Why doing IELTS is beneficial?
For study − IELTS is important for the students who want to study overseas specially in the English countries. Universities and schools around the world don’t admit the student from other countries that have not cracked the IELTS exam. So it is a primary requirement for the students wanting to go abroad for higher studies.
For professionals − Professionals such as accounts, engineers, law practitioners, doctors, nurses, and pharmacists and others seeking for work permit are also required to clear this exam. Without this exam they are not legible for applying for any work related visa.
For migrants – IELTS scores are needed by authorities in many nations and it is recognized by nearly every organization around the world than any other English language test. Applicants who want to apply for permanent or temporary residency in countries like Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the UK and The USA this test is compulsory for them.
Fair test – IELTS is designed to assess your language ability in a fair way and to get a accurate result it is divided in four modules writing, listening, reading and speaking. It is available in two variations Academic and General Training and the candidate can chose the test according to his requirement. Moreover, it helps to get a one-time Discussing test one having an examiner at a private room without any distractions.
The test material for IELTS is prepared by the specialists and experienced researches from around the world. These specialists make sure that the test stays impartial for any candidate irrespective of nationality, history, gender, lifestyle or place.
IELTS test dates
There are two types of tests paper based and computer based. In India the dates for paper based exam are allotted four times in a month so it is 48 times each year, this exam is usually conducted on Saturdays and Thursdays to give convenience and flexibility to the evaluation seekers and you get the result on the 13th day from the main exam. For computer-delivered IELTS, there are multiple dates and time from which you can select from and receive your results within 5-7 days. IELTS test can be easily booked through internet as the registration process is very easy.
IELTS test format
As I have told earlier that the IELTS exam is divided in four modules to judge your language skills: Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing. Listening, Reading and Writing tests (considered as the main exam) on the same day one after another, without any breaks in between. Speaking test is conducted on other day it can be before or after the main exam, for this you can reserve a date and time slot according to your preference from the website of the organization either BC or IDP. If you miss to opt a slot over in the specified time, automatically a slot will be booked for you. The entire test time is under three hours.
IELTS Listening test (30 minutes)
You’ll listen to a recording in four parts and answer the 40 questions asked based on the audio. The audio clips are of native English speakers, and also the length of this exam is 30 minutes.
IELTS Reading test (60 minutes)
In the IELTS Reading test you will have to answer 40 questions. For academic there are 3 passages and in General the number of passages can be 3-5.
IELTS Writing test (60 minutes)
The IELTS writing test you need to complete 2 tasks Report and essay for academic test and letter and essay for general test.
IELTS Speaking Test (11-14 moments)
The IELTS Speaking test assesses your spoken English skills. The test is recorded and ran in three components.
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