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Englishis one of the most widely used languages in the world, with 1.5 billion speakers globally, and demonstrating advanced English skills is essential for studying, working, or living in English-speaking countries. The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is one of the most popular tests, with over three million test-takers annually and recognition from more than 12,500 organisations in over 140 countries. IELTS offers two test formats:
For detailed information about IELTS, you can download the comprehensive IELTS brochure.
The Cambridge Institut Munich is an authorised IELTS test centre and offers test dates at regular intervals throughout the year. In order to register for your IELTS test, please click on the button below.
For any questions regarding your registration or any other administrative inquiries, please contact British Council directly:
IELTS registration
British Council Germany
+49 30 22026990
contactexams@britishcouncil.org
The required IELTS score depends on the requirements of the respective educational institution or organisation – and on your personal goals. To support you in achieving your target score, we offer personalised preparation training (1 or 2 participants – 1 trainer) for IELTS.
The course times can be tailored flexibly according to your preferences (depending on the trainer's availability).
With individual training, you will prepare specifically and intensively for the exam format and techniques.
The Cambridge Institut Munich is an authorised test center for the British Council, offering a professional environment for conducting the IELTS test. Below, we answer the most frequently asked questions about IELTS.
For further information or inquiries regarding registration, results, and test details, please contact the British Council directly.
You can register here and select your preferred test date. For questions about the registration process, please reach out to the British Council.
Your online test results will be available in the participant portal 3–5 business days after the test date. For questions regarding results or certificates, please contact the British Council.
The IELTS test evaluates listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills. Each skill is scored on a scale from 0 to 9, and there is an overall band score as well.
The IELTS result is valid for two years from the date listed on the certificate.
No scheduled breaks are provided during the test. Bathroom visits are allowed, but not during the listening section, instructions, or the last 10 minutes of the reading and writing sections. Lost time cannot be made up.
The written sections take approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes:
The speaking test lasts 10–15 minutes.
The speaking test is conducted online via video conference with an examiner. All necessary equipment is provided by our test center. Learn more about this process here.
You must bring the ID or passport used during registration. Any changes to this information must be reported to British Council before test day, as failure to do so may result in disqualification.
Notify the British Council of any changes to your contact information in advance to avoid issues on test day.
No. Only your passport and a clear water bottle are allowed in the exam room. Other personal items must be stored in the provided lockers.
Sample tests and detailed information about the test format can be found here.
The Cambridge Institut offers tailored one-on-one training sessions to help you prepare effectively for the IELTS test and achieve your desired results.
In addition to the IELTS test, we also offer English exams from CAMBRIDGE, TOEFL , and LANGUAGECERT. Click on the logos for more information.
