IELTS for university entry

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What is IELTS?

IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is a test of English language proficiency and one of the world’s most popular and respected forms of English in education and migration. Intended for non-native speakers who are looking to study or work in an English-speaking environment, IELTS training is an internationally recognised system for testing English language ability in four categories:

  • Reading
  • Speaking
  • Writing
  • Listening

Since its introduction in 1989, IELTS preparation has become one of the most trusted forms of English-language assessment and is accepted by over 8,000
universities, employers, and immigration organisations worldwide. 

At StudyIn, you have access to a range of free and paid resources and IELTS coaching, giving you a better chance of meeting the entry requirements of your preferred university.

IELTS course types

There are two different types of IELTS tests, and once graded, your IELTS score is valid for two years.

Academic IELTS

Academic IELTS is for international students who wish to study at a university or join an institute of higher education.

General IELTS

Classes focus on English survival skills and social and workplace language, ideal for those planning to migrate to English-speaking countries such as Australia, Canada, or New Zealand.

IELTS 9-Band Scale

Score

Skill
Skill overview

Band 9

Expert

Fully operational command of the language. Accurate and fluent with complete understanding

 

Band 8

Very good

Fully operational command with occasional minor errors. Handles complex language well

Band 7

Good

Strong command with occasional inaccuracies and misunderstandings in unfamiliar situations

Band 6

Competent

Generally effective command, though with some errors and misunderstandings

Band 5

Modest

Partial command, coping with overall meaning but frequent errors

 

Brand 4

Limited

Basic competence in familiar situations, but difficulties in understanding and expressing complex ideas

Band 3

Extremely limited

Conveys and understands only the general meaning in very familiar situations and experiences frequent breakdowns in communication

Band 2

Intermittent

Great difficulty understanding spoken and written English and struggles to communicate basic ideas

Band 1

Non-user

No ability to use the language except for a few isolated words

Band 0

Did not attempt the test

The test was not taken, or there is no assessable English proficiency

Core: Band 9

Skill: Expert

Skill overview: Fully operational command of the language. Accurate and fluent with complete understanding

Core: Band 8

Skill: Very good

Skill overview: Fully operational command with occasional minor errors. Handles complex language well

Core: Band 7

Skill: Good

Skill overview: Strong command with occasional inaccuracies and misunderstandings in unfamiliar situations

Core: Band 6

Skill: Competent

Skill overview: Generally effective command, though with some errors and misunderstandings

Core: Band 5

Skill: Modest

Skill overview: Partial command, coping with overall meaning but frequent errors

Core: Band 4

Skill: Limited

Skill overview: Basic competence in familiar situations, but difficulties in understanding and expressing complex ideas

Core: Band 3

Skill: Extremely limited

Skill overview: Conveys and understands only the general meaning in very familiar situations and experiences frequent breakdowns in communication

Core: Band 2

Skill: Intermittent

Skill overview: Great difficulty understanding spoken and written English and struggles to communicate basic ideas

Core: Band 1

Skill: Non-user

Skill overview: No ability to use the language except for a few isolated words

Core: Band 0

Skill: Did not attempt the test

Skill overview: The test was not taken, or there is no assessable English proficiency

IELTS training with StudyIn

Achieve your target IELTS score with our flexible and comprehensive online training programmes. We offer multiple learning formats to suit your schedule and study needs.

Online Group Classes

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM IST

Duration: 30 hours (20 days)

Class size: Maximum of 20 students

Start date: New batches begin on the 10th of every month (except Sundays)

 

What you’ll get:

 

  • Interactive live sessions with expert trainers
  • Comprehensive coverage of all IELTS modules (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking)
  • Full access to 10 IELTS mock tests and 80+ sectional tests at no extra cost

Online Private Classes

Flexible schedule: Morning, afternoon, or evening slots available

Duration: 10 hours (customisable)

Class frequency: Up to 4 sessions per week (must be completed within 2 months)

What you’ll get:

  • Personalised coaching tailored to your strengths and weaknesses
  • Focused feedback to improve your band score
  • 5 mock tests with full evaluation and detailed reports

Module-Specific Training

Choose a specific module: Listening, Reading, Writing, or Speaking

Duration: 5-hour or 10-hour intensive training options

What you’ll get:

  • One-on-one training for targeted improvement
  • Focused strategies to boost your score in your chosen module
  • Sectional tests for the enrolled module

IELTS Mock Test Packages

Simulated IELTS practice tests assess your readiness for the exam.

 

  • For Online Group Class students: 10 full mock tests + 80+ sectional tests (included)
  • For Online Private Class students: 5 full mock tests with evaluation & report
  • For Module-Specific students: Sectional tests for the chosen module

    Paid Mock Test Package

    For students who prefer self-study, we offer a dedicated mock test package with full evaluation.

    Includes:

    • 10 full IELTS mock tests
    • 80+ sectional tests
    • Detailed evaluation and performance report

    Sign up for IELTS classes

    If you are interested in joining IELTS preparation classes, contact StudyIn today for further information and availability.

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