IELTS and PTE scores decide not only your university admission but also your student visa chances, especially for countries like Australia, Canada, UK and USA. Many Nepali students lose opportunities because of avoidable mistakes in test strategy, preparation and exam-day performance, even when their English is good enough.
Right & Associates, known as one of the best education consultancy in Nepal with 25+ years of experience and 15,000+ students supported, offers structured English Test Preparation to help you avoid these mistakes and secure the scores your course and visa require.
- 1. Mistake: Treating IELTS & PTE Like “Just Any English Exam”
- 2. Mistake: Ignoring Writing Task Requirements and Timing
- 3. Mistake: Weak Speaking Performance Due to Memorisation and Fear
- 4. Mistake: Neglecting Listening and Reading Strategy
- 5. Mistake: Not Connecting Test Scores to Course and Visa Requirements
- 6. Mistake: Poor Test-Day Planning and Anxiety
- 7. Mistake: Taking Multiple Attempts Without Fixing Root Problems
- 8. How This Ties into Your Study Abroad Plan
- 9. Why Choose Right & Associates for IELTS & PTE Preparation?
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Mistake: Treating IELTS & PTE Like “Just Any English Exam”
Many students from Nepal, including those from Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan and other branches, assume IELTS or PTE is just a basic English test and rely only on self-study or random YouTube videos. They ignore scoring criteria, timing strategies and task types, leading to repeated attempts and wasted fees.
How Right & Associates Helps
- Provides a structured course plan aligned with official IELTS and PTE formats.
- Explains band descriptors and score rubrics so you understand exactly what examiners are looking for in speaking and writing.
- Uses realistic practice tests and timed mocks in its English Test Preparation programs.
2. Mistake: Ignoring Writing Task Requirements and Timing
Common issues:
- Writing off-topic essays.
- Not following task types (e.g., overview missing in IELTS Task 1).
- Poor time management, leaving tasks unfinished.
How Right & Associates Fixes This
- Teaches task-by-task templates and structures for IELTS Writing Task 1 & 2 and PTE written tasks.
- Conducts timed writing drills with detailed feedback on coherence, vocabulary, grammar and task response.
- Aligns writing practice with the scores needed for Study in Australia, Study in Canada and other country requirements.
3. Mistake: Weak Speaking Performance Due to Memorisation and Fear
Many students memorize speaking answers, speak unnaturally or freeze in front of the examiner or microphone, especially in Part 2 and Part 3 of IELTS or in PTE speaking tasks.
Support from Right & Associates
- Regular mock speaking tests in a real exam-style environment.
- Trainer feedback on pronunciation, fluency, lexical resource and grammar range.
- Practical tips on handling unexpected questions, extending answers and avoiding “one-word replies”.
These speaking improvements help when applying for universities in Australia, UK, USA or Canada via:
https://rassociates.edu.np/study-abroad
4. Mistake: Neglecting Listening and Reading Strategy
Students often:
- Don’t practice note-taking for listening.
- Get lost in long passages and panic about time.
- Guess randomly without using elimination techniques.
Right & Associates’ Approach
- Teaches section-wise strategies: skimming, scanning, keyword identification, prediction.
- Practices listening with genuine or close-to-real audio to improve focus and accuracy.
- Shows how to avoid trap options, particularly in PTE multiple-choice tasks.
5. Mistake: Not Connecting Test Scores to Course and Visa Requirements
Some students target “any score” and later discover that their intended course or visa demands higher bands or specific section scores (e.g., no band less than 6.0).
How Right & Associates Prevents This
- At the first counselling session, links your target country and course (e.g., nursing in Australia, masters in Canada) with exact IELTS/PTE requirements.
- Sets a score target plan before classes start, so you know whether you need 6.0, 6.5 or higher.
- Coordinates test prep with student visa services: https://rassociates.edu.np/services/student-visa
6. Mistake: Poor Test-Day Planning and Anxiety
Even well-prepared students from Nepal sometimes underperform because of:
- Lack of familiarity with test-day procedures.
- Last-minute stress and sleep issues.
- Not knowing how to manage time section-by-section.
Test-Day Support from Right & Associates
- Provides test-day briefing sessions on what to expect at the centre.
- Shares checklists on identification, arrival time, breaks and rules.
- Offers relaxation and focus techniques to handle anxiety, especially for first-time test takers.
7. Mistake: Taking Multiple Attempts Without Fixing Root Problems
Some students sit IELTS or PTE repeatedly without identifying why scores are stuck (e.g., Writing 5.5 or Speaking 5.5), wasting time and money.
Right & Associates’ Solution
- Reviews previous scorecards and, where possible, performance patterns.
- Conducts a diagnostic test at the beginning of the course.
- Provides individualised feedback and improvement plans for weak modules instead of repeating general coaching.
8. How This Ties into Your Study Abroad Plan
Strong IELTS or PTE scores directly support:
- Admission to better universities in your preferred destination.
- Meeting English requirements faster so you can focus on NOC, financial documents and GS preparation.
- Improving your student visa profile for countries featured on your site:
Right & Associates integrates English Test Preparation with Student Visa and GTE/GS support, so scores, finances and documentation all align for a stronger overall case.
9. Why Choose Right & Associates for IELTS & PTE Preparation?
- 25+ years of industry experience and 15,000+ students supported globally.
- Dedicated English Test Preparation service: https://rassociates.edu.np/services/english-test-preparation
- Multi-branch presence in Kathmandu, Chitwan, Pokhara, Butwal, Bardaghat, Kawasoti, Kumaripati, Damauli and Hetauda, making classes accessible across Nepal.
- Combined counselling on study abroad, test scores, NOC, financials and migration support in one system: https://rassociates.edu.np/services