Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 29 October 2026
IELTS test centres in Shymkent
The British Council's booking system listed IELTS on computer on 39 days between 30 October to 31 December 2026 at the venue it names Foundation, from 4 November, at KZT 110,250. Day counts are for IELTS Academic on computer in the British Council's booking system; General Training uses the same sessions.
IDP has a Shymkent page, but it listed no sessions on 30 October 2026.
| Provider and venue | Tests | Sessions, 30 October to 31 December 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation (British Council) | IELTS Academic and General Training on computer | 39 days, from 4 Nov |
PTE test centres in Shymkent
Pearson's test centre finder lists no PTE centre in Shymkent. The only centre in Kazakhstan is M&K Study Centre in Almaty, at USD 240 for PTE Academic (see our Almaty guide).
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IELTS and PTE fees in Shymkent
Read on 29 and 30 October 2026 in the British Council's booking system, IDP's Kazakhstan pages and Pearson's price finder with Kazakhstan selected. Shymkent's IELTS price matches Almaty's and Astana's.
Refund, transfer and payment rules are in our IELTS fee in Kazakhstan and PTE fee in Kazakhstan guides.
| Test | Provider | Fee in Shymkent |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic or General Training on computer | British Council | KZT 110,250 |
| PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI or PTE Core (Almaty) | Pearson | USD 240 |
| PTE Home A1, A2 or B1 (Almaty) | Pearson | USD 200 |
How to book, what ID to bring, and when results arrive
IELTS: book online with the British Council or IDP, choose Kazakhstan and then the city, and pick a session; the venue address comes in your confirmation. Bring the same passport or ID you entered when booking.
PTE: create a myPTE account with details that exactly match your ID, choose the test, then Shymkent, the centre and a slot at least 24 hours ahead (Pearson's booking guide). Pearson's ID policy asks for a valid passport, and Kazakhstan is not on its list of countries where another ID is accepted.
Results: both IELTS providers give 1 to 5 days for IELTS on computer, 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
Can I take IELTS in Shymkent?+
Yes. The British Council listed IELTS on computer on 39 days between 30 October and 31 December 2026.
How much is IELTS in Shymkent?+
KZT 110,250 for IELTS Academic or General Training on computer.
Does IDP test in Shymkent?+
IDP's Shymkent page showed no sessions on 30 October 2026.
Is there a PTE centre in Shymkent?+
No. The nearest is M&K Study Centre in Almaty.
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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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