How to Register for IELTS in Nigeria, Exam Dates and Exam center (2023 Updates)

How to Register for IELTS in Nigeria, Exam Dates and Exam center ( (2023 Updates)

How to Register for IELTS in Nigeria, Exam Dates, and Exam center?

Are you looking for a quick guide on how to register for IELTS in Nigeria, and possibly get to know the exam dates and centers? If this has been your search query, then consider yourself to have come to the end of your search for accurate information about the IELTS exams in Nigeria.

However, if you just stumble on this post through a search engine like google, bing, or even from social media platforms and you are wondering what IELTS means, permit me to tell you that the term “IELTS” is an abbreviation for ” International English Language Testing System”, which is an English proficiency test exams that help to enhance one’s English vocabulary, and it is a significant criterion for students and workers seeking to migrate or get recruited.

So, on this page, we will be discussing about the latest update for the IELTS registration process in Nigeria, alongside the updated list of examination centers that are working in Nigeria, and the scheduled examination dates, including the application portal for each of the exams

How to Register for IELTS in Nigeria, Exam Dates and Exam center (2023 Updates)

How to register for the IELTS examination in Nigeria

IELTS registration can be done online and offline. The online IELTS registration is done by the British Council in Nigeria. The offline registration is done at the IELTS office in your location.

  • Register with the British Council in Nigeria
  • Choose the types of IELTS you want to take( Academics or General Tests).
  • You have to choose from the list of IELTS centers,  the closest IELTs center to you.
  • Choose a favorable examination date.
  • Get your documents ready (International Passport, and photocopies of your passport)
  • Make payment for the IELTS registration.
  • Verify your registration status

The online IELTS registration is done by the British Council in Nigeria

Before you can register for an IELTS examination, you have to get registered with the British Council of Nigeria. This portal will give access to basic information and it will help you to be checking your examination status.

This is the very first step in the registration for the IELTS exams. registration is done through https://ielts.britishcouncil.org/nigeria

Choose the types of IELTS you want to take( Academics or General Tests).

We have basically two types of IELTS examinations: the IELTS Academic and the IELTS general test.

The IELTS Academic is for those seeking admission to foreign universities. and the IELTS general test is for those seeking to get recruited by companies outside the states. it persons migrating to other countries. persons applying for VISA take the general test.

You have to choose from the list of IELTS centers,  the closest IELTs center to you.

we have a lot of IELTS centers across Nigeria. each candidate is to choose from the list of centers the one close and favorable to them. To avoid the cost, and lateness to the exam venue.

Choose a favorable examination date.

IELTS registration enables you to reserve or book an examination date and venue. before choosing a date, check if there is available space. you can get first-hand information about test dates and seats available at https://ieltsregistration.britishcouncil.org/test-chooser

Get your documents ready (International Passport, and photocopies of your passport)

A major requirement of IELTS is a photocopy of the first and last page of your international passport. A photocopy of your passport photograph is also needed. Their document needs to be scanned properly if your doing an online registration.

Blurr pictures are not accepted and can lead to disqualification or rejection of the application.

Make payment for the IELTS registration

Payment can be made through a debit card or cash at the IELTS registration office. after payment, all candidates should endeavor to get their proof of payment. it should be a printout.

The printout will be attached to the copies of your registration you will send to the center.

Verify your registration status

Candidates are t confirm their registration and reservation. an email is will be sent to you stating your registration status and a link to click. Instruction will also be sent along with the email. you also need to get to the center to confirm your registration.

The official IELTS Test centers in Nigeria are:

Abuja

  • 29, Kampala Street off Adetokunbo Ademola Crescent, Wuse 2

Port – Harcourt

  • 13 Birabi Street, Hotel Presidential Road, GRA Phase 2, Port Harcourt

kano

  • 91, Gyadi Street, Opposite Novomed Pharmacy, Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital

Benin

  • 76, Boundary Road, off Ikpopan road, opposite Westview hotel, GRA, Benin city

Covenant university

  • Cucid Building, beside the Senate

Akure

  • Premier Hub and Innovation Center, Orita Obelle Junction, Akure, Ondo state

Abeokuta

  • Federal University of Agriculture, Alabata Road, Abeokuta, Ogun state

Enugu

  • Bon Hotel Sunshine, C4 Presidential Rd, Asata, Enugu State

Ibadan

  • 4, Kobomoje Street, Behind D’Rovans hotel, Ring road, Ibadan

Ilorin

  • Trillium Learning Centre, Adjacent Tuyil Pharmaceutical Company, New Yidi Road, Ilorin

Lagos

  • 3, Ade Ajayi Street, off Zone A4, Pako, Ogudu GRA
  • 239, Herbert Macaulay way, Alagomeji, Yaba
  • 44, Balarabe Musa Crescent, Victoria Island
  • 628, 1st Avenue road, besides 101 Junction, Festac
  • HRDC Building, Unilag
  • 45, Adeniran Ogunsanya road, Surulere

IELTS Examination Dates (2023)

28 January 2023 Lagos Island/Mainland/Abuja/Port Harcourt/Kano AC Apply Now
04 February 2023 Lagos Island/Mainland/Abuja/Port Harcourt/Kano AC Apply Now
04 February 2023 Lagos Island/Mainland/Abuja/Port Harcourt/Kano AC Apply Now
11 February 2023 All Locations GT & AC Apply Now
16 February 2023 Lagos Island/Mainland/Abuja/Port Harcourt/Kano AC Apply Now
25 February 2023 All Locations GT & AC Apply Now
02 March 2023 Lagos Island/Mainland/Abuja/Port Harcourt/Kano AC Apply Now
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18 March 2023 Lagos Island/Mainland/Abuja/Port Harcourt/Kano AC Apply Now
25 March 2023 All Locations GT & AC Apply Now
01 April 2023 All Locations GT & AC Apply Now
15 April 2023 Lagos Island/Mainland/Abuja/Port Harcourt/Kano AC Apply Now
20 April 2023 Lagos Island/Mainland/Abuja/Port Harcourt/Kano AC Apply Now
29 April 2023 All Locations GT & AC Apply Now
06 May 2023 Lagos Island/Mainland/Abuja/Port Harcourt/Kano AC Apply Now
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28 October 2023 All Locations GT & AC Apply Now
04 November 2023 Lagos Island/Mainland/Abuja/Port Harcourt/Kano AC Apply Now
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07 December 2023 Lagos Island/Mainland/Abuja/Port Harcourt/Kano AC Apply Now
09 December 2023 Lagos Island/Mainland/Abuja/Port Harcourt/Kano AC Apply Now
16 December 2023 All Locations GT & AC Apply Now

IELTS Exam Application Portals

https://ielts.idp.com/book/IELTS is the official login and application portal for IELTS exams in Nigeria.

Once you open the portal a page as seen below will be displayed on your device screen.

To register for the IELTS exam now, you will first select and choose originating/residing country, then the location field will be unlocked for selecting and choosing, at this point, you will click and choose your location (state of residence), then click and select the Test Module (Academic training or General training), then to click on the disability requirements and choose. NOTE: The disability selection point might be unclickable.

So, scroll down and you will see a point with the inscription “Select your preferred Venue“, which will be displayed as a result of the location you chose earlier in the “Select location tab”. 

On the “Select your preferred Venue” point, click on your preferred location which is right below the inscription, and the venue will be displayed below. (AS SEEN IN THE IMAGE BELOW)

After the above-stated process, check below the displayed venue which comes as a result of the location you choose, and you will see a point with the inscription “Please select your preferred test date”: Here, you select the date you will like to take your exam from the dates that’s available.

From the image above, you can see that it’s not all dates that are selectable, so you will choose a date that is available to be selected.

After the date selection process, you will then scroll down, and you will a newly displayed point with the inscription “Selected Test Session Summary”: Here is a summary of what you have chosen earlier, and the cost amount for the exam will be displayed below the Select test summary point.

You will then have to click on “Continue”, where you will be redirected to sign into your IELTS account if you are a user or not. Already existing users will just have to fill in their details to access the full exam registration page, but someone who doesn’t have an account with IELTS before will have to click on the “Create an Account” point and he/she will be redirected to a page where they will fill in their accurate details to register an account with IELTS first.

After filling out the IELTS account registration form as a new user, follow the prompt displayed on the screen to get onboard successfully without mistakes. ENSURE to pay attention to details, select where you ought to select, and provide accurate information where required. GOODLUCK!

Conclusion

The date, the examination center, and the examination venues are stated clearly. Most of the reservations for the examination dates are not filled. Candidates can still apply for registration and reservation.

Candidates can also choose between a paper written and cbt test. when choosing any of the two, you have to confirm what type of test your center gives.

IELTS Exam Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my registration or postpone my exams? 

Canceling or postponement of IELT exams can be done. but the candidate must give prior notice 5 weeks before the examination date.

Can I take my examination at the center I register?

yes, you can if that’s your choice and if that’s a test center and not just an IELT registration outlet.

Can I send a screenshot of my proof of payment?

No, you can’t,  your proof of payment should be hardcopy

After registration is it compulsory to get to the center to submit my document?

yes, you have to get to the center to submit your relevant documents.

Can I swap centers?

No, you cant. Your writing your examination at the center you choose during your registration

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However, for more information about the IELTS examination, you can log on to their website ielts.ng or send a mail to them using this email address ” info@ielts.ng”

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