IELTS for Bangladeshi Students (2025 Guide)
IELTS is the most widely accepted English test for study abroad applications to the UK, Canada, Australia and many other countries. This guide is focused on Bangladeshi students who want to score 6.5 or 7+ for university admission and visa.
IELTS overview
Modules
- Listening – 4 sections, 40 questions
- Reading – 3 passages, 40 questions
- Writing – Task 1 (150 words) & Task 2 (250 words)
- Speaking – 11–14 minutes, 3 parts
Score & Band
- Each module is scored 0–9
- Overall band = average of 4 sections
- Most universities want 6.0–6.5
- Top programs may ask 7.0 or higher
Typical band requirements
UK
6.0–6.5 overall, no band below 5.5
Canada (College)
6.0 overall, no band below 6.0
Canada (Univ.)
6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
Australia
6.0–6.5 overall
USA
6.0–7.0 overall (varies by university)
Ireland
6.0–6.5 overall
How Bangladeshi students can prepare
Common problems
- Weak writing structure & grammar
- Nervousness during speaking test
- Time management in reading
- Not knowing band score criteria
Smart preparation plan
- 2–4 weeks: Understand exam pattern, learn templates
- 4–8 weeks: Daily practice with full tests
- Weekly: 1 full mock test under timed conditions
- Focus on band descriptors, not only practice volume
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