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IELTS test dates 2026
The 2026 schedule for the paper-based IELTS test has been announced. Book now and get a head start on your preparation.

Strategies to avoid scoring zero in IELTS Reading and Listening
Are you afraid of getting a zero score in the IELTS test? Learn important tips to avoid mistakes and increase your chances of success.
PreparationMake English Part of Your Everyday Life: Simple Tips to Get Started
Discover easy ways to make English a natural part of your everyday routine. Choose from fifteen ideas and three different English levels.

Your Ambition, Your Story, Your Award!
Tell us your story and you could receive one of eight USD $5,000 IDP IELTS Future Awards to help shape your future.

9 myths about the IELTS Speaking test to debunk
It's time to separate fact from fiction and see how the IELTS Speaking test is actually marked.
Preparation5 tips to maximise your IELTS Writing score
Boost your IELTS writing score with tips on grammar, vocabulary, and structure. Practice with free tests to gain confidence and succeed on test day!

Minimum IELTS score requirements for the UK
Learn all about the IELTS requirements for UK universities.
Test dayIELTS success stories - study and migration goals
Hear the success stories, tips and advice from past test takers. Learn how they achieved their work, study and migration goals with IELTS.

English Language proficiency tests

IELTS Academic and General free practice tests
Prepare for IELTS with these free practice tests and answers for Listening, Speaking, Writing and Reading.
