IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is a globally recognized English language proficiency test that assesses an individual's communication skills. With a legacy of more than 30 years, today over 12,000 organizations and people around the world rely on IELTS for professional, personal and academic purposes.
Types of IELTS:
IELTS Academic: For undergraduate and postgraduate students
IELTS General: For vocational studies or immigration
IELTS for Life Skills: For immigration application
IELTS for UKVI: Recognised by UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI)
IELTS Patterns
Paper-based (PB)/ Computer Based (CB)
IELTS consist of four components
IELTS consist of four components:
Listening
4 parts, 40 questions
PB- 40 minutes and CB- approximately 30 minutes
Academic Reading
3 passages, 40 questions 60 minutes
Academic Writing
2 tasks 60 minutes
General Training Reading
3 sections, 40 questions 60 minutes
General Training Reading
2 tasks 60 minutes
Speaking
3 parts, 11 to 14 minutes
Total Test Time
2 hours 45 minutes
Syllabus
Listening :
- Candidates hear the recording only once and answer the questions as they listen.
- In Paper Based format, test-takers have 10 minutes to transfer their answers to the main answer sheet.
- In Computer Based format, they have two minutes to review their answers after finishing the listening test.
Reading :
- A variety of questions are used, including: Multiple Choice Questions, matching heading/information/sentence endings/features, completion of sentence/table/note/summary/Flow chart / Diagrams, and short-answer type of questions.
Writing :
Academic Module :
- Task 1 is primarily Report Writing (explaining diagrams and charts).
Students are required to write at least 150 words.
- Task 2 is Essay Writing (Discuss on a viewpoint/debate on a topic/problem)
Students are required to write at least 250 words.
General Training Module :
- It also has 2 writing tasks.
- Task 1 presents a Letter Prompt (formal or informal). Students must write at least 150 words for the same.
- Task 2 is same as that of Academic Module.
Speaking :
It is conducted by a trained examiner. This is usually done on another day.
- Part1: Examiner asks questions to the student about his/her work, studies, hobbies etc.
- Part2: The candidate gets 1 minute to prepare and speak on a given topic.
- Part3: It's a mutual discussion with the examiner.
Scoring:
- IELTS is graded on a scale of 0 - 9, known as Band Scale.
- Test Report Form has the test taker's overall score as well as scores for the Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
- Generally, a score of at least 6 bands for UG and 6.5 bands for PG is required in each section.
IELTS Score Band:
09: - Expert User
08 - Very Good User
07 - Good User
06 - Competent User
05 - Modest User
Note:
IELTS One Skill Retake
- It helps individuals to retake only one specific section of the test instead of retaking the full test.
- You can only retake once within 60 days of the original test date.
- Check with the specific institution or organization to confirm if they accept the Online Score Report.
- One skill retake is only for computer delivered candidates.
IELTS Training:
Salient Features of IELTS coaching
- The IELTS exam coaching consists of 30 hours of intensive and comprehensive training.
- E book will be given to student when students enroll for classes
- The IELTS coaching session has a maximum of 10-15 students per batch, making session personalized.
- Equal focus on all facets of the test (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking).
- The IELTS coaching classes are conducted by qualified, experienced and trained faculties.
- 20 full-length mock tests (Written & Practical
- We conduct only online sessions
Timing
- Weekdays: Tuesday to Friday, 2 hours per day
- Weekends: Saturday and Sunday, 4 hours per day
- Fast track mode: Tuesday to Sunday, 4 hours per day
