IELTS Exam 2022 - Dates, Full Form, Eligibility, Syllabus, Registration, and Result
IELTS or the International English Language Testing System assesses the candidate’s language ability for studying or working in an English-speaking country. IELTS score is accepted by more than 10,000 employers, universities, schools, and immigration bodies across English-speaking countries viz. Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the UK, and the USA. Some universities in non-English speaking countries also require an IELTS score if the medium of instruction of the course is English. The exam is jointly conducted by the IDP Education Australia, the British Council, and the Cambridge English Language Assessment. For candidates interested in studying abroad, here are the complete details related to the IELTS exam.
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IELTS score is accepted in 100% of universities in the UK and Australia. It is also accepted in more than 3,400 institutions in the US and thousands of institutions in other English speaking countries. |
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IELTS Latest Updates
The exam conducting authorities have launched IELTS Indicator, an online English language test, for those affected by the COVID-19 and are unable to attend the test at designated centers. Students can take the test online from their homes.
Types of IELTS Exam
The IELTS exam is of two types -
- IELTS Academic
- IELTS General Training
IELTS Academic
This test is suitable for those looking forward to studying (higher education) in universities abroad. It is also taken for professional registration.
IELTS General Training
This test is suitable for those applying for training programs, gaining work experience, or studying at the secondary level (below degree level) in countries where English is the main language of communication. The test is also taken by those who want to migrate to Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK.
Both types measure the candidate’s ability in four basic English language skills viz. listening, reading, speaking, and writing.
IELTS Exam Overview
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Exam Name |
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) |
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Official Website |
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Conducted by |
IDP Education Limited (in India) |
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Exam Mode |
Online (Computer-Based) and Offline (Paper-Based) |
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Application Mode |
Online |
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Score Range |
1 to 9 |
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IELTS Contact |
IDP Head Office Call at 1800-102-4544 Email: [email protected] Timings: Monday to Saturday (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM) |
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Purpose |
Study, work, or migration to English speaking countries |
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IELTS Exam 2022 Important Dates
IELTS exam dates are available throughout the year. So, candidates can choose an exam date at their convenience. Candidates are advised to register for the exam well in advance as in the high season, the test dates fill up quickly. The computer-based test is conducted on all 7 days of the week with three sessions each day while the paper-based test is available four times a month. The Listening, Reading, and Writing tests are conducted on the same day and the Speaking test is conducted 7 days before or after the test. The exam dates for IELTS 2022 are as under:
January 2022
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Test Dates |
Test Types |
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8th, 29th January 2022 |
Academic and General |
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15th, 20th January 2022 |
Academic |
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February 2022
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Test Dates |
Test Types |
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5th, 12th, 17th February 2022 |
Academic |
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26th February 2022 |
Academic and General |
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March 2022
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Test Dates |
Test Types |
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3rd, 19th March 2022 |
Academic |
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12th, 26th March 2022 |
Academic and General |
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April 2022
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Test Dates |
Test Types |
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9th, 23rd April 2022 |
Academic and General |
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21st, 30th April 2022 |
Academic |
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May 2022
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Test Dates |
Test Types |
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7th, 12th, 28th May 2022 |
Academic and General |
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21st May 2022 |
Academic |
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June 2022
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Test Dates |
Test Types |
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11th, 25th June 2022 |
Academic and General |
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4th, 16th June 2022 |
Academic |
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July 2022
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Test Dates |
Test Types |
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7th, 16th July 2022 |
Academic |
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9th, 23rd July 2022 |
Academic and General Training |
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August 2022
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Test Dates |
Test Types |
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27th August 2022 |
Academic |
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6th, 11th, 20th August 2022 |
Academic and General |
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September 2022
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Test Dates |
Test Types |
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10th, 15th September 2022 |
Academic |
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3rd, 24th September 2022 |
Academic and General |
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October 2022
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Test Dates |
Test Types |
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13th, 22nd October 2022 |
Academic |
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8th, 29th October 2022 |
Academic and General |
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November 2022
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Test Dates |
Test Types |
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26th November 2022 |
Academic |
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5th, 10th, 19th November 2022 |
Academic and General |
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December 2022
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Test Dates |
Test Types |
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8th, 10th December 2022 |
Academic |
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3rd, 17th December 2022 |
Academic and General |
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IELTS Exam 2022 Pattern & Syllabus
AS mentioned above, there are two types of IELTS tests. We will be discussing the pattern for both exams here.
Let's have a look at the common points.
Common Points
- Listening and Speaking tests are common for both Academic and General Training.
- Listening, Reading, and Writing will be completed on the same day with no breaks.
- The speaking section test can be taken 7 days before or after the other tests.
- The complete test will be of approximately 2 hours 45 minutes duration.
Pattern for IELTS Academic and General Training
The pattern of the exam is the same for both types. The only difference is that the listening and speaking sections are common while in the reading and writing sections, the questions are different.
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Sections |
Total Questions |
Total Duration |
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Listening |
24 |
30 minutes |
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Reading |
41 |
60 minutes |
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Writing |
2 |
60 minutes |
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Speaking |
3 |
11 to 14 minutes |
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IELTS Exam Syllabus
The IELTS exam syllabus involves the topics asked in the four sections. Here are the details:
Listening: Matching lists or phrases, Plan/ Map/ Diagram labeling, short answer questions, note completion.
Reading: Note completion, Matching headings, identifying information, matching sentence endings, sentence completion, summary completion, flow-chart completion. The reading paragraphs are from newspapers, journals, books, magazines.
Writing: Write 150 words for the 1st task and 250 words for the 2nd task.
Speaking: The speaking test is to be given face-to-face with a certified IELTS examiner. The duration of speaking is 11 to 14 minutes.
IELTS Exam 2022 Eligibility
There are no specific eligibility requirements as per the IELTS testing bodies in terms of upper age limit or educational qualification. However, some of the understood conditions are as follows:
- The minimum age limit for appearing in the IELTS exam is 16years.
- As the students are looking forward to studying in a foreign university where the medium of instruction will be English. So, he must have a basic understanding of English.
- He must also check the minimum educational qualification required for the course he is interested in. This may vary from institute to institute.
IELTS Exam 2022 Application Process
Candidates can appear for the IELTS exam on pre-fixed dates in any month of the year. For appearing in an IELTS exam, they need to register for the same. There is no limit on reattempts. However, fresh registration is required every time the test is to be taken. Here are the steps to be followed:
Steps for IELTS Exam Registration
- Visit the official website.
- Go to the registration option.
- Select your preferred test, test type, and available test date.
- Provide your personal details viz. Name, email ID, mobile number, ID document, date of birth, etc.
- Enter registration details such as country, first language, the reason for taking the test, the country you intend to go to.
- Upload copies of your passport.
- Select the colleges where you want to send your score.
- Review all the details carefully.
- Pay the registration fee.
- After successful fee payment, take a print of the acknowledgment slip.
In-Person Registration - Registration can also be done in person at the IDP India office. You can download the application form or fill in the paper application form at the office and submit it along with the registration fee.
Registration Fee
The fee for the IELTS test is ₹ 14,700 (inclusive of all taxes). In the online mode of application, the fee can be paid using a credit or debit card. If you decide to register in person, the fee can be paid using a credit or debit card, through a demand draft or ICICI bank deposit slip.
IELTS Exam 2022 Other Details
IELTS Result 2022
The IELTS result is announced 13 days after the test date. Candidates can check the scores through online mode only for 28 days. The printout of the online result will not be accepted as the final IELTS result. The final result is made available in the Test Report Form (TRF) format. Each candidate will receive one TRF through the mail. It will show the scores obtained by candidates in all four sections and the overall scores. All five scores are given on a 9 band scale. Here are the details of each band:
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Band |
Skill Level |
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Band 9 |
Expert User |
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Band 8 |
Very Good User |
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Band 7 |
Good User |
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Band 6 |
Competent User |
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Band 5 |
Modest User |
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Band 4 |
Limited User |
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Band 3 |
Extremely Limited User |
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Band 2 |
Intermittent User |
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Band 1 |
Non-User |
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Band 0 |
Did not attempt the test |
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The IELTS score can be sent to up to five organizations free of charge. After that, there is a fee for sending the scores to additional institutions. You can request your IELTS centre to send your result as long as the scores are valid.
IELTS Exam Frequently Asked Questions
There are no set minimum percentage marks in the qualifying exam for appearing in the IELTS exam.
Yes, you surely can. Just check out the exam pattern and syllabus and see if you can cover it. Else, it's not a bad idea to go for IELTS coaching.
No. It is advised to wear comfortable clothes as the exam will be of 3-hour duration.
Yes, the interviewer will repeat the question but only once. So, have a good listening ability to understand the question in one go.
You need to carry your original ID card i.e. National Identity Card/ Passport which is used at the time of online registration.
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If you are not able to take the test on the selected day, you will lose the exam fee. In case you provide a medical certificate within 5 days of the test date, the fee will be refunded after deducting the local administrative cost.
No. It is a system-generated test which cannot be rescheduled.
No. You need to renew the passport and then reschedule the test.
Yes. You can check the IELTS result via SMS by sending a message to 9289892898 after 12 noon on the result day. The message to be sent is - RESULTCandidate NumberPassport Number.
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