IELTS Exam Fee in Singapore (2026): Full Price Table
By Aehtesham Mallick Reshad · Founder of IELTSbiz · Updated September 24, 2026
In short
The standard IELTS Academic or General Training test in Singapore costs S$406–454 (about US$320–355) as of September 2026, booked through British Council & IDP. The test is computer-delivered, with results in 1–5 days. Fees are set locally and change over time, so confirm the current amount on the official booking page before you pay.
IELTS fees in Singapore by test type
| Test type | Fee (SGD (S$)) |
|---|---|
| Academic / General Training | S$406–454 · about US$320–355 |
| IELTS for UKVI | S$455 |
| IELTS Life Skills | S$285 |
| One Skill Retake | S$285 (S$278 for UKVI) |
Test providers
British Council & IDP
Delivery
Computer only
One Skill Retake
Available
Results
1–5 days (computer)
Widely available in Singapore.
Always confirm the current fee
IDP lists the computer-delivered test at S$454 and IELTS for UKVI at S$455, while the British Council lists S$406 for the standard test. Fees are set locally and can change without notice, and cash payment is not accepted (card or NETS only at the British Council office), so confirm the live price on the official booking page before you pay. IELTS fees are set locally by the British Council and IDP and can change, so the figures above (verified September 2026) are a guide — the only reliable amount is the one shown on the official booking page for your test type on the day you book.
The cheapest test is the one you sit once
Whatever the fee, it buys one attempt — so the smartest money is spent walking in already at your target band. Work out the exact section scores you need, then close the gap before test day rather than paying to sit again. And if you fall half a band short in a single skill, the One Skill Retake is usually far cheaper than a full resit. For what else you may pay on top of the fee, see the IELTS exam fee and extra costs guide, or compare fees in every country.
Frequently asked questions
How much does IELTS cost in Singapore in 2026?
As of September 2026, IDP lists the IELTS Academic or General Training test on computer at S$454 and the British Council lists S$406 (about US$320–355), IELTS for UKVI is S$455, and UKVI Life Skills S$285. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current figure on the official booking page before you pay.
Is IELTS One Skill Retake available in Singapore?
Yes. After a full IELTS on computer you can re-sit one skill — Listening, Reading, Writing or Speaking — within 60 days. IDP lists One Skill Retake at S$285 for the regular test and S$278 for UKVI, and you must book with the same passport you used for the original test.