Blessy Babu May 13, 2024

OET Exam Dates in 2024, Registration Period, and Results

Are you planning to take the OET exam in 2024? Here is everything you need to know about the test dates, registration period and any assistance in preparing well for the exam. 

As a healthcare professional, understanding the OET exam schedule for 2024 is essential, especially if you are considering relocating to an OET-accepted country. By enrolling in healthcare courses like OET, you will gain the knowledge and skills you need to pass the test with good scores and become a successful healthcare professional.

As you read this blog, you'll get comprehensive information about the OET Exam dates 2024, including details about which professions are eligible to take the exam, registration deadlines, and result release dates.

OET Exam Dates 2024

The OET exam dates for 2024 have already been announced in 2023, so you have ample time to apply for the test. However, keep in mind that you must apply at least three weeks before the test day. You can also apply for the next test and any of the following three tests if you require more preparation time. Also, you must be aware that there are three types of OET Exam delivery methods such as OET On Paper at a test center, OET on Computer at a test center and OET at home.

It is advisable to apply well in advance to prepare adequately and achieve a high score. If you need to know about the OET test pattern for different sections, you can check it out here. Please see the tables below for the OET Test Dates in 2024 which are given in two sections - OET Test on Paper and OET Test on Computer.

OET Exam Dates 2024 (OET on Paper)

Official exam dates for OET on Paper for the year 2024 have been released in 2023 and there are no changes in test dates or schedules. Check out the official OET exam dates below if you plan to appear this year.

Test Date Professions Available For Test Test Booking Date (Book Between) Results Publishing Date
 
Saturday
04 May 2024
 
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Wednesday, 26 June 2024 Tuesday, 06 August 2024
Saturday
03 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Dentistry, Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Radiography, Speech Pathology, Veterinary Science Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Wednesday, 10 July 2024 Tuesday, 20 August 2024
Saturday
17 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Wednesday, 24 July 2024 Tuesday, 03 September 2024
Saturday
31 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Radiography Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Wednesday, 07 August 2024 Tuesday, 17 September 2024
Saturday
14 Sep 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Dentistry, Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Radiography, Speech Pathology, Veterinary Science Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Wednesday, 04 September 2024 Tuesday, 15 October 2024
Saturday
12 Oct 2024
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Wednesday, 18 September 2024 Tuesday, 29 October 2024
Saturday
26 Oct 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Radiography Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Wednesday, 02 October 2024 Wednesday, 13 November 2024
Saturday
09 Nov 2024
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Wednesday, 16 October 2024 Tuesday, 26 November 2024
Saturday
23 Nov 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Dentistry, Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Radiography, Speech Pathology, Veterinary Science Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Monday, 28 October 2024 Tuesday, 10 December 2024
Saturday
07 Dec 2024
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Wednesday, 13 November 2024 Tuesday, 24 December 2024

OET Exam Dates 2024 ( OET on Computer)

Official exam dates for OET on Computer for the year 2024 have also been released. Check out the  official OET exam dates below if you are planning to appear for it next year.

Test Date Professions Available For Test Test Booking Date (Book Between) Results Publishing Date
Monday
29 Jul 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Tuesday, 23 July 2024 Tuesday, 13 August 2024
Tuesday
30 Jul 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Wednesday, 24 July 2024 Tuesday, 13 August 2024
Wednesday
31 Jul 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Thursday, 25 July 2024 Tuesday, 13 August 2024
Thursday
01 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Friday, 26 July 2024 Tuesday, 13 August 2024
Friday
02 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Saturday, 27 July 2024 Tuesday, 13 August 2024
Saturday
03 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Sunday, 28 July 2024 Tuesday, 13 August 2024
Monday
12 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Tuesday, 06 August 2024 Wednesday, 28 August 2024
Tuesday
13 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Wednesday, 07 August 2024 Wednesday, 28 August 2024
 
Wednesday
14 Aug 2024
 
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Thursday, 08 August 2024 Wednesday, 28 August 2024
Thursday
15 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Friday, 09 August 2024 Wednesday, 28 August 2024
Friday
16 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Saturday, 10 August 2024 Wednesday, 28 August 2024
Saturday
17 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Sunday, 11 August 2024 Wednesday, 28 August 2024
Monday
26 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Tuesday, 20 August 2024 Tuesday, 10 September 2024
Tuesday
27 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Wednesday, 21 August 2024 Tuesday, 10 September 2024
Wednesday
28 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Thursday, 22 August 2024 Tuesday, 10 September 2024
Thursday
29 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Friday, 23 August 2024 Tuesday, 10 September 2024
Friday
30 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Saturday, 24 August 2024 Tuesday, 10 September 2024
Saturday
31 Aug 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Sunday, 25 August 2024 Tuesday, 10 September 2024
Monday
09 Sep 2024
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Tuesday, 03 September 2024 Tuesday, 24 September 2024
Tuesday
10 Sep 2024
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Wednesday, 04 September 2024 Tuesday, 24 September 2024
Wednesday
11 Sep 2024
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Thursday, 05 September 2024 Tuesday, 24 September 2024
Thursday
12 Sep 2024
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Friday, 06 September 2024 Tuesday, 24 September 2024
Friday
13 Sep 2024
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Saturday, 07 September 2024 Tuesday, 24 September 2024
Saturday
14 Sep 2024
Nursing, Medicine Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Sunday, 08 September 2024 Tuesday, 24 September 2024
Monday
23 Sep 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Tuesday, 17 September 2024 Tuesday, 08 October 2024
Tuesday
24 Sep 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Wednesday, 18 September 2024 Tuesday, 08 October 2024
Wednesday
25 Sep 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Thursday, 19 September 2024 Tuesday, 08 October 2024
Thursday
26 Sep 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Friday, 20 September 2024 Tuesday, 08 October 2024
Friday
27 Sep 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Saturday, 21 September 2024 Tuesday, 08 October 2024
Saturday
28 Sep 2024
Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy Friday, 25 August 2023 - 12pm Sunday, 22 September 2024 Tuesday, 08 October 2024

 

OET Registration in 2024

To register for the OET Exam, you are required to register through the official OET website. Login to my OET register on the official OET website by creating an OET Login to proceed with your OET online registration. 

4 Things Needed For OET Exam Booking

You will need the following things to book your OET test. Ensure you have these four things before booking your OET exam. 

  • A digital photo of your passport
  • Your identification document (Driving Licence or any government authorised ID cards).
  • Credit card or payment details
  • A digital passport photo

Eligibility Requirements for the OET Exam

It is believed there are some eligibility requirements for taking the OET test. Let's see what they are.
 
Age Criteria: If you think there is an age criterion for appearing for the OET exam, there is not. Cambridge Boxhill Language Assessment Trust (CBLA), the conducting body of the OET exam has not mentioned any age limit for the OET exam. Hence, what you are required to do is register for the OET exam on the official website. 
 
Educational Qualifications: Again, Cambridge Boxhill Language Assessment Trust (CBLA) has not put down any specific educational qualifications required by the candidate to appear for the OET Exam. The desire to work in the healthcare sector or some level of experience in a healthcare system is considered an eligibility to apply for the OET exam. If you have doubts regarding who can take the OET, check out the professions eligible to take the OET.
 

How to Register for the OET Exam in 2024? 

The Occupational English Test (OET) is available at more than 120 locations in 40 countries, with 14 yearly test dates.  Registering for the OET test might be confusing for first-time test takers. Following are the steps involved in registering for the OET test in 2024. 

3 Steps Involved In Registering for OET in 2024

  • Step 1. Register for OET using your current personal email ID. 

Note: If you are applying for ECFMG certification, you must use the same email address for OET as you use for ECFMG, be it a personal or other email address.

  • Step 2. Read and accept the OET Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and OET Collection Notice. Then click on ‘I Agree’ button to complete the OET registration. 
  • Step 3. Provide details of a valid identification (ID) for your booking. 

Note: The same ID must be presented on the test-day and must pass the identity verification process for you to be permitted to sit for OET. 

Things To Keep In Mind When Registering For OET Test in 2024

Type of Test Things To Keep In Mind
OET on Paper at a test venue Upload a current photo that meets the OET requirements.
OET on Computer at a test venue and, OET@Home Upload an image of your identification

3 Ways To Take OET Test

You can take the OET test in three main ways, and Here are the three OET delivery modes:  

 

Are there any age requirements for the OET Exam? 

Cambridge Boxhill Language Assessment Trust (CBLA), the conducting body of the OET exam has not mentioned any age limit for the OET exam. There are no age criteria if you think there is to appear for the OET exam. Hence, what you are required to do is register for the OET exam on the official website. 

What is the education qualification for the OET Exam? 

Again, Cambridge Boxhill Language Assessment Trust (CBLA) has not put down any specific educational qualifications required by the candidate to appear for the OET Exam. The desire to work in the healthcare sector or some level of experience in the healthcare sector is eligible to apply for the OET exam. If you have doubts regarding who can take the OET, check out the professions eligible to take OET

Also check, Why Healthcare Professionals Prefer OET? 

How to Check the OET Results?

OET test results will be out after 16 business days from each test date. You can check your OET results on the official OET website. To view the results, you are required to enter your OET Login credentials to your online profiles where your OET scores can be viewed. Furthermore, you can also download the hard copy of your OET statement of results from your online profile.

How To Reschedule the OET Exam?

Rescheduling the OET Exam can be a bit confusing for first-time test takers. If you're taking OET at a venue or taking OET@Home on a computer, you can reschedule your exam up to two days before the start of your test.

Y You can also reschedule your exam on the day of your OET test if you experience any technical issues. However, if you're unable to attend the test on the day you've booked, you can reschedule your exam to a different date, venue, or test type up to two days before the start of your first sub-test. Some certain conditions and fees may apply, so please keep that in mind.

OET Rescheduling Conditions

  • If you want to reschedule the LRW sub-test, you must also reschedule your speaking sub-test.
  • Must reschedule up to two days before the start of your first test.

Steps To Reschedule Your LRW and Speaking Sub-Tests 

  • Log in to your OET account
  • Click on the ‘My Bookings’ tab
  • Select the booking you wish to change and click ‘Reschedule Booking'
  • You will be asked which test you would like to defer.
  • If you want to reschedule the LRW, you must also reschedule your Speaking test.
  • Select when, how and where you want to take the test
  • Confirm your new dates and proceed to the payment page.

To reschedule your speaking sub-test, follow the steps below:

  • Log in to your OET account
  • Click on the ‘My Bookings’ tab
  • Select the booking you wish to reschedule and click ‘Reschedule Booking'
  • You will be asked which test you would like to defer.
  • Continue to ‘Change Speaking test only’
  • Select when, how, and where you want to take the test
  • Confirm the new dates and proceed to the payment page.

Check Out: OET Speaking Tips

Note:

  • If you want to reschedule your venue to a different country, you must contact our training team.
  • If you have already taken one sub-test, you cannot request to reschedule your remaining sub-tests.

OET Exam FAQs

1. How to take an OET test date?

If you have made the decision to take OET, here are the steps to take an OET Test Date:

  • Step 1–Determine What You Need OET for (e.g.: migration, further studies, registration with a healthcare board, etc.)
  • Step 2–Choose OET Test Date & Location (Look for an OET test centre near you, or at a place convenient for you)
  • Step 3–Check Seat Availability
  • Step 4–Pay OET Exam Fee
  • Step 5–myOET Login Setup
  • Step 6–Book OET Online
  • Step 7–Check Email Inbox Regularly (All correspondence from OET will be sent in your email)

2. How much does it cost to reschedule my OET test?

Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking reschedule fees

  • Up to 10 days before the test-AED 307 & AED 348
  • Less than 10 days before the test-AED 500 & AED 569

Speaking Test reschedule fees:

  • Up to 10 days before the test-AED 77 & AED 92

NOTE: The above price displayed in AED applies to candidates taking their OET test in Dubai.

3.How to Get OET Result?

You can get OET results from the official OET website. View and download your statement of results via your myOET portal. On the left side of your test details, you will see an ACTION column. Under the ACTION column, there are small black triangles. Click on one of these triangles, then "download statement of results"

4.When can I get the OET Result?

Candidates who have appeared for their Occupational English Test (OET) can view their OET test scores after 16 business days from each test date. 

5.How long are OET results valid?

The length of time the results are recognised as valid is decided by the authorities that recognise OET (e.g. boards and councils, government departments). Always check your authority’s website for details to make sure you know their requirements. 

6.Can I apply for OET remarking?

You can request for OET Remarking if you believe that your results do not reflect your performance on the test.The OET Re-marking Policy aims to ensure that candidates can request a re-mark of one or more sub-tests. 

7.How to Apply for OET Remarking in 2024?

To apply for OET on Paper candidates, you must log in to myOET and click the “Request Re-marking” link for the sub-test or tests you want to get remarked. For OET on Computer candidates, you need to complete an online form which you can get it from the official OET website. 

8.When can I request an OET remark on my sub-test?

You can request for re-marking within 72 hours from when your results are released. Requests received after this period will not be accepted.

9.What is the cost of OET re-marking?

To have your OET subtest(s) remarked, you must pay a fee of AED 307 (OET on Paper) AED 348 (OET on Computer) per sub-test to complete your re-marking request.

10.When will I get the outcome of my OET remarking request?

You will receive the outcome of your OET remarking request three weeks from the day you submit the request. If there is a grade change, the remarking fee will be reimbursed. However, if the outcome of your remarking does not change your grade, you will not be refunded this fee.

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Blessy is an experienced medical instructor who specialises in Prometric courses and NCLEX preparation. She has a wealth of knowledge in healthcare education and is highly skilled in teaching and training healthcare professionals. Her main aim is to support students in passing their Prometric exams and NCLEX certification by providing them with comprehensive and up-to-date study materials, personalised instruction, and hands-on practice exams.

Blessy's teaching approach centers on creating a supportive and engaging learning environment that encourages critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and effective test-taking strategies. She is committed to professional development and keeping up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in the medical field. As part of her commitment, she regularly attends workshops, conferences, and seminars to enhance her expertise, ensuring that her students receive the most relevant and valuable education.

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