IELTS: Opening doors to study, work, and migration

Every year, thousands of Bangladeshis take their first step towards studying, working, or settling abroad with IELTS, the International English Language Testing System. Accepted by over 12,500 organisations in 140+ countries, including top universities and immigration authorities in the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, IELTS remains the world's most trusted English test.

What is IELTS?

IELTS measures real-life English skills in Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. The test lasts 2 hours 45 minutes. Listening, Reading, and Writing are taken back-to-back, while Speaking is a face-to-face conversation with a trained examiner, held the same day or within a week.

There are two types:

•   Academic – for higher education and professional recognition.

•   General Training – for workplace opportunities and migration.

Candidates can choose IELTS on Paper or Computer.

Why IELTS?

•  Global recognition: Preferred by governments, universities, and employers worldwide.

•  Human interaction: Speaking is always with a trained examiner, ensuring fairness and natural conversation.

•  Fairness and accessibility: Secure testing protocols, multiple test centres, and support for candidates with special needs.

Global Opportunities

IELTS opens doors to world-class universities, scholarships, and career opportunities. A Universities UK International report found 83% of international graduates said their UK degree (secured via IELTS) helped them land a job. Employers in healthcare, engineering, and finance, as well as migration authorities, trust IELTS scores.

Registration & Payment

Booking is quick and secure with a valid ID and card. To make IELTS accessible, the British Council offers 0% EMI through 32+ banks in Bangladesh, letting candidates spread the fee over three months. Test centres operate in Dhaka, Chattogram, Sylhet, and more.

Results & Retake

•     Computer: Results in 1–2 days.

•     Paper: Up to 13 days.

•     UKVI Life Skills: 7 days.

Candidates get an official Test Report Form (TRF) and up to five free additional TRFs sent to institutions.

If one section falls short, candidates can use One Skill Retake within 60 days, saving time and money. With decades of expertise, the British Council offers trusted preparation tools, flexible booking, affordable EMI options, convenient centres, fast results, and support like One Skill Retake  making IELTS not just a test, but a pathway to global opportunities.