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Tbilisi
132 km

British Council Tbilisi - Training Centre of Justice of Georgia

Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.

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  Test date Type Results by Test fee
July 02, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 11, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 18, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 18, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 25, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire

British Council Tbilisi - Training Centre of Justice of Georgia (UKVI test location)

This test centre is specifically authorised by UK Visas and Immigration and offers the UKVI exam. Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.

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  Test date Type Results by Test fee
July 02, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 11, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 18, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 18, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 25, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
Batumi
156 km

British Council Tbilisi - Avicenna - Batumi Medical University

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  Test date Type Results by Test fee
June 28, 2025 General Training July 11, 2025 GEL 680 DETAILS
June 28, 2025 Academic July 11, 2025 GEL 680 DETAILS
July 02, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 11, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 18, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire

Other test centres in or nearby Georgia

There is one British Council test centre in Georgia's capital Tbilisi. Besides the capital, there is one other IELTS test centres across the country.

IELTS data

Several universities in Georgia require IELTS as proof of English proficiency to enrol in an English-taught programme

  • Lowest IELTS score required: 5.5
  • Highest IELTS score required: 6.5
  • Average IELTS score required: 5.8
  • Number of universities accepting IELTS: 8
  • Number of studies accepting IELTS: 25

Background of Georgia

Georgia, situated at the crossroads of Western Asia and Eastern Europe, is an appealing study option for those seeking a rich cultural experience and an interesting nation balancing its relations between Russia and the EU. Its education system includes over 60 state-recognized higher educational institutions, with more private accredited universities than public ones.

Institutions are categorized into universities (offering Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD programs) and colleges (offering Bachelor's and higher professional education). Georgia is a unique study abroad destination, especially for students wishing to avoid large crowds. Its education system is continually developing, attracting more foreign students annually. Candidates can choose from various study options, including business administration, tourism, computer science, and social sciences. Specialized medicine universities offer unique opportunities, with graduates easily applying for healthcare positions. Instruction can be in Russian or English, requiring a special exam covering biology, mathematics, physics, and chemistry.

English requirements in Georgia

To study in English at one of the universities in Georgia you may need proof of English proficiency. There are several standardised English tests that you can take to prove your English level, such as the PTE (Pearson Test of English), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), CAE (Cambridge Advanced English) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System), offered by British Council and IDP. IELTS is the most popular of these tests, with British Council offering more than 1,000 test locations and being accepted by more than 11,500 organisations worldwide.

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Frequently asked questions about IELTS in Georgia

How much does the IELTS exam cost in Georgia?

The IELTS test in Georgia costs between GEL 610 and GEL 640. Please note that you may need to make extra costs such as transportation or accomodation if you need to travel to a city to take IELTS. See our article on IELTS costs how to save money on your IELTS test.

How can I apply for IELTS in Georgia?

First make sure that you apply for the right type of IELTS. The IELTS exam is offered as Academic or a General Training variant. The Academic variant is for studying abroad and the General Training if you want to migrate to an English-speaking country and work there, or if you plan to attend a secondary school. Applying for all variants of IELTS in Georgia can be done by following this link to the official IELTS registration website .

Is IELTS for UKVI available for people from Georgia?

If you plan to study or work in the United Kingdom, you need IELTS for UKVI. The UK Home Office has authorized the Secure English language exams (SELT) IELTS for UKVI Academic and General Training and IELTS Life Skills for visa applications to the UK coming from Georgia. Read more on the different types of IELTS in our article

Which test center in Georgia is the best to take the IELTS exam?

There is no "best test center" in Georgia , all of them are equally good. The IELTS test is a standardized test that is conducted in exactly the same way on different locations. So, it doesn't really matter which test center you will go, you will always get the same high quality experience. Go directly to test centers in Georgia to find a test centers that is most convenient for you.

When will IELTS exams start in Georgia?

IELTS exams in Georgia are conducted through the whole year. You can find all dates for IELTS exams in Georgia on the official IELTS registration website .

Cities in Georgia providing IELTS tests

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