IELTS for Guwahati candidates: Kolkata
IDP has a Guwahati page in its city directory, but Guwahati was not among the test cities in IDP's online booking form on 13 October 2026, and no other city in the North East was either.
The nearest IDP lab is Kolkata - Park Street in Kolkata, on IDP's UKVI-approved list for IELTS on computer, UKVI and One Skill Retake. Kolkata is also an IELTS Life Skills city. The next nearest lab is in Bhubaneswar.
| Test | Available in the city? | Notes and nearest alternative |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS on computer | No test dates | Kolkata |
| IELTS Writing on Paper | No | Kolkata (fewer paper dates) or Bhubaneswar |
| IELTS for UKVI | No | Kolkata (UKVI approved) |
| IELTS Life Skills (A1, B1) | No | Kolkata |
| One Skill Retake | No | Kolkata |
| PTE Academic, UKVI, Core | No | Kolkata (1 centre) |
PTE for Guwahati candidates
Pearson's test centre finder lists no centre in Assam or the other north-eastern states. The nearest is Global Reach Education Services in Kolkata, a partner venue and the only PTE centre in eastern India.
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Practical points for Guwahati test takers
Because both tests mean a trip to Kolkata, book the test and your travel together, and check the Speaking time on your confirmation before you plan the trip. Kolkata had IELTS on computer on 50 dates between 17 October and 31 December 2026, but Writing on Paper on only 20. Siliguri candidates face the same choice; see our Siliguri guide.
IELTS and PTE fees for Guwahati 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 Guwahati 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 Guwahati, 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 Guwahati?+
Not with bookable dates on 13 October 2026. IDP lists Guwahati in its directory, but the nearest test city in its booking form is Kolkata.
Is there a PTE centre in Guwahati?+
No. Pearson lists no PTE centre in the North East. The nearest is Global Reach Education Services in Kolkata.
Where can I take IELTS UKVI near Guwahati?+
At IDP's UKVI-approved Kolkata - Park Street lab.
How much does IELTS cost for Guwahati candidates?+
INR 19,000 for IELTS on computer or Writing on Paper, the same everywhere in India.
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