Is the IELTS test completed in one day ?

The Listening, Reading and Writing components of the test are always completed immediately after each other and with no break. Depending on the test centre, the Speaking test may be taken up to 7 days either before or after the test date.

What if I am delayed by circumstances beyond my control (eg a transport strike, heavy rains) ?

The test centre may offer you a test on the next available test date.

What can I bring into the examination room ?

Only pens, pencils and erasers. You must bring the passport/national identity card you used on the IELTS Application Form to the test.

You must leave everything else outside the examination room. Mobile phones and tablets must be switched off and placed with personal belongings in the area designated by the supervisor. If you do not switch off your phone/pager or keep it on you, you will be disqualified. Find out more about test day.

Which part do I take first ?

You do the Listening test first following by the Reading and Writing components of the test. Depending on the test centre, the Speaking test may be taken up to 7 days either before or after the test date.

What kinds of accents can be heard in the Listening and Speaking tests ?

As IELTS is an international test, a variety of English accents are used in both of these tests.

Does the Listening tape provide instructions and pauses ?

Yes. At the beginning, you hear instructions and a sample question. Then you read section 1 questions, listen to section 1 and answer the questions. The same procedure follows for sections 2, 3 and 4. In the final 10 minutes, you transfer your answers onto the answer sheet.

Is there a similar period of 10 minutes in the Reading test to transfer answer ?

No. The Reading test is one hour, and you must write all your answers on the answer sheet in this time.

Can I use a pen for the Listening and Reading tests ?

No. You must do it in pencil. The answer sheet is scanned by a computer which cannot read pen.

Can I make notes on the Listening and Reading question papers ?

Yes. The IELTS Examiner will not see your question paper.

What is the Speaking test ?

The Speaking test is a conversation with a certified IELTS Examiner. The Speaking test is made up of three sections. It is recorded on an audiocassette or a digital recorder. See a sample of the Speaking test.

What do I need for the Speaking test ?

You must bring the same identification documents you supplied on your IELTS Application Form and used for the rest of the test. Your ID will be checked before you enter the interview room.

 

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