First-Time IELTS Success – My Experience & Tips

After postponing my IELTS exam for a year, I finally registered last month. Despite having enough time to study, I only practiced for a week and then forgot about it.

1. Pre-Test Anxiety

• Three days before the exam, I panicked because my speaking practice was terrible.

• I struggled to speak for two minutes while recording myself.

• Despite my fears, I encouraged myself and went ahead with the test.

2. My IELTS Scores

📌 Reading – 8.0📌 Listening – 8.0📌 Writing – 7.0📌 Speaking – 8.5

I was shocked because I stammered a bit in Speaking Part 1 but felt more confident in Parts 2 & 3. I'm just happy I passed on my first attempt!

3. My Advice for IELTS Candidates

✅ Listening: Follow IELTS Liz, understand the question format & answer length, and do a few practice tests. ✅ Writing: Spend 2 minutes planning your points before typing. Many candidates started writing immediately and couldn’t finish on time. ✅ Reading: Practice well and focus on the length of answers required. ✅ Speaking: Relax, practice in front of a mirror, and build confidence.

With the right preparation and mindset, you can clear IELTS on your first try!

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