OET Exam Dates 2026: Complete Schedule & Results Guide

OET exam dates for 2026 are available throughout the year with multiple test dates each month. Major confirmed dates include January 19-31, February 21, March 2-7 and 11-21, with continued dates through December 2026. Tests are available both on computer and paper at authorized test centers worldwide. Test frequency varies by location, with major cities offering 2-4 test dates monthly. Not all professions are available on all dates—Medicine and Nursing tests are offered most frequently, while other healthcare professions have specific scheduled dates. Always check oet.com for the most current dates at your preferred test center.

OET is conducted multiple times per month at most test centers, with frequency varying by location, profession, and test center capacity. Major cities typically offer 2-4 test dates monthly for OET on Paper and similar or more frequent dates for OET on Computer. Medicine and Nursing tests have the highest frequency with tests available nearly every week at major centers. Other healthcare professions like Dentistry, Pharmacy, and Allied Health have scheduled test dates 1-2 times monthly. Smaller test centers or remote locations may have less frequent availability. OET registration typically opens 3-4 months before test dates and closes approximately 7 days before the test date, though this can vary by location.

OET result delivery time depends on your test format. OET on Computer results are available within 10 business days from your test date, making it faster for urgent applications. OET on Paper results are available within 17 business days from your test date. Results are sent via email notification and are accessible through your MyOET account online. You receive detailed grades (A to E) for each of the four sub-tests: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. Your digital Statement of Results includes all sub-test scores and can be downloaded immediately. For regulatory bodies that recognize OET, results are automatically sent free of charge through OET's secure verification system. Most healthcare regulatory bodies and immigration authorities accept OET scores for 2 years from test date.

The OET exam fee for all four sub-tests (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) is AUD $587, which equals approximately ₹31,844 in Indian Rupees, $455 USD, or AED 1,200 in UAE. Individual sub-test pricing is also available: one sub-test costs AUD $200.50, two sub-tests cost AUD $339, and three sub-tests cost AUD $477.50. The fee includes result processing, digital Statement of Results, online verification services for regulatory bodies, and automatic result sending to recognized organizations. Additional fees apply for rescheduling: standard rescheduling (more than 7 days before test) costs AUD $120, while late rescheduling (within 7 days) costs AUD $200. Partial refunds are available for cancellations depending on timing. Payment can be made via credit card or debit card during the online booking process.

OET is available for 12 healthcare professions, each with profession-specific test materials and scenarios. The professions are: Medicine (doctors and physicians), Nursing (registered nurses and enrolled nurses), Dentistry, Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Radiography, Speech Pathology, and Veterinary Science. Each profession has tailored Reading and Listening materials relevant to that field's workplace contexts, while Writing and Speaking tasks are profession-specific, reflecting real healthcare communication scenarios you'll encounter in practice. You must select your profession during registration, and this determines which test materials you receive. Your test scores and Statement of Results will indicate your chosen profession.

Choose OET on Computer if you type comfortably and quickly on a keyboard, need results urgently (available in 10 days vs 17 days for paper), prefer reading digital text on screens, and want the ability to edit your written work easily. Choose OET on Paper if you write better by hand, prefer traditional exam formats, feel more comfortable reading printed materials, and the 17-day result timeline fits your application schedule. Both formats assess exactly the same skills with identical content, difficulty, and scoring criteria. Your OET certificate has the same value regardless of format. The Speaking test is conducted face-to-face with an interlocutor for both formats, though computer-based may offer Zoom options at some centers. Consider your personal strengths and comfort level—choose the format where you'll perform best.

Yes, you can reschedule your OET exam by logging into your MyOET account and requesting a date change. Standard rescheduling fees apply: AUD $120 (₹6,509) if you reschedule more than 7 days before your test date, or AUD $200 (₹10,849) for late rescheduling within 7 days of the test. To reschedule, log into your account, find your booking, and select the reschedule option. You'll see available alternative dates and can choose a new test date and time. The rescheduling fee will be charged to your credit/debit card. For medical emergencies or compassionate reasons, contact OET support with supporting documentation—they may waive or reduce fees in exceptional circumstances. Always reschedule as early as possible to minimize fees and ensure availability at your preferred new date.

OET results are typically valid for 2 years from the test date for most regulatory bodies and immigration authorities. However, validity requirements can vary by organization and country. For example, the General Medical Council (GMC) in the UK, Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and most immigration departments accept OET scores for 2 years. Some organizations may have different validity periods or may require more recent scores depending on their specific policies. Always check the exact validity requirements with your target regulatory body, healthcare registration authority, or immigration department before taking the test. If your scores are approaching expiration and you haven't completed your registration process, you may need to retake OET to meet validity requirements.