Publications
The IELTS partners publish numerous support materials with in-depth information about IELTS
Information for Candidates
Gives an overview of the test format and helps test takers prepare for the IELTS test.
Guide for agents
Provides information for education and migration agents so that they can guide their clients through IELTS.
Guide for institutions
Includes an overview of the test format, and helps organisations to identify the appropriate level of English language proficiency required for their programmes.
Guide for teachers
Provides information about the test, including assessment criteria for the Writing and Speaking tests. It also includes teacher resources for preparing students for IELTS, and introduces professional development opportunities for teachers through examining or research.
Ensuring quality and fairness in international language testing
Includes an overview of some of the key features of IELTS and how they contribute to reliable, relevant and fair language assessment − from the production of test materials, through test delivery, evaluation of test taker performance and test outcomes.
Results Verification Service
Offers guidance on how to register and use the Results Verification Service as part of a receiving organisation's application procedures. It also includes a downloadable copy of the Administrator Application Form.
IELTS Life Skills guide for test takers and agents
Provides an overview of the test levels, format and focus. It also offers information on registration, preparation and results.
IELTS Life Skills guide for teachers
Includes information about the test format and offers detailed descriptions of assessment criteria. In addition, it offers teaching tips to prepare students for IELTS Life Skills.