Q: What is the difference between paper-based and computer-delivered IELTS?

If you choose to take IELTS on computer , you will take the Listening, Reading and Writing test parts using a computer. If you choose to take the IELTS on paper, you will complete the Writing, Reading and Listening test parts on paper. The Speaking test for both paper and computer are face to face with an examiner. This is the best way to measure your speaking skills as it takes a more realistic approach: a life-like conversation with an examiner. IELTS on computer vs IELTS on paper

Question 1

If I take IELTS on Paper, can I write notes in the question booklets?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you are encouraged to write notes on the question booklets. IELTS examiners do not have access to your question booklets.

Question 2

Do I have to write in pencil for the paper-based IELTS test?

Accepted Answer

Pencil is recommended for the IELTS Listening, Reading, and Writing tests. It also means that you can easily erase and rewrite words. If you forget to bring a pencil, the test centre will provide one for you.

Question 3

What is the difference between paper-based and computer-delivered IELTS?

Accepted Answer

If you choose to take IELTS on computer, you will take the Listening, Reading and Writing test parts using a computer.
If you choose to take the  IELTS on paper,  you will complete the Writing, Reading and Listening test parts on paper.
The Speaking test for both paper and computer  are  face to face with an examiner. This is the best way  to measure  your  speaking skills  as it takes a more  realistic  approach: a life-like conversation with an examiner.
IELTS on computer vs IELTS on paper

Question 4

Can I bring in my own pen and paper into the IELTS test?

Accepted Answer

For both paper-based and computer-delivered IELTS, you will not  be able to bring your own paper into the test for security reasons.
If you are sitting  computer-delivered  IELTS, we  will provide you with a pencil and paper.  You also receive paper for your Speaking  test to help you organise your thoughts as you speak with the examiner.  

Question 5

I haven't got my results 13 days after the test. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

We post your test results to you as soon as they are released, which is  2  to 5 days for computer-delivered IELTS and  13 calendar days for paper-based IELTS. Some test centres will allow test takers to pick up their Test Report Form directly from the centre, so we recommend contacting them prior to the release of results to discuss this.
If you  have  been waiting on your IELTS Test Report Form (TFR) with your official result, but have  not received it, we recommend contacting your test centre. In some rare circumstances, IELTS results can be delayed because of security and integrity reasons.
If there are concerns about any matter associated with your test and if it  is  considered that malpractice may have occurred, you will be advised that your results have been withheld. In exceptional circumstances, it may be required that you need to re-sit one or more IELTS test parts.

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