IELTS for Aurangabad candidates: Pune or the Mumbai region
Aurangabad does not appear in IDP India's city directory or among the test cities in its online booking form. The nearest IDP test city is Pune, listed in the booking form as Pune - Shivaji Nagar, then Navi Mumbai, Thane and Mumbai. All four are on IDP's UKVI-approved list with One Skill Retake.
Pune - Shivaji Nagar offered IELTS on computer on 54 dates between 16 October and 31 December 2026 but Writing on Paper on only 21; Thane offered paper on all 51 of its dates.
| Test | Available in the city? | Notes and nearest alternative |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS on computer | No | Pune, then Navi Mumbai, Thane, Mumbai |
| IELTS Writing on Paper | No | Thane has the most paper dates |
| IELTS for UKVI | No | Pune or the Mumbai-region labs (all UKVI approved) |
| IELTS Life Skills (A1, B1) | No | Pune or Mumbai (South) |
| One Skill Retake | No | Pune or the Mumbai-region labs |
| PTE Academic, UKVI, Core | No | Pune, then Mumbai (Andheri) |
PTE for Aurangabad candidates
Pearson's test centre finder lists no centre in Marathwada. The nearest is the Pearson Professional Center in Pune, then the Pearson Professional Center in Andheri, Mumbai. Those are Maharashtra's only two PTE centres.
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Practical points for Aurangabad test takers
Pune is the simplest single destination: it has an IDP lab with UKVI, a Pearson Professional Center and IELTS Life Skills. Search for Pune, not Aurangabad or Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, in both booking forms.
IELTS and PTE fees for Aurangabad candidates
Fees do not change by city. IDP charges one national price for IELTS (IDP India fee page) and Pearson sets one price for PTE in India (test centers and fees), so a test taken by a Aurangabad candidate costs exactly what it costs in Delhi or Mumbai. Travelling to another city never makes the test cheaper; it only changes the dates and formats on offer. Figures read on 13 October 2026; see the IELTS fee in India and PTE fee in India guides for refund and transfer rules.
| Test | Fee in India (every city) |
|---|---|
| IELTS on computer (Academic or General Training) | INR 19,000 |
| IELTS Writing on Paper (Academic or General Training) | INR 19,000 |
| IELTS for UKVI | INR 19,250 |
| IELTS Life Skills (A1 or B1) | INR 18,000 |
| IELTS One Skill Retake | INR 12,650 |
| PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI or PTE Core | INR 18,900 |
| PTE Home (A1, A2 or B1) | INR 15,300 |
How to book from Aurangabad, ID rules and results
IELTS: book online with IDP India, in person at an IDP branch or registration partner, or by courier (how to register). In the online form choose the test (IELTS on Computer, IELTS Writing on Paper, Computer-delivered IELTS for UKVI or Life Skills), then the module, then the test city. You need your passport to register, and you must carry the original passport on test day.
PTE: on pearsonpte.com choose the exact test first (PTE Academic, Academic UKVI or Core), then the city, centre and a slot at least 24 hours ahead (booking guide). Pearson's identification policy asks for a valid passport, and the name on your booking must match it exactly.
Results: IDP says IELTS on computer results arrive 1 to 2 days after the test (IDP FAQ), Writing on Paper results after 7 calendar days (IDP) and Life Skills results within seven days (IDP). Pearson says most PTE Academic results arrive within two business days, occasionally up to five (PTE Academic). Each attempt costs close to INR 19,000, so check your level first with a free IELTS mock test or free PTE mock test.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an IELTS exam centre in Aurangabad?+
No. Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar) is not on IDP's list of Indian IELTS cities. The nearest test city is Pune.
Is there a PTE centre in Aurangabad?+
No. The nearest is the Pearson Professional Center in Pune, then the one in Mumbai.
Where can I take IELTS UKVI near Aurangabad?+
At IDP's UKVI-approved labs in Pune, Navi Mumbai, Thane or Mumbai.
How much does IELTS cost for Aurangabad candidates?+
INR 19,000 for IELTS on computer or Writing on Paper. PTE Academic is INR 18,900.
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Verified against the linked official sources on 13 October 2026. Rules change: confirm on the official page before you book or apply.
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