Sunday 4 February 2018
Tuesday 9 January 2018
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT IELTS (Q&A)
Where can I find information about registering for the test?
You can contact your nearest Examination Center or visit the Official IELTS Website for more information about application procedures and the location of a test center near you.
Who accepts IELTS scores?
IELTS is accepted Worldwide; find the score you need for your chosen organization. IELTS is recognized by over 10,000 Organisations Worldwide, including educational institutions, employers, governments, immigration.
What identification is required?
You will need to have to take passport and mail print out with you when you register, as well as on test day. When you take the Speaking module, you will have to present your passport again
What can I take to the Test Room?
A pencil, an eraser and a pen (a pencil will be needed for Listening and Reading). A bottle of water which should be transparent without any writing or labels on it. You will not be able to take anything else into the test room.
Can I take my personal belongings, such as Phone?
There will be an area where you will need to leave all your belongings. The British Council is not responsible for loss or damage to your personal belongings at the test venue.
How can I find out my results?
IELTS results are available 13 days after taking the test in a secure environment. You will only receive one copy of your Test Report Form.
How long is IELTS score valid?
An IELTS Test Report Form (TRF) is valid for two (2) years.
How many times can you take the IELTS Test?
There is no limit on re-appearing for the IELTS exam, as long as your pocket allows. But, it is normally advised that you should not appear for the exam no closer than once in a period of two months.
READING TASK
READING MODULE
OVERVIEW
The Reading Module lasts 60 minutes.
The Reading Booklet will be given to you. You can write on the Question Paper, but you can’t take it from the room. You will write your answers on the Answer Sheet. DONT HAVE EXTRA TIME TRANSFER YOUR ANSWERS. You will have only 60 minutes to read the passages, answer the questions, and write your answers.
QUESTION TYPES
There are many types of questions used in the Reading module. You should be familiar with these types.
- Multiple-choice questions
- Short-answer questions
- Completing sentences
- Completing notes, summary, tables, flowcharts
- Labeling a diagram
- Choosing headings for paragraphs or sections of a text
- Locating information
- Identifying points of view
- Identifying writer’s claims
- Classifying information
- Matching lists or phrases
LISTENING TASK
LISTENING MODULE
There are Four Sections to the Listening module. There are 40 questions altogether. The audio will last 30 minutes.
During the test, you will be given time to read the questions before you hear the audio. As you listen, you can write your answers in your test booklet. Do not wait until the end. The answers in the audio follow the order of the questions.
At the end of each section, you will be given 30 seconds to check your answers. You will have an additional 10 minutes to transfer your answers from your test booklet to the official answer sheet. You must transfer your answers. If you don’t transfer your answers, your answers will not be counted.
The Listening modules are the same for both the Academic and the General Training versions of the IELTS.
Questions Types
There are a variety of question types on the IELTS Listening module
- Multiple-choice
- Short answer
- Sentence completion
- Chart completion
- Flowchart completion
- Graphs Tables
- Making notes
- Summarizing
- Diagrams, plans, and maps
- Classification
- Matching
- Selecting from a list
WRITING TASK
UNDERSTANDING THE Writing Task:
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SPEAKING TASK
SPEAKING MODULE
There are three parts to the Speaking module, which lasts between 11 and 15 minutes. You will be alone in a room with one examiner who will ask you questions and ask you to talk on certain topics. The interview will be recorded. You will be able to make notes in Part 2 only. The Speaking modules are the same for both the Academic and the General Training versions of the IELTS.
TEST
TEST FORMAT
The whole test takes 2 hours and 45 minutes. The Listening, Reading, and Writing modules are taken in one sitting.
- Listening Modules - Time 30 minute
- Reading Modules - Time: 60 minutes
- Writing Modules - Time: 60 minutes
- Speaking Modules - Time: 11-14 minutes
The Speaking Module may be taken within 7 days before or after the Other Modules. You will have to arrange for the Speaking module at your test center.
BAND SCORE FOR IELTS
Sunday 7 January 2018
What is IELTS-
What is the IELTS Test for?
IELTS - International English Language Testing System
Designed to assess the language ability of candidates who need to study or work where English is used as the language of communication. IELTS is required for entry to university in the UK and other countries.
People who are going to English speaking countries for secondary education, work experience or training programs. It is also a requirement for migration to Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK.
TWO VERSION OF IELTS TEST.
1. IELTS ACADEMICS TEST
People who are applying for study a bachelor or postgraduate degree at British universities and colleges accept IELTS results.
2. IELTS GENERAL TEST
People who are going to English speaking countries for secondary education, work experience or training programs. It is also a requirement for migration to Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK.
