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How the IELTS Band Scores are Calculated. All IELTS scores are between 0 and 9. You can also get .5 scores as well (for example, 6.5 or 7.5). You will get a band score for each skill (listening, reading, writing and speaking) and also an overall band score. The overall band score is the average score of all the skills.
Learn about IELTS results & band scores so you can explain it to your students. Plus, discover how to map IELTS scores to the Common European Framework.
Learn how IELTS band scores are calculated and what they mean for each section of the test. Find out the average number of marks needed to achieve different band scores in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.
Learn how IELTS band score works from 0 to 9 for each section and how to convert it to the Canadian Language Benchmarks. Find out how to book your IELTS test online with British Council.
You will be awarded an IELTS band score for each test section of Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. Each will be graded from 0 - 9 to reflect your proficiency in English in each of these areas.
A half band score indicates a strong performance at a particular band level. For example, if you score an overall band score of 6.5, you have performed strongly within the Band 6 level. For more information, download the IELTS Guide for Test Takers.
Learn how to understand and improve your IELTS Band score for each skill and the overall score. Find out the scoring process, criteria, calculators, and strategies for each section of the exam.
