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What is IELTS?

The International English Language Testing System

(IELTS) is designed

🞆to help you work,

🞆study or migrate to a country where English is the native language.

Your ability to listen, read, write and speak in English will be assessed during the test. IELTS is graded on a scale of 1-9.

IELTS Exam types

IELTS has two types:

🞆IELTS Academic.

🞆IELTS General Training.

• The reading, writing and listening parts of the test are done on the same day.
• The speaking test is done separately on a different day.

You can choose whether to take IELTS AT/GT on paper, on computer or online at home or other suitable location.

LISTENING

You will listen to four recordings which are a mix of monologues and conversations from a range of native speakers and you will only hear each recording once.

Students will be provided with –

1. Headphones
2. Question booklet
3. Answer sheet

Listening (ACADEMIC/GENERAL TRAINING)

SAMPLE ANSWER SHEET (Listening)- Academic/General Training

READING

The IELTS Reading test consists of 40 questions, designed to test a wide range of reading skills. These include reading for gist, reading for main ideas, reading for detail, skimming, understanding logical argument and recognising writers’ opinions, attitudes and purpose.

Students will be provided –

1. Question booklet
2. Answer sheet

READING

IELTS BAND SCORE CHART

WRITING

The IELTS Writing test is designed to assess a wide range of writing skills, including how well you write a response appropriately, organise ideas, use a range of vocabulary and grammar accurately.

Students will be provided with–

1. Question booklet
2. Answer sheet

WRITING (Academic/General Training)

TASK -1

REPORT WRITING (AT)

BAR GRAPH

PIE CHART

TABLE CHART

LINE GRAPH

PROCESS CHART

A. MAN-MADE PROCESS CHART

B. NATURAL PROCESS CHART

FLOW CHART

DEVELOPMENT  CHART

A. DEVELOPMENT  OF PLACE

B. DEVELOPMENT OF OBJECT

C. DEVELOPMENT OF ANIMAL

WRITING TASK 1 BAND DESCRIPTORS

TASK -1

LETTER WRITING (GT)

TASK -2

ESSAY WRITING (AT/GT)

Agree / disagree

1.) Do you agree or disagree?

When a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive. Do you agree and disagree with this statement? 

2.) To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people say that Ebooks and modern technology will totally replace traditional newspaper and magazines . To what extent do you agree or disagree.  

🡪Advantages / disadvantages

1.) Discuss advantages and disadvantages ?

Machines are taking over more and more jobs previously done by humans. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your own opinion. 

2.) Do advantages outweigh the disadvantages ?

Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh its disadvantages?

🡪 Discuss both views and give your opinion

Some people think that art is an essential subject for children at school while others think it is a waste of time. Discuss both views and give your opinion. 

🡪 Problem/ solutions

1.) Causes / solutions

Fewer young people play sports these days. Why is this? What can be done to encourage more young people to do sports? 

2.) Effects / solutions

Some people are leaving the countryside to live in the cities and the town, leaving only the old people in the countryside. What problem are caused by this issue? What can be done to solve this problem?

3.) Causes / effects /Solutions

Nowadays, not enough students choose science subjects at university in many countries. Why is this? What effects does this have on society and What can be done to encourage to opt science subject ? 

🡪 Positive / negative development

1.) Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology. In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships people make? Has this become a positive or negative development? 

🡪 Direct / two part / hybrid question

1.) Most people agree that money cannot be happiness. Why is happiness difficult to define happiness?  How can people achieve happiness?

SAMPLE ANSWER SHEET (WRITING TASK 2)

WRITING TASK 2 BAND DESCRIPTORS

SPEAKING

The IELTS Speaking test is designed to assess a wide range of skills. The examiner will want to see how well you can. communicate opinions and information on everyday topics and common experiences; to do this you will need to answer a range of questions. speak at length on a given topic using appropriate language.

Students will be provided –

1. ROUGH SHEET

SPEAKING (Academic/General Training)

SPEAKING BAND DESCRIPTORS

What is the test duration of the IELTS exam?

  The IELTS test duration is 2 hours 45 minutes for Listening, Reading and Writing, whereas Speaking will be conducted separately, not on the same day. Speaking test date will be within 7 days before or after the IELTS exam date.

When will I get the IELTS Academic exam result?

IELTS Academic results are typically available on the (12:00 am GMT) 7th calendar day after the main test date.

When will I get the IELTS Computer based exam result?

IELTS Computer based exam result is available within 2 working days after the test date.

What if I am not satisfied with the IELTS test scores?

In that case, you can fill the form of rechecking (module wise). However, there is a rechecking fee which you have to pay, if you are not satisfied with your test scores. Suppose, if there is a change in your band scores after rechecking, then the fee is fully refundable.

Is IELTS general and academic speaking is same?

Yes, IELTS general and academic both speaking and listening section format is similar, but writing

and the reading test format is different.

 What if I forgot my IELTS login details? 

Here are the steps to recover your IELTS login details:

Step 1: Go to the IELTS login page 

Step 2:  Click on Forgot Password, then reset your new password.

Step 3: If you forgot your IELTS username to login, then simply enter your registered email and generate a new username.

After all these steps if still unable to get IELTS login details back just contact us.

What is the IELTS Academic fee?

Is the IELTS more difficult than PTE?

Both test requirements as per university or college are different. If we talk about difficulty level then it totally depends upon test taker’s ability.

How do I prepare for IELTS at home?

• Requirement: First you have to make a target for which country how much band score is required according to that mindset you will prepare yourself:
• Understand the test format: Proper knowledge of every question type will help you to get a higher band score and prevent you from mistakes. So, understand the IELTS test format, then start practicing.
• Use Quality Resources: Use effective test materials that will help you more to prepare for the IELTS Exam.
• Start conversation in English: With friends or family start your daily conversation in English this activity will boost your confidence to speak English Fluently in front of Examiner
• Self-Evaluation: At last check yourself where you are standing by taking mock tests and then work on your weaknesses.

Which country accepts 5.5 bands in IELTS?

There are some countries like the UK and European Countries that accept 5.5 bands in IELTS. It

also depends on the student’s profile. Not all are eligible for that. To check your profile contact us.

Can I study abroad without IELTS?

Yes, you can study abroad without IELTS to know more about it contact us.

What is the full form of TRF in IELTS?

Test Report Form

How can I download a TRF IELTS result?

Follow these steps to download the IELTS result TRF.

Step 1: Go to IELTS login account

Step 2: Check your IELTS test result

Step 3: Then, on the right side there is an option to download your test result simply download it.

For how long the IELTS TRF is valid?

The IELTS TRF is valid for 2 years. After the TRF is not valid you have to retake the IELTS exam.

Should we use American English or British English in the IELTS exam?

You can use either American English or British English both are accepted.

Tips to crack IELTS exam:

Time Management: As most of the students spend a lot of their time on a single question just because they do not understand the concept. So the tip is, first complete all the questions, then come to those questions for which you may haven’t find the suitable answers in Reading. 

Consistency is the key: Don’t skip a single day, as practice makes you perfect.

Grammar: Working on English Grammar is more effective way to crack the IELTS exam as it is totally based on how good you are in English.

Vocabulary: Don’t use the same word time and again in Speaking and Writing modules. Learn new vocabulary to improve your English. Most importantly, don’t try use any word forcibly.

Improve Listening Skills: Don’t fall for these things like listening English music, speeches and all. Instead of that listen your own IELTS listening audios this make you familiar with question types and accent to crack the IELTS exam as soon as possible.

If you want to know more tips contact our IDP Certified trainer.

Is it possible to only retake the reading module in IELTS exam?

Yes, it’s possible to retake the one skill examination. However, this is only possible for computer-based test like IELTS Academic (computer-based), IELTS General Training (computer-based), IELTS UKVI Academic (computer-based), IELTS UKVI General Training (computer-based), whereas for pen and paper based IELTS test, you have to take the test again.