Reach the IELTS band you need, a few minutes a day.
Practice Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking in short sessions, with vocabulary in context and a running estimate of your band.
What you practice for IELTS
Practice every IELTS section
Work through realistic Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking tasks built around the actual IELTS format. Each session targets a specific skill so you improve where it counts, whether you sit IELTS Academic or General Training.
Build the vocabulary that raises your band
Band 7+ comes from active vocabulary, not memorised word lists. Nektar drills high-frequency IELTS words and academic collocations in context, with spaced repetition so they stick before test day.
Master Writing Task 1 and Task 2
Learn the structures examiners reward — clear arguments, cohesion and precise language. Practice timed responses and see exactly which topics and linkers you still need to work on.
Track your band score and weak spots
Every session updates a simple dashboard with your estimated band, your mistakes and the topics you keep missing, so you always know what to work on next.
Exam guides
Read the IELTS preparation guides
IELTS preparation Dubai 2026 · 8 min read
IELTS Preparation in Dubai 2026: Study Plan, Free Practice, and Feedback
Build a practical IELTS study plan in Dubai with official free practice, timed diagnostics, Speaking and Writing feedback, and a clear weekly routine.
Read guideIELTS preparation Saudi Arabia 2026 · 8 min read
IELTS Preparation in Saudi Arabia 2026: Riyadh, Jeddah, and Online Study Plan
Prepare for IELTS in Saudi Arabia with official free resources, a focused six-week routine, and practical Speaking and Writing feedback.
Read guideIELTS Qatar 2026 fees Doha preparation · 8 min read
IELTS in Qatar 2026: Doha Fees, Test Options, and Preparation
Plan IELTS in Qatar with current British Council fees, official Doha booking options, IDP test centres, and a practical preparation routine.
Read guideIELTS Kuwait preparation test centres 2026 · 8 min read
IELTS in Kuwait 2026: Test Centres, Preparation, and Study Plan
Prepare for IELTS in Kuwait with official computer-test options, free IDP resources, British Council courses, and a focused weekly study plan.
Read guideIELTS Bahrain Manama preparation 2026 · 8 min read
IELTS in Bahrain 2026: Manama Testing, Preparation, and Study Plan
Plan IELTS in Bahrain with the current computer-test transition, Manama testing, official practice resources, and a focused preparation routine.
Read guideCanada Express Entry IELTS requirements 2026 · 8 min read
Canada Express Entry IELTS Requirements 2026: CLB 7, CLB 5, and Test Rules
See which IELTS test Express Entry accepts, the current CLB thresholds for FSW, CEC and FST, and how to convert your four IELTS General Training scores.
Read guideIELTS to CLB conversion Canada 2026 · 7 min read
IELTS to CLB Conversion 2026: Canada Score Table and Calculator
Convert IELTS General Training scores to CLB 4–10 with the current IRCC table and understand why each ability is converted separately.
Read guideIELTS PGWP Canada 2026 CLB requirements · 8 min read
IELTS for PGWP Canada 2026: CLB 7 vs CLB 5 Requirements
Understand the current PGWP language requirement, which study programs use CLB 7 or CLB 5, and how IELTS General Training scores convert to CLB.
Read guideCanada study permit IELTS requirements 2026 · 8 min read
Do You Need IELTS for a Canada Study Permit in 2026?
Separate Canada study-permit requirements from school admission English rules, understand the closure of Student Direct Stream, and avoid outdated IELTS 6.0 advice.
Read guideIELTS Academic vs General Training Canada 2026 · 7 min read
IELTS Academic vs General Training for Canada in 2026
Choose the right IELTS test for Canadian university admission, Express Entry and PGWP planning without mixing academic and immigration use cases.
Read guideIELTS Oman 2026 fees Muscat preparation · 8 min read
IELTS in Oman 2026: Muscat Fees, Test Centres, and Preparation
Plan IELTS in Oman with current IDP fees, Muscat and regional test options, official free practice, and a focused study routine.
Read guideIELTS Nepal 2026 fee Kathmandu preparation · 8 min read
IELTS in Nepal 2026: Kathmandu Fees, Test Dates, and Preparation
Plan IELTS in Nepal with current Kathmandu pricing, flexible computer-test dates, nationwide IDP locations, and official preparation resources.
Read guideIELTS Sri Lanka 2026 fee Colombo preparation · 8 min read
IELTS in Sri Lanka 2026: Fees, Colombo Test Dates, and Preparation
Plan IELTS in Sri Lanka with current IDP fees, frequent computer sessions, Colombo and regional test options, and official practice resources.
Read guideIELTS Philippines 2026 fee Manila Cebu preparation · 8 min read
IELTS in the Philippines 2026: Fees, Manila & Cebu Tests, and Preparation
Plan IELTS in the Philippines with current IDP fees, nationwide test locations, free preparation resources, and a focused study routine.
Read guideIELTS Egypt 2026 fee Cairo preparation · 8 min read
IELTS in Egypt 2026: Cairo Fees, Test Centres, and Preparation
Plan IELTS in Egypt with current IDP fees, Cairo and Alexandria test options, official practice resources, and preparation courses.
Read guideIELTS dates, fees and registration in Pakistan 2026 · 8 min read
IELTS in Pakistan 2026: Dates, Fees, and Registration
Check current IELTS fees in Pakistan, find a live test date in your city, and complete registration through an official British Council or IDP booking page.
Read guideIELTS dates, fees and registration in Nigeria 2026 · 8 min read
IELTS in Nigeria 2026: Dates, Fees, and Registration
Check current IELTS fees in Nigeria, find a live test date in your city, and complete registration through an official British Council or IDP Nigeria booking page.
Read guideIELTS fees, registration and One Skill Retake in Bangladesh 2026 · 9 min read
IELTS in Bangladesh 2026: Fees, Registration, and One Skill Retake
Compare current British Council and IDP IELTS fees in Bangladesh, book through an official provider, and check whether One Skill Retake fits your score plan.
Read guideIELTS test dates and fees in India 2026 · 8 min read
IELTS Test Dates and Fees in India 2026
Check the current IELTS fee in India, understand how paper and computer dates differ, and use the official IDP booking flow to find a real seat in your city.
Read guideIELTS dates, fees and registration in UAE 2026 · 8 min read
IELTS in UAE 2026: Dates, Fees, and Registration
Compare British Council and IDP IELTS fees in the UAE, find a live test date in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Sharjah, and register through an official booking page.
Read guideIELTS dates, fees and registration in Saudi Arabia 2026 · 8 min read
IELTS in Saudi Arabia 2026: Fees, Test Dates, and Registration
Check IDP Riyadh fees by test type, find available dates in Riyadh, Jeddah or Dammam, and choose the right IELTS booking for your application.
Read guideIELTS dates, fees and Express Entry requirements in Canada 2026 · 8 min read
IELTS in Canada 2026: Dates, Fees, and Express Entry Requirements
Check current IELTS fees across Canadian test centres, understand the move to computer-only testing, and see which IELTS product Express Entry actually accepts.
Read guideIELTS dates, fees and points test requirements in Australia 2026 · 8 min read
IELTS in Australia 2026: Fees, Dates, and the Points Test
Check the current IELTS fee in Australia, understand Competent, Proficient and Superior English requirements, and see how band scores line up with skilled migration.
Read guideIELTS Speaking test 2026 · 9 min read
IELTS Speaking Test 2026: Parts, Topics, and Practice
Learn what happens in Parts 1, 2 and 3, which topic families are useful for practice, and how to train against the four official scoring criteria.
Read guideofficial IELTS preparation resources · 8 min read
Official IELTS Preparation Resources: Free Tests, Books, and PDFs
Use free IELTS.org samples, British Council practice and Cambridge books without confusing official PDFs with unauthorised copies of paid material.
Read guideIELTS band score calculation · 7 min read
How IELTS Band Scores Are Calculated
Work out your overall IELTS band, understand the rounding rules, and see why the same raw score can mean something different in Academic and General Training Reading.
Read guideIELTS Academic vs General Training · 6 min read
IELTS Academic vs General Training: Which Test Do You Need?
Choose the IELTS test your application accepts before you start preparing. The two tests share Listening and Speaking, but Reading and Writing are different.
Read guide8 week IELTS study plan · 8 min read
8-Week IELTS Study Plan Before Your University Deadline
Use one diagnostic, a weekly skill cycle and three properly reviewed mock tests to turn eight weeks into a focused IELTS preparation block.
Read guideIELTS Writing Task 2 essay structure · 8 min read
IELTS Writing Task 2 Essay Structure: Plan a Clear Band 7 Response
Build a Task 2 essay around a clear position, two developed ideas and the official IELTS criteria instead of memorising a rigid template.
Read guideIELTS preparation — frequently asked questions
How is the IELTS band score calculated?
IELTS reports a band from 1 to 9 for each section (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) and an overall band that is the average of the four, rounded to the nearest half band. Nektar estimates your band as you practice so you always know where you stand.
How long does it take to prepare for IELTS?
Most candidates need 4–12 weeks depending on their starting level and target band. Short, consistent daily practice is far more effective than occasional long sessions — which is exactly what Nektar is built for.
What is a good IELTS score?
Most universities ask for an overall band of 6.0–7.0, while competitive programs and many immigration routes require 7.0+. Aim half a band above your requirement to stay safe.
Is Nektar free for IELTS practice?
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