How much marks should I get to pass the IELTS Test?
There is no pass or fail system in the IELTS. Marks are given on a Band Score system from 1 to 9. Band Score 1 means the worst, while Band Score 9 means the best. In general, a Band Score 7 or 7+ are regarded as good scores. Though candidates should be aware of that ‘Different Institutes/Organizations’ seek different ‘Band Scores’ for providing entry. In each section of the test, you would be given a Band Score, your final Band Score would be the average of the 4 Band Scores. For example: Say, your Band Score in the speaking test is 7, in the listening test it is 7, in the reading test, it is 9, and in the writing test it is 9 again. So, your average Band Score would be = (7+7+9+9) / 4 or = Band Score 8. (That’s a very good score and assures a bright future). Details of providing band Scores are given below in a tabular form.