I am a B.Tech graduate (WES already done). Age 33. Due to my age, I need to score maximum points in IELTS. In CRS calculator, I can see the following as the maximum individual bands:
I am assuming these are IELTS bands (the score we get after taking IELTS). Speaking and Writing is not a problem for me. But, in order to score 8.5 on Listening, I need to score 37-38 questions correctly out of 40. Similarly, in order to score 8 on reading, I need to score 37-38 questions correctly out of 40.
37 / 40 is not an easy task by any measure and that too in 2 sections. Is my understanding correct that I need 37 / 40 on both Reading and Listening to get maximum marks for IELTS in CRS? I really wonder how many people are able to do this.
I am a B.Tech graduate (WES already done). Age 33. Due to my age, I need to score maximum points in IELTS. In CRS calculator, I can see the following as the maximum individual bands:
I am assuming these are IELTS bands (the score we get after taking IELTS). Speaking and Writing is not a problem for me. But, in order to score 8.5 on Listening, I need to score 37-38 questions correctly out of 40. Similarly, in order to score 8 on reading, I need to score 37-38 questions correctly out of 40.
37 / 40 is not an easy task by any measure and that too in 2 sections. Is my understanding correct that I need 37 / 40 on both Reading and Listening to get maximum marks for IELTS in CRS? I really wonder how many people are able to do this.
Hi,
It is possible, just need practice.
I scored 9 in Listening and 9 in Reading in my first attempt, i.e 40/40 questions correct. I am sure you can too.. All the best!
Practice is the best option for this - there are many practice IELTS exams available online, and you can also take some classes with an IELTS trainer if you want.
I recommend lots of reading of books, articles, essays, etc., written in BRITISH ENGLISH, and the same for listening.
Doing this can and will also improve your writing and speaking scores
Solve all the practice test from Cambridge series 1-12 and u shall be able to score 8.5-9 bands in L and R . I scored 9 in each section, 8 in speaking and writing which was my weakest, I scored 7 thanks to “ace the ielts” book
