Q: How do I request an IELTS re-mark?

You can request a remark within 6 weeks of the IELTS test date on your Test Report Form. You can request a remark for the whole IELTS test or for one or more parts (Reading, Writing, Listening or Speaking). The process of requesting a re-mark or an Enquiry on Result depends on your IELTS test type and in which test centre your test was taken. IELTS on computer test at an IDP test centre If you did your IELTS on computer test at an IDP test centre, you can submit your IELTS re-mark request online, using the form below. IELTS on paper test at an IDP test centre If you did your IELTS on paper test at an IDP test centre, you can email us at ielts.auckland@idp.com . Other IELTS test centres If you have taken an IELTS test at another test centre, please contact them directly . You may need to complete an IELTS Enquiry on Results form and give this to your test centre. If the result of the remark is not higher than your original results, you will receive an EOR letter stating your final result status. You should make all enquiries regarding the progress of your remark to your original test centre.

Q: How much does an IELTS re-mark cost?

The fee is $215 . You have to pay this at the time you submit your re-mark request. The fee is the same whether you ask us to remark all test modules, or just one. You will receive a full refund of the fee if your scores go up, and you will be issued a new Test Report Form.

Question 1

How do I request an IELTS re-mark?

Accepted Answer

You can request a remark within 6 weeks of the IELTS test date on your Test Report Form. You can request a remark for the whole IELTS test or for one or more parts (Reading, Writing, Listening or Speaking).

The process of requesting a re-mark or an Enquiry on Result depends on your IELTS test type and in which test centre your test was taken.

IELTS on computer test at an IDP test centre
If you did your IELTS on computer test at an IDP test centre, you can submit your IELTS re-mark request online, using the form below.

IELTS on paper test at an IDP test centre
If you did your IELTS on paper test at an IDP test centre, you can email us at ielts.auckland@idp.com .

Other IELTS test centres
If you have taken an IELTS test at another test centre, please contact them directly. You may need to complete an IELTS Enquiry on Results form and give this to your test centre.

If the result of the remark is not higher than your original results, you will receive an EOR letter stating your final result status. You should make all enquiries regarding the progress of your remark to your original test centre.

Question 2

How much does an IELTS re-mark cost?

Accepted Answer

The fee is $215. You have to pay this at the time you submit your re-mark request.
The fee is the same whether you ask us to remark all test modules, or just one. You will receive a full refund of the fee if your scores go up, and you will be issued a new Test Report Form.

Question 3

How long does it take to have your IELTS test re-marked?

Accepted Answer

We understand you may need your IELTS results for study, work or migration. So, that’s why we do our best to re-mark your test as quickly as we can. We aim to provide you with the outcome for your re-mark request within a couple of days, but sometimes it may take up to 21 days to receive your results.

Question 4

Can my scores go down when I request a re-mark?

Accepted Answer

Your score does not go down from a remark. So, it will either remain unchanged or increase.

Question 5

I received an outcome on my re-mark within 2 days. Did someone look at my test?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we look at every single re-mark request. Even if your score did not change, IELTS will have re-marked your test. So, how come we can do this so quickly?
Of course, we understand you want an outcome as soon as possible. A team of senior IELTS examiners re-mark your test. Each senior examiner only marks one section of your test. Consequently, these examiners can mark different parts of your test at the same time. This process usually takes a few days. Getting results very quick is the same with IELTS on computer tests.

Question 6

Who re-marks my test?

Accepted Answer

A team of senior IELTS examiners will mark your test again. Of course, none of these examiners will have marked your original test. And, they also don’t know your original test score. That ensures it’s a fair re-mark.

IELTS relies on qualified IELTS examiners. They are intensively trained and monitored to ensure consistency and quality of marking, no matter where in the world the test is taken. For example, a minimum of two examiners will mark your Writing test, and sometimes even up to three or four – we do this to ensure the highest level of accuracy and fairness possible.

Question 7

How do I know my test was marked fairly?

Accepted Answer

We ensure that delivery of the test is both consistent and secure through rigorous training and continual monitoring of test centres and examiners.
We make sure to assess Writing and Speaking tests fairly and consistently

Writing and Speaking tests assessed by trained and certificated examiners

And, these examiners are qualified English language specialists, with substantial relevant teaching experience. They work to clearly defined criteria and are subject to extensive quality control procedures

Selected Speaking and Writing performances are second-marked by a team of IELTS principal examiners/assistant principal examiners who provide feedback to each examiner

Where there is a significant difference between a test taker’s Writing and/or Speaking score and their Reading and Listening scores, double-marking is carried out

Routine analysis is conducted on each test version to ensure that the performances of test materials, test takers and examiners are in line with expected standards

Learn more about IELTS marking criteria

Question 8

Can I apply for Enquiry on Results and IELTS One Skill Retake at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Do you want to apply for a remark (EOR) on your full IELTS test? Do this before you register for One Skill Retake. You cannot request a remark after you've taken IELTS One Skill Retake. We recommend you request a remark as soon as you receive your results, ideally within two weeks, so you have enough time to apply for your One Skill Retake test.

Take your full IELTS test.

Get your results.

Need a remark? Do this within 2 weeks of your original test.

Get your remark outcome (sometimes this can happen as quick as a few hours).

Still didn't get the score you need? You can now register for IELTS One Skill Retake. (Do this within 60 days of your original test.)

Receive your One Skill Retake outcome.

Now you can even request a remark on your One Skill Retake.

Remember: You cannot request an EOR/remark after you've applied for IELTS One Skill Retake.

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