IELTS (INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE TESTING SYSTEM)
IELTS tests all four language skills –
--> Listening
--> Reading
--> Writing and
--> Speaking.
The Speaking test is a face-to-face interview with a certified Examiner. It is interactive and as close to a real-life situation as a test can get.
The IELTS nine (9) band score system grades scores consistently. It is secure, benchmarked and understood worldwide. Test materials are designed carefully so that every version of the test is of a comparable level of difficulty. IELTS Examiners are fully qualified and follow the IELTS standardised testing around the world. IELTS has a quality-controlled system of recruitment, training, benchmarking, certification and monitoring. IELTS markers are regularly monitored and tested every two years to retain their certification.
IELTS is offered as 2 types of tests.
· General Test
That is required to be taken by applicants who wish to seek permanent residence or employment in countries like Australia.
· Academic Test
To be taken by students who wish to Study Abroad.
Test Fees
Fees for IELTS Academic Test is Rs. 7,200/-, payable at The British Council or Rs. 7,400/- if payable with credit card at IDP Education Australia offices throughout the country. For additional score reporting, students have to pay Rs. 1,000/- per university, if the report has been sent by courier.
IELTS Score
The minimum score accepted for a course ranges from 5.0 to 7.5, depending upon courses and institutes you are applying to. The most common requirement is a band score of 6 to 6.5.
Listening:
IELTS listening test lasts for about 30 minutes. It consists of four sections, played on cassette tape, in order of increasing difficulty. Each section might be a dialogue or a monologue. The test is played once only, and the questions for each section must be answered while listening, although time is given for students to check their answers.
Reading:
Both Reading modules consist of three passages or sections with forty questions. Question types include multiple choice, sentence or summary completion, identifying data for short-answer questions, matching lists or phrases and identifying writers’ views/attitudes.
Academic Writing:
There are two compulsory tasks. Task 1 requires at least 150 words and Task 2, the more heavily weighted, requires at least 250 words. In Task 1, Academic Writing module candidates are asked to look at a diagram, table or data and to present the information in their own words. Candidates taking the General Training Writing module are asked to respond to a given problem with a letter in Task 1. In Task 2, all candidates are presented with a point of view, argument or problem and asked to provide general factual information, outline and/or present a solution, justify an opinion, and evaluate ideas and evidence.
IELTS tests your ability to produce two quite different pieces of writing in a fairly short period of time. The test is divided into two parts and you are allowed one hour to complete both parts.
IELTS Writing Task 1
In the first part, you are given a task based on some graphic or pictorial information. You are expected to write a descriptive report of at least 150 words on the information provided.
IELTS Writing Task 2
The second task is more demanding. You are expected to produce a written argument on a given topic and to organise your answer clearly, given some examples to support your points. You will have to write at least 250 words and, as Task 2 is longer than Task 1, you are advised to spend approximately 40 minutes on this task and 20 minutes on the first task.
IELTS General Writing
If you are planning to take the GT module, the Writing test is different. You are allowed one hour to complete two tasks, of 150 and 250 words, as in the Academic module. However, Task 1 is always a letter, while Task 2 is an essay based on a given topic.
Speaking:
HOW TO APPLY FOR IELTS :
You have 3 options to register for IELTS exam
OPTION A:
This is the most convenient way to register, as it allows you to register at your convenience. Get immediate seat confirmation... no waiting. You must have a valid Credit card with you to avail the online booking facility
Important
You MUST bring the following along with you on the day of the test
OPTION B:
Register in Person at Test Centre office or Input Node
Walk into any Test Centre offices or the nearest Input Node and use any of the following methods to register:
OPTION C:
Register by Courier and pay test fee by Demand Draft
EXAMINATION SCORE VALIDATION
IELTS examination score was valid for 2 years
IELTS tests all four language skills –
--> Listening
--> Reading
--> Writing and
--> Speaking.
The Speaking test is a face-to-face interview with a certified Examiner. It is interactive and as close to a real-life situation as a test can get.
The IELTS nine (9) band score system grades scores consistently. It is secure, benchmarked and understood worldwide. Test materials are designed carefully so that every version of the test is of a comparable level of difficulty. IELTS Examiners are fully qualified and follow the IELTS standardised testing around the world. IELTS has a quality-controlled system of recruitment, training, benchmarking, certification and monitoring. IELTS markers are regularly monitored and tested every two years to retain their certification.
IELTS is offered as 2 types of tests.
· General Test
That is required to be taken by applicants who wish to seek permanent residence or employment in countries like Australia.
· Academic Test
To be taken by students who wish to Study Abroad.
Test Fees
Fees for IELTS Academic Test is Rs. 7,200/-, payable at The British Council or Rs. 7,400/- if payable with credit card at IDP Education Australia offices throughout the country. For additional score reporting, students have to pay Rs. 1,000/- per university, if the report has been sent by courier.
IELTS Score
The minimum score accepted for a course ranges from 5.0 to 7.5, depending upon courses and institutes you are applying to. The most common requirement is a band score of 6 to 6.5.
Listening:
- 4 Sections
- 40 Items
- 30 minutes
IELTS listening test lasts for about 30 minutes. It consists of four sections, played on cassette tape, in order of increasing difficulty. Each section might be a dialogue or a monologue. The test is played once only, and the questions for each section must be answered while listening, although time is given for students to check their answers.
Reading:
- 40 Items
- 60 minutes
Both Reading modules consist of three passages or sections with forty questions. Question types include multiple choice, sentence or summary completion, identifying data for short-answer questions, matching lists or phrases and identifying writers’ views/attitudes.
Academic Writing:
- 2 Tasks
- 150 and 25 words
- 60 minutes
There are two compulsory tasks. Task 1 requires at least 150 words and Task 2, the more heavily weighted, requires at least 250 words. In Task 1, Academic Writing module candidates are asked to look at a diagram, table or data and to present the information in their own words. Candidates taking the General Training Writing module are asked to respond to a given problem with a letter in Task 1. In Task 2, all candidates are presented with a point of view, argument or problem and asked to provide general factual information, outline and/or present a solution, justify an opinion, and evaluate ideas and evidence.
IELTS tests your ability to produce two quite different pieces of writing in a fairly short period of time. The test is divided into two parts and you are allowed one hour to complete both parts.
IELTS Writing Task 1
In the first part, you are given a task based on some graphic or pictorial information. You are expected to write a descriptive report of at least 150 words on the information provided.
IELTS Writing Task 2
The second task is more demanding. You are expected to produce a written argument on a given topic and to organise your answer clearly, given some examples to support your points. You will have to write at least 250 words and, as Task 2 is longer than Task 1, you are advised to spend approximately 40 minutes on this task and 20 minutes on the first task.
IELTS General Writing
If you are planning to take the GT module, the Writing test is different. You are allowed one hour to complete two tasks, of 150 and 250 words, as in the Academic module. However, Task 1 is always a letter, while Task 2 is an essay based on a given topic.
Speaking:
- 11 to 14 minutes
HOW TO APPLY FOR IELTS :
You have 3 options to register for IELTS exam
OPTION A:
This is the most convenient way to register, as it allows you to register at your convenience. Get immediate seat confirmation... no waiting. You must have a valid Credit card with you to avail the online booking facility
- Log on to http://www.IELTSIndia.com weeblylink_new_window
- Select the option "Apply on-line"
- Select your test date (you will see the seat availability status)
- Fill the on-line form
- Pay the test fee by credit card (Master / Visa)
- Get instant seat booking and acknowledgement
Important
You MUST bring the following along with you on the day of the test
- 2- recent photographs, passport sized (please write your Name and Passport number on the reverse of your Photo)
- Photocopy of your Passport (first 3 pages), AND any observation pages.
OPTION B:
Register in Person at Test Centre office or Input Node
Walk into any Test Centre offices or the nearest Input Node and use any of the following methods to register:
OPTION C:
Register by Courier and pay test fee by Demand Draft
- Download the application form . Alternately, collect the application form, from the nearest Test Centre office, Training Institute, Agent or Input Node.
- Complete the application form
- Sign the application form and the Test terms and conditions sheet attached to the form
- Attach 2 recent photographs, passport sized (write your Passport number and your Name on the reverse of the Photo)
- Attach Photocopy of your Passport (first 3 pages) AND any observation pages
- Attach the Demand Draft for the test fee (demand draft must be drawn in favour of "IELTS India Project, Payable at New Delhi")
- Send the completed application form with all attachments and the test fee to
EXAMINATION SCORE VALIDATION
IELTS examination score was valid for 2 years