IELTS Band Requirements by Country (2026): What Nepali Students Actually Need

A clear, destination-by-destination breakdown of the IELTS band scores Nepali students need for admissions and visas across Australia, Canada, UK, US, NZ, Germany and Finland.

23 May 2026 Arun Upadhyaya 9 min read

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IELTS

IELTS vs PTE vs Duolingo: Which English Test Should You Take?

A direct comparison of IELTS, PTE Academic and the Duolingo English Test for Nepali students — format, cost, result speed, acceptance, and how to pick the right one for your destination.

20 May 2026 8 min read

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Visa Pathways

Student Direct Stream (SDS) Canada: Step-by-Step Guide for Nepali Students (2026)

The full SDS pathway for Nepali applicants — GIC, 1-year tuition prepay, IELTS / PTE thresholds, PAL, and the 4-6 week visa decision timeline. Written by an AECS counsellor.

18 May 2026 11 min read

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Visa Pathways

Australia GTE Statement: Template + Examples for Nepali Students (2026)

The Genuine Temporary Entrant statement is the single most important document in your Australia Subclass 500 visa application. Here is the template AECS walks every student through, with worked examples.

15 May 2026 10 min read

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PTE

PTE Score Breakdown: How Pearson Grades Each Skill — and How to Optimise Your Time

A deep dive into how PTE Academic scores Speaking, Writing, Reading and Listening — the integrated item types, what each one rewards, and where Nepali students typically lose points.

12 May 2026 12 min read

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