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Wondering what the IDP IELTS exam is actually like? Are the speaking examiners Indian or foreigners? Are they sweet or rude? Can you wear a watch to the exam? Do you get to keep your things in a locker? Is there a clock at the exam hall?
Well, we know there are multiple things that you have on your mind. Hence, IELTS Coachingg India has this section purely for the candidates and by the candidates!
Read the real experiences of people who have taken the exam, and share yours!
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I booked my exam from the institution just 4 days prior, and I was nervous about whether I should choose a later date or not, but in the end I went with Agnes mam’s advice. I got my book a day before the speaking exam, so I didn’t practise from it, and even then everything was great.
Day 1: On 24th, I had my speaking exam. I tried to remain as calm as possible. It was held near Netaji Subhash Palace, New Delhi. I reached there about an hour earlier, and overall the staff was polite. The receptionist in particular told me many things. He gave me some advice about how I should attempt my exam, and I asked him many questions which he answered in depth. That really made me feel relaxed. Also, he gave me some insider tips. Tips being: be polite towards the examiner, maintain eye contact, speak loudly, don’t stop in the first part of speaking, let the examiner stop you, keep a smile while answering—things which my trainer had already told me, so yup, because of that I felt much more confident. And then I gave my exam. The examiner was present on a video call and asked some basic intro questions before moving to part 2. The topic for the cue card was: describe a creative person whom you admire (e.g., singer, actor, etc.), and I chose Eminem for my answer. So I talked about him for about 1.5 minutes, then I stopped, and the examiner moved on to the follow-up question. I hesitated a bit, also I repeated some sentences, but even then I got a good score. I feel the main reason being that I was answering very naturally. So then my test was completed, and I exited the test room, collected my stuff from the lockers provided at the reception. They also handed me a slip which I needed to carry for my WLR exam.
Day 2: Again, I reached earlier to my test location. It was Radisson Blu in Paschim Vihar. Everyone behaved very professionally there, and we were seated half an hour before the start of the exam. They explained everything to us, checked our headphones, gave water bottles, and asked if there was any issue. I told them someone was playing loud music in another hall, which was a distraction, and they got it turned off. So if you feel anything is not up to the standard, you can share your concern with the staff present at the test center.
So our exam started with writing, and then during the listening part the audio glitched, and we got an additional 5 to 8 minutes as they were fixing the audio. During that time period, I used it to read all of the questions beforehand, and when they replayed the audio, I had keywords and everything marked, so it became easy for me to note answers from the audio. After that, the test for the reading module was conducted, and I did decent in that part, but I mismanaged my time, and I was left with only 10 minutes for the last passage. Also, the last passage was tricky, but I trusted my skills and was able to pull through somehow.
I achieved a score of: band 9 for listening, band 8.5 for reading, band 7.5 for speaking, and band 7 for writing.
I was able to score well because Agnes mam helped me a lot. During the initial phase, she told us not to practise anything at home. That felt a bit different to me because all other coaching centers tell you to practise as much as possible, but I followed her advice and did things however she advised. I tried to work on the feedback she shared with me in classes, especially the 1-on-1 sessions were quite useful, and mam always understood where I was lagging and how I could improve. Also, I did not practise writing, listening, or reading at home, as it was advised by Agnes mam not to do so. However, in the last week, I practised a bit of speaking—about 3 or 4 cue cards and some intro questions—but that was all for me. And I myself focused more on the things that mam told us in class and tried to implement most of them. If I could have implemented all of them, maybe I would have gotten a better score.
Overall, I had a great experience with the exam, and I would recommend following advice given by Agnes mam and working hard on them—that’s all that matters. One last thing, the mock tests held on Saturdays were quite useful because during my real exam, when anxiety hit me, I remembered that I have done this many times in the classes, and the real exam was identical to what we did in classes. The band score given by Agnes mam is probably what anyone would achieve in the real exam, so you should trust her completely, follow her advice, and reach out to her if you face difficulties.
I had my Speaking test on 21st January at an IDP center in Netaji Subhash Place, New Delhi. The overall experience was smooth and well-organized. The examiner was friendly and smiling, which immediately made me feel comfortable.
In Part 1, I was asked to introduce myself, whether I was working or studying, what a typical day was like when I was studying, along with a few more personal questions. For Part 2, the cue card was about describing a book I had read. The examiner informed me in advance that she would stop me after 1–2 minutes, which helped me manage my time properly. In Part 3, the discussion revolved around reading habits — whether younger or older generations read more, printed books vs. e-books, and the importance of reading skills in life. The conversation felt natural and interactive.
My Listening, Reading, and Writing tests were conducted at a hotel venue in Paschim Vihar. The environment was calm and organized, and the invigilators were cooperative and composed. In Listening, I found the level moderate if one had practiced well — I was able to score Band 9 in this section. In Reading, Passage 3 was the toughest, while the first two passages had more direct answers. Writing Task 1 was a line graph, and Task 2 was a problem–solution essay about the declining number of visitors to art galleries in many countries.
I felt slightly anxious before the exam, but once it started, I became confident about my performance. Overall, the experience was positive and smooth, and I achieved an overall Band 8.
This was possible because I enrolled in the IELTS coaching for two months, and the experience was extremely helpful and well-structured. The regular mock tests closely reflected the actual exam, which improved my time management and confidence. The one-to-one feedback sessions with Agnes Ma’am, especially for writing and speaking, were detailed and practical, helping me understand my mistakes and improve consistently.
The strategies, personal attention, and consistent practice made a real difference — and in the end, I achieved an overall Band 8. Truly grateful to Agnes Ma’am and Satpal Sir for the constant guidance and support throughout the journey.
I took my ielts exam on 5 and 6 th Feb 2026 .My speaking test was scheduled on 5 th Feb and it took place at millenium tower Nehru Place. On speaking test day you are required to come atleast 15 min before the scheduled test timing and I reached on time . They would register your name and send you to a room where you would wait for your turn to come and then begins the process of passport verification and biometrics registration. After this you would be told on how the speaking test would be conducted some pointers are like you don’t have to touch any electronic device present in the room and before it begins you have to show your identity to the examiner . Entire session is recorded and once done with the test you are asked to leave the room , get your passport and show it to the camera outside of it . For reading writing and listening test you are required to reach atleast 30 min before the test, after that no entry allowed . Test takes places step by step . All facilities like drinking water , medicines, pens are provided on the test center itself . You just need to carry your passport . You can also avail locker facility and keep your belongings safe. Audio check is done 2 to 3 times to ensure it’s quality and test taker can adjust the volume . First writing you are give 1 hr and two different sheets indicating task 1 and task 2 written on them . Sheets are given and taken on time . For listening sheets are given and distributed bit this time ielts listening had no gap in part 1 of the exam itself . Maybe they were rolling out new pattern . Listening went smooth , then came reading part , it went smooth . After the exam is over you are asked to leave the exam hall one by one .
Ques which were there on 5 and 6 th Feb
Speaking what is the natural talent you have ? Do you think you will keep on growing it
Writing professional sportsmen and entertainers are important and are valued more than doctors , teachers and nurses . What do you think are the causes of this
Explain
Thank you ! Best of luck
I took my IELTS exam on 9th and 10th January 2026. The speaking test was conducted first. The verification process was strict and well organised. Only passports were allowed, and no accessories such as watches or jewellery were permitted. After verification, a staff member escorted me to the exam room. The speaking test was conducted through video conferencing. Headphones with a microphone were provided, and the audio quality was very clear. The examiner had a strong South Indian accent but spoke clearly and was easy to understand.
In Part 1, I was asked around 15–20 questions on common topics such as education, job, walking habits, food, hobbies, entertainment, and buildings. In Part 2, the examiner shared a cue card, and after my response, he asked around six follow-up questions. The speaking test lasted about 15 minutes. The examiner spoke at a normal pace and did not interrupt me. However, he appeared slightly sleepy at times, which felt a bit unprofessional, though it did not affect the exam.
The next day, I appeared for the Listening, Reading, and Writing sections. The listening section was easy. In the writing section, Task 1 was a letter to a friend about a camping trip. Task 2 was a discuss-and-give-your-opinion question, which I found tricky because of the language used in the question. In the reading section, the third passage was difficult, especially the “who said what” questions.
Overall, the venue was good. The seating, headphones, and equipment were comfortable and well maintained. The invigilators and management staff were helpful and professional, making the overall exam experience smooth.
I took my IELTS test in November 2025. In the speaking test, I was asked around 15-20 questions, but it finished in just 10 minutes. The pace was quite fast, and at times I didn’t get a chance to complete my answers as the examiner interrupted and moved to the next question.
The listening section was very easy, and the writing tasks were quite general. Task 1 was a graph, and Task 2 was a problem-solution essay. The third passage in the reading section was a bit complicated There were only a few MCQs in both listening and reading.
A special thanks to my teachers who guided me every single time most of the questions were almost similar to what they had taught me