International english language testing system (ielts)
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
What is IELTS?
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is designed to help you work, study or migrate to a country where English is the native language. This includes countries such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK and USA.
In IELTS, there are four papers: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. There are two different IELTS modules: Academic and General Training. The Speaking and Listening tests are the same in both modules, but the Reading and Writing tests are different.
Your ability to listen, read, write and speak in English will be assessed during the test. IELTS is graded on a scale of 1-9.
IELTS score scale
Band score | Skill level | Description |
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9 |
Expert user |
The test taker has fully operational command of the language. Their use of English is appropriate, accurate and fluent, and shows complete understanding. |
8 |
Very good user |
The test taker has fully operational command of the language with only occasional unsystematic inaccuracies and inappropriate usage. They may misunderstand some things in unfamiliar situations. They handle complex and detailed argumentation well. |
7 |
Good user |
The test taker has operational command of the language, though with occasional inaccuracies, inappropriate usage and misunderstandings in some situations. They generally handle complex language well and understand detailed reasoning. |
6 |
Competent user |
The test taker has an effective command of the language despite some inaccuracies, inappropriate usage and misunderstandings. They can use and understand fairly complex language, particularly in familiar situations. |
5 |
Modest user |
The test taker has a partial command of the language and copes with overall meaning in most situations, although they are likely to make many mistakes. They should be able to handle basic communication in their own field. |
4 |
Limited user |
The test taker's basic competence is limited to familiar situations. They frequently show problems in understanding and expression. They are not able to use complex language. |
3 |
Extremely limited user |
The test taker conveys and understands only general meaning in very familiar situations. There are frequent breakdowns in communication. |
2 |
Intermittent user |
The test taker has great difficulty understanding spoken and written English. |
1 |
Non-user |
The test taker has no ability to use the language except a few isolated words. |
0 |
Did not attempt the test |
The test taker did not answer the questions. |
What IELTS Score Need?
The higher you can score in your IELTS, reflects a better understanding and ability to communicate in English. Each immigration body, university, workplace or institution will have specific IELTS score requirements. The score you need will depend on what you are looking to do in the country, i.e. work or study.
Types of IELTS Test:
IELTS has two types: IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training. Both tests assess your English language skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking.
IELTS Academic:
Choose this if you wish to study at undergraduate or postgraduate levels, or if you are seeking professional registration, e.g. doctors and nurses. The test measures if you are ready to begin studying in English. It features vocabulary that is familiar within an academic setting.
You can choose whether to take IELTS Academic on paper, on computer or online at home or other suitable location.
IELTS General Training:
Choose this if you wish to migrate to an English-speaking country, (e.g. Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK) or if you wish to employment training, work experience or study at below degree level.
IELTS General Training is available to take on paper and on computer only.
- IELTS Test Conduct by British Council and Australian Education Office.
Following are upcoming dates of IELTS Test in Karachi:
Test Conducted By British Council |
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26 Sep 2023 (Academics & General) |
7 Oct 2023 (Academic & General) |
12 Oct 2023 (Academic) |
21 Oct 2023 (Academic) |
28 Oct 2023 (Academic & General) |
4 Nov 2023 (Academic) |
9 Nov 2023 (Academic & General) |
18 Nov 2023 (Academic) |
25 Nov 2023 (Academic & General) |
2 Dec 2023 (Academic & General) |
7 Dec 2023 (Academic) |
9 Dec 2023 (Academic) |
16 Dec 2023 (Academic & General) |
6 Jan 2024 (Academic) |
13 Jan 2024 (Academic & General) |
18 Jan 2024 (Academic) |
27 Jan 2024 (Academic & General) |
3 Feb 2024 (Academic & General) |
8 Feb 2024 (Academic) |
17 Feb 2024 (Academic & General) |
24 Feb 2024 (Academic) |
7 March 2024 (Academic) |
9 March 2024 (Academic & General) |
16 March 2024 (Academic) |
23 March 2024 (Academic & General) |
Test Conducted By British Council |
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7 Oct 2023 (Academic & General) |
12 Oct 2023 (Academic & General) |
21 Oct 2023 (Academic & General) |
28 Oct 2023 (Academic & General) |
4 Nov 2023 (Academic & General) |
9 Nov 2023 (Academic & General) |
18 Nov 2023 (Academic & General) |
25 Nov 2023 (Academic & General) |
2 Dec 2023 (Academic & General) |
7 Dec 2023 (Academic & General) |
9 Dec 2023 (Academic & General) |
16 Dec 2023 (Academic & General) |