IELTS test centres in Chennai
IDP's booking form offered two Chennai venues on 9 October 2026: Chennai and Chennai – Adyar. IDP's IELTS on computer centre list calls the first Chennai (Egmore). Both are on IDP's UKVI-approved centre list as accessible labs that run IELTS for UKVI and One Skill Retake.
The form also offers IELTS (Writing on Paper) at both venues, and Chennai is one of the 13 cities where it offered IELTS Life Skills. The calendar on IDP's Chennai page listed IELTS on Computer sessions on 55 days between 12 October and 31 December 2026.
| IDP venue (as IDP names it) | Formats on IDP's lists | In IDP's booking form on 9 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Chennai (Egmore) | IELTS on Computer, Writing on Paper, IELTS for UKVI, One Skill Retake | Yes, as "Chennai" |
| Chennai – Adyar | IELTS on Computer, Writing on Paper, IELTS for UKVI, One Skill Retake | Yes |
PTE test centres in Chennai
Pearson's test centre finder listed one PTE centre in Chennai on 9 October 2026: Pearson Professional Centers – Chennai, run by Pearson itself.
Pearson's finder does not say which tests each centre runs on which day. When you book, choose PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI or PTE Core first and then your city; only centres with slots for that test appear.
| Pearson test centre | Type |
|---|---|
| Pearson Professional Centers – Chennai | Pearson Professional Center (run by Pearson) |
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Both providers charge one national price, so Chennai costs the same as every other Indian city. The amounts below were read on 9 October 2026 on IDP India's fee page and Pearson's price finder with India selected. Some IDP city pages still quote INR 18,000 in their overview text; the fee page lists INR 19,000. For refund and transfer rules, see our IELTS fee in India and PTE fee in India guides.
| Test | Fee in India |
|---|---|
| IELTS on Computer (Academic or General Training) | INR 19,000 |
| IELTS Writing on Paper (Academic or General Training) | INR 19,000 |
| IELTS for UKVI (on computer) | 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 |
Other centres in Tamil Nadu
IDP also has a UKVI-approved lab in Coimbatore (Avinashi Main Road) and lists Madurai and Tiruchirappalli on its city directory. Pearson's only other Tamil Nadu centre is RVS College of Arts and Science in Coimbatore; beyond the state, Bangalore has three. See our Bengaluru, Coimbatore and Hyderabad guides.
How to book, what ID to bring, and when results arrive
IELTS: book online on IDP India's site, in person at an IDP branch or registration partner, or by courier (how to register). Pick the test first, then the module and the test city, and choose a Chennai venue from the list. IDP asks for a copy of your passport (first and last pages, plus any observation pages) and you must bring the original passport on test day.
PTE: book on pearsonpte.com or through an authorised PTE partner. Choose the test, enter Chennai, pick a centre and a slot at least 24 hours ahead (Pearson's booking guide). Pearson's ID policy asks for a valid passport for all PTE tests, and your booking name must match it exactly.
Results: IDP's results page says IELTS on Computer results are typically available within 1–2 days of the test and paper results 7 days after it; IDP gives seven days for Life Skills. Pearson says PTE results typically arrive within two days. Before you pay, try a free IELTS mock test or a free PTE mock test to check you are ready.
Frequently asked questions
How many IELTS centres are there in Chennai?+
Two IDP computer labs, Egmore and Adyar, both offered in IDP's booking form on 9 October 2026.
Is there a PTE centre in Chennai?+
Yes, one: Pearson Professional Centers – Chennai. Tamil Nadu's only other PTE centre is in Coimbatore.
Is IELTS for UKVI available in Chennai?+
Yes, at both the Egmore and Adyar labs. It costs INR 19,250.
How much is the IELTS exam fee in Chennai?+
INR 19,000 for Academic or General Training, the same in every Indian city. PTE Academic is INR 18,900.
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