Right now am pursuing my graduation in computer Science and engineering in 3rd year should I start preparing for IELTS or GRE.
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It is great that you are pursuing your graduation in Computer Science and Engineering. Whether you should start preparing for IELTS or GRE depends on your future plans. If you are planning to study abroad for higher education, then you should start preparing for IELTS or GRE. If you are planning to work in India after graduation, then you may not need to take these exams. IELTS is an English language proficiency test that is required for admission to universities in English-speaking countries. GRE is a standardized test that is required for admission to graduate programs in the United States and other countries. Please note that the el...more
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Table below mentions English Language Proficiency Scores-
English Language Tests | Scores |
|---|---|
TOFEL | 80 |
IELTS | 6.5 |
Note- TOEFL/IELTS scores are valid for no longer than 2 years. Applying for Fall admission 2026, students may submit scores from tests taken no earlier than January 5, 2024.
Currently, official sources (IDP, British Council, Cambridge) have not confirmed that the IELTS will become an adaptive test (where difficulty changes based on your answers) in 2026. While some third-party websites speculate about "AI-powered questions" or "interactive diagrams," the official exam pattern remains uncertain; everyone gets the same set of questions in the same order.
Yes, the One Skill Retake will be a standard feature for computer-delivered IELTS tests in 2026. This feature allows you to retake one of the four skills (Listening, Reading, Writing, or Speaking) if you are unsatisfied with your score, without having to redo the entire exam.
No major official overhaul of the IELTS exam structure has been announced for 2026. The core format: Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking and scoring (0-9 bands) remain the same. However the test is evolving in their IELTS question pattern.
To study in the top ranked Masters Universities in Australia, the students may be required to submit English language proficiency scores. So, for admission to top ranked Masters of Humanities & Social Sciences in Australian universities, the students should aim to score an overall 6.5 in IELTS. Besides IELTS, TOEFL or PTE score are also accepted by majority of Australian universities for admission to Masters of Humanities & Social Sciences.
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