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About IELTS
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) measures the language proficiency of individuals who want to study or work in countries where English is used as a language of communication.
IELTS exam is conducted worldwide by British Council, UK and IDP, Australia. This test is available in two formats academic and general.
Academic IELTS -If applying for higher education or professional registration in English speaking countries.
General IELTS – If migrating to Australia, Canada or the UK.
One can appear for IELTS test as many times as required. It is conducted 4 -5 times every month. The test score is valid for 2 years.
IELTS Exam Structure
| Exam pattern | |
|---|---|
| 1. Reading Section | 1. Reading Section 3 Sections, Time Allotted - 20 mins. for each section. |
| 2. Listening Section | 4 Section, Time Allotted - 30 mins. |
| 3. Speaking Section | Time Allotted - 11 to 15 mins |
| 4. Writing Section | 2 Sections, Time Allotted - 20 mins for 1 section and 40 mins for other section |
| Total Time | 2 hours, 45 minutes |
| Nature of Exam | Paper Based Test (PBT) & Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Scores | IELTS is out of 9.0 bands. |
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How to register for the IELTS exam?
You can register for the IELTS examination either online or offline.
Steps to register for your IELTS examination online:
Step 1: Visit the official British Council IELTS registration page
Step 2: Register an account with the British council’s IELTS registration page
Step 3: Choose your nearest test centre.
Step 4: Register for your test and make the payment to Nabil bank.
Steps to register for the IELTS examination in-person:
Step 1: Application form for the registration is given by Bridge Education.
Step 2: Fill in all the necessary details carefully.
Step 3: Submit your application in-person at the Bridge Education office-Test Prep Department.
Step 4: Pay the IELTS Exam Fee through mobile banking/e-sewa/Khalti or hand cash.
During your registration, ensure that you have your passport handy as you need a passport number at the time of registration. You must also make sure to take your passport with you on the day of your examination.
Cost of IELTS Registration in Nepal
| IELTS Test type | Exam Fee |
|---|---|
| IELTS exam fee in Nepal for Paper-Based test | NPR 31,500 |
| IELTS exam fee in Nepal for Computer-delivered test | NPR 28,800 |
IELTS Classes Test Format
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Reading
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Reading
The Reading component consists of 40 questions, designed to test a wide range of reading skills. These include reading for gist, reading for main ideas, reading for detail, skimming, understanding logical argument and recognising writers’ opinions, attitudes and purpose.
- IELTS Academic Test
This includes three long texts which range from the descriptive and factual to the discursive and analytical. These are taken from books, journals, magazines and newspapers. They have been selected for a non-specialist audience but are appropriate for people entering university courses or seeking professional registration.
- IELTS General Training Test
This includes extracts from books, magazines, newspapers, notices, advertisements, company handbooks and guidelines. These are materials you are likely to encounter on a daily basis in an English-speaking environment.
- IELTS Academic Test
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Listening
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Listening
You will listen to four recordings of native English speakers and then write your answers to a series of questions.
- Recording 1
A conversation between two people set in an everyday social context.
- Recording 2
A monologue set in an everyday social context, e.g. a speech about local facilities.
- Recording 3
A conversation between one or up to four people set in an educational or training context, e.g. a university tutor and a student discussing an assignment.
- Recording 4
A monologue on an academic subject, e.g. a university lecture.
- Recording 1
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Speaking
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Speaking
The speaking component assesses your use of spoken English. Every test is recorded.
- Part 1
The examiner will ask you general questions about yourself and a range of familiar topics, such as home, family, work, studies and interests. This part lasts between four and five minutes.
- Part 2
You will be given a card which asks you to talk about a particular topic. You will have one minute to prepare before speaking for up to two minutes. The examiner will then ask one or two questions on the same topic.
- Part 3
You will be asked further questions about the topic in Part 2. These will give you the opportunity to discuss more abstract ideas and issues. This part of the test lasts between four and five minutes.
- Part 1
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Writing
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Writing
Topics are of general interest to, and suitable for, test takers entering undergraduate and postgraduate studies or seeking professional registration. There are two tasks:
- Task 1
You will be presented with a graph, table, chart or diagram and asked to describe, summarise or explain the information in your own words. You may be asked to describe and explain data, describe the stages of a process, how something works or describe an object or event.
- Task 2
you will be asked to write an essay in response to a point of view, argument or problem. Responses to both tasks must be in a formal style.
- Task 1
IELTS FAQs
It is important that your English is really good before you realistically set a goal of scoring 7.0 or higher in IELTS.
Usually courses in Nepal are for a duration of 6 weeks. However, the classes only give you guidelines, so we recommend that you practice for a month after finishing classes and then appear for the test.
IELTS is an English language proficiency test compulsory for all students who want to study abroad and have English as their second language. IELTS is generally considered a more test-taker-friendly test than other English language proficiency tests.
Most candidates have often felt that the preparation for TOEFL was harder than the IELTS exam preparation.
There is a lot of material available online. You can also buy books and practice. However, classes with a professional teacher are recommended no matter what your level of English.
If a candidate wishes to change their test date, they can request to reschedule their exam date at least five weeks ahead of the previously booked test. The new date must be rescheduled within three months of the actual test date. For the process of rescheduling, the candidate will have to pay an administrative fee.
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