Cramming does not work for IELTS. A structured six-week plan builds the skills steadily and reduces test-day anxiety.
Weeks 1–2: Diagnose and Build Foundations
Take a full mock test to find your weakest skill, then spend these weeks on fundamentals and vocabulary.
Track Your Band Targets
Set a target band per skill and measure weekly. What gets measured gets improved.
Weeks 3–4: Targeted Drilling
- Daily skill drills on your weakest area
- One timed section every day
- Review every mistake in a log
Consistency beats intensity — 90 focused minutes a day outperforms a weekend marathon.
Weeks 5–6: Full Mocks and Refinement
Simulate real test conditions twice a week, then review thoroughly. Taper the intensity in the final two days.
| Band | Level | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | Expert | Full operational command of English |
| 7 | Good | Operational command, occasional inaccuracies |
| 6 | Competent | Generally effective command despite some errors |
| 5 | Modest | Partial command; copes with overall meaning |