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IELTS Academic is the version of IELTS required by most universities abroad. Our IELTS Academic coaching focuses on academic reading passages, Writing Task 1 (describing graphs, charts, tables and diagrams) and Task 2 (opinion essays), plus Listening and Speaking, over 3 months with mock tests.
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IELTS Academic: the test for studying abroad
IELTS Academic is the version required by most universities and colleges abroad for undergraduate and postgraduate admission, and by some professional bodies. It tests whether your English is ready for academic study: reading long, complex texts, describing data accurately and writing a well-argued essay.
Our IELTS Academic preparation course covers all four modules, with extra time on the two that are unique to Academic — Reading and Writing Task 1 — because that is where many students lose marks.
Academic vs General Training
| IELTS Academic | IELTS General Training | |
|---|---|---|
| Usually needed for | University admission, some professional registration | Work, training, migration |
| Reading | Long academic texts from books, journals and newspapers | Notices, adverts, workplace documents and general articles |
| Writing Task 1 | Describe a graph, chart, table, map or process (150+ words) | Write a letter (150+ words) |
| Writing Task 2 | Academic-style essay (250+ words) | Essay on a general topic (250+ words) |
| Listening & Speaking | Same for both versions | |
Always confirm which version your university accepts. For work or migration, see IELTS General Training coaching.
Writing Task 1 — describing visual information
- Reading line graphs, bar charts, pie charts, tables, maps and process diagrams correctly
- Writing a clear overview — the sentence examiners look for first
- Selecting key features instead of describing every number
- Language of trends, comparison and approximation (rose sharply, roughly a third, twice as many)
- Practice with sample visuals and model answers
Writing Task 2 — the academic essay
- Analysing the question and identifying every part you must answer
- Planning in five minutes: position, main ideas, examples
- Coherent paragraphs with clear topic sentences and linking words
- Academic vocabulary and a range of grammar used naturally
- Avoiding off-topic answers, memorised phrases and under-length essays
Academic Reading
Three long passages in 60 minutes with question types such as True/False/Not Given, matching headings, sentence completion and summary completion. We teach skimming and scanning, handling unfamiliar vocabulary through context, and identifying the writer's purpose and tone — practised with timed tests and authentic texts such as newspapers and academic articles.
Listening and Speaking
Common to both versions and taught in full in our IELTS coaching programme, with mock speaking tests and feedback.
Fees, formats and next steps
IELTS Academic coaching follows our IELTS fee structure: ₹25,000 offline or ₹21,000 online for 3 months, with monthly options of ₹9,000 and ₹8,000. Study at our South Delhi centres or through IELTS online coaching. Struggling with Writing? Add IELTS Speaking & Writing classes. Need a stronger grammar base first? Try the Advanced English course.
IELTS Academic Coaching fees
IELTS Preparation (Offline)
60-minute classes, 4 days a week
| 3-month package | ₹25,000 |
|---|---|
| Monthly plan | ₹9,000 /month |
IELTS Preparation (Online)
60-minute live classes, 4 days a week
| 3-month package | ₹21,000 |
|---|---|
| Monthly plan | ₹8,000 /month |
FAQs: IELTS Academic Coaching
Who needs IELTS Academic?
Students applying to universities abroad for undergraduate or postgraduate study, and some professionals registering abroad. Check your institution's requirement.
What is different in IELTS Academic Writing?
Task 1 asks you to describe visual data (graphs, charts, tables, maps or processes) instead of writing a letter, and Task 2 is a more formal academic essay.
How many words should I write in IELTS Academic Writing?
At least 150 words for Task 1 and at least 250 words for Task 2.
What is the fee for IELTS Academic coaching?
₹25,000 offline or ₹21,000 online for 3 months, with monthly options of ₹9,000 and ₹8,000.
Is the Listening test different for Academic?
No. Listening and Speaking are the same for IELTS Academic and General Training.