Overview
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Administered by British Council & IDP Education
Test Structure
- Listening (30 minutes, 40 questions)
- Reading (60 minutes, 40 questions)
- Writing (60 minutes, 2 tasks)
- Speaking (11-14 minutes, face-to-face interview)
Scoring
- Band scores from 0-9 for each section
- Overall band score average of all sections
- Score validity: 2 years
- Results available: 13 calendar days
Test Day Requirements
- Valid government-issued ID
- Arrive early
- Follow specific test center rules
- Bring allowed materials only
Score Validity
All major tests:
- Valid for 2 years from test date
- Cannot be extended
- Must retake if expired