Hi, I haven't given either of these but I am also doing an international course. I think, the major challenge if, would be inaccessibility of study material, I am facing that issue. Usually, these bodies are better than Indian bodies in terms of providing accommodations while attempting exams.
Warm regards, Saurav On Wed, Sep 24, 2025 at 10:46 PM Kunal Mehta <[email protected]> wrote: > I remember using some youtube videos and most googled writing prompts to > practice that section. > As per arrangements for both exams, they do have some things in place. > However, every step (test accommodations, relevant permissions related to > the center, and even availability of results) take much longer than sited > folks. > I did these 4 years back. Hopefully things are slightly better now. But > either ways, please have a lot more time at hand. > > Thanks, > Kunal > > On Wed, Sep 24, 2025 at 9:57 AM Siva Priya <[email protected]> wrote: > >> Hi there, >> >> >> >> IELTS in India is conducted by IDP, and they provide a fairly detailed >> set of access arrangements to support candidates with different >> disabilities. You can find information on their official website at the >> link below: >> >> Access arrangements >> <https://ielts.org/take-a-test/booking-your-test/access-arrangements> >> >> Having taken the IELTS myself, I found the journey quite confusing at >> many stages. However, it was reassuring to know that a system for access >> needs does exist. I recall trying out the IELTS prep app by IDP, but >> unfortunately found it quite inaccessible. What helped me most was finding >> a coach who was willing to adapt to my learning requirements as a visually >> impaired test taker. With that support, I was able to achieve a band score >> of 7.5, which is considered strong and generally sufficient for admission >> into top universities. >> >> >> I’m sharing the process I followed below, in case it helps other >> aspirants: >> >> 1. Decide the type of test you need to take (Academic/General/UKVI). >> >> 2. Contact IDP through their helpline at 1800-102-4544 or by email >> at [email protected]. >> >> 3. In your communication, clearly mention: >> >> o Your disability and the specific support you require. >> >> o The test type you have chosen. >> >> o Your passport details. >> >> o Supporting documents such as your disability certificate, and an >> offer letter from a university or employer (depending on your purpose for >> taking the test). >> >> o Your intended test centre. >> >> 4. They will verify the documents and may request further details if >> needed. >> >> 5. After review, they will let you know the support they can arrange >> at your test centre. >> >> 6. It’s important to keep the dialogue open until you and IDP reach >> a clear agreement on the accommodations. For example, in my case, they >> initially suggested Braille test papers, but since I am not a native >> Braille user, I explained this and they eventually arranged a scribe and >> extra time, which worked well. >> >> 7. Once accommodations are finalised, you can book your test. IDP >> usually requires at least six weeks to make these arrangements, so timing >> is key. >> >> >> >> I hope this gives a clearer picture of the process. I’d be happy to walk >> anyone through the steps one-on-one if that would help—please feel free to >> reach out to me directly by email or on WhatsApp (I’m not available for >> direct calls as I’m currently based abroad). >> >> >> >> At Shantha Chandra Family Foundation, we are also working on creating an >> inclusive learning programme for IELTS preparation, which we plan to launch >> soon. In the meantime, we’re happy to support individual requests for >> guidance through the process. >> >> >> >> All the very best! >> >> >> >> Warm regards, >> >> Siva >> >> Co-Founder- Shantha Chandra Family Foundation >> >> WhatsApp <http://9959954200> >> Email <[email protected]> >> >> >> >> On Wed, Sep 24, 2025 at 6:33 PM Anchal Shashi Bhatheja < >> [email protected]> wrote: >> >>> Hi, if anyone is aware of any digital resources for preparation of IELTS >>> and TOEFL, then please reach out. Additionally, if anyone could help with >>> navigating the process as a visually impaired person Generally, I would be >>> very grateful. Many thanks. >>> >>> >>> Anchal Bhatheja, >>> Research Fellow at Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, >>> BA. LLB. (Hons.), Batch of 2023, >>> National Law School of India University, Bangalore >>> >>> -- >>> Disclaimer: >>> 1. 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