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British Council Budapest - Converzum Tudomany Nyelviskola
Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.
| Test date | Type | Results by | Test fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 17, 2026 | General Training | January 30, 2026 | HUF 88500 DETAILS | |
| January 17, 2026 | Academic | January 30, 2026 | HUF 88500 DETAILS | |
| January 24, 2026 | Academic | February 06, 2026 | HUF 88500 DETAILS | |
| January 24, 2026 | General Training | February 06, 2026 | HUF 88500 DETAILS | |
| January 31, 2026 | Academic | February 13, 2026 | HUF 88500 DETAILS |
British Council Budapest - Madach Trade Center
Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.
| Test date | Type | Results by | Test fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 22, 2026 | General Training | February 04, 2026 | HUF 88500 DETAILS | |
| January 22, 2026 | Academic | February 04, 2026 | HUF 88500 DETAILS | |
| January 23, 2026 | Academic | February 05, 2026 | HUF 88500 DETAILS | |
| January 23, 2026 | General Training | February 05, 2026 | HUF 88500 DETAILS | |
| January 30, 2026 | General Training | February 12, 2026 | HUF 88500 DETAILS |
British Council Budapest - Madach Trade Center (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.
| Test date | Type | Results by | Test fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 30, 2026 | UKVI General Training | February 12, 2026 | HUF 97500 DETAILS | |
| January 30, 2026 | UKVI Academic | February 12, 2026 | HUF 97500 DETAILS | |
| February 20, 2026 | UKVI General Training | March 05, 2026 | HUF 97500 DETAILS | |
| February 20, 2026 | UKVI Academic | March 05, 2026 | HUF 97500 DETAILS | |
| March 13, 2026 | UKVI Academic | March 26, 2026 | HUF 97500 DETAILS |
Other test centres in or nearby Hungary
About Hungary
There are two British Council test centres in Hungary's capital Budapest. Besides the capital, there are no other IELTS test centres across the country.
IELTS data
Several universities in Hungary require IELTS as proof of English proficiency to enrol in an English-taught programme
- Lowest IELTS score required: 5.0
- Highest IELTS score required: 7.0
- Average IELTS score required: 5.7
- Number of universities accepting IELTS: 63
- Number of studies accepting IELTS: 333
Background of Hungary
Hungarian higher education boasts an impressive international reputation, built on 650 years of experience. Hungary is proud to be among the top 20 countries with the most Nobel Prize winners per capita, offering a high-value European degree. Various scholarships are available for international students, making studying in Hungary a sound investment.
Ranked among the safest countries globally, Hungary is centrally located in Europe, allowing for easy travel and exploration of the Central European region. It offers a rich cultural life, numerous World Heritage sites, and a lively environment for young people with many activities. The country hosts 66 higher education institutions, from applied sciences to top research universities, providing quality instruction from highly qualified teachers. Over 35 Hungarian institutions offer academic programs in foreign languages, with more than 400 courses available in English.
English requirements in Hungary
To study in English at one of the universities in Hungary 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.
4 most popular study destinations for students in Hungary
1. United Kingdom
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2. Germany
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