LanguageCert is a UK Home Office approved English test for student visa, work visa, spouse visa, and settlement applications.
Daily Live Classes: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Take2 Retake Insurance Available.
Pass Grade
Enough for UK Degree.
Jan 2026: B2 for Work Visa
Specifically designed for UK study and visa aspirants. Attend live interactive classes from anywhere in India.
Monday to Friday. Perfect for working professionals.
Practice Speaking parts live with faculty. Real-time feedback.
We provide official LanguageCert digital prep books & practice tests.
The smart alternative to IELTS for UK visa applications
The biggest fear in IELTS is paying ₹18,000 again if you fail.
LanguageCert offers "Take2". Pay a small extra fee, and if you fail, you get a FREE Retake. It's exam insurance!
LanguageCert SELT is officially approved by UK Home Office for Student & Work Visas. It is processed exactly like IELTS UKVI.
Widely accepted for UK visas.
Get results in 3-5 working days. Book exam just 24 hours in advance. Perfect if you have a deadline for University Offer or Visa filing.
Which LanguageCert exam do you need? Find out below.
| Visa Type | CEFR Level | Skills Required | LanguageCert Exam | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spouse/Partner Visa (Initial) | A1 | Speaking & Listening | International ESOL SELT A1 | $190 |
| Spouse/Partner Visa (Extension) | A2 | Speaking & Listening | International ESOL SELT A2 | $190 |
| Settlement (ILR) | B1 | Speaking & Listening | International ESOL SELT B1 | $190 |
| British Citizenship | B1 | Speaking & Listening | International ESOL SELT B1 | $190 |
| Student Visa (Below Degree) | B1 | All 4 Skills | Academic SELT B1 | $260 |
| Student Visa (Degree Level) | B2 | All 4 Skills | Academic SELT B2 | $260 |
| Skilled Worker (From Jan 2026)NEW | B2 | All 4 Skills | General SELT B2 | $260 |
| Health & Care Worker | B1 | All 4 Skills | General SELT B1 | $260 |
For UK visa, you must take the SELT version at an approved test center. Online home testing is not accepted for UKVI.
Both are UK Home Office approved. Here's how they compare.
| Feature | LanguageCert | IELTS UKVI |
|---|---|---|
| UK Home Office Approved | Yes (SELT) | Yes (UKVI) |
| Speaking Test Format | Human Interlocutor | Human Examiner |
| Results Time | 3-5 Working Days | 3-5 Days (Computer) / 13 Days (Paper) |
| Retake Insurance | Take2 Option Available | One Skill Retake (Computer Only) |
| Booking Flexibility | Book 24 Hours Advance | Book 2-4 Weeks Advance |
| Exam Fee (4 Skills) | ~₹21,500 ($260) | ₹18,000-18,250 |
| Test Centers in India | Limited (Growing) | Extensive Network |
| Preparation Resources | Official + Limited Third-Party | Abundant Resources |
| Partial Retake | Written/Spoken Separate | One Skill Retake |
| Online from Home (Non-UKVI) | Available | Not Available |
Bottom Line: Choose LanguageCert if you want Take2 insurance, faster results, and flexible booking. Choose IELTS if you prefer more preparation resources and test center availability.
Two separate exams: Written (L/R/W) & Spoken (S). Take them together or apart within 14 days.
Listening, Reading, Writing. Computer-based at test center.
Duration: ~2 hours (varies by level)
1-on-1 with Human Interlocutor.
Unlike PTE (Computer), you talk to a real person. Duration: 12-15 min.
Best Feature: If you pass Speaking but fail Written, you keep the Speaking score! You only retake the Written part.
Mapped to CEFR Levels. Your overall level = your lowest skill score.
≈ IELTS 4.0 - 5.0
Pass: 40-59/100
Foundation / Spouse≈ IELTS 5.5 - 6.5
Pass: 60-74/100
Bachelors / Masters / Work≈ IELTS 7.0 - 8.0
Pass: 75-89/100
Top Universities≈ IELTS 8.5 - 9.0
Pass: 90-100/100
Literature / ResearchAnswer one question to find your required CEFR level
Click any option above to see detailed level information below
Click on a level to see details and which UK visa it's for
Click any level above to see details
Real students. Real results. Real UK visas.
"EEC's LanguageCert coaching helped me achieve High Pass (C1). The Take2 strategy training gave me confidence. Now I have my UK Student Visa!"
Vadodara, India
Vadodara
Anand
Surat
Ahmedabad
Hyderabad
Mumbai
How to prepare for LanguageCert and pass in 4 weeks
Learn the exam structure - 4 parts of Speaking, 2 Writing tasks, 4 Listening parts, and Reading question types. Take a diagnostic test to identify your current level.
Focus on grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Practice Speaking Part 1 & 2. Write short messages (60-100 words) daily. Do Listening practice with British accents.
Practice Speaking Parts 3 & 4. Write extended texts (200-250 words). Complete full Reading sections with time limits. Take sectional mock tests.
Take 2-3 full-length mock tests under exam conditions. Review all strategies. Book your LanguageCert exam with Take2 option. Stay confident!
Official Guided Learning Hours: B1 = 180 hours | B2 = 180 hours | C1 = 200 hours
Everything you need to know about LanguageCert for UK visa
LanguageCert is an English language test approved by UK Home Office for visa applications. It tests your Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing skills. You can take it at a test center or online. Results come in 3-5 working days. It's accepted for UK student visa, work visa, spouse visa, and settlement applications.
Yes! LanguageCert is one of only 4 approved SELT (Secure English Language Test) providers for UK visa applications. The others are IELTS, Trinity College London, and Pearson PTE. LanguageCert is owned by PeopleCert Group and regulated by Ofqual (UK qualification authority) with recognition number RN6001.
Academic SELT tests all 4 skills (L/R/W/S) at B1-C2 levels for UK student visa. General SELT also tests all 4 skills at A2-C1 levels for UK work visa. International ESOL SELT tests only Speaking & Listening at A1-B1 levels for UK spouse visa, settlement (ILR), and citizenship.
Academic SELT (4 skills): $260 USD (~₹21,500). General SELT (4 skills): $260 USD (~₹21,500). Speaking & Listening only (2 skills): $190 USD (~₹15,800). The Take2 retake option costs extra but gives you a free retake if you fail.
LanguageCert SELT results are valid for 2 years from the exam date for UK visa applications. You must apply for your visa within this 2-year window. After 2 years, you need to retake the exam.
Results are delivered in 3-5 working days. For online exams, you may see preliminary results within 15 minutes. Official results are sent via email and uploaded to your LanguageCert account. You get a URN (Unique Reference Number) for your UK visa application.
Take2 is exam insurance. Pay a small extra fee when booking, and if you fail, you get a FREE retake. You must purchase Take2 up to 15 minutes before your exam starts. If you fail, you receive a voucher to retake within 6 months (International ESOL) or 14 days (SELT).
For UK visa applications, you must take the SELT version at an approved test center - online home testing is NOT accepted for UKVI. However, for university admission only (non-visa purposes), some universities accept the online proctored version.
LanguageCert has a 4.4 out of 5 rating on Trustpilot based on 2,349+ reviews. Students praise the professional staff, efficient service, easy booking process, quick results, and fair evaluation.
Approximate equivalence: B1 (Achiever) = IELTS 4.0-5.0. B2 (Communicator) = IELTS 5.5-6.5. C1 (Expert) = IELTS 7.0-8.0. C2 (Mastery) = IELTS 8.5-9.0. Both are accepted for UK visa.
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