Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Accepted tests and minimums
From the LPDP-Australia Awards general requirements.
| Test | Minimum |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5, no band below 6.0 |
| TOEFL iBT | 84, at least 21 in all sub-tests |
| PTE Academic | 58, no communicative skill below 50 |
How it differs from the main Australia Awards
The joint LPDP route asks for band minimums, which the main Australia Awards Indonesia table does not show, and a single score level for everyone rather than different scores by applicant category. If you are choosing between the two, compare the tables before you book a test.
The page says results are preferably within one year of the closing date, which is shorter than the two years many universities allow.
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Other conditions on the same page
You need a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from your undergraduate degree, and the page lists an age limit of 42 by 31 December of the application year. Successful applicants must meet further conditions before mobilisation to Australia.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where the LPDP-Australia Awards Scholarship publishes an IELTS score, it is the minimum: the floor an application has to meet to be considered, not a score that guarantees an offer.
Competitive programmes, and courses with far more applicants than places, may expect more than the minimum, and some departments set their own overall or per-skill scores, often for writing or speaking. The course page has the final word, so check it before you book a test.
If you are close to the line, aim for a margin above it: one weak skill can miss the requirement even when the overall band clears it. Not sure where you stand? Take a free IELTS mock test and get a band for each skill.
Frequently asked questions
Is IELTS 6.5 with a 5.5 in writing enough?+
No. The page asks for no band below 6.0.
Does LPDP-Australia Awards accept TOEFL ITP?+
The LPDP-Australia Awards requirement lists TOEFL iBT, not ITP.
How old can my IELTS result be?+
The page says results are preferably within one year of the application closing date.
Is there a GPA requirement?+
Yes, a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
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Related
- Australia Awards Indonesia IELTS requirement
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- PTE exam fee in Indonesia
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Guide updated on 31 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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