operation on your chosen date.

The IELTS computer-delivered test is conducted on all days of the week including weekends. However, national holidays and major festivals are days when no IELTS test is held. When we talk about the IELTS paper-delivered test. The IELTS on paper is held four times a month and 48 times a year. They are mainly held on Saturdays and Thursdays. 

You can book IELTS test dates months in advance. However, remember that popular IELTS dates, especially during peak seasons, fill up quickly. Booking early ensures a wider range of options.

IELTS test dates are available throughout the year in India. Candidates can find the latest IELTS test schedule on our website or on the official IDP website. 

Yes, several alternative English language proficiency tests are widely accepted by universities abroad, offering greater flexibility to students seeking admission. Popular English language proficiency tests include

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT)
• Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic)
• Duolingo English Test

No, there are no additional charges for booking IELTS 2026 slots through official IDP website. Displayed fee during the booking process is only and final amount you will have to pay.

IDP - the conducting body of the IELTS exam gives a list of test centers across India. To find the available centers in your city, visit the official website or our IELTS Test Centre page.

Unfortunately, missing your booked IELTS slot without informing the test center beforehand or having a valid reason for absence results in forfeiting your entire test fee. This means you lose the money you paid for the test and will need to re-register and pay again if you wish to reschedule.

The minimum necessary TOEFL score for undergraduate admission is 80 for the internet-based test (iBT) and 550 for the paper-based test (PBT), according to the information available on the Loyola University Chicago website. The minimal TOEFL score needed for graduate admission is 80 on the iBT and 550 on the PBT. Meeting the minimal requirements, however, does not ensure admission as the university takes into account additional elements such extracurricular activity, academic standing, and recommendation letters.Thus, a TOEFL score of 85 is sufficient to meet Loyola University Chicago's minimal admission requirements.