IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is designed to assess the language ability of candidates who need to study or work where English is the language of communication. IELTS is jointly managed by the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (Cambridge ESOL), British Council and IDP: IELTS Australia. IELTS conforms to the highest international standards of language assessment. IELTS is recognised by universities and employers in many countries, including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK and the USA. It is also recognised by professional bodies, immigration authorities and other government agencies. Anybody who wishes to pursue under graduation and graduation studies or wishes to migrate abroad for better job prospects can take the test. IELTS is conducted in 37 cities in India. Normally IELTS is conducted once a month. Forms can be obtained from the Test Centres or can be downloaded from www.ielts.org. One can register for IELTS online on www.ieltsindia.org. IELTS tests the candidates in areas of Listening, Writing, Reading and Speaking. For Masters courses a minimum of 6.5 is required. For a Graduate course a band of 6 may be accepted, every institute would have its individual requirement. The candidate needs to check the requirement of the place he makes the application too. The score report is mailed within two weeks of the test. The score for each section is reported on a band of 0-9. The average of the scores of all sections is taken and the overall score is given in band of 0-9. The nine bands and their descriptive statements are as follows: 9 Expert User 8 Very Good User 7 Good User 6 Competent User 5 Modest User 4 Limited User 3 Extremely Limited User 2 Intermittent User 1 Non User You need to apply to semesters/terms beginning in August/September as they have The largest in-take of students. Acceptance rates for international students are also higher. The chances of getting financial aid are better. Wish u all the very best.

Hi, * International English Language Testing System (IELTS), is an international standardized test of English language proficiency. It is jointly managed by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, the British Council and IDP Education Pvt Ltd. * There are two versions : -Academic Version -General Training Version The Academic Version is intended for those who want to enroll in universities and other institutions of higher education and for professionals such as medical doctors and nurses who want to study or practice in an English-speaking country. The General Training Version is intended for those planning to undertake non-academic training or to gain work experience, or for immigration purposes. * IELTS is accepted by most Australian, British, Canadian, Irish, New Zealand and South African academic institutions, over 3,000 academic institutions in the United States and various professional organisations. It is also a requirement for immigration to Australia, New Zealand and Canada. * The test consists of four Modules - Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking - to obtain a band score, which is shown on the IELTS Test Report Form (TRF). All candidates take the same Listening and Speaking Modules, while the Reading and Writing Modules differ depending on whether the candidate is taking the Academic or General Training Versions of the Test. * No minimum score is required to pass the test. An IELTS result or Test Report Form is issued to all candidates with a score from 1 (no knowledge) to 9 (expert user) and each institution sets a different threshold. * The score is valid for two years. * Below is the list of institutes offering IELTS coaching in the country. -Fateh Education -Bijou Language Training Centre -Orion EdCon Services -Sizzling Career -Verbal Xpert -Transit Institute -Foreign Academic Consultancy & Training (F.A.C.T.) -Goenka Professional Training Institute -Achievers Point Knowledge Systems Pvt. Ltd For more, you may refer to the link mentioned below. https://testprep.shiksha.com/ielts-exams-coaching-classes-in-india-categorypage-14-51-930-0-0-1-1-2-0-none-1-0#page-top While selecting the best institute, you need to check some of the important parameters such as batch size, syllabus, faculty, fees etc. Wish You Luck!

Hi, IELTS is a english proficiency test which need to taken by all the international students whose first or native language is not english. IELTS has 4 section namely: - Reading - Writing - Speaking - Listening IELTS scores are valid for 2 years. There are two version of IELTS test: 1. Academic IELTS. 2. General IELTS. The Academic IELTS exam is the more advanced test. This version is generally used to determine whether candidates are qualified to enroll in undergraduate and graduate academic programs where English is the medium of instruction. The General IELTS exam is the simpler test. It focuses on basic survival skills in social and educational contexts. It is generally requested for candidates applying for immigration, working in certain professions. Regarding preparation of this test, I would suggest you to join some good coaching institute in your city which offers quality coaching for IELTS. These institute offers regular and weekend classes, plus they conduct mock test on regular basis. For your reference find below some of the finest coaching institutes which offers quality coaching for IELTS. - The princeton review. - TIME. - IMS. IELTS coaching institute: https://testprep.shiksha.com/ielts-exams-coaching-classes-in-india-categorypage-14-51-930-0-0-1-1-2-0-none-1-0#page-top Feel free to raise more questions. Appreciate by giving it thumbs up or marking as best. All the Best.

What is IELTS?

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Careerco Counsellor | Beginner-Level 4

2013-10-18 23:57:58

IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is designed to assess the language ability of candidates who need to study or work where English is the language of communication. IELTS is jointly managed by the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (Cambridge ESOL), British Council an

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Mayank S | Contributor-Level 9

2013-11-15 14:46:25

Hi, * International English Language Testing System (IELTS), is an international standardized test of English language proficiency. It is jointly managed by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, the British Council and IDP Education Pvt Ltd. * There are two versions : -Academic Ver

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Shaban | Guide-Level 11

2013-11-15 15:43:44

Hi, IELTS is a english proficiency test which need to taken by all the international students whose first or native language is not english. IELTS has 4 section namely: - Reading - Writing - Speaking - Listening IELTS scores are valid for 2 years. There are two version of IELTS test: 1. Academ

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