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IELTS Score Comparison Tool

Use an IELTS band as a starting point for checking current score guidance from PTE, TOEFL and other test providers.

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

Start with an IELTS band

Use these indicative references to locate the current official comparison—not as an application decision.

Indicative references
    Tests measure different constructs and score relationships contain measurement error.

    Score comparisons are approximate because tests use different task types, scales and measurement models. Use them to shortlist an accepted test, then verify the current table and minimum components with the receiving institution.

    IELTS0–9 band scale
    ComparisonApproximate, not interchangeable
    Final checkReceiving institution

    How to use this tool well

    1. Check which test versions are accepted.
    2. Check overall and component requirements.
    3. Use the provider's current concordance table.
    4. Confirm how long results remain valid.
    Source and scope: Requirements and formats can change. Confirm the current rule before booking or applying. Official IELTS comparison 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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