IELTS, the International English Language Testing System is mainly of two types, i.e. Academic & General. It measures ability to communicate in English across all four language skills, i.e. listening, reading, writing and speaking for people who intend to study or work where English is the language of communication. IELTS scores are accepted by educational institutions, professional bodies, government undertakings and for immigration processing in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, U.K. and certain American universities where the IELTS scores are accepted in lieu of TOEFL scores. The test results are normally made available within two weeks of taking the test.

The test has different sections         » Listening Section - Duration 40 minutes     » Academic reading/general training reading section - Duration 60 minutes     » Academic writing/general training writing section - Duration 60 minutes     » Academic writing/general training writing section - Duration 60 minutes Speaking Section - Duration 11 - 14 minutes       Total test time : 3 hours

The Speaking test is usually conducted on a separate day   A separate Band Score is received for all the four sections. The four Band Scores, one for each section are added together and averaged for an Overall Band Score. Each Band has a statement giving a summary of the English at that level. There are nine Band levels, from one (non-user) to nine (expert user). The minimum score accepted for a course ranges from 5.0 to 7.5, depending upon courses and institutes you are applying to.         Test Reports have a validity of two years.

Eligibility: Minimum 10 + 2         Class Frequency: Flexible (One and a half - three months)         Duration: 2 - 3 classes per week x 2 hrs each