IELTS Exam Fee in Nepal (2026): Current Price
In short
The standard IELTS Academic or General Training test in Nepal costs NPR 33,000–36,000 (about US$250) as of July 2026, at both British Council & IDP. Fees are set locally and change over time, so confirm the current amount on the official booking page before you pay.
IELTS fees in Nepal by test type
| Test type | Fee (NPR (रू)) |
|---|---|
| Academic / General Training | NPR 33,000–36,000 · about US$250 |
| IELTS for UKVI | NPR 36,400 |
| IELTS Life Skills | NPR 29,000 |
Test providers
British Council & IDP
Delivery
Computer & paper
One Skill Retake
Available
Results
2–5 days (computer), ~13 days (paper)
Widely available in Kathmandu, Pokhara, Biratnagar, Butwal, Chitwan.
Always confirm the current fee
The British Council and IDP charge the same fee in Nepal, and computer-delivered is a little cheaper than paper-based. Figures move with periodic reviews. IELTS fees are set locally by the British Council and IDP and can change, so the figures above (verified July 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 on a computer-delivered test, the One Skill Retake is usually far cheaper than a full resit.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the IELTS exam cost in Nepal in 2026?
The standard IELTS Academic or General Training test costs in the region of NPR 33,000–36,000 in 2026, with computer-delivered slightly cheaper than paper. IELTS for UKVI is around NPR 36,400 and Life Skills around NPR 29,000. Confirm the current figure on the IDP or British Council Nepal website before booking.
Is the IELTS fee the same at the British Council and IDP in Nepal?
Yes. Both charge the same official fee in Nepal, so choose your provider on test dates, location, and convenience rather than price. Computer-delivered results also arrive faster (2–5 days) than paper (around 13 days).