Ielts Prepration
The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is one of the most widely recognized English language proficiency tests in the world. It’s used by:
- Universities (for admission into academic programs)
- Immigration authorities (for visas and residency)
- Employers (in English-speaking countries)
- The IELTS results are recognised by more than 12,000 organisations, including educational institutions, employers, professional associations and governments, in 140 countries around the world
The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is one of the most widely recognized English language proficiency tests in the world. It’s used by:
- Key Facts:
- Full Form: International English Language Testing System
- Accepted in: UK, Canada, Australia, USA, New Zealand, and many more
- Test Versions:
- IELTS Academic – for higher education or professional registration
- IELTS General Training – for work, migration, or non-academic training
The Academic Module assesses whether a candidate is ready to study or train in the medium of English at either the undergraduate or postgraduate level. Admission of undergraduate and postgraduate courses should be based on the results of this module. An overall score of 6.5 is considered good for Most Of the Universities- but the range may vary from 5.5 (for Diploma Courses) to 7 or 7.5 Bands (for Health & Education related courses.) The General Training Module emphasizes language skills in broad social and workplace contexts. It is required for candidates who are going to migrate or planning to undertake work experience or training program to an English-speaking country- such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand or the UK. The acceptable score may vary from 6 Bands to 7 Bands Overall- Depending upon the Category of Migration & the requirement of the employer.
What is IELTS Fees?
- IELTS on Paper: INR 18,000
- IELTS on Computer: INR 18,000
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You can opt to your test either on paper or computer whichever is convenient to you.
Test duration for IELTS: 2 hours and 45 minutes.
The IELTS exam can be taken in two modes
depending on your preference and location:
Computer-Based IELTS
Test sessions available morning, afternoon and evenings too!
IELTS on Computer test dates are available up to 7 days a week, 3 times a day –morning, afternoon and evening! Now you can opt for a date and time as per your own convenience.
- Location: At an official IELTS test center
- Delivery: Listening, Reading, and Writing sections are taken on a computer
- Speaking test: Still conducted face-to-face with an examiner
- Results: Available in 1-2 days
- Availability: More frequent test dates and times
IELTS Computer Based Test Format
Section
Time
Details
Listening
30 minutes
Listening 30 minutes 4 recordings
Reading
60 minutes
3 passages (academic or general)
Writing
60 minutes
2 tasks (e.g., essay, letter/report)
Speaking
11–14 minutes
1-on-1 interview with examiner
Paper-Based IELTS
Test availability for IELTS on Paper
The test dates for IELTS on Paper in India are available four times a month or 48 times a year, and are generally held on Saturdays and Thursdays to provide flexibility and convenience to the test seekers.
- Location: At an official IELTS test center
- Delivery: Listening, Reading, and Writing sections are taken on a Paper
- Speaking test: Also face-to-face with an examiner (usually same day or up to 7 days before/after)
- Results: Available in 8 days
IELTS Paper Based Test Format
Section
Time
Details
Listening
30 mts.+ 10 mts. To Transfer
4 Parts; 40 Questions
Reading
60 minutes
3 passages (academic or general)
Writing
60 minutes
2 tasks (e.g., essay, letter/report)
Speaking
11–15 minutes
Personal Interview;
3 Sections
- Similarities in Both Modes:
- Same format
- Same difficulty level
- Same scoring criteria
- Same face-to-face Speaking test
If you’re wondering which mode is better for you, I can help compare them based on your typing speed, comfort level, and test-taking style. Would you like that?
IELTS One Skill Retake
Take IELTS One Skill Retake test to improve your score in one of the four skills (Listening, Reading, W To help you feel confident going into your IELTS test, we’ve developed IELTS One Skill Retake (OSR).
If you didn’t show your full potential on test day in one of the four skills (Listening, Reading, Writing, or Speaking), IELTS One Skill Retake can help you get back on track.
This option is available for both IELTS on Computer Academic and General Training tests. To check if you are eligible to take the One Skill Retake, please log in to your candidate portal.
(Writing, or Speaking).