IELTS

You will be presented with four recorded texts, including monologues and conversations by native speakers. You must then answer a series of questions that assess your ability to comprehend the main ideas, detailed information, opinions, and attitudes expressed by the speakers. Additionally, you will be tested on your ability to understand the purpose of the spoken words and follow the progression of ideas. The recordings feature a variety of voices and accents from native speakers, and each section will be played only once. It's important to note that the Listening component is identical for both the Academic and General Training versions of the test.

• Section 1

  A conversation between two people is set in an everyday social context, such as a conversation in an accommodation agency.

  Section 2

  A monologue set in an everyday social context, like a speech about local facilities.

  Section 3

  A conversation between up to four people set in an educational or training context, such as a university tutor and a student discussing an assignment.

  Section 4

  A monologue on an academic subject, like a university lecture.

The Reading component of the test consists of 40 questions that cover a diverse range of reading skills. These questions are designed to assess your ability to comprehend the general idea, main concepts, details, and logical arguments in a text. You will also need to identify the opinions, attitudes, and purpose of the writers. The question types used in this component vary to test different reading techniques, such as skimming and understanding the writer's perspective.

• Reading - Academic

  In the Academic version of the test, you will encounter three lengthy texts that encompass a wide range of styles, from descriptive and factual to discursive and analytical. These texts are authentic and have been sourced from books, journals, magazines, and newspapers. While they are intended for a non-specialist audience, they are appropriate for individuals who are preparing for undergraduate or postgraduate courses or seeking professional registration.

  Reading - General Traininh

  The General Training version requires you to read extracts from books, magazines, newspapers, notices, advertisements, company handbooks, and guidelines. These are materials you are likely to encounter on a daily basis in an English-speaking environment.

Writing – AcademicThe Academic version of the Writing component consists of two tasks, each addressing topics of broad relevance and suitability for individuals entering undergraduate or postgraduate studies, or those seeking professional registration.

Task-1 Task-2

You will be presented with a graph, table, chart, or diagram and are asked to describe, summarise, or explain the information in your own words You may be asked to describe and explain data, explain the stages of a process, how something works, or describe an object or event You will be asked to write an essay in response to a point of view, argument, or problem. Responses to both tasks must be written in a formal style.

• Writing – General Training

  The General Training version of the Writing component comprises two tasks that revolve around topics of general interest, designed to assess candidates' ability to communicate effectively in common real-life situations.

  Task 1 Task 2

  You will be presented with a situation and asked to write a letter requesting information or explaining the situation. The letter may be personal, semi-formal, or formal in style. You will be asked to write an essay in response to a point of view, argument, or problem. The essay can be slightly more personal in style than the Academic Writing Task 2 essay

The Speaking component of the test evaluates your proficiency in spoken English and typically takes about 11 to 14 minutes to complete. It is recorded for assessment purposes. Notably, the Speaking component is identical in both the Academic and General Training versions, similar to the Listening component.

Part 1 -- Part 2 --Part 3 You will be asked to answer general questions about yourself and a range of familiar topics, such as your home, family, work, studies, and interests. This part lasts between four to five minutes. You will be given a card that asks you to talk about a particular topic. You will have one minute to prepare before speaking for up to two minutes. The examiner then asks you one or two questions on the same topic to finish this part of the test. You will be asked further questions connected to the topic in Part 2. These questions give you an opportunity to discuss more abstract issues and ideas. IELTS preparation tips Here are the tips and strategies to help you prepare effectively and confidently for the IELTS test, ensuring you are ready to achieve your desired score and excel in your language proficiency goals.

• IELTS Listening test tips

  Most important: check if your headphones are working, if not, raise your hand Utilise the time allotted to prepare the questions. Read through them before the recording starts Listen to the recording attentively and focus more on answers than understanding everything. Remember that the recording is played only once Take notes on your question paper when listening to the recording Write within the given word limit for each question Revise and proofread for spelling and grammar errors before submission Try to use all capital letters for your answers IELTS Reading test tips Examine every detail of the figures, graphs, or images in the question paper to be precise while answering If you can’t understand a question, don’t waste time on it. Rather than move on to the next, you can always come back later to finish this Don’t waste time writing on the question paper. There is a time limit, and you will get no extra time to transfer answers later on Understand the questions carefully and focus on finding answers from the passage Be precise, grammatically correct, and to the point. Proofread before submission Try to use all capital letters for your answers The General and Academic Training Reading tests are usually graded to the same level. However, the texts mentioned in the Academic Reading Test can be more challenging as compared to those mentioned in the General Training Test.

  IELTS Writing test tips

  Perform a thorough analysis of assigned tasks and quickly prepare the answers mentally Divide your time smartly, 20 minutes for task 1, and 40 minutes for the task (as it is lengthier and carries more marks) Try to write over 150 words for task 1 and over 250 for task 2 Avoid repetition of ideas, phrases, and words Ensure that you write a conclusion for task 2 Write precise, relevant answers. Avoid writing long paragraphs and sentences Use active voice. Avoid writing in the passive voice Do not submit without a thorough revision and proofreading IELTS Speaking test tips Speak clearly (slow and fluently) Listen to the questions asked carefully, and answer directly You can add more information to the answers, and ensure the answers remain relevant If required, ask the examiner to repeat the question Be confident as you speak Don’t take long pauses Focus on vocabulary, range of tenses, grammar, and sentence structure equally