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Test Prepartion For IELTS

IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is a standardized globally recognized English language proficiency test designed to assess your ability to communicate effectively in English.  Divided into four main sections – Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking – the test evaluates your ability to communicate effectively in English. Accepted by universities, employers, and immigration authorities, IELTS is your key to international endeavors.

Whether you are a student aiming for overseas education or a professional seeking global career opportunities, a good IELTS score opens doors to a myriad of possibilities. Familiarize yourself with the test format and structure to boost your confidence.

Types of IELTS:

  • IELTS Academic:
    • Purpose: Ideal for individuals seeking admission to universities or institutions for higher education.
    • Content: The test focuses on academic language skills, including reading and writing tasks that reflect academic scenarios.
    • Who Should Take It: Aspiring university students or those pursuing professional registration in an English-speaking environment.

 

  • IELTS General Training:
    • Purpose: Tailored for candidates intending to migrate to English-speaking countries or for those seeking work experience or training programs.
    • Content: The test assesses practical, everyday English language skills, including reading and writing tasks relevant to workplace and social contexts.
    • Who Should Take It: Candidates planning to migrate or undertake non-academic training programs.

 

  • IELTS Life Skills:
    • Purpose: Specifically designed for those applying for certain visa categories in the UK, assessing your speaking and listening skills.
    • Content: The test includes tasks that simulate everyday conversation and communication in specific social contexts.
    • Who Should Take It: Individuals seeking to prove their speaking and listening abilities for visa or immigration purposes.

 

 

exam pattern

Total Test Duration 2 Hours 45 Minutes

Listening

40 Minutes

Reading

60 Minutes

Writing

60 Minutes

Speaking

11 - 15 minutes

test format

test format in brief

Test Duration: 40 Minutes

  • Candidates listen to four recordings and answer 10 objective questions from each recording in 30 minutes.
  • 1st Recording – Dialog in an everyday issue.
  • 2nd Recording – Monologue in a social issue.
  • 3rd Recording – Academic Discussion.
  • 4th Recording – Monologue in an academic issue.

Test Duration: 60 Minutes

  • Academic Test

    • Reading Comprehension format.
    • Candidates will read three passages.
    • Length of each passage is of around 1000 words.
    • From each passage 12/14 objective questions.
    • Likewise, 40 questions to answer from 3 passages.
    • All answers need to be transferred in an answer sheet.

    General Test

    • Reading Comprehension format.
    • Candidates read 5 passages.
    • Total 40 objective questions.
    • All answers need to be transferred in an answer sheet.
    • Extracts from Notices, Advertisements, Short texts.

Test Duration: 60 Minutes

  • Academic Test

    task 1
    • Report Writing based on graphical figures.
    • More than 150 words of descriptive writing.
    • Suggested time: 20 minutes.
    task 2
    • Essay Writing based on a given topic.
    • More than 250 words of Persuasive essay.
    • Suggested time: 40 minutes.

    General Test

    task 3
    • Letter Writing.
    • More than 150 words of formal/semi-formal/informal letter.
    • Suggested time: 20 minutes.
    task 4
    • Essay Writing based on a given topic.
    • More than 250 words of Persuasive essay.
    • Suggested time: 40 minutes.

Test Duration: 11 - 15 minutes

  • Candidates listen to four recordings and answer 10 objective questions from each recording in 30 minutes.
  • 1st Recording – Dialog in an everyday issue.
  • 2nd Recording – Monologue in a social issue.
  • 3rd Recording – Academic Discussion.
  • 4th Recording – Monologue in an academic issue.
band socre

how do they score

band score skill level description
Band 9 Expert User You have a full operational command of the language. Your use of English is appropriate, accurate and fluent, and you show complete understanding.
Band 8 Very Good User You have a fully operational command of the language with only occasional unsystematic inaccuracies and inappropriate usage. You may misunderstand some things in unfamiliar situations. You handle complex detailed argumentation well.
Band 7 Good User You have an operational command of the language, though with occasional inaccuracies, inappropriate usage and misunderstandings in some situations. Generally you handle complex language well and understand detailed reasoning.
Band 6 Competent User Generally you have an effective command of the language despite some inaccuracies, inappropriate usage and misunderstandings. You can use and understand fairly complex language, particularly in familiar situations.
Band 5 Modest User You have a partial command of the language, and cope with overall meaning in most situations, although you are likely to make many mistakes. You should be able to handle basic communication in your own field.
Band 4 Limited User Your basic competence is limited to familiar situations. You frequently show problems in understanding and expression. You are not able to use complex language.
Band 3 Extremely Limited User You convey and understand only general meaning in very familiar situations. There are frequent breakdowns in communication.
Band 2 Intermittent User You have great difficulty understanding spoken and written English.
Band 1 Non-user You have no ability to use the language except a few isolated words.
Band 0 Did not attempt the test You did not answer the questions.
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