Everything you need to know about the IELTS Exams

The International English Language Testing System, more popularly known as IELTS, is the most widely used English language test for employment, education, and immigration. IELTS is for overseas applicants who want to be educated or be employed in a country where English is the primary language. 

Over ten thousand organizations rely on IELTS as a credible estimate of actual English communication ability. IELTS assesses a test taker’s practical capacity to apply English in everyday contexts. IELTS Academic and General Training aim to determine all proficiency levels, from beginner to advanced. 

The Academic edition is designed for examinees who intend to pursue education at the undergraduate and graduate level in an English-speaking nation or apply for work experience. The General Training edition is intended for examinees who plan to find employment or relocate to a similar region. 

 

The IELTS exam measures the examinee’s English language fluency in 4 categories: listening, writing, reading, and speaking. The IELTS examination has become one of the most significant, trustworthy, and reliable types of English-language evaluation ever since its launch in the 1980s. It is approved by approximately 9000 colleges, companies, and visa organizations internationally. The UK, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, and Canada are the most common nations where IELTS is recognized for university applications.

This blog includes all the information, tips, and tricks you need to know about IELTS in Bangladesh. It walks you through the administration of IELTS exams in Bangladesh, the test centers, IELTS exam fee in Bangladesh, exam dates, score requirements of different universities, the Pros and Cons of the two mediums of IELTS exam, the test format of the four categories, the band score and frequently asked questions. By the end of this article, you will have complete knowledge of IELTS that will prepare you to begin your training for your exam. 

Latest Updates on the IELTS Exam in Bangladesh

Who administers IELTS Exams in Bangladesh?

   1) British Council Bangladesh

The British Council Bangladesh permits you to take the IELTS exam through them. When you schedule an IELTS exam with the British Council Bangladesh, you get free access to their renowned online IELTS preparation course.

Each of the four abilities includes a variety of interactive exercises, video lectures, and IELTS Academic practice exams. They also provide five different exam report forms for free, which they submit to the institutions you are applying to. The IELTS exam fee in Bangladesh through the British Council is 20,250 taka.

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   2) IDP Bangladesh Education

IDP Bangladesh co-owns the IELTS exam and administers it through custom-built testing facilities. They provide the exam at 9 accessible and well-equipped venues around the country. You may sign up and pay for your exam expenses quickly. They also offer a broad choice of free IELTS tools to help you prepare for the test. The IELTS exam fee in Bangladesh through IDP education is 20,250 taka. 

Where are the Test Centers for IELTS in Bangladesh?

     British Council Bangladesh

Paper-based IELTS	Computer-based IELTS
Dhaka	Dhaka
Chattogram	Chattogram
Sylhet	Sylhet
Barishal	–
Khulna	–
Cumilla	–
Rajshahi	–

     IDP Bangladesh

Paper-Based IELTS	Computer-based IELTS
Dhaka	Dhaka
Chittagong	Chittagong
Khulna	–
Sylhet	–

Latest IELTS Registration fee for IELTS Exam in Bangladesh (2023)

Test Type	Test Location	Test Modality	Test Fee
IELTS Academic	In Center	Paper-based / Computer	20,250
IELTS General Training	In Center	Paper-based / Computer	20,250
IELTS Academic for UKVI	In Center	Paper-based / Computer	22,250
IELTS General Training for UKVI	In Center	Paper-based / Computer	22,250
IELTS Life Skills (A1 and B1)	In Center		17,250

IELTS exam date 2023 in Bangladesh

The British Council Bangladesh provides a variety of suitable exam dates around Bangladesh. You can take the IELTS exam on paper or on a computer. Whichever option you choose, you will have to go to a testing facility to take your exam. The exam’s Listening, Reading, and Writing components will be performed on the same day, with no breaks.

If you take IELTS on paper, your speaking exam will be on a different day than the rest of the sections, within a 7-day interval before or after the significant test day. You will receive an email 48 hours before the start announcing your Speaking exam date. Whether you take IELTS on a computer or on paper, you may decide on your Speaking exam schedule. 

Around 40 IELTS exams are conducted each week in various test centers for both Academic and General test versions in British Council and IDP Bangladesh. That equates to 160 tests every month and 1920 exams per year. 

 

 

Why take the IELTS Exam?

Over 9,000 institutions in over 135 countries recognize IELTS as proof of English language competency for educational, immigration, and professional purposes. This is the world’s most widely known English test because its questions meet high-quality control requirements. 

The IELTS test evaluates many English language abilities, including speaking, listening, writing, and reading. It also includes live interaction with an assessor to prepare you for real-world scenarios. There is no maximum score for “failed” or “approved,” however most universities prefer a band score between 6 and 7. The IELTS Global Recognition System specifies the minimum results necessary for different organizations. The IELTS Academic is appropriate for university admissions and employment in an English-speaking nation.

IELTS assesses the British and American English skills of an individual in terms of spelling, grammar, and vocabulary. IELTS helps educate your ear to recognize various native English dialects — the reading exam includes a mix of them. This is because the test was created by Australians, New Zealanders, Britons, and Americans who attempted to provide an intelligent approach to each English language variant. 

You may take your British Council IELTS exam in 900 separate British Council-accredited offices globally, with dates scheduled all year. You can sign up online, and the British Council Bangladesh headquarters in your nation will handle it and deliver it to the closest exam center. The result is published within 7-14 days after the test is conducted, depending on the modality. They can also be distributed to a specific institution or organization of your choice.

Top countries that accept IELTS

You must demonstrate your English fluency in whatever nation you visit. As a result, the IELTS exam is the most commonly taken by people who want to work or study abroad. You will be eligible to apply to over 9,000 organizations worldwide if you get a creditable score.

Several countries and their institutes recognize IELTS for a student visa, including Australia, New Zealand, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Canada, and Ireland. People frequently seek migration to other nations in pursuit of better financial prospects. Some do it to further their careers, live with family/relatives, and further their education for political and personal reasons. For those people, the IELTS course in Bangladesh is accepted for immigration and student visas in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Canada.

Below is a list of counties accepting IELTS which may serve your interest – 

• Australia: In Australia, The University of Melbourne, Australian National University, and Monash University are some of the reputed institutes that accept IELTS. The minimum band score varies depending on the school. Medical courses require a band score of 7, undergraduate courses require a 6.0, and postgraduate students need a 6.5, correspondingly. The Department of Home Affairs accepts the IELTS exam as proof of competency for obtaining an Australian visa. This test is accepted by all major agencies and institutions. The results required are totally based on the conditions of your access.
• New Zealand: In New Zealand, renowned institutes that accept IELTS include The University of Auckland, The University of Otago, and Victoria University of Wellington. In New Zealand, the necessary combined score for a degree is 5.5. The lowest total score for undergraduate courses is 6.0. The total score must be 6.5 for postgraduate studies. Furthermore, the score range permitted for tutoring courses is 7.0. Immigration New Zealand permits you to offer your IELTS test results as proof of English competence for your visa application.
• The United States of America: In the United States of America, Stanford University, Harvard University, Princeton University, and Yale University are well-known institutions that accept IELTS. America’s elite institutions require you to receive at least 7.0. Other institutes,  such as Carnegie Mellon, take 6.0 as an overall result. As a result, it primarily depends on the type of colleges you apply to; the USA has not specified a specific score.
• The United Kingdom: The University of Oxford, the University of Cambridge, and the University College London are some of the widely recognized institutes that accept IELTS in the United Kingdom. A 6.5 total score is required for an undergraduate degree, and the same is true for master’s degrees.

Meanwhile, if you wish to study at one of the best institutions in the UK, such as Oxford, the typical band score required is 7.0-7.5. It is the baseline for bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. UK Visas and Migration (UKVI) recognizes all IELTS examinations as verification of English proficiency, whether academic, general, or life skill sets.

• France: The French universities that accept IELTS include the University of Montpellier, Sorbonne University,  The Paris Institute of Political Studies and more. Band scores are less strictly enforced in French institutions. Most institutions demand a combined total GPA of 6-6.5. Some colleges, such as ISC Paris, do not require an IELTS score.
• Canada: IELTS is accepted at the University of Toronto, McGill University, the University of Alberta, and the University of British Columbia, and most other higher education institutes in Canada. The minimum band score necessary in each area is 5.5, with an ultimate band of 6. A baseline of 6.0 for each component and 6.5 are required for graduate programs. Individuals must demonstrate their English abilities to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to obtain a Canadian visa. The IELTS exam is approved by all major organizations and companies in Canada. The ratings are entirely determined according to where you choose to work or study.
• Ireland: IELTS is accepted by Trinity College Dublin, University College Cork, College Limerick, and Waterford Institute of Technology among others in Ireland. Undergraduate courses at Irish institutions need a minimum score of 5.5 to 6.0. The minimal total score for postgraduate courses ranges from 6.0 to 6.5.

IELTS Score Requirements by Top Universities

Name of University	Country	QS Global Ranking	IELTS Requirement
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)	USA	1	Minimum: 7 Recommended: 7.5
University of Oxford	UK	2	Minimum: 7 Recommended: 7.5
Stanford University	USA	3	Minimum: 7 Recommended: 7.5
University of Cambridge	UK	3	Minimum: 7 Recommended: 7.5
Harvard University	USA	5	Minimum: 7.5 Recommended: 8
Imperial College London	UK	7	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
ETH Zurich	Switzerland	8	Minimum: 7 Recommended: 7.5
UCL	UK	8	Minimum: 7.5 Recommended: 8
University of Chicago	USA	10	Minimum: 7 Recommended: 7.5
Yale University	USA	15	Minimum: 7 Recommended: 7.5
Columbia University	USA	19	Minimum: 7.5 Recommended: 8
Princeton University	USA	20	Minimum: 7 Recommended: 7.5
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	USA	23	Minimum: 6 Recommended: 7
Johns Hopkins University	USA	25	Minimum: 7 Recommended: 7.5
Northwestern University	USA	30	Minimum: 7.5 Recommended: 8
King’s College London	UK	35	Minimum: 7.5 Recommended: 8
University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)	USA	40	Minimum: 7 Recommended: 7.5
New York University (NYU)	USA	42	Minimum: 7.5 Recommended: 8
Zhejiang University	China	45	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)	UK	49	Minimum: 7 Recommended: 7.5
Technical University of Munich	Germany	50	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
University of Amsterdam	Netherlands	55	Minimum: 7 Recommended: 7.5
Brown University	USA	60	Minimum: 8 Recommended: 8.5
Universiti Malaya (UM)	Malaysia	65	Minimum: 5 Recommended: 5.5
University of Zurich	Switzerland	70	Minimum: 7 Recommended: 7.5
University of Wisconsin-Madison	USA	75	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
Pohang University of Science And Technology (POSTECH)	Korea	80	Minimum: 6 Recommended: 6.5
University of Washington	USA	85	Minimum: 6 Recommended: 7
University of Birmingham	UK	90	Minimum: 6 Recommended: 6.5
The University of Sheffield	UK	95	Minimum: 6 Recommended: 6.5
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	USA	100	Minimum: 7 Recommended: 7.5
Utrecht University	Netherlands	110	Minimum: 6 Recommended: 6.5
The Ohio State University	USA	120	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
École Normale Supérieure de Lyon	France	130	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
McMaster University	Canada	140	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
Cardiff University	UK	150	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
Emory University	USA	160	Minimum: 6 Recommended: 6.5
Western University	Canada	170	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
University of Gothenburg	Sweden	180	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia	Malaysia	190	Minimum: 6 Recommended: 6.5
Macquarie University	Australia	200	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam	Netherlands	210	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
Radboud University	Netherlands	220	Minimum: 6 Recommended: 6.5
University of Ottawa	Canada	230	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
Queen’s University at Kingston	Canada	240	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD)	Brunei	250	Minimum: 6 Recommended: 6.5
Tufts University	USA	275	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
North Carolina State University	USA	300	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7
Brunel University London	UK	350	Minimum: 4.0 Recommended: 5.5
Vilnius University	Lithuania	400	Minimum: 5.5 Recommended: 6
Florida State University	USA	475	Minimum: 6.5 Recommended: 7

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Paper-based IELTS Exam

Pros

• It is more suitable for slow typers.
• It is possible to write notes on the question sheet, which is helpful for activities such as mapping and underlining binding terms.
• No chance of making a typing mistake.

Cons

• Because most younger individuals type quicker than they write, the majority will take longer to write.
• Students with sloppy handwriting may forfeit points.
• Having to move responses to the answer sheet increases the likelihood of errors.
• Fewer testing means a lengthier delay for results.
• Speaking can be scheduled on another day.
• Takes long to evaluate, and hence longer to receive your result.

 

Computer-based IELTS Exam

Pros

• You receive results faster.
• You can copy text from reading passages and use them in your answers.
• Tests are easily available almost every day in Dhaka.
• Excellent for quick typists.
• Corrections are easier to make.
• You may use a timer to help you organize your time.
• Headphones for listening to reduce distractions
• In many centers, the speaking test is held on the same day as the remainder of the exam.
• You can view the word count in the writing section.

Cons

• You are not permitted to doodle or draw on the question sheet, which may affect your listening and reading abilities. However, you can highlight text in the reading section.
  
• Writing assignment 1 may be more complicated since you cannot take notes on the question paper.
• Highlighting text requires considerably more work and time, tracing maps is more complex, and so on.

IELTS Test Pattern and Format

In IELTS, there are four papers:

• Listening,
• Reading,
• Writing and
• Speaking.

Now let’s discus about these four sections briefly –

IELTS Reading Section

Types of Questions	Fill in the blanks in a written paragraph or a table. Match headings to textual content, diagrams, or charts. Finish the sentences. Write short answers to open-ended questions. Answer multiple-choice questions.
Number of Questions	40
Test Format	The format consists of three lengthy passages ranging from descriptive and factual to argumentative and analytical. These quotations are from textbooks, magazines, publications, and papers. They were chosen for non-specialist readers but are acceptable for individuals starting university classes or pursuing professional certification.
Score/Marks	Each accurate answer is worth one point. The IELTS band scale converts scores out of 40. The test is scored in whole and half bands.
Assessment Criteria	Read to understand the overall meaning of a passage. Read for the significant points. Recognize a writer’s viewpoints, emotions, and goals. Track the progression of an argument.
Difficulty Level	Difficult
Approximate Preparation Time	With Low English Proficiency: 3-4 months With Medium English Proficiency: 1.5-2 months With High English Proficiency: 2-3 weeks

Tips to ace the IELTS Reading Test Section from the best IELTS coaching center in Dhaka

• Read the instructions thoroughly.
• Try to complete each section in 20 minutes.
• When transferring your answers, be cautious.
• When encountering a new word, attempt to figure out its meaning from the context.
• Frequently practice the tests and become familiarised with the test format. 

IELTS Writing Section

Types of Questions	For Task 1, you must write at least 150 words. For Task 2, you must write at least 250 words.
The number of Questions	2
Test Format	In the IELTS Academic Writing test, write in a formal style. Task 1 will offer you a graph, table, chart, or diagram. In your own words, you will be asked to describe, summarise, or explain the material. Describe and define facts, describe the phases of a procedure or how something functions, or describe an item or event. You will be required to compose an essay responding to the point of view, argument, or problem in Task 2. You should find the topics engaging and simple to grasp.
Score/Marks	A certified IELTS examiner will grade your Writing test. In the IELTS Writing test, Task 2 is awarded twice more than Task 1. The test is scored in whole and half bands.
Assessment Criteria	Compose a suitable answer. Carefully organize the key concepts. Use a wide variety of vocabulary and grammar correctly.
Difficulty Level	Most Difficult
Approximate Preparation Time	With Low English Proficiency: 3.5-4 months With Medium English Proficiency: 1-2 months With High English Proficiency: 2-3 weeks

Tips to ace the IELTS Writing Test Section from the best IELTS coaching center in Dhaka

• Familiarize yourself with the Essay Writing Structure.
• Before attempting, make sure you understand the question.
• Make grammatically correct sentences.
• Use correct vocabulary.
• Keep a record of the word count.
• Keep a close watch on the clock.

IELTS Listening Test Section

Types of Questions	Answer multiple-choice questions. Matching heading to textual content. Label the diagram. Complete the table/summary. Complete the sentences.
The number of questions	40
Test Format	After listening to four recordings in native English accents, you will be asked to respond to several questions in writing.  Recording 1: A talk between two persons in a social setting. Recording 2: A speech in an everyday social environment, such as a presentation about community services. Recording 3: A discussion between four individuals in an educational or training situation, such as a university instructor and a student talking about a project. Recording 4: An academic lecture.
Score/Marks	Each accurate answer is worth one point. The IELTS 9-band scale is used to calculate scores out of 40. The test is scored in whole and half bands.
Assessment Criteria	Understanding of critical ideas and specific factual details.  Recognize a speaker’s beliefs, attitudes, and intent. Track the progression of an argument.
Difficulty Level	Comparatively Easy.
Approximate Preparation Time	With Low English Proficiency: 2.5-3 months With Medium English Proficiency: 1-2 months With High English Proficiency: 2-3 weeks

Tips to ace the IELTS Listening Test Section from the best IELTS coaching center in Dhaka

• Read the questions very carefully
• Listen and answer simultaneously
• Pay attention to keywords and make use of the pointers and headers.
• Check your answers twice.

IELTS Speaking Section

Types of Questions	Introduction. Answer questions about familiar topics. Talk about the given topic for one or two minutes. Two-way discussion.
Parts	3
Test Format	Part 1: The assessor will present themselves, and you will be asked to introduce yourself and establish your identification. The assessor will ask broad questions about everyday life, such as your home, family, job, education, and passions. This part should assist you in relaxing and speaking comfortably. Part 2: The assessor will provide you with a task card with instructions on discussing a specific topic and factors to include in your discussion. You will have one minute to plan and jot down notes. You will next be asked to speak about the subject for 1-2 minutes. You will not be interrupted throughout this period, so continue speaking. After that, the assessor will question you on the same issue. Part 3: The assessor will ask you additional questions related to the subject of Part 2. These questions allow you to explore more complex themes and concepts.
Score/Marks	A certificated IELTS examiner will evaluate your abilities during the examination. Fluency, consistency, vocabulary richness, grammatical variety, correctness, and pronunciation will be assessed. The test is scored in whole and half bands.
Assessment Criteria	Express your thoughts and ideas about daily issues and ordinary encounters by answering various questions. Use suitable vocabulary to discuss at length a specific topic. Organize your thoughts logically. Discuss and support your viewpoints.
Difficulty Level	Difficult
Approximate Preparation Time	With Low English Proficiency: 3-4 months With Medium English Proficiency: 2-2.5 months With High English Proficiency: 3-4 weeks

Tips to ace the IELTS Speaking Test Section from the best IELTS coaching center in Dhaka

• Don’t use complicated or unusual words.
• Make use of a variety of grammatical constructs.
• Take a moment to think.
• Fillers should be avoided.
• Expand your replies.

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Types of IELTS Exams

IELTS Academic

The British Council IELTS Academic test determines if you have the English language skills required for higher education. It represents some aspects of academic vocabulary and measures your readiness to undertake learning or upskilling. There are many IELTS coaching in Dhaka to assist you in preparing for your IELTS in Bangladesh. 

Why take the IELTS Academic Test?

• To study at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels around the world.
• To apply for a tier 4 Student Visa at a university that is a tier 4 Sponsor in the UK.
• To work in an organization in an English-speaking country. 
• To work in a professional sector such as nursing.
• To get familiar with the vocabulary used in an academic setting.

The IELTS Academic test is for anybody who wants to study in an English-speaking country as an undergraduate or postgraduate student. People who wish to work in professional organisations in English-speaking countries should also take the test because it evaluates their English qualification in regular academic contexts. 

IELTS General Training

IELTS General Training assesses English language skills in a real-world setting. The exercises and assessments are designed to display both working and social environments. There are many IELTS coaching in Dhaka that focus on General Training to assist you in preparing for your IELTS in Bangladesh. 

Why take the IELTS General Training Test? 

• To train or study at courses lower than an undergraduate degree.
• To work or get job-related training in an English-speaking region.
• To migrate to a country where English is the main language.
• To advance your career in your home nation.
• To improve the English language skills that you will require in social and professional settings.

The British Council IELTS General Training test is for whoever wishes to improve their English language skills to enhance their performance in everyday work and social settings. This test is also helpful to those who want to migrate to English-speaking countries as it focuses its training on ordinary commonplace conversations. 

IELTS Band Score

IELTS Academic Correct Answers	IELTS Academic Band Score	IELTS General Correct Answers	IELTS General Band Score
39-40	9	40	9
37-38	8.5	39	8.5
35-36	8	37-38	8
33-34	7.5	36	7.5
30-32	7	34-35	7
27-29	6.5	32-33	6.5
23-26	6	30-31	6
19-22	5.5	27-29	5.5
15-18	5	23-26	5
13-14	4.5	19-22	4.5
10-12	4	15-18	4
8-9	3.5	12-14	3.5
6-7	3	9-11	3
4-5	2.5	6-8	2.5

IELTS Registration Process from Bangladesh

British Council Bangladesh

Steps to complete IELTS Registration Bangladesh with British Council Bangladesh: 

• Step 1: Signup on the British Council Bangladesh website.
• Step 2: Log in to your account using the email and password you provided when you created the account.
• Step 3: Select the appropriate IELTS type for you (Academic/General Training).
• Step 4: Enter test details such as your country, city, accessibility requirements, and exam type (paper/computer) and click “Search for tests.”
• Step 5: After selecting your chosen day and place, tap on “Book for 20,250 BDT.”
• Step 6: Fill out ‘Personal details’ and then identity information, such as a passport or NID.
• Step 7: Complete your personal information, such as your first language and why you wish to take the exam.
• Step 8: Go over your exam details, such as test dates, passport information, and personal information, and make any necessary adjustments.
• Step 9: Click “Pay and Book Now” or “Book Now Pay Later.”
• Step 10: Choose one of your preferred payment methods, such as card or internet payments, and then complete the card or mobile banking credentials to complete your IELTS registration fee in Bangladesh.

IDP Bangladesh

Steps to complete IELTS Registration Bangladesh with IDP Bangladesh:

• Step 1: Sign up using the IDP Bangladesh website. 
• Step 2: Choose your preferred exam venue.
• Step 3: Select Academic/General Training as your test type.
• Step 4: Choose the best date for you.
• Step 5: Choose the ‘Book Test’ option.
• Step 6: Fill out the important information and submit the online application.
• Step 6: Continue to pay the IELTS registration fee in Bangladesh.

 

 

10 Myths about IELTS Exam

As you prepare for your IELTS test, you are bound to come across hearsay regarding it. However, try your level best to not get distracted since most of these are technically not true. The reason I consider them to be myths is that they are mostly not true and secondly they can become a huge distraction to students. Second-hand information might lead to failures or disappointments. However, this blog can help you defend yourselves from such myths and help you ace the exam.

1. IELTS Test can only be taken a certain number of times.

You can sit for the IELTS exam as many times as you want. But the IELTS exam costs 195$. So if you plan to take the exam again, make sure you take enough preparations.

2. I get the option to choose which module of the IELTS test I wish to give.

If you intend to do a degree course, you need to take the Academic module. The General Training module is for diploma level courses or for immigration purposes.

3. It is easy to cheat in the IELTS exam.

If you intend to cheat on the test, you could be doing a grave mistake!

• IELTS is protected by an advanced and multilayered protection system to avoid any type of unfair means of commencement.
• The photograph is taken and fingerprints are scanned before giving a test to ensure that the same person sits for the test.
• Question papers are delivered directly to test centers without human interference.
• The centers are routinely audited.
• If a person is found using unfair means, he is disqualified, the organization where he wants to go is informed and the information is also passed along to the visa office.

So try to give the answers on your own. Even if you don’t know the answer to a particular question, try to guess it.

4. It is possible to get better scores at some IELTS test centers than at others

You may think that examiners at certain IELTS test centers are generous and somewhere else stricter to people of different nationalities. Well, that’s another rumor which gets circulated. IELTS officials use many ways to ensure standardization of band scores throughout the world. All testing centers try to give all candidates the same experience and they are trained rigorously for this. So it is really up to you and your performance on the day.

5. IELTS Test is more complex than other English tests.

That’s a wrong idea. The IELTS exam tests your ability to use English in certain tasks at a certain level and that is all. IELTS is not judged on the basis of difficulty as it does not need any kind of memorization. It is based on understanding and proficiency in English. So, the better the concepts, the lesser the difficulty.

6. To achieve a good result in IELTS I should do as many model tests as possible.

Practicing from the sample questions is no doubt a good way to know what is expected to come and what is expected to be answered. However, to score better bands, you need to have a stronghold of the English language. Satisfactory overall Band Score is also the result of a number of strategies, not just practice tests.

7. The Reading Test is the most difficult IELTS Sub-test.

Some students believe that one particular sub-test is more difficult than the other 3 sub-tests. Most of the students take the Reading test as the most difficult one due to the time constraints while others find the speaking test tough due to the lack of fluency and proper pronunciation. It usually varies from person to person. Practice that skill set that you think is the hardest for you.

8. If I think my score is not accurate, there’s nothing I can do about it.

If you think you deserved more or there’s a probability of an error, you have the right to go for a re-check. But remember that this process costs extra money, and the second set of the band is official even if one or more of these scores are lower than before.

9. IELTS score can be used at any time in the future.

There’s a time limit on the usefulness of the Test Report Form which you received or will receive after the IELTS Test Exam. The IELTS Test Report Form (TRF) is valid for only two years. IELTS score is valid for a three-year period for Australian General Skilled Migration (GSM) applications.

10. There’s only one correct answer.

Well, that’s simply not true in IELTS speaking questions. There are many ways to answer the same question. It’s not like math where you know one particular question only has one answer. There are many ways to answer questions following the instructions properly and you need to simply say what you think is true for that particular question. Basically, the examiner judges the capability of a test-taker based on his/her grammar accuracy and range, pronunciation, and ability to grasp the questions, for example, two or more test-takers can choose different answers for a question and all could be correct because they imply similar meanings to the answer of a question.

IELTS in Bangladesh: FAQS

• How long does the IELTS Score stay valid?

 The validity period for IELTS scores is 2 years.

• What is the IELTS registration fee in Bangladesh? 

The IELTS registration fee in Bangladesh is BDT 20,250. 

• What is the IELTS Cancellation Fee?

Canceling your IELTS exam in Bangladesh exam will cost you 25% of the exam fees, which amounts to BDT 5062.

• What is the IELTS Reschedule Fee?

Rescheduling your IELTS course in Bangladesh exam will cost you BDT 3000. 

• Can I get a scholarship with a good IELTS score?

Yes, the IELTS advantage is that you will be eligible for a scholarship. A strong IELTS score can gain you a range of financial opportunities.

• Can I take IELTS online test from home?

Yes. IELTS Online is a new method of taking the IELTS Academic test.

• How many times can I attempt the IELTS exam?

You may retake the IELTS test unlimited times to get your desired score.

• What are the best books for IELTS Exam 2023?

IELTS coaching in Dhaka recommends the books The Official Cambridge Guide to IELTS, Barron’s IELTS Superpack, Simone Braverman’s Target Band 7, IELTS Practice Tests Plus 2 with Key and CD Pack.

• How soon can I register to retake the test?

 

There is no time limit to complete IELTS registration in Bangladesh to retake your test. 

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References

• IELTS test format explained | British Council
• Where can you take IELTS in Bangladesh? | British Council
• QS World University Rankings 2022 | QS Quacquarelli Symonds Limited
• IELTS Accepted Countries: How Many Countries Accept IELTS? | IELTS NINJA
• Most Searched Universities on Google, Globally | Yousaf Saeed | AScholarship.com

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