IELTS on Computer (IoC)
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IELTS on Computer (IoC)

Multiple test dates to choose from and convenient result release window; within 3 - 5 days after the test.
Tests available at five test centres, Tokyo (Ushigome-Kagurazaka, Shinjuku, Ichigaya)・Osaka・Nagoya.
*Ichigaya and Nagoya Test centre is exclusive to Berkley House

Test contents, assessment standard and timing are the same as the IELTS on Paper(IoP). One of the features of the IELTS on Computer(IoC) the Test Report Form will be issued faster than the IELTS on Paper(IoP).

  • You will take the Listening, Reading and Writing sections on a computer. The Speaking test will remain face to face with a trained IELTS Examiner.
  • Before applying for IELTS on Computer(IoC), please note:

    The IELTS tests has two formats; a regular IELTS and UK visa purpose IELTS (General training and Academic). Please make sure you check which test is needed with the organisations you are applying to. Please be aware that the application for paper-based IELTS still needs to be made via the Eiken Foundation of Japan

    If you are requested to take an IELTS for UKVI, please visit HERE


    Application for IELTS on Computer(IoC) needs to be made via the IELTS on Computer(IoC) registration website only and will be required to create a new ID.
  • The choice of which IELTS examination to take is the sole responsibility of the candidate. Please be aware that test centres are unable to make changes or refund examination fees in the case of applications for the wrong type of examination.
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Basic Information

Test fee and Registration

Test Fee – Per person per test
IELTS on Computer(IoC) Academic/General Training:25,380yen (10% tax included)

Payment method
Payment can only be made online by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, JCB,Discover or American Express)

Application deadline
Until 9:00, 3 days before your chosen test day

Please note:

Please read the information below before continuing the registration process

Test Venue and Test Date

Test Venue
Tokyo(till end of September 2023)
・Eiken Foundation of Japan Ushigome-kagurazaka Test Centre
55 Yokotera-machi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-8055
・JIEM Shinjuku NS Building TestCentre
NS Building 17F, 2-4-1, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0023
There are two venues in Tokyo. The venue may vary depending on the test date. Please make sure the venue name displayed on the screen when you apply.

Tokyo(after October 2023)
・Eiken IELTS Tokyo Centre
YANMAR Tokyo Building 3F, 2-1-1 Yaesu Chuo-ku 104-0028

Osaka
・Eiken Foundation of Japan Osaka Test Centre
Dojima Avanza 4F, 1-6-20 Dojima, Kita-ku,Osaka-shi,Osaka 530-0003

Test Date

 ■Tokyo(Ushigome-Kagurazaka) Test Center
 ■Tokyo(Shinjuku) Test Center
 Tokyo(Tokyo Station, Yaesu) Test Center
 ■Osaka(Umeda) Test Center

※Please Check our registration site for the updated test day and seat availability

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3 test patterns are available

Pattern①
Session Name: AM1
8:20 - 8:50
ID Check
9:00 - 12:15
PCLRW on PC
13:00 - 17:30
Speaking Test
Pattern②
Session Name: PM1
9:00 - 13:10*
ID Check and available Speaking test time
13:30 - 16:45
LRW on PC
Pattern③
Session Name: PM2
16:20 - 17:20*
ID Check and available Speaking test time
17:30 - 20:30
LRW on PC

*ID Check on Pattern ② and ③ will take place about 20 minutes prior to your speaking test time

※The above timetable is for reference only. Please check the registration website for the details.
※The check-in start time in the speaking test varies depending on the candidate, so please check on the registration website.
※We will send you an email about the test venue and item you can bring on the day 3 days before the test day.

What to bring on  the test day

※Make a coloured copy of your passport, and add your test dates,  and full name on the right side as shown below.

※Bringing your own watch into the test room also prohibited. Please use the clock provided in the test room.
※A pencil sharpener and tissue paper are available in the test room.

In the event that you have renewed your passport after registration, you must notify the following information to the relevant test centre by no later than 3 business days prior to your LRW test date:
① test date ② full name ③ old and new passport number ④ expiration date of the new passport, ⑤ Nationality.
If the procedure above is not completed, you will not be able to take the test nor will you be eligible for a refund or transfer of test date.

IELTS on Computer(IoC) results will be available online within 3 - 5 days from the test date. Paper based Test Report Form (TRF) will be sent out via mail following the test result upload.

IELTS results will not be disclosed over the phone, via email or fax for security reason.

Fees for Issuing Additional Test Report Form

Request submitted 37 days after the test day AND for the first five additional TRF(s):

  • To be sent by ordinary post or electronic transfer – Free
  • To be sent by EMS registered post upon your request – 1,600 yen per copy

Request submitted after 38 days of the test day OR for six TRF copies or more:

  • To be sent by ordinary post or electronic transfer – 1,100 yen per copy
  • To be sent by EMS registered post upon your request – 2,700 yen per copy

※Unless you specify that you would like to send TRF(s) by EMS, they will be sent by ordinary post or electronic transfer. Please be aware that in that case, you will not be able to track the delivery status.
※IELTS scores have a two-year validity period. If your request comes at short notice before the score expires, we regret that we may not be able to process it.
Please contact us via email for issuing additional Test Report Forms.
Tokyo (jp500):jp500cdi@eiken.or.jp
Osaka (jp512):jp512cdi@eiken.or.jp

Fees for Enquiry On Results(EOR)

Candidates can apply for an EOR if they have doubts regarding the test result. The request must be made within 6 weeks of the test date. Candidates can choose to have one or more parts of their test re-marked. Fees for EOR are as below. A full refund will be made if your result is changed to a higher band score. Please note that it can take up to 3 weeks (or more) for re-marking. If you have not received a response after 28 days, please contact your test centre.

  • IELTS on Computer(IoC) Academic/General Training: 15,000 yen.
If you wish to apply for EOR, please click “Register here” displayed on the screen and log in from the "login" tab located on the upper side.
EOR application must be done online and paid by credit card.

EOR Application Manual

Please contact us via email for Enquiry on Results.
Tokyo (jp500):jp500cdi@eiken.or.jp
Osaka (jp512):jp512cdi@eiken.or.jp

Cancellation  Fee
Cancellations may be made 5 days prior to the LRW test date until 23:59. In this case,  you shall receive a refund minus administration fees.

  • IELTS on Computer(IoC) Academic/General Training: 6,300 yen

After the cancellation deadline (less than 5 days) before the scheduled LRW Test date – candidates will not be eligible for a refund. However, refunds may be given in special cases, upon submission of proof and application,  such as the following.

・serious medical conditions which prevent you from attending or performing normally on test day; (not including include minor illnesss such as a mild cold or stomach ache)
・recent family bereavement, up to the third degree of kinship.
※Please submit an original official medical certificate or official proof that a funeral has been conducted to the test centre by 5 business days after the test date to qualify.

Test Transfers
Test transfers may be made until 23:59 of the date preceding the LRW Test date by 5 days. Transfers are only accepted when seats are available and transfers may be made once without charge to a part of or all of the module, test date, test site. But any further changes will require an administration fee of 6,300 yen per change.

  • IELTS on Computer(IoC) Academic/General Training: 6,300yen

Please contact us via email for Test Transfers and Cancellation.
Tokyo (jp500):jp500cdi@eiken.or.jp
Osaka (jp512):jp512cdi@eiken.or.jp

Please note:
Refunds will only be processed upon provision of an official application form. Candidates who are absent on the test day will lose their full test fee. The Eiken Foundation of Japan reserves its rights to decline refund or transfer requests. The refund will be paid to the same credit card account which was used to pay the test fee.

The Eiken Foundation of Japan works in cooperation with certification/examination boards and educational institutions to ensure that people with disabilities are able to take the exam in an appropriate environment. In order to ensure a smooth set up of your examination, you are advised to contact Eiken Foundation of Japan at least 3 months before the exam date.
Please check further information at our IELTS Special Requirements site, or contact us via email.
Tokyo (jp500):jp500cdi@eiken.or.jp
Osaka (jp512):jp512cdi@eiken.or.jp

※The exact procedure for each exam will differ according to the nature and degree of the candidate’s disability or injury.

Before you take IELTS on Computer(IoC), please check the tutorial video to find the test procedure, and some useful functions that you can use while taking the test on a PC.

IELTS Familiarization Test, provided by British Council, is a completely free content where you can experience listening, reading and writing sections of IELTS on Computer(IoC).
Unlike the actual IELTS test, you can take IELTS Familiarization Test whenever you want without registration.  You can progress at your own pace, so once you have understood each section you can fast forward to the next section.
You will receive listening and reading test scores via email.


IELTS Familiarization Test
・Test time : 2h 30min at maximum
・Sections : Listening, Reading and Writing
・Modules : Academic or General Training

 Click here to take IELTS Familiarization Test.

IELTS Familiarization Test, provided by British Council, is a completely free content that you can experience listening, reading and writing sections of IELTS on Computer(IoC).
Unlike the actual IELTS test, you can take IELTS Familiarization Test whenever you want without registration.  You can progress at your own pace, so once you have understood each section you can fast forward to the next section.
You will receive listening and reading test scores via email.


IELTS Familiarization Test
・Test time : 2h 30min at maximum
・Sections : Listening, Reading and Writing
・Modules : Academic or General Training

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If you have any questions about IELTS on Computer(IoC), please contact us.
Tokyo (jp500):jp500cdi@eiken.or.jp
Osaka (jp512):jp512cdi@eiken.or.jp

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Frequently Asked Questions

COVID-19 has forced us to close our retail space, but we need support from patrons like yourself now more than ever. Below, we’ve listed the best ways to help us through this season.

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Can I use the IELTS ID that I used to take the IELTS on Paper(IoP) to apply for the IELTS on Computer(IoC)?
A

The IELTS ID used for IELTS on Paper(IoP) cannot be used. You will need to register and apply for a separate IELTS on Computer(IoC) application with your own email address and ID.

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How do I get the confirmation?
A

You will receive an confirmation email upon completion of the booking and payment. Please check the email or registration site for your test day details.

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Where is the test venue?
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Tokyo(till end of September 2023)
・Eiken foundation of Japan
55 Yokotera-machi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-8055

・JIEM Shinjuku NS Building TestCentre
NS Building 17F, 2-4-1,Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0023
There are two venues in Tokyo. Thevenue may vary depending on the test date. Please make sure the venue namedisplayed on the screen when you apply.

Tokyo(after October 2023)
・Eiken IELTS Official Test Centre(Tokyo Station, Yaesu)
YANMAR Tokyo Building 3F, 2-1-1 Yaesu Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0028

Osaka
・Eiken Osaka Test Centre
Dojima Avanza 4F, 1-6-20 Dojima, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 530-0003

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