Self-assess your writing against official IELTS band descriptors. Rate yourself on Task Achievement, Coherence, Vocabulary, and Grammar to estimate your band score.
🎯 Task Achievement (Describing Data/Diagrams)
6
Addresses task but details uneven
7
Covers requirements, clear overview
8
Covers all, selects key features clearly
9
Fully developed, comprehensive response
🔗 Coherence & Cohesion
6
Mechanical linking, mostly clear
7
Clear paragraphing, varied linking
8
Logical flow, natural progression
9
Skillfully managed, cohesive throughout
💬 Lexical Resource
6
Adequate range, some repetition
7
Good range, precise word choice
8
Wide range, effective use of less common words
9
Sophisticated range, natural use
⚙️ Grammatical Range & Accuracy
6
Mix of structures, some errors
7
Variety of structures, mostly accurate
8
Wide range, majority error-free
9
Excellent control, very few errors
Your Estimated Band Score (Task 1)
6.5
Task Achievement
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Coherence & Cohesion
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Lexical Resource
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Grammar & Accuracy
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🎯 Task Response (Opinion/Argument)
6
Addresses main parts, position unclear
7
Clear position, relevant ideas
8
Well-developed, well-supported ideas
9
Fully addresses all aspects, compelling
🔗 Coherence & Cohesion
6
Mostly organized, some awkward transitions
7
Well organized, clear connections
8
Logical progression, smooth linking
9
Expertly managed, seamless flow
💬 Lexical Resource
6
Adequate range, repetition present
7
Good range, accurate word choice
8
Wide range, sophisticated vocabulary
9
Excellent range, precise and nuanced
⚙️ Grammatical Range & Accuracy
6
Mix of structures, errors don't impede
7
Variety of structures, generally accurate
8
Wide range, mostly error-free
9
Excellent control, rare errors only
Your Estimated Band Score (Task 2)
6.5
Task Response
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Coherence & Cohesion
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Lexical Resource
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Grammar & Accuracy
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📌 How this works: Click a band card to rate yourself on each criterion. Your final score is the average of all four criteria. Remember: Task 2 counts twice in your final Writing band score, so Task 2 strength matters more. This is a self-assessment — professional IELTS examiners may score differently. Book a mock test with our counsellors for accurate feedback.