Starting 21 June 2026, all IELTS tests will be delivered on computer, providing a faster, more efficient and streamlined testing experience.

 

Do your IELTS booking online and access free IELTS preparation materials from the British Council today. 

Book your IELTS test in the Philippines

When you register for IELTS with the British Council, you also get:

  • Your free access to the premium online preparation course: 'IELTS Ready Premium'
  • Results typically within 2 days for IELTS on computer
  • Five extra Test Report Forms for free  – and we also send them free of charge to institutions you're applying to (e.g. immigration offices, universities etc.)

Available IELTS exam dates and how to book online

You can take your IELTS test at one of our official test centres in the Philippines 
All you need is a valid identification document and a bank card if you want to pay online. Here’s where you can view the British Council IELTS schedule with available IELTS exam dates.
 
You can also take IELTS Online (IELTS Academic only) from the comfort of your home or any private space with a stable internet connection.
 
Test type
Fee
Book
IELTS Academic
- in centre 
PHP 14,470
IELTS Academic Online
- remote (computer)
 PHP 14,470
IELTS General Training
- in centre 
PHP 14,470
IELTS for UKVI Academic
- in centre 
PHP 16,230
IELTS for UKVI General Training
- in centre 
PHP 16,230
IELTS for UKVI Life Skills (A1 and B1)
PHP 11,260
IELTS One Skill Retake 
PHP 9,120
IELTS One Skill Retake for UKVI
PHP 10,250

To book the IELTS exam you need to follow these steps:

I. Upload a clear copy of your valid ID. Please note that candidates under 18 years of age have to supply written consent by a parent or guardian in order to apply for a test place. Below is a list of valid IDs:

  • Passport
  • GSIS/SSS ID
  • PRC License
  • UMID
  • National ID - ORIGINAL ID Card
  • ePhilID - electronic ID with QR code
    -  If using the ePhilID, kindly ensure that it has been verified through this link: https://verify.philsys.gov.ph/.
    - Bring a printed copy of your ePhilID and screenshots that the ePhilID QR code has been verified. See sample screenshot here

II. Pay for your test through any of the options below. You have 24 hours to complete your IELTS test registration and payment otherwise your registration will be automatically cancelled. 

Option 1: Pay your IELTS exam fee by credit or debit card 

Option 2: Pay your IELTS exam fee through Dragonpay. Use this when paying via these options:

  • BDO Internet Banking
  • Instapay using any bank
  • Metrobank Online Banking
  • QRPH
  • RCBC Online Banking
  • RCBC Online Direct Debit
  • Robinsons Bank Online Bills Payment
  • Security Bank Online Bills Payment
  • Union Bank Online Banking
  • GCash Bills Pay
  • PayMaya Bills Pay

III. Registration should be completed at least four (4) days before your preferred written test date.

More IELTS preparation information about your test

Download and read our Information for Candidates to learn everything you need to know about the IELTS test format, the different exam components and test results.

Group Bookings

If you are an institution or language school and would like your students to take the test at your premises (bulk registration), please complete this form .