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Shabuj Global Education provides official test registration, target score evaluation, and scheduling guidance for IELTS and UKVI-approved SELT examinations.
International English Language Testing System
The standard credential accepted across higher education institutions in the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Secure English Language Test for UK Visas
A Home Office-approved examination engineered specifically for UK Student Visas, Skilled Worker routes, and UK university degree sponsorship.
| Metric | IELTS | Skills for English: SELT |
|---|---|---|
| Primary scope | Global higher education & immigration | UK visa applications & UK university study |
| Geographic footprint | 140+ countries (UK, USA, Canada, Australia) | UK Home Office, UKVI & partner global centres |
| UKVI endorsement | Yes (when selected as IELTS for UKVI) | Yes (100% Home Office approved) |
| Turnaround window | 3–5 days (Computer) / 13 days (Paper) | 3–5 business days |
| Measurement scale | Band scale: 0.0 to 9.0 | CEFR framework: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2 |
| Certificate validity | 2 Years from test date | 2 Years from test date |
If applying to universities across Canada, the USA, Australia, or the UK simultaneously, take IELTS Academic for comprehensive global acceptance.
If your university or visa sponsor specifically requests an official Secure English Language Test, choose Skills for English (SELT) for streamlined UKVI verification.
For foundation or pre-sessional English courses below direct degree level in the UK, choose IELTS for UKVI or SELT B1/B2.
Official test registration through British Council and PSI test booking channels.
Pre-test score audits against entry requirements for 145+ partner universities.
Aligning test dates with CAS issue deadlines and visa filing windows.
Direct TRF and URN score delivery to admission offices upon release.
Connect with our certified admissions counselors to evaluate your degree criteria and book your test with official partner support.
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