IELTS RESULTS:
Candidates who take up the paper-based IELTS test need to wait up to 13 days after the assigned test date to preview their IELTS exam results. The Test Report Form (TRF) will be sent via mail 13 days after the day of the test.
Candidates who take up the computer-delivered test can preview their test results within 3-5 days from the assigned test date. The Test Report Form will be sent via mail 3-5 days after the test days.
Guide to check IELTS RESULTS:
- How to check IELTS results online?
To view your results online, you must log in to the Test Taker Portal. The test results will remain online for 28 days. However, you cannot use it as an official confirmation.
- What is the IELTS results validity?
The IELTS test certificate is valid for two years from the day the result is declared.
- How do I send my IELTS test score (IELTS results) to the universities?
Candidates will receive their Test Report Form via mail (TRF) within 13 days of attempting the IELTS exam. The candidate will be given one copy of the TRP, and if they require more copies, they can request up to 5 additional TRFs that can be used for university application and scholarship purposes. The candidate must request additional copies within one month from the date of examination.
If the candidate requires more TRFs after one month from the test date, they must fill in the 'Application for the Issue of Additional TRFs' form. The candidate will be charged additionally for each extra additional TRF they request.
Candidates can send the physical copies of the TRF in one of these methods:
- Courier
- Electronic Transfer
IELTS Section Band Scores:
IELTS Listening Score:
This IELTS Listening section consists of 40 questions, and each correct answer carries one mark. The total score out of 40 is converted to the nine-band scale.
IELTS Listening Score Comparison
| IELTS Listening Score - Marks Obtained | IELTS Listening Score- IELTS Band |
| IELTS Listening Score 39-40 | 9 |
| IELTS Listening Score 37-38 | 8.5 |
| IELTS Listening Score 35-36 | 8 |
| IELTS Listening Score 32-34 | 7.5 |
| IELTS Listening Score 30-31 | 7 |
| IELTS Listening Score 26-29 | 6.5 |
| IELTS Listening Score 23-25 | 6 |
| IELTS Listening Score 18-22 | 5.5 |
| IELTS Listening Score 16-17 | 5 |
| IELTS Listening Score 13-15 | 4.5 |
| IELTS Listening Score 11-12 | 4 |
IELTS Reading Score:
The IELTS Reading section consists of 40 questions. Each right answer carries one mark. The total score out of 40 is converted to the nine-band scale.
IELTS Reading Score - IELTS Academic Score Comparison
| IELTS Reading Score - Marks Obtained | IELTS Reading Score - IELTS Band |
| IELTS Reading Score 39-40 | 9 |
| IELTS Reading Score 37-38 | 8.5 |
| IELTS Reading Score 35-36 | 8 |
| IELTS Reading Score 33-34 | 7.5 |
| IELTS Reading Score 30-32 | 7 |
| IELTS Reading Score 27-29 | 6.5 |
| IELTS Reading Score 23-26 | 6 |
| IELTS Reading Score 19-22 | 5.5 |
| IELTS Reading Score 15-18 | 5 |
| IELTS Reading Score 13-14 | 4.5 |
| IELTS Reading Score 10-12 | 4 |
| IELTS Reading Score 8-9 | 3.5 |
| IELTS Reading Score 6-7 | 3 |
IELTS Reading Score - IELTS General Score Comparison
| IELTS Reading Score - Marks Obtained | IELTS Reading Score - IELTS Band |
| IELTS Reading Score 40 | 9 |
| IELTS Reading Score 39 | 8.5 |
| IELTS Reading Score 37-38 | 8 |
| IELTS Reading Score 36 | 7.5 |
| IELTS Reading Score 34-35 | 7 |
| IELTS Reading Score 32-33 | 6.5 |
| IELTS Reading Score 30-31 | 6 |
| IELTS Reading Score 27-29 | 5.5 |
| IELTS Reading Score 23-26 | 5 |
| IELTS Reading Score 19-22 | 4.5 |
| IELTS Reading Score 15-18 | 4 |
| IELTS Reading Score 12-14 | 3.5 |
| IELTS Reading Score 9-11 | 3 |
IELTS Writing Score:
The examiners look for the following parameters in the while marking the IELTS Writing Score:
- Task Achievement in Task 1 and Task Response in Task 2
- Coherence and Cohesion in language
- Vocabulary
- Grammatical range and accuracy
These four criteria are considered equally, and the average is regarded as the final score for this section.
| s.no | IELTS Writing Score |
| 1 | Band 0 |
| 2 | Band 1 |
| 3 | Band 2 |
| 4 | Band 3 |
| 5 | Band 4 |
| 6 | Band 5 |
| 7 | Band 6 |
| 8 | Band 7 |
| 9 | Band 8 |
| 10 | Band 9 |
IELTS Speaking Score:
The examiners look for the following while marking the IELTS Speaking Score:
- Fluency and Coherence in Speech
- Vocabulary
- Range and Accuracy in the use of Grammar
- Pronunciation
| s.no | IELTS Speaking Score |
| 1 | Band 0 |
| 2 | Band 1 |
| 3 | Band 2 |
| 4 | Band 3 |
| 5 | Band 4 |
| 6 | Band 5 |
| 7 | Band 6 |
| 8 | Band 7 |
| 9 | Band 8 |
| 10 | Band 9 |
IELTS Score Calculator
How to calculate the IELTS test score?
•The IELTS band score is the mean average of all the sections - Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
•The sum of these four sections is divided by four and considered as the total band score.
•When the four sections’ average amounts to a decimal point, the score will be rounded off to the nearest half or whole band.
•For instance, if the test taker scores a 7.25, then the grade will be changed to 7.5. If the test taker's score is 7.75, then the score will be rounded off to 8.
IELTS SCORE CHART
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IELTS BAND SCORE
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IELTS BAND SCORE LEVEL
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IELTS BAND SCORE PROFICIENCY LEVEL
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IELTS BAND SCORE 0
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Did not attempt
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The test taker has not answered the questions
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IELTS BAND SCORE 1
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Non-user
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The test taker is not capable of using the language.
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IELTS BAND SCORE 2
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Intermittent User
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The test taker finds it extremely difficult to understand spoken and written English
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IELTS BAND SCORE 3
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Extremely Limited User
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The test taker cannot communicate without frequent breakdowns. They can only comprehend fundamental meaning in very familiar situations.
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IELTS BAND SCORE 4
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Limited User
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The test taker's command over the language is minimal, and they find it challenging to comprehend the complex language.
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IELTS BAND SCORE 5
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Modest User
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The test taker has only partial command over the language. Though they tend to make many errors, they can comprehend the complete meaning in most situations and handle basic communication.
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IELTS BAND SCORE 6
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Competent User
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The test taker's command over the language is effective. There are inaccuracies and misunderstandings, but they can understand the complex language in familiar situations.
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IELTS BAND SCORE 7
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Good User
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The test taker has a strong command over the language with occasional inaccuracies and rare inappropriate use of language. They are capable of handling complex language effectively.
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IELTS BAND SCORE 8
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Very Good User
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The test taker has a masterful command over the language and can handle complex argumentations but has occasional inaccuracies and might fail to comprehend certain unfamiliar situations.
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IELTS BAND SCORE 9
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Expert User
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The test taker's use of English is fluent and appropriate and exhibits complete comprehension.
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