Understanding your IELTS Reading band score is crucial for anyone preparing for the exam, especially for students and professionals in Bangladesh aiming to meet specific requirements for universities or immigration. Knowing how your raw score (the number of correct answers out of 40) is converted into a band score is the first step toward effective preparation. This guide will walk you through the scoring process for both Academic and General Training modules.
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How is the IELTS Reading Band Score Calculated?
Your IELTS Reading band score is calculated based on your raw score out of 40 questions. Each correct answer is worth one point. The total number of correct answers is then converted to a final band score on the 0-9 scale. The conversion chart differs slightly between the Academic and General Training tests to account for the difference in text complexity.
IELTS Reading Score Conversion Charts
Below are the official conversion charts for both Academic and General Training. You can use these to estimate your band score during practice tests.
IELTS Academic Reading Score Chart
| Raw Score (Correct Answers out of 40) | IELTS Band Score |
| 39-40 | 9 |
| 37-38 | 8.5 |
| 35-36 | 8 |
| 33-34 | 7.5 |
| 30-32 | 7 |
| 27-29 | 6.5 |
| 23-26 | 6 |
| 19-22 | 5.5 |
| 15-18 | 5 |
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IELTS General Training Reading Score Chart
| Raw Score (Correct Answers out of 40) | IELTS Band Score |
| 40 | 9 |
| 39 | 8.5 |
| 37-38 | 8 |
| 36 | 7.5 |
| 34-35 | 7 |
| 32-33 | 6.5 |
| 30-31 | 6 |
| 27-29 | 5.5 |
| 23-26 | 5 |
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How to Get a High IELTS Reading Band Score
Achieving a high score is a matter of practice and strategy. Our experts at Banglay IELTS emphasize the following techniques:
- Improve Time Management: You have 60 minutes for three passages. Practice timing yourself to ensure you can complete all questions.
- Skimming and Scanning: Learn to quickly read texts (skimming) for a general understanding and then locate specific information (scanning) to find answers.
- Expand Your Vocabulary: Many questions rely on synonyms. Read a variety of materials to build a broad vocabulary.
- Practice All Question Types: Familiarize yourself with all the question types, such as matching headings, true/false/not given, and summary completion.
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FAQ
How is the IELTS Reading band score calculated?
Your IELTS Reading band score is calculated by converting your raw score (the total number of correct answers out of 40) into a band score on the 0-9 scale. Each correct answer is worth one point.
Is the scoring the same for Academic and General Training Reading?
No, the scoring is slightly different. While both tests have 40 questions, the conversion chart is different for the Academic and General Training modules. This is because the General Training passages are generally considered less complex, so you need a higher raw score to achieve the same band score.
How many correct answers do I need for a Band 7?
For Academic Reading, you typically need a raw score of 30-32 correct answers out of 40 to get a Band 7. For General Training Reading, you need a higher raw score of 34-35 correct answers out of 40 to achieve a Band 7.
What are some key strategies to improve my Reading score?
To get a high score, you should focus on:
- Time Management: Practice completing all 40 questions within the 60-minute time limit.
- Skimming and Scanning: Develop the skill to quickly find key information and specific details.
- Vocabulary: Read widely to expand your vocabulary, as many questions use synonyms.
- Question Types: Practice all question types to familiarize yourself with their specific requirements.
How can Banglay IELTS help me prepare for the Reading test?
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