Can I get VISA approval for Canada with 12 Backlogs and 5.5 in reading, my overall IELTS score is 6?
I have completed my graduation (2016), and working as a QC Engineer (2+ years) in Mechanical industry. Brief details, class 10th-80%, class-12th(science) 60%, BE(Mechanical) 6.5CGPA - 12 backlogs in first 3 semester of BE (all clear) IELTS overall 6 band (L:6, R:5.5, W:6, S: 6).
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The decision on an application for a Canadian study permit will completely be based on one's individual application package. Usually good academic record ( especially marks of last major degree) , proper course selection (preferably showing progression in same field) consistent profile, sufficient proof of funding and a decent IELTS score and showing strong ties to your home country is seen as a standard benchmark to get the Canadian study permit. There may be more requirements, depend...moreTo know everything about Student Visa for Canada, visit the below Shiksha link: https://studyabroad.shiksha.com/canada-student-visa-guide-applycontent5772 The decision on an application for a Canadian study permit will completely be based on one's individual application package. Usually good academic record ( especially marks of last major degree) , proper course selection (preferably showing progression in same field) consistent profile, sufficient proof of funding and a decent IELTS score and showing strong ties to your home country is seen as a standard benchmark to get the Canadian study permit. There may be more requirements, depending upon the citizenship of one's country. Consistent profile and academic record is one of most important factors, Visa officers consider while issuing a study permit, since you have decent Marks in B.Tech. and did not lag a year. there should be no problems. Is 82.28% in final year of B.tech? Most Canadian universities need atleast B grade or minimum 60%-65% (depending on the university) in final 2 years of a 4 years Bachelor's degree for students from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nigeria etc. and an IELTS score of 6.5 overall (with no bands less than 6)(some top grade universities may require IELTS score of overall 7)/ equivalent score of TOEFL also accepted in most universities for being eligible to apply to Master degree programs. What's your aggregate score in final 2 years of your B.Tech? To maximize your chances you should apply for a Master degree or atleast a PG level certificate course in your field/ related field of study. But, mind you.applying to PG certificate courses won't guarantee visa and at same time. applying to lower level diplomas, especially in reputed colleges in your area of study. won't mean sure rejection. as there have been cases where bachelor's/,master's degree holder from India do get approved visa for lower level diploma courses. and those even applying to PG courses get rejection! So it really depends on individual cases. and academic record plays a big role. but generally. to have higher chances of visa. one can apply for PG courses. get visa.and if they wish, then move to diploma courses. And honestly, each case differs.it also depends on your luck. If the visa officer notices the backlogs and take it seriously and relate it to inconsistent academic performance, then it MAY be a cause for concern. otherwise no issues. Hope it helps.
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The university does not have a specific requirement of IELTS scores. The requirement can vary for different courses. It generally ranges between 7.0-8.0 for most courses. Some courses may also ask for 8.5. Students are advised to check the course page for the course they wish to pursue.
For Graduate courses, a score of 8.0 is usually required. Students with a IELTS score less than that, a TOEFL Speaking score less than 27, or DET score less than 125, have to take a language test at Princeton University USA.
Indian students who want to study at Heriot-Watt University Dubai are required to submit an IELTS score. Other equivalent test scores like TOEFL / PTE scores can also be submitted too. The minimum scores required in these tests at different study levels are given below:
| Tests | UG Scores | PG Scores |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| PTE | 50-57 with 51 in each section | 55 |
| TOEFL iBT | 78 | 79 |
Many students find PTE easier because it is marked by a computer and uses templates. You can get a high score quickly if you practice the test pattern well. However the computer is very strict about your pronunciation during the speaking part.
The minimum IELTS scores depend on the level an international student is applying for at the University of Queensland. However, to become eligible for most of the UQ courses, the students would generally need an overall IELTS score of 6.5 and a 6.0 in all the other strands which are Reading, Listening, Reading and Writing.
Other than IELTS, international students can also opt to go for exams given below, they would require minimum scores in these as well -
As per the latest research published by Pearson PTE in July 2025, the IELTS and PTE concordance were updated for this year. Hence, the PTE scores corresponding to an IELTS band score 7.0 lie in the range of 63-70.
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