What is IELTS
International English Language Testing System
IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is a globally recognized English language proficiency exam used for academic, professional, and immigration purposes. It evaluates candidates skills in listening, reading, writing, and speaking through a series of tasks and interviews. The test provides scores on a scale of 0 to 9 for each section and offers two versions: Academic IELTS for higher education and professional registration, and General Training IELTS for work, study, or immigration purposes. With its reputation for reliability and fairness, IELTS remains a popular choice for individuals seeking opportunities in English-speaking countries.
Types of IELTS
IELTS offers two main versions of the test:
IELTS Academic:
Designed for students who wish to pursue higher education or professional registration in English-speaking countries. It assesses the language skills required for academic purposes.
IELTS General Training:
Geared towards candidates who want to work, train, study at a secondary level, or migrate to Overseas. It focuses on practical, everyday English language skills.
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IELTS STRUCTURE
| Date and Frequency | IELTS is conducted year-round with frequent test dates available globally, offering candidates the flexibility to choose a suitable exam date.
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| Center and Admit Card | The IELTS test center provides candidates with an admit card containing essential details for the test day.
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| Results | The IELTS exam provides candidates with official test results after 13 calendar days, showcasing their English language proficiency.
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| IELTS Bands Validity | 2 Years |
Modules
* Four sections with audio recordings of increasing difficulty. .
* Question types include -
-> Multiple Choice
-> Short-answer Questions
-> Sentence Completion
-> Notes/diagram/blanks
-> Matching Information
* Lasts approximately 40 minutes.
* Two tasks: Task 1 (report or letter) and Task 2 (essay).
* Task 1 Academic version involves describing visual data
* In General Training: it's letter writing. -> Formal Letter
-> Semi Formal Letter
-> Informal Letter
* Task 2 requires writing an essay on a given topic.
-> Agree/ Disagree
-> Compare and Contrast
-> Advantage/ Disadvantage
-> Problem Essays
-> Discussion
* Three sections with passages of increasing complexity.
* Question types include
-> Multiple-choice Question
-> Short answer Questions
-> Sentence Completion
-> Classification
-> Matching List/ Phrases
-> Choosing heading for paragraph
* Lasts 60 minutes.
* Face-to-face interview with an examiner.
* Tests fluency, pronunciation, Lexical Resource and Grammar
* Lasts 11-14 minutes.
Fee Structure for IELTS
 IELTS registration costs in India are now 16,250 rupees, although they are subject to change. When arranging a test session, candidates must confirm the fee and pay it using a digital payment method.
Services
Grammar Sessions
Books & Stationary
Vocabulary Sessions