Take IELTS with the British Council

IELTS or the International English Language Testing System is the world’s most popular English language test. If you’re looking to work, study or live abroad then taking an IELTS exam in Malaysia can help you make that dream come true.

Book your IELTS test in Malaysia

Book your IELTS test

You can book your IELTS test with us online or at one of our offices in Kuala Lumpur and Penang.

Sales and Services Tax (SST) Notice: Under Malaysian regulations, a 6% Sales and Services Tax (SST) apply to non-Malaysian test takers under Education Scope. SST will not be charged at the point of registration. For non-Malaysian test takers, we will contact you separately with instructions to make payment via a secure Pay-by-Link process. All SST collected will be remitted to Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMCD) in accordance with Malaysian tax regulations.

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Why take IELTS in Malaysia?

Success starts with IELTS – it’s your end goal that matters. IELTS measures your English language proﬁciency for higher education and global migration.

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Which IELTS test should I take?

How to choose the right test based on where you want to go and what you want to do.

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IELTS exam dates, fees and locations

We offer tests in 15 locations across Malaysia, at affordable prices. Select your test date and book your IELTS exam from the British Council today.

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Understand what happens on your IELTS exam day

How do you find IELTS exam dates in Malaysia? How long is the IELTS test time? Here are answers to common questions about IELTS test day.

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Your IELTS results – when and how to get your IELTS score in Malaysia

Find out when and how you will get your IELTS test results and what your IELTS band score means.

IELTS One Skill Retake

IELTS One Skill Retake is a new feature of the IELTS exam that is designed to help you get your desired test score without retaking the full test.

IELTS Test Taker Portal

Your IELTS Test Taker Portal has all the information about your IELTS exam in Malaysia, including checking your IELTS results

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Prepare for your IELTS test

When you take your IELTS exam with the British Council Malaysia you’ll see we have everything you need to prepare for your IELTS, including a wide variety of free IELTS preparation materials. Start preparing for your IELTS exam today.

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IELTS for Academic and General Training: transfer and cancellation policy

Make sure you are familiar with our IELTS cancellation and refund policy – if you are looking to cancel or reschedule your IELTS test in Malaysia, find out more here.