IELTS, International English Language Testing System, is designed and developed by Cambridge University in order to ease the way of students and professionals who wish to study and work in countries where English is the first language.
WHO IS IT FOR? – This test is taken by more than 2 million people every year throughout the world. As it helps the students and professionals to study and work in their dream countries, the number of candidates is increasing annually. IELTS is recognized by universities and employers in many countries, including Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK and the USA. It is also recognized by professional bodies, immigration authorities and other government agencies.
WHAT IS THE IELTS TEST LIKE? – There are two versions of IELTS exam one is for students that is the Academic and other one is for professionals or workers that is General Training. All candidates do the same Listening and speaking sections.
The test has four sections:
- Listening – 4 sections, 40 questions, 30 minutes
- Speaking – interview, 15 minutes
- Reading – different for Academic – 3 sections, 40 questions, 60 minutes
- Reading – different for General Training – 5 sections, 40 questions, 60 minutes
- Writing – different for Academic or General Training – 2 pieces of writing, 60 minutes
LEVEL AND SCORES – There are different levels ranging from 1 – 9. The score is also available in the variables of .5 such as 6.5. The universities & colleges usually demand a score between 6-7 overall depending on the previous course you accomplished and the course you selected to pursue in your further studies. In addition to that there can be a condition of minimum score in all the four modules.
WHERE DO I TAKE THE TEST? – There are number of test centers available throughout the world which has been recognized by the regulatory body of IELTS. There are more than 1400 centers in 56 countries worldwide.
WHEN CAN I TAKE THE TEST? – Usually, 4 tests are held in every month. You can register you test at any centre. We can help you in arranging a test date as well.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO TAKE IELTS? – Fee is set by test centers and vary from country to country. The cost of test is 15500 INR, currently.
