IELTS One Skill Retake allows you to retake one of the four skills (Listening, Reading, Writing, or Speaking) if you need to improve in just one area. We know many test takers get the scores they need first time, but if you feel you haven’t performed to your best in one area, IELTS One Skill Retake can help you get back on track.
You can take IELTS One Skill Retake if:
Please not that you can only complete your retake once per full IELTS test.
Here we will answer your frequently asked questions about IELTS One Skill Retake.
IELTS One Skill Retake allows you to retake only one component (Listening, Reading, Writing, or Speaking) instead of repeating the entire test.
In any case, it would be sensible to prepare so that you can perform better on your next attempt. You’re welcome to contact us so we can arrange some last-minute training with our native English-speaking teachers.
You need to log into your IDP IELTS Account and choose the option "One Skill Retake" (if available).
You can take the retake up to 60 calendar days after your original four-skill test.
Yes. You will receive a new Test Report Form (TRF) showing your new score for the retaken skill alongside the three original scores for the other components.
One Skill Retake is accepted by many universities and organisations, but you should always check in advance with your chosen institution to confirm their policy.
If you plan to submit an Enquiry on Results for your original test, you generally need to do so (for Listening/Reading/Writing) within two weeks. In that case, you should wait for the enquiry outcome before registering a One Skill Retake for the same test.
The fee is the same whether you retake Speaking, Listening, Reading, or Writing. Typically, the One Skill Retake fee is around 66% of the full test price. You will see the exact amount once you log in to your IELTS profile and select a new test date.
This can be possible, but it usually needs to be with the same provider/organisation as your original test (e.g., IDP). Also, please confirm whether your receiving organisation accepts retakes taken in another country.
You retake only one skill. The format and timing are the same as that skill in the full IELTS test, just without the other three components.
No. You can take only one One Skill Retake per full IELTS test.
