International English Language Testing System. IELTS tests English language proficiency for studying, working, or migrating abroad. The Academic version includes complex reading and academic writing tasks. Scored 0–9 in 0.5 band increments. Most universities require 6.0–7.5+.
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4 sections. Total test time ~2 hrs 45 min. Each section scored 0–9 (0.5 increments). Overall band = average of four sections. Academic Reading is harder than General Training. Computer-based and paper-based options available.
| # | Section | Questions | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Listening | 40 | 30 min |
| 02 | Reading (Academic) | 40 | 60 min |
| 03 | Writing | 2 | 60 min |
| 04 | Speaking | — | 11–14 min |
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