IELTS & PTE Calculator
Calculate your overall Academic IELTS band score and instantly discover your PTE Academic equivalent.
Understanding the Grading System
The overall IELTS band score is the average of the four sections: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. The scores are weighted equally. The mathematical average is then rounded to the nearest whole or half band according to strict official rules.
- Rounding up (.25): If the average ends in .25, the overall score is rounded up to the next half band (e.g., 6.25 becomes 6.5).
- Rounding up (.75): If the average ends in .75, it is rounded up to the next whole band (e.g., 6.75 becomes 7.0).
- Rounding down: If the average ends in a fraction below .25 or .75, it is rounded down (e.g., 6.125 becomes 6.0).
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the IELTS Overall Band Score Calculated?
The overall IELTS band score is the arithmetic average of the four sections: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. The average is then rounded to the nearest whole or half band following specific rounding rules.
What are the IELTS rounding rules?
If the average ends in .25, the overall score is rounded up to the next half band (e.g., 6.25 becomes 6.5). If it ends in .75, it is rounded up to the next whole band (e.g., 6.75 becomes 7.0). Any fraction below .25 or .75 is rounded down.
How does IELTS score compare to PTE Academic?
Based on the latest Pearson concordance report, an IELTS 7.0 is equivalent to a PTE score of 65-72. An IELTS 6.5 is equivalent to a PTE score of 58-64. This tool automatically calculates your PTE equivalent.