IELTS fee 2026: what it costs in Uzbekistan
Two organisations run IELTS in Uzbekistan: the British Council and IDP (through Edu Action centres). The test and certificate are the same; the price differs slightly by organiser and test type.
Facts checked on: October 29, 2026
Fees (October 2026)
| Test | British Council | IDP |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic or General Training | 2,798,000 UZS | 2,665,000 – 2,800,000 UZS |
| IELTS for UKVI | 3,119,000 UZS | — |
| IELTS Life Skills (A1 or B1) | 2,759,000 UZS | — |
| Enquiry on results | 1,343,000 UZS | 1,440,000 UZS |
Fees change almost every year and can differ slightly between IDP centres. Check the exact amount in the booking system before you pay.
In Uzbekistan IELTS is taken on computer. According to ielts.org, there are centres in Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Nukus, Fergana, Andijan, Namangan, Navoi, Karshi, Jizzakh, Termez and Urgench. The enquiry-on-results fee is refunded if your score changes.
State refund for 7.0 and above
Under Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No. 209 of 13 April 2021, young people who score 7.0 or higher get the test fee back from the state.
- You must be a citizen of Uzbekistan, and there is an age limit on the test date (sources say 30 or 31 — check on my.gov.uz).
- Apply through my.gov.uz. The window is limited (sources say 180 days from the certificate date), so don't wait.
- You need the payment receipt and the certificate — keep the receipt.
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and elsewhere
In Kazakhstan the standard IELTS costs about 105,000–110,000 tenge in 2026. For Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and other countries, pick a centre in your city on ielts.org to see the fee.
Don't waste the fee
IELTS is not cheap, so book when you are ready. Take one or two full mock tests first: if you reach your target band in a mock, your chances on the day are good. If not, you'll see which section to work on.
Common questions
How much is IELTS in Uzbekistan in 2026?
The standard IELTS (Academic or General Training) costs 2,798,000 UZS at the British Council and 2,665,000 to 2,800,000 UZS at IDP centres (October 2026).
Which is cheaper, British Council or IDP?
Some IDP centres are slightly cheaper right now, but the gap is small. The test is identical and so is the certificate.
Can I get the fee back?
In Uzbekistan, yes, if you score 7.0 or higher and meet the conditions — apply through my.gov.uz.
How much is One Skill Retake?
Organisers in Uzbekistan have not published a price, and not every centre offers it. Ask your centre.
Take a mock before you pay
See how ready you are with a full mock test. Your first day is free.