Calculadora de IELTS Overall Band
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- Renato Passos, Eng. de Software
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- Renato Passos, Eng. de Software
Last updated: Apr 18, 2026
Formula
Band = round(avg(L,R,W,S) × 2) / 2
About this calculator
The IELTS Overall Band Calculator computes the final band score from the four sub-scores: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. The Overall Band Score is the arithmetic mean of these four scores, rounded to the nearest 0.5. For example, if scores are 6.5, 7.0, 6.0, and 6.5, the average is 6.5 and the result is 6.5. If the average is 6.125, rounding to the nearest 0.5 yields 6.0. This tool is essential for candidates who need to know their final score before submitting results to universities or immigration.
How to use the calculator? Enter the scores for each skill in the corresponding fields. Each section score ranges from 0 to 9, in 0.5 increments. After filling all fields, click 'Calculate' to get the Overall Band. The formula applied is: average = (L + R + W + S) / 4; then round to the nearest 0.5 using the rule: multiply the average by 2, round to the nearest integer, and divide by 2. The result is displayed immediately.
When to use this calculator? Ideal for students who have taken the IELTS test and received individual scores but want to confirm the final band calculation. Also useful for simulating score combinations to achieve a specific band required by a university or visa. The calculator is free and requires no registration, providing speed and accuracy.
Important precautions: The entered scores must be the official test scores. Remember that rounding follows the 0.5 rule: averages with decimals 0.25 or 0.75 are rounded to the nearest 0.5 (e.g., 6.25 becomes 6.0; 6.75 becomes 7.0). Ensure values are within the 0-9 range. This tool is for calculation only and does not replace the official IELTS report.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Overall Band always the simple average of the four scores?
Yes, the Overall Band is the arithmetic mean of the Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking scores, rounded to the nearest 0.5.
How does rounding to 0.5 work?
The average is multiplied by 2, rounded to the nearest integer, and then divided by 2. For example, an average of 6.25 becomes 6.0, and 6.75 becomes 7.0.
Can I use this calculator to simulate the scores I need to achieve?
Yes, you can enter different score combinations to see what Overall Band would result. This helps with study planning.
Does the calculator accept scores with decimals like 6.5 or 7.0?
Yes, scores can be whole numbers or with 0.5, such as 6.0, 6.5, 7.0, etc. No other decimals are accepted.
What is the difference between Overall Band and each section's Band Score?
Each section (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) has its own score from 0 to 9. The Overall Band is the average of these four scores, rounded to 0.5.