Key Points About IELTS:

✔ Conducted by: IDP and British Council

✔ Format: Paper-based and online

✔ Cost: INR 16,250 (same across India)

✔ Score Range: 1 to 9 band

✔ Accepted in: UK, Canada, Australia, USA, New Zealand, and more

✔ Duration: 2 hours and 45 minutes

Types of IELTS:

1. IELTS Academic: For those wanting to study at a university abroad. It tests academic English skills.

2. IELTS General Training: For people migrating for work or training. It tests everyday English skills.

3. IELTS for UKVI: A version approved for UK visa applications.

4. IELTS Life Skills: For proving speaking and listening skills for UK visas.

IELTS Fees in 2024:

✸ India: INR 16,250 (refund of INR 12,000 if canceled 5 weeks in advance; rescheduling fee of INR 4,050).

✸ Canada: INR 19,000 - 20,000

✸ Nepal: INR 16,920

✸ USA: INR 17,795 and up

IELTS Exam Structure: The exam has four parts:

1. Listening: Candidates listen to conversations and monologues and answer questions. It’s only played once.

2. Reading:

1. 
   ● Academic: Three passages to read and answer questions.
2. 
   ● General Training: Three sections with varying lengths of text.

3. Writing:

1. 
   ● Academic: Two tasks, including summarizing data and writing an essay.
2. 
   ● General Training: Two tasks, including writing a letter and an essay.

4. Speaking: A face-to-face interview with the examiner, lasting about 11-14 minutes.

Eligibility for IELTS:

1. 
   ● Age: Must be 16 years or older.
2. 
   ● English Level: No specific level is required to register.

Most institutions prefer a score of 7 or higher, with no less than 6.5 in each part.

Scoring: Scores range from 0 to 9, with each part scored separately. The overall score is an average of the four parts. Scores are valid for two years.

Preparation Tips:

1. Understand the Test Format: Listening, reading, and writing are done in one day, while speaking is done later.

2. Practice Regularly: Set goals based on the score you need. Use official practice materials and take full-length practice tests.

3. Build Vocabulary: Read English texts, learn new words, and practice writing.

4. Improve Listening Skills: Listen to English podcasts, news, and conversations.

The IELTS exam is crucial for anyone looking to study or migrate to English-speaking countries, as it proves your English proficiency.

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