The students who want to study abroad, go for the International English Language Testing System- IELTS, it is a standardized test of English language proficiency for non-native English language speakers.

• IELTS Exam Format-

For IELTS, the Academic module tests the language skills of non-native English language speakers who want to study at a college and university in an English speaking country, where the medium of instruction is English. The IELTS test is recognized by most academic institutions and professional organizations in Europe and Australia, Canada, New Zealand as well as the United States of America. So, the IELTS General Training module tests the language ability of non-native English language speakers, who intend to go abroad, especially to English-speaking countries for vocational training programs -not for a degree, work or immigration. Also, the Employers, professional bodies, and immigration departments in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK, and the USA, and also more than 140 other countries.

• Score: Grade Range-

Students can receive a score from 1 to 9 in each part of the test in Listening, Reading and Writing as well as Speaking. For students, the overall band score is equal to the average of the scores of the four parts. Also, students can receive a whole- for instance,6.0, 7.0, 8.0, or a half-, for example, 6.5, 7.5, 8.5 bands in each part of the exam.

• The Tips to Achieve a High Score in IELTS- 

• The IELTS Listening test-

Students should listen to radio programs, news, and lectures and also watch films and online videos in English. So, the students should Familiarize themselves with each listening test question type such as multiple choice and matching as well as labeling.

• During the IELTS Listening test-

Students should listen to the audio instructions before each section carefully. So, these instructions are not printed in the test booklet. Also, students should read the instructions in the test booklet carefully for the number of words they need to write on the answer sheet. Moreover, If students write more words than required, they will lose marks. Students should read the questions before listening. 30 to 60 seconds are given for reading the questions and instructions. Also, underline the keywords in the question. Additionally, listen to the synonyms and paraphrases as well. Apart from this, the following points should be considered-

1. Students should visualize the situation and try to predict the answer.

2. Students should pay special attention to negatives (not, never, none, no one, barely, hardly, scarcely, etc.

3. Also, students should check their answers during the 30-second pause time after each section.

4. Besides, during the 10-minute time, transfer the answers from the test booklet onto the answer sheet.

5. Students should make sure they have transferred all answers onto the answer sheet and Do not leave empty spaces even if they don’t know the answer as well as make their best guess.

6. Students should make sure that they have used correct grammatical forms and correct spelling of the words in their answers.

• The IELTS Reading test- 

1. Students should read newspapers, magazines, journals, and books in English, and while reading, underline or highlight less common words and phrases.

2. They should Practice guessing the meaning of an unknown word from the context. So, if they still do not understand the meaning of the word, check it in a dictionary instantly.

3. Students should keep up with the news. Also, the topics of the reading passages often deal with current affairs and news.

4. They should be familiar with each Academic or General Training reading test question type.

5. All students should practice reading within a time frame. You need to be able to read fast in order to be able to read all three passages, as well as answer 40 questions in 60 minutes.

6. Students should practice reading techniques such as skimming and scanning as well as intensive reading too.

• During the IELTS Reading test-

1. Students should read the instructions carefully during the test as they may slightly differ from the ones they got familiar with while practicing the exam.

2. They should underline key information as well as make notes in the reading passages in the test booklet.

3. Students should divide their time wisely and if they spend more than a minute answering a question and still do not have an answer then leave it, and proceed to the next question. So, if they have some time left after they have answered the rest of the questions and they may return to the questions remaining.

4. Students should make sure they have transferred all answers onto the answer sheet. Also, they should not leave empty spaces even if they don’t know the answer and should also take your best of their guesses.

• The IELTS Writing test-

1. The students plan to take the IELTS Academic module then they should look for model graph/chart/diagram descriptions – in model Writing Task 1 answers online along with analyzing them in terms of organization of ideas and vocabulary and Language.

2. If students plan to take the IELTS General Training module then they should look for model letters- in model Writing Task 1 answers online and then analyze them in terms of organization of ideas and vocabulary and language as well.

3. Students should find model IELTS essays online and analyze them in terms of task response, essay structure, coherence, vocabulary, and sentence varieties.

• During the IELTS Writing test-

1. Students should analyze each task carefully and underline the keywords.

2. Students should not use task words in their writing and use their own words and sentence structures as well.

• Students plan to take the IELTS Academic Module-

1. They should make sure you understand the essay question and should give an opinion, to compare or contrast, to discuss causes and effects, or to present solutions to problems accordingly.

2. Students should try to limit your essay to 350 words and their priority should be quality, not quantity.

3. They should keep track of time. Also, Leave about 3 minutes for revising Writing Task 1 and at least 5 minutes for revising the essay properly.

• Students plan to take the IELTS General Training Module-

1. Students should not start writing their letter and their essay without planning them first properly.

2. They should write at least 150 words but try to limit your writing to 200 words in Writing Task 1 and also they should Keep track of time. Also, Leave about 3 minutes for revising Writing Task 1 and at least 5 minutes for revising Writing Task 2 properly.

3. Students should write at least 250 words but try to limit their essay to 350 words in Writing Task 2 properly.

• The IELTS Speaking test-

1. Students should practice speaking as much as possible for them.

2. They should books, watch movies and TV, listen to the radio, preferably in English, and also, While reading, watching, or listening, think why they like or dislike it accordingly.

3. Students should Speak in English with other students before entering the exam room. Moreover, It will help them to switch to English more efficiently.

• During the IELTS Speaking test-

1. Students should Keep calm and if they are relaxed, then they will be able to give better performance and results.

2. Students say as much as they can when speaking and can give extended responses as well.

3. They should not think about grammar or vocabulary. Also, Concentrate on answering the questions to the best of their abilities.

4. Students should Correct themselves if they make a mistake or errors.

5. Students should ask the examiner to clarify or repeat the question if there is anything they do not understand properly.

6. They should Pay attention to their body language and do not overuse gestures frequently.

7. They should keep the topic up to the mark.

8. Besides, As the exam is a formal situation so, use neutral or semi-formal language accordingly.

Therefore, Students preparing for any exam is a continuous process that requires time and effort, and energy. So, every practice test Students do, every listening, reading, and writing activity they complete and every speaking practice they undertake improves their language skills and adds to their confidence during the IELTS test.