Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 29 October 2026
IELTS test centres in Muscat
In the British Council's booking system British Council Muscat had IELTS on computer on 59 days to 31 December 2026 and IELTS for UKVI on 61, with a second room in the British Council Building on 33 days. Polyglot in Al Khoud had 16 days, the Military Technological College 6, the Centre for Preparatory Studies at Sultan Qaboos University 5 and the Modern College of Business and Science 2. All were priced at OMR 106 (UKVI OMR 110). Elsewhere in Oman the British Council also listed Sohar, Salalah, Nizwa, Ibri and Buraimi.
IDP's Muscat page listed sessions at Hawthorn Muscat English Language Center, Muscat Training Institute (Muscat University Building), CD IELTS IDP Education Muscat (Test Room) and IDP IELTS Oman - Code Academy Al Khoud; its first 50 listings ran from 31 October to 2 November. IELTS on computer was OMR 106 and the Writing on Paper option OMR 117.
| Provider and venue | Tests | Sessions listed |
|---|---|---|
| British Council Muscat (British Council) | IELTS on computer; IELTS for UKVI | 59 days (UKVI on 61) |
| British Council Building (British Council) | IELTS on computer | 33 days |
| Polyglot - Al Khoud (British Council) | IELTS on computer | 16 days |
| Military Technological College (British Council) | IELTS on computer | 6 days |
| Centre for Preparatory Studies, Sultan Qaboos University (British Council) | IELTS on computer | 5 days |
| Modern College of Business and Science (British Council) | IELTS on computer | 2 days |
| Hawthorn Muscat English Language Center (IDP) | IELTS Academic, General Training, Writing on Paper | Listed from 31 Oct |
| Muscat Training Institute - Muscat University Building (IDP) | IELTS Academic, General Training | Listed from 31 Oct |
| CD IELTS IDP Education Muscat (Test Room) (IDP) | IELTS Academic, General Training, Writing on Paper | Listed from 1 Nov |
| IDP IELTS Oman - Code Academy Al Khoud (IDP) | IELTS Academic, General Training | Listed from 2 Nov |
PTE test centres in Muscat
Pearson's test centre finder listed one PTE centre in Oman on 30 October 2026: Gulf College in Muscat, a partner venue. Candidates from Sohar, Salalah or Nizwa have to travel to Muscat for PTE.
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 |
|---|---|
| Gulf College | Partner venue |
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IELTS and PTE fees in Muscat
Read on 30 October 2026 in the providers' own listings for Muscat and in Pearson's price finder with Oman selected. Pearson charges USD 260 for PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI and PTE Core alike, and USD 220 for PTE Home A1, A2 or B1. Standard IELTS cost the same OMR 106 at every Muscat venue with both providers.
Refund, transfer and payment rules are in our IELTS fee in Oman and PTE fee in Oman guides.
| Test | Provider | Fee in Muscat |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS on computer (Academic or General Training) | British Council and IDP | OMR 106 |
| IELTS on computer with Writing on Paper | IDP | OMR 117 |
| IELTS for UKVI | British Council | OMR 110 |
| PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI or PTE Core | Pearson | USD 260 |
How to book, what ID to bring, and when results arrive
IELTS: book online with the British Council or IDP, choose Muscat and pick a session; the venue address comes in your confirmation. Register with the same identity document you will bring on test day.
PTE: create a myPTE account with details that exactly match your ID, choose the test, then a centre and a slot (Pearson's booking guide). Pearson's ID policy asks for a valid passport for every PTE test, and a passport is the only ID accepted if you test outside your country of citizenship, which covers most expatriate residents.
Results: IELTS on computer results usually arrive within a few days, and Pearson sends PTE scores typically within 48 hours (PTE scoring). Before you pay, take 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 Muscat?+
The British Council's booking system listed six Muscat venues with sessions between 30 October and 31 December 2026, and IDP's Muscat page listed four more.
What is the IELTS fee in Oman?+
OMR 106 for IELTS on computer at both providers. IDP's Writing on Paper option is OMR 117 and the British Council's IELTS for UKVI OMR 110.
Is there a PTE centre in Muscat?+
Yes, Gulf College, the only PTE centre Pearson lists in Oman. PTE Academic costs USD 260.
Can I take IELTS outside Muscat in Oman?+
Yes. The British Council's booking system also listed sessions in Sohar, Salalah, Nizwa, Ibri and Buraimi between 30 October and 31 December 2026.
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Guide updated on 29 October 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.
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