Preparing for the IELTS exam is a crucial step for those aspiring to study, work, or migrate abroad. A successful registration process is part of a well-structured and efficient preparation plan. In recent years, Bangladeshi applicants have been able to register for IELTS online. This article presents a step-by-step guideline for registering for the IELTS exam.  Things You Need to Know Before the Registration In Bangladesh, the IELTS exam is administered by the British Council and IDP Education. Both organizations operate multiple centers across all divisional cities in the country, where candidates can register in person to participate in the tests. Examinations for different modules are scheduled on specific dates each month. The IELTS exam is offered in two categories: academic and general training (GT), with the registration process tailored according to the selected category. The academic option is designed for those pursuing higher education, while the GT category is intended for individuals seeking immigration or job opportunities. Read more: Study in France: Costs, Scholarships, and Opportunities for Bangladeshi Students This test can be taken either on a computer or using the traditional paper-based method. Computer-based test results are typically available within 3 to 5 days, whereas paper-based results may take approximately two weeks. For registration, only a National Identity Card (NID) and a valid passport are required. Regardless of the test type or format, the current registration fee is BDT 22,500. Step-by-Step IELTS Test Registration Procedure IELTS Registration in the British Council Step 1 | Account Creation on ‘Test Taker Portal’ First, create an account on the ‘Test Taker Portal’ at the link  https://eamidentity.britishcouncil.org/account/login. This step requires the candidate's name, date of birth, and email address. Complete the account setup by creating a unique password and agreeing to the registration terms. Read more: Craft a Job-Winning Resume with AI: Step-by-Step Guide to Stand Out An account on this portal allows the candidate to complete the process at different times if needed. Additionally, the portal facilitates later access to IELTS scores and the ability to send a ‘Test Report Form’ to universities. Step 2 | Test Category Selection After logging in to the account, select ‘Book New Test’ from the top left corner. Choose the test category, either academic or general training, and then select the test format- either paper-based or computer-based. Candidates with accessibility requirements can choose from options such as scribes, assistive technologies, or hearing assistive devices. Read more: Free Online AI Courses by Harvard University from Basic to Advanced Levels Next, choose the date, venue, and time for the exam based on availability. Confirm the selection by clicking ‘Book Test’. Step 3 | Providing Necessary Information and Documents At this stage, personal information, including mother tongue and test purpose, must be provided. A scanned copy of the passport or National ID (NID) should be prepared for upload. Ensure that the passport is valid; if it is nearing expiration, it should be renewed before registration. Step 4 | Review Section Review the selected test date, personal details, and uploaded documents. Any errors should be corrected at this stage. Read more: Free Websites for Online IELTS Mock Tests Step 5 | Payment of Registration Fee The fee can be paid immediately or at a later time through online payment systems such as cards or mobile banking. Upon successful payment, the British Council will send a confirmation email with the exam details.

The Election Commission is likely to take its dispute over National Identity (NID) cards with the home ministry to President Md Abdul Hamid. Talking to reporters on Monday, Election Commissioner Md Alamgir said the EC will soon send a letter to the president seeking his intervention in resolving the dispute. The government has recently decided to transfer to the home ministry the National Identity Registration wing that had been under the EC since 2006. The EC has objected to the take-over. Meanwhile, a new law is under way to bring the NID job under the Security Services of the home ministry. Earlier, the Cabinet division sent a letter was sent to the EC to hand over the NID services. The Election Commission wrote a counter letter highlighting the benefits of keeping the NID under its control. Since the government is moving towards making a new law the EC has decided to approach the president, said Alamgir. Read: Election Commission won’t favour any political party: Anisur Rahman He said, “There is no new step in this regard. As far as I know the Election Commission Officers Association had submitted an application which we said we will send to the President following the rules.” “We may also send a copy to the security department. That was the decision," he said. He said that the decision was taken 10-12 days ago. The Election Commission Officers Association submitted a memorandum to keep the National Identity Card (NID) registration wing under the EC authority rather than under the home ministry.  If it is shifted from the Election Commission (EC), the EC officials feel that the normal process of the election will be hampered. On October 23, the association submitted the memorandum to Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Kazi Habibul Awal at the election building. Read: NID registration under Home Ministry: Cabinet approves draft act In response to another question, the Election Commissioner said, “NID is the government property. The law gave us responsibility. Now if the law wants to take it then there is nothing to stop us. However, if the government wants to take it, separate manpower and technical infrastructure will have to be created”. "It is definitely a cost issue for the government, there is a challenge as it is a time-consuming issue. We think that even if the government wants to take it, it will take time. It cannot take it so quickly. Because it will take a long time to move from one system to another system. Like the time it takes to pass a law in parliament. It will take a long time to actually transfer," he hinted.

The identity card issued by Bangladesh Election Commission (EC) to citizens is called National Identity Card (NID) or Voter ID Card. Since October 2016, all Bangladeshi adult citizens have been given a Smart NID card by the government. This chip-based plastic card includes an embedded integrated circuit, where all data are stored. The Government of Bangladesh has digitized the Smart NID Card application system. This article will provide a step-by-step guide on how to apply for Smart NID online in Bangladesh. Document You Need to Get Smart NID Card in Bangladesh A new applicant has to submit several documents to become a new voter. Documents must be submitted supporting all the information entered in the online registration form. Below is detailed information on what it takes to get a smart NID card. - Print copy of the online filled form - SSC Certificate - Birth Registration certificate - Passport / Driving License / TIN - Copy of Utility Bill/House Rent Receipt/Holding Tax Receipt – (Any proof of habitual residence in the area) - Citizenship Certificate (if applicable) - Copy of NID Card of Father, Mother, Spouse (if applicable). Read Bangladesh Smart National ID Card Correction Process Providing all these documents is not mandatory. It is better to provide as many documents as you can supply. These documents will ensure your age and area of residence. Keep in mind that if you are 18 years of age on or before January 1 of the current year, you will be included in the voter list. How to get a Smart NID card in Bangladesh online? To apply for a new voter ID card online, first, visit services.nidw.gov.bd from your mobile or computer. Apply button for new enrollment should be clicked. In this form, first, the name of the applicant should be written in English. Then enter the date of birth of the applicant. Then enter the captcha in the text box. The captcha must be entered exactly as it appears. Then click on the continue button. Read How to Get E-Passport in Bangladesh: Things you need to know On the next page, the applicant has to enter the correct mobile number and click on the send message button. Then a 6-digit code will be received on the mobile. Next, enter the 6-digit verification code received on the mobile and click on the continue button. Then the page will load and take you to the option to set your username and password. The user’s name and password must be saved as it will be required to log in to the account later. Then click on the continue button. For the new voter application, click on the profile option. From here, you will be asked to provide three types of information: personal information, other information, and address. Click on the edit button to update personal information, other information, and address. Fill out the whole form according to the requirements. Once the personal details are filled, other details have to be filled in. Other information includes educational qualification, occupation, disability, identification mark, TIN number, driving license number, passport number, religion, telephone number, and mobile number. The applicant will fill out the form according to his information. Read E-Passport for Children in Bangladesh The address should be filled in after other information is filled in. First, you have to select the name of the country you are staying in. Then select a current address and permanent address. If the applicant’s current and permanent address are different, they should be selected separately. Then select the voter area. Voter Area is the area/village/mohalla whose name is to be included in the voter list. Once the address field is filled, click on the next button on the top right side. After clicking on the next button, the option to upload documents will appear. But it says that there is no need for documents here. That doesn’t mean that new voter registration doesn’t require paperwork. Of course, the necessary documents will be required. But you have to submit to their office in person. From here, click on the next button. Submit the form after your see confirms option. Clicking on the submit button will load the page and take you to the profile option, and the download button will appear. Clicking the download button will download the voter registration form No. 2 and print it. Read Changing/ Correcting Information in SSC and HSC Certificate To apply for a NID card without any hassle, the applicant’s signature/signature must be given on the other page of the form. Write the NID number and signature of a voter in the appropriate box who knows the applicant. Also, add the name, NID number, and signature of any one of the representatives of the area, such as Chairman/Municipal Mayor of Ward Member/Ward Councilor/Women Member, etc. and must use a seal under their signature (Mandatory). Next, you have to pin up the mentioned documents with the new voter registration form 2 and submit them to the concerned Upazila election office. Besides, documents can be submitted as per the advice of the concerned Registration Officer. Read How to Get a Trade License in Bangladesh? After taking a photograph, signature, fingerprint, and biometric in the office, you will be cut off from the lower part of the New Voter Registration Form 2. A 10-digit smart NID number will be sent to your mobile number via SMS within a very short time. NID cards can be downloaded online after getting the NID number. After downloading the NID card, you can print and laminate it and do all the work. How to Download the NID Card Online? To download NID Card online, you must visit services.nidw.gov.bd and register to buy by clicking the claim account on the left. A NID Account must be created for NID check or Download. Follow the steps to complete the registration. Now to proceed to the next step, you need to have an app called NID Wallet installed on your mobile. Using the app, scan the QR code you received during the registration. Then verify your face using the phone camera. As soon as the face is verified, the browser will refresh, load with your photo, and guide you through setting up a password. Now you can download your National ID Card with just one click and print it. Read How to get BRTA Bangladesh Motor Driving License in 2022 Is there any fee to get NID in Bangladesh? You don’t need to pay any fees if you are applying for the NID for the first time. This will have 15 years of validity, and you will need to pay BDT 100-150 for the renewal after 15 years. Also, you have to be 18 years old to apply for NID. Final Words Smart NID card is a very important document for every citizen of Bangladesh. It is required to avail any civil rights and benefits like driving license, motor vehicle registration, passport, land purchase, sale, bank account opening, bank loan, teen certificate, mobile SIM, government grants, and allowances. Therefore, each Bangladeshi should get their NID card. So far, we have discussed the process and necessary documents to apply for an NID card online in Bangladesh. Hope it helps!