Planning to take the IELTS but worried about the IELTS fees? You’ve reached the right place! In India, it costs at least INR 14, 600 to take the IELTS in 2022. The total cost will vary depending on the type of IELTS that you’re planning to take. This article breaks down the important fees to remember when taking the IELTS in India and worldwide. Read on to learn about the different types of IELTS tests and the associated costs. We’ll also cover the additional fees you need to account for while saving up for your IELTS expenses, how to avoid penalty fees, and how to optimize your IELTS prepara ..read more

There are two famous English language expressions: “knowing is half the battle,” and “showing up is half the battle.” Combine these two sayings, and it’s clear that you need to know what you should bring when you show up for the IELTS. In this article, we’ll explore your IELTS test day checklist and how to prepare for exam day. IELTS Test Day Checklist (with PDF) This IELTS test day checklist is designed to make sure you are truly, fully prepared. So I’m going to list what to bring on IELTS test day, but I’m also going to remind you of what you should do before you arrive at the test center ..read more

Once you’ve decided to take the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) exam, whether for undergraduate studies, postgraduate work, career, or immigration reasons, your next step is registering. But how do you register for the IELTS? In this post, we’ll walk through IELTS registration step-by-step, so you understand everything you need to know about how to apply for IELTS registration and secure your spot for the test day you want! How do I register for the IELTS? First, you’ll need to find the IELTS test date that you want. You should also have a basic understanding of whether ..read more

The IELTS General Training’s Reading section differs from the Academic module of the test, in ways that’ll affect your studies. As you’ll see, the reading level in an IELTS General Reading practice test isn’t as steep as the Academic Reading test, the variety of passage types in the General Reading section can complicate matters! Studying well for the General Reading section will require you to prepare for these different passage types. IELTS General Reading: Your Questions Answered Let’s start with a lightning round of answers to common and important questions! What’s in the IELTS General R ..read more

The IELTS Speaking test format has three parts. In this post, we will take a close look at each one and consider some IELTS Speaking tips and strategies to help you boost your score. We’ve also included a printable PDF cheat sheet that includes the Part 1, 2, and 3 tips from this page, but expands on them with additional explanations and examples! Before we get to advice for the specific parts, let’s look at some general IELTS Speaking tips for self-study. IELTS Speaking Tips and Tricks for Self-Study Self study can be challenging, especially for an interactive English skill like speaking. O ..read more

If you want to master IELTS Listening, then you’ve come to the right place. Read on for everything you need to know about Listening practice material, format, timing, and question types. Plus, we’ll give you some expert tips and tricks to get a top IELTS Listening score!   Table of Contents IELTS Listening Practice Tests and Resources How is the IELTS Listening test conducted? Academic vs. General IELTS Listening Timing Format Question Types Scoring for IELTS Listening Tips and Tricks for IELTS Listening More Resources for IELTS Listening Prep   IELTS Listening Practice Test ..read more

“Where can I practice the IELTS for free?” and “Are there any free IELTS mock tests?” are two questions I get a lot. We’re answering both of those questions by offering a free IELTS practice test PDF from Magoosh. Plus, I’ll also link to IELTS sample test PDFs from other trustworthy sources.   Table of Contents Free IELTS Practice Test PDF From Magoosh A Bonus Free IELTS Practice Test for Each of the Four Parts of the Test The Best Kind of Free IELTS Practice Test: Official Tests Final Thoughts     Free IELTS Practice Test PDF from Magoosh Actually, Magoosh offers two IELTS ..read more

The IELTS Speaking test is the shortest part of the IELTS exam, lasting only 11-15 minutes. However, for many test-takers, this brief experience can seem to last an eternity! Speaking is a quick, but intense in-person interview. It requires focus, creativity, and strong English skills to think of responses to the interviewer’s questions quickly. This Guide to IELTS Speaking covers what you need to know about this short, but challenging part of the IELTS exam. We’ll start with basic (but important!) information to introduce you to IELTS Speaking and how it’s scored. The second half of the post ..read more

Taking the IELTS Listening section can feel a lot like trying to drink water from a fire hydrant. But with the right IELTS Listening tips and strategies, it can make the section much more manageable. This post will give you tips for better study and practice, plus IELTS Listening strategies to structure your approach on test day. The flipside of all this is knowing what not to do. To that end, Eliot’s 5 Mistakes to Avoid in the IELTS Listening Section video is an excellent resource, so check it out! Top 5 IELTS Listening Tips for Study and Practice Here are some very useful IELTS Listening t ..read more

If you’re looking for a free IELTS Listening practice test online, you’ve come to the right place. In fact, this post gives you more than just one free IELTS Listening mock test. Below, you’ll get five tests to sharpen your Listening skills: two from Magoosh and three official practice IELTS Listening sections. Since the Listening test is the same for IELTS Academic or IELTS General Training, these tests are suitable for any IELTS test format! Instructions on How to Score Each IELTS Listening Mock Test 1. Choose any test below and complete the four parts in the order they are numbered or disp ..read more