IELTS Score

IELTS Score and IELTS score bands explained. If you are not happy with your IELTS Score, you can always take up the test again. We highly recommend at least 3 months for preparation before re-taking the exam.

Band
0	Did not attempt the test	No assessable information provided.
1	Non-user	Essentially has no ability to use the language beyond possibly a few isolated words.
2	Intermittent user	No real communication is possible except for the most basic information using isolated words or short formulae in familiar situations and to meet immediate needs. Has great difficulty understanding spoken and written English.
3	Extremely limited user	Conveys and understands only general meaning in very familiar situations. Frequent breakdowns in communication occur.
4	Limited user	Basic competence is limited to familiar situations. Has frequent problems in understanding and expression. Is not able to use complex language.
5	Modest user:	has partial command of the language, coping with overall meaning in most situations, though is likely to make many mistakes. Should be able to handle basic communication in own field.
6	Competent user	has generally effective command of the language despite some inaccuracies, inappropriacies and misunderstandings. Can use and understand fairly complex language, particularly in familiar situations.
7	Good user	has operational command of the language, though with occasional inaccuracies, inappropriacies and misunderstandings in some situations. Generally handles complex language well and understands detailed reasoning.
8	Very good user	has fully operational command of the language with only occasional unsystematic inaccuracies and inappropriacies. Misunderstandings may occur in unfamiliar situations. Handles complex detailed argumentation well.
9	Expert user	has fully operational command of the language: appropriate, accurate and fluent with complete understanding.