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    IELTS Academic Test

    IELTS is the most preferred English language proficiency test for individuals who want to study, work and settle in English-speaking countries like the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, etc. The IELTS test is of two types: IELTS academic test and IELTS general training test. The IELTS academic test is the language skill test that is used particularly for education purposes. Students who dream of pursuing higher education at the top universities of the globe are required to appear for the IELTS academic test.

    The IELTS academic test is conducted by the Cambridge, British Council and the IDP. The test syllabus is formulated by the conducting board and the exam is conducted in different centres across India. You can register for the exam through their official website. You are allowed to attend the test any number of times within a year. In this article, we will be seeing about all the necessary details of the IELTS academic test.

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    Who can take the IELTS academic test?

    The IELTS Academic test can be taken by,

    • Aspirants looking for higher education admissions in international universities can take the IELTS academic test.
    • Candidates seeking professional registrations should apply for the IELTS academic test.

     

    What is the IELTS academic test format?

    Knowing the IELTS academic test format will make your test preparation simple. The IELTS academic test consists of four sections namely, reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The overall test duration will be around 2 hours and 45 minutes. The reading, listening, and writing sections will be completed in a single day. The speaking section will be conducted on a separate day with a certified examiner. The IELTS academic test format is briefly explained below. 

     

    IELTS academic reading test

    Your overall reading skill is tested in the IELTS academic reading test. Here you will be reading the passages taken from books, publications, journals, and articles from academic background and answering the questions. You have to read, understand the main idea, and answer the question type within the stipulated time. 

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    Frequently asked questions

    • 1. What is the registration cost of the IELTS academic test?

      The IELTS academic exam registration cost in India is INR 18,000. After the registration if you wish to reschedule the date or cancel the date, you can do it in the official website. It may incur some additional cost.

    • 2. Can I do all the sections of the test in a single day?

      You can always complete the three sections namely, reading, writing and listening on the same day. As the speaking test is a face-to-face interaction with the examiner, you will be taking the test on a separate day after the other test. The test can be taken in paper format or online format. 

    • 3. Which is the most difficult section in the IELTS academic test?

      The writing module is considered to be the most difficult section in the IELTS academic test. Here the students have to answer two writing tasks to express their opinion over an argument, decision or example. The students' English usage, grammar knowledge and vocabulary are tested here.