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. Contents of the mails, factual, or otherwise, reflect the thinking of >> the person sending the mail and AI in no way relates itself to its veracity; >> >> 2. 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