IELTS Score Change: Important Update for Canada Immigration Applicants

If you have taken the IELTS test for Canada in the last two years, this update is very important for you.

Many people use Language Score for:

1. Canada PR

2. Study permit

3. Work permit

4. PNP programs

5. College or university admission

Recently, IELTS officially confirmed a scoring issue in their system. Because of this, some test results were not accurate and have now been corrected.

Let’s explain this in simple language, step by step.

What Happened with IELTS Scores?

IELTS confirmed that there was a technical issue in their scoring system.

This issue affected tests taken between:
August 2023 and September 2025.

Because of this problem:

1. Some test takers received slightly higher scores

2. Some received slightly lower scores

3. The difference was usually 0.5 band

After reviewing the issue:

1. IELTS fixed the system

2. Corrected the affected scores

3. Started sending updated results to test takers

Who Should Pay Attention to This?

You may be affected if:

1. You took IELTS Academic or General Training

2. Your test date was between August 2023 and September 2025

3. You used your Language score for:

   1. Express Entry or PR

   2. Study permit

   3. Work permit

   4. PNP

   5. College or university admission

IELTS is contacting affected candidates directly by email or through official test centers.

Why IELTS Is So Important for Canada

In Canada, Language Score plays a major role in immigration and education.

For PR and Express Entry

1. Language Score decides your CLB level

2. CLB level decides your CRS score

3. Even a 0.5 band change can:

   1. Reduce your CRS

   2. Push you below a draw cut-off

   3. Affect your PR chances

For Study Permits

1. Colleges and universities have minimum Language requirements

2. A lower corrected score can affect:

   • Admission offers

   • Study permit approval

For Work Permits and PNP

1. Many programs require a minimum Language score

2. If your score drops, eligibility may change

What You Should Do Now

Do not panic. Just follow these simple steps.

Step 1: Check Your Email

Look for messages from:

1. British Council

2. IDP

3. Your test center

⚠️ They will never ask for passwords or payment by email.

Step 2: Log In to Your IELTS Account

1. Check your latest IELTS score

2. Compare it with your previous result

3. Look for any changes in bands

Step 3: Review Your Application

If your score changed:

1. Recalculate your CRS score

2. Check college or program requirements

3. Confirm your eligibility

Step 4: Update If Required

If your Language score has changed and you already applied:

1. Update your application honestly

2. Get professional advice before IRCC reviews your file

What If You Did Not Receive Any Email?

If:

1. You did not receive any message from Centre

2. Your score remains the same

Then your test was most likely not affected.

Still, it is recommended to:

1. Log in and double-check your Language result

2. Keep a copy of your score for records

Can You Request a Recheck (EOR)?

Yes. IELTS allows candidates to apply for a remark, also called Enquiry on Results (EOR).

You should consider this if:

1. You strongly believe your score is incorrect

2. A small increase can change your PR or admission result

Important to remember:

1. Scores can go up, down, or stay the same

2. The process takes time, so plan carefully

How Eiffel Immigration Can Help You

At Eiffel Immigration, we understand how stressful IELTS issues can be.

If your Language score has changed, we can help you:

1. Recalculate your CRS score

2. Review PR, study, or work permit eligibility

3. Decide whether to update, reapply, or retake IELTS

4. Submit corrected IELTS results to IRCC properly

5. Keep your application accurate and strong

Take Action Now – Don’t Wait

If your future in Canada depends on Language Score, waiting can be risky.

👉 Book a consultation with Eiffel Immigration today
👉 Get your Language score reviewed by an expert
👉 Know exactly how this change affects your PR, study, or work permit

📞 Contact Eiffel Immigration now to protect your application before IRCC reviews it.

Your Language score is important —
but taking the right action at the right time makes all the difference.