IELTS in Barnala: venue and formats
Barnala appears on IDP's UKVI and One Skill Retake centre page as an IELTS on computer lab with One Skill Retake, without the UKVI Approved mark. IDP notes that the lab has limited accessibility for people with disabilities and suggests Ludhiana instead. On 13 October 2026 IDP's booking form offered IELTS on computer and Writing on Paper on 52 dates each between 16 October and 31 December 2026, mostly Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and weekends.
The booking form also listed IELTS for UKVI sessions in Barnala from 1 November 2026. Because Barnala is not marked UKVI approved on IDP's list, candidates who need a UKVI test should check the venue on their confirmation or book Bathinda, Ludhiana or Patiala, which are.
| Test | Available in the city? | Notes and nearest alternative |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS on computer | Yes, Barnala lab | Limited accessibility; IDP suggests Ludhiana |
| IELTS Writing on Paper | Yes | Listening and Reading on computer, Writing by hand |
| IELTS for UKVI | Sessions from 1 Nov 2026 | Not marked UKVI approved; Bathinda, Ludhiana, Patiala are |
| IELTS Life Skills (A1, B1) | No | Chandigarh or Jalandhar |
| One Skill Retake | Yes | Book within 60 days of a full computer test |
| PTE Academic, UKVI, Core | Yes, 1 centre | HCL Tech - Barnala |
PTE in Barnala
Pearson's test centre finder lists one centre in Barnala: HCL Tech - Barnala, a partner venue. With a single centre, slots can run short; the next nearest are the two centres in Bathinda (TUV SUD South Asia and HCL Tech) and the two in Ludhiana, one of them a Pearson Professional Center.
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Practical points for Barnala test takers
Sangrur is in IDP's city directory but was not a test city in the booking form on 13 October 2026, so Sangrur candidates usually book Barnala or Patiala. From Moga, Barnala is one of the nearest PTE options.
IELTS and PTE fees for Barnala 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 Barnala 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 Barnala, 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; IDP lists this one as "Barnala". 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 centre in Barnala?+
Yes. IDP runs a Barnala lab for IELTS on computer, Writing on Paper and One Skill Retake.
Is there a PTE centre in Barnala?+
Yes, one: HCL Tech - Barnala, a partner venue on Pearson's finder.
Is the Barnala IELTS lab UKVI approved?+
It is not marked UKVI approved on IDP's list, although the booking form showed UKVI sessions from 1 November 2026. Bathinda, Ludhiana and Patiala are approved.
How much is IELTS in Barnala?+
INR 19,000 for IELTS on computer or Writing on Paper. PTE Academic is INR 18,900.
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