When can I take the test?

You can take an IELTS test at our centre in Manama. All tests begin at 0900. The listening, reading and writing tests are taken on the dates below The speaking test may be on the same day or on another day, usually a Thursday.

IELTS Test Dates 2012

Month Day Date Test Module
March Thursday 08/03/2012 Academic ONLY
Saturday 17/03/2012 Academic ONLY
Saturday 31/03/2012 Academic and General
April Thursday 12/04/2012 Academic and General
Saturday 21/04/2012 Academic and General
Saturday 28/04/2012 Academic ONLY
May Saturday 12/05/2012 Academic and General
Saturday 19/05/2012 Academic ONLY
Saturday 26/05/2012 Academic and General
June Saturday 09/06/2012 Academic and General
Thursday 14/06/2012 Academic ONLY
Saturday 30/06/2012 Academic and General
July Saturday 07/07/2012 Academic ONLY
Thursday 12/07/2012 Academic and General
Saturday 21/07/2012 Academic and General
Saturday 28/07/2012 Academic ONLY
August Saturday 04/08/2012 Academic and General
Thursday 09/08/2012 Academic ONLY
Saturday 25/08/2012 Academic and General
September Saturday 01/09/2012 Academic and General
Saturday 15/09/2012 Academic ONLY
Saturday 22/09/2012 Academic and General
October Thursday 11/10/2012 Academic ONLY
Saturday 13/10/2012 Academic and General
Saturday 20/10/2012 Academic ONLY
November Saturday 03/11/2012 Academic ONLY
Thursday 08/11/2012 Academic and General
Saturday 17/11/2012 Academic and General
December Saturday 01/12/2012 Academic and General
Thursday 06/12/2012 Academic ONLY
Saturday 08/12/2012 Academic and General

Test date registration ends 2 weeks prior to the exam date or when all available vacancies have been occupied.

How much will the test cost?

The test fee is BD80.
Please note that there will be a BD15 extra charge for overseas candidates.

When will I get my results?

You will be able to view your results through IELTS results page 13 days after the test date.
Local candidates will be able to collect their Test Report from the and overseas candidates will receive their reports by courier. (Saturday test results available on Thursday, Thursday test results available on Wednesday).Results cannot be given out over the telephone, by fax or e-mail.

How do I prepare for the test?

We can help you prepare for your test with an IELTS study pack, containing a CD-ROM, handbook, exam information, and practice papers. The pack costs BD15.
You can also join one of our preparation courses to help you achieve the best results. (Visit our English courses page for dates and details)

Can I change my test date?

You can request a change to your test date and this will cost a transfer fee of BD 10. However, you cannot make this request less than five weeks before the test; if you do, you will need to pay the full registration fee again.
All you need to do is to fill and submit the Transfer/Cancellation form.

Can I cancel my test?

Yes you can. However, all cancellations must be made at least five weeks before the test date and will be subject to a cancellation fee of BD 10. If you cancel your registration less than five weeks before the test, you will not receive a refund.
All you need to do is to fill and submit the Transfer/Cancellation form.

Can I retake the test?

Yes, you can. Just complete an application form online.

Find out more about IELTS

If you require further details please contact our exams team.
You can find out more about IELTS test (levels, what the test includes) on our Middle East website. You can also e-mail our exams team or visit the main IELTS website.