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IELTS Preparation

You must demonstrate your degree of proficiency in English to be accepted by any foreign colleges to which you are applying. You can take the most common English Language Test, the IELTS, to demonstrate your proficiency in the language. For non-native English speakers to demonstrate their language proficiency, there is the IELTS (International English Language Testing System). In addition to the TOEFL, TOEIC, and PTE, it is one of the most important English language examinations in the world.

Over 3000 academic institutions in the USA, as well as academic institutions in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, as well as other professional organizations throughout the world, accept this IELTS score for admission to a variety of graduate and postgraduate programs. IELTS is a crucial test for the VISA immigration procedure for many foreign nations. IELTS serves as just the Secure English Language Test for Visa and Immigration. Furthermore, it is a crucial prerequisite for immigration to Australia and New Zealand.

The IELTS Test evaluates a student's English speaking, reading, writing, and listening abilities. Band Scores for each language sub-skill in the IELTS exam are used to gauge students' performance (Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking). There is no set minimum score required to pass this test. Each test taker will receive a score ranging from "Band 1" to "Band 9" based on how well they did. The Band 0" Score will be awarded if the candidate didn't take the test. Additionally, after the test date, the IELTS test score is valid for two years. IELTS scores are currently valid for three years for Australian General Skilled Migration (GSM) applications.

Types of Test

The Academic Module and General Training Module make up the IELTS English Language Test. 

IELTS Academic:

The IELTS Academic module is designed for those who wish to enroll in higher education programs at universities and other establishments, as well as for professionals like physicians and nurses who want to study or work in an English-speaking nation. 

IELTS General Training:

The IELTS General Training Module is designed for those who want to immigrate or who want to pursue non-academic training. The IELTS test partners also provide a third exam, called IELTS Life Skills, in addition to these two modules. The target audience for this test is anyone who needs to improve their listening and speaking abilities in English.


IELTS EXAM PATTERN

IELTS exams typically have four sections: speaking, reading, writing, and listening. The test should be finished in its entirety by the test-taker in 2 hours and 44 minutes where the Speaking test may be done on the same day, up to seven days before or after the other tests, and the Listening, Reading, and Writing parts can all be finished in one sitting. The hearing and speaking portions of the test are typically identical for everyone, but the reading and writing portions vary depending on whether the test-taker is taking the Academic or General Training versions of the exam.

 

S.No

Section

Duration

1.

Listening

30 minutes (plus 10 minutes transfer time)

2.

Reading

60 minutes

3.

Writing

60 minutes

4.

Speaking

11-14 minutes

 

WHY TAKE IELTS?

You must be able to demonstrate a high level of English language proficiency if you want to work, reside, or study in an English-speaking nation.

With 379 million speakers globally, English is the third most widely spoken language. There are several advantages to being able to speak in the national tongue of the country you want to work or study in. Additionally, it is necessary for community inclusion and career prospects.

For people wishing to immigrate to countries like Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the USA, IELTS is the exam of choice. More than 11,000 businesses, colleges, schools, and immigration agencies throughout the world, including 3,400 institutions in the USA, recognize it.

IELTS Band Scores

The IELTS Band Scores for each language sub-skill in the IELTS exam are used to gauge students' performance (Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking). 


Test Section
Duration
Number of Questions
Item Types



















Test Section

Duration

Number of Questions

Item Types

Listening

30 mins

40

Multiple Choice, Matching, Plan/Map/Diagram Labeling

Form/Narrative/Note/Flowchart/Summary Completion

Sentence Completion

Reading

60 mins

40

Multiple Choice, Matching, Plan/Map/Diagram Labeling

Summary/Idea/Information/Opinion Completion

True/False/, Yes/No

Sentence/Summary/Note/Table/Flowchart/Matching

Diagram/Chart/Graph/Figure Classification

Writing

60 mins

2

Task 1:Graph/Table/Chart/Diagram Description

Task 2:Essay Writing


Speaking

11 - 14 mins

2

Part 1:Introduction and Interview

Part 2:Individual Long Turn (Cue card)

Part 3:Two-way Discussion

IELTS Score Chart

There is no set minimum score required to pass this test. Each test taker will receive a score ranging from "Band 0" to "Band 9" based on how well they did. The Band 0" Score will be awarded if the candidate didn't take the test.


IELTS Band Score

Skill Level

Description

Band 9

Expert User

Your knowledge of the language is excellent. Your use of English is appropriate, accurate, and fluent, demonstrating complete knowledge.

Band 8

Very Good User

You have complete knowledge of the language, with only the occasional unsystematic mistakes and incorrect usage. You're good at handling complex and complicated arguments.

Band 7

Good User

Capable of communicating with ease; some misunderstandings might come up.

Band 6

Competent User

able to communicate with some effort, especially they are familiar with the situation.

Band 5

Modest User

Cannot use the advanced English language. Problems with expression.

Band 4

Limited User

Have difficulty expressing yourself verbally or in writing.

Band 3

Extremely Limited User

Frequently gets interrupted during speaking and understanding English

Band 2

Intermittent User

Extreme difficulty in speaking and writing English.

Band 1

Non-User

You can only speak a few words in the language.

Band 0

Did Not Attempt The Test 

Did not answer the question

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