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IELTS Reading Score Converter

Estimate an Academic or General Training Reading band from a raw score out of 40, with the two modules kept separate.

Independent IELTS preparation · Reviewed 2026-08-08 · Requirements may change

Convert a raw score

Enter the number of correct answers. The band is an indicative practice conversion, not an official result.

Indicative band7.030 correct answers out of 40

IELTS Listening and Reading each contain 40 questions. One mark is awarded for each correct answer, then the raw result is converted to a whole or half band. Official guidance notes that the exact number needed can vary slightly by test version.

InputCorrect answers out of 40
ModulesAcademic and General Training
ImportantTables are approximate

How to use this tool well

  1. Use a complete timed section rather than a short quiz.
  2. Record both the raw score and the band estimate.
  3. Compare several attempts before changing your target.
  4. For Reading, never mix Academic and General Training tables.
Source and scope: Requirements and formats can change. Confirm the current rule before booking or applying. Official IELTS scoring guidance ↗

Frequently asked questions

Is this an official IELTS result?

No. It is an independent practice tool. Only an official test provider can issue an IELTS result.

Does the tool upload my work?

No. The calculation runs in the browser. Refreshing or closing the page resets the current input.

How should I use the result?

Record it with the date and conditions, then compare repeated attempts completed in the same way.

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