IELTS Preparation
Ganpati House of Achievers is the No. 1 IELTS Institute of India and is synonymous with quality IELTS Training. We offer the most comprehensive IELTS training and our programs are crafted to give sufficient practice to students in the techniques needed for taking the IELTS test with full confidence. Our focussed training gives the candidates a strong base in English, with which they are able to score the highest bands in IELTS.
What is IELTS?
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is conducted by three institutions, namely, the British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia and Cambridge English Language Assessment (University of Cambridge).
IELTS test is of 2 types – Academic, which is meant for people applying primarily for higher education or professional registration in countries like UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand etc. and General Training is meant for those migrating to such countries for work. Both these test types provide a valid and accurate assessment of the four language skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking.
Why IELTS?
Students aspiring to study in the topmost universities and colleges of the English-speaking world need to clear an English language proficiency test. Non-native speakers of English have to show that they can read, write, speak, and understand English, so as to be able to follow lectures, study, take exams, and interact comfortably with fellow students, teachers and the local population. For this purpose as well as for the purpose of immigration, a standardized English language proficiency test for non-native English speakers has been established as a pre-requisite for the selection process. IELTS is the world’s most popular English language proficiency test and a world of opportunity awaits those who clear the required scores.
What is IELTS?
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is conducted by three institutions, namely, the British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia and Cambridge English Language Assessment (University of Cambridge).
IELTS test is of 2 types – Academic, which is meant for people applying primarily for higher education or professional registration in countries like UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand etc. and General Training is meant for those migrating to such countries for work. Both these test types provide a valid and accurate assessment of the four language skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking.
Purpose
:-IELTS is the most impartial and trustworthy English proficiency test available for the purposes of study, work, and immigration.
:-Most academic institutions in English-speaking countries, like, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and an increasing number of educational institutions in the United States, accept IELTS for study.
:-For work purposes, many professional organisations recognise IELTS as the standard test.
:-For migration, IELTS is required or accepted for permanent residency by the governments of the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and Canada.
VALUE :
:-IELTS is developed by education and language experts with a vast experience in teaching English, conducting exams and producing educational content.
:-It is an internationally relevant test because it accepts both British and American spellings.
:-The test makes use of Australian, British and American accents, thus covering the major English-speaking accents.
:-IELTS test material is exhaustively researched and is constantly in the process of being reviewed and updated by experts and academics.
What does IELTS test?
:-Like any other language, English also has 4 skills namely Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. Since in everyday life, a person uses almost all these skills, it is, therefore,
pertinent for any standard test to include all these four skills.
:-IELTS tests a candidate on all the four skills of the language – Writing, Listening, Reading and Speaking.
Format of the IELTS Test
The IELTS test assesses your abilities in listening, reading, writing and speaking.
Listening and Speaking are the same for both Academic and General tests, but the subject matter of the Reading and Writing modules differs depending on which test you take.
The module wise duration is as follows –
Writing Test – The duration is 1 hour. There are 2 parts of the Writing module as follows –
Essay – One has to write an essay of 250 words in 40 minutes.
Letter /Graph – For General IELTS training, one has to write a letter in 150 words whereas for candidates taking Academic IELTS training, one has to analyze and write about the graph in 150 words. Duration is 20 minutes
Listening Test – The duration is 30 minutes for listening to a recorded conversation and writing the answers on the Listening Sheet. After the listening is over, 10 minutes are given for transferring the answers on the Answer sheet.
Reading Test – Passages are given on diverse subjects and the candidate is required to read the passages and then answer the questions given. The duration of reading module is 1 hour.
Speaking Module – The duration would vary from 11-14 minutes. The candidate is asked various questions and the entire conversation is recorded. The various aspects of the candidate’s speaking skills are assessed.
When and Where is IELTS test conducted?
IELTS test is conducted all over the world on pre-specified dates. The exam is conducted several times a month for both Academic and General modules and is generally scheduled on Saturdays of the month. Out of 4 modules, Writing, Speaking and Reading are conducted together whereas the speaking module is organized separately either on the same day or after a short gap and the dates are intimated to the candidates.
The test is conducted in a large number of cities for the convenience of the people taking the test. In North India, test centres are in most of the major cities like New Delhi, Noida, Chandigarh, Amritsar, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Moga, Bhatinda, Patiala, Jammu, Ambala, Karnal, Dehradun etc.
Why GHA should be your 1st choice for IELTS training?
:-All the 4 IELTS modules are taken up every day with detailed discussions as a part of the regular program, which makes it the best IELTS classes.
:-Comprehensive study material is provided to all the students including great tips for Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking modules along with sample writings and speaking topics.
:-Highly structured teaching approach is followed to enable the students to achieve great results. Applied grammar sessions are an integral part of IELTS classes since grammar is the base of the language and its correct application and usage result in higher band scores.
:-Doubts classes for clearing the doubts of all the aspects of IELTS Tutorials.
:-Bridge course for weak students including comprehensive grammar classes as a part of IELTS coaching
:- Regular mock tests are conducted along with detailed analysis and feedback. This gives a clear idea to the students about their progress on regular basis and special emphasis is given on the modules where the student is weak. This results in the overall improvement in the performance and IELTS scores, thus making us the leaders in top IELTS
:-Special English Language Enhancement classes are conducted to improve the language skills of the students since this has a direct bearing on the IELTS preparation.