If I have a 92% in English in my 12th grade, do I still need to take IELTS in UK?
No, a 92% in Class 12 English easily clears the 70 to 85 percent threshold most UK universities set for an IELTS waiver, for admission and your student visa, once the university issues your CAS confirming your English proficiency. Communication-heavy courses like law may still require the test.
No, with a 92% in Class 12 English you are well placed to skip the IELTS for most UK universities, since your score clears the waiver threshold most institutions set. Whether you can skip it completely depends on both the university's admission policy and how your visa gets processed, so it is worth understanding both sides.
What Your Score Needs to Clear
| Requirement | Typical Threshold | Where You Stand |
|---|---|---|
| University IELTS waiver | 70 to 85 percent in Class 12 English | Your 92 percent clears this comfortably |
| UK student visa (via CAS) | University confirms CEFR B2 level via your CAS | Covered once your university assesses and confirms this |
| Restricted courses | Law, medicine, nursing, journalism often mandate IELTS regardless | Waiver may not apply here even with a high score |
What You Need to Confirm With Your University
- Check that your board, such as CBSE or ISC, is on the university's recognised list for English waivers
- Request a Medium of Instruction letter from your school confirming your entire secondary education was in English
- Ask specifically whether your course falls into an exception category that still mandates IELTS
- Once the university accepts your marks, your CAS itself becomes your visa-level English proof, so you avoid a second test entirely
My Advice
Before you finalise your shortlist, email each university's international admissions team directly and ask them to confirm in writing that your 92 percent CBSE or ISC English score qualifies for their IELTS waiver, since policies vary even among similar-ranked universities. Get your Medium of Instruction letter ready in advance so you are not scrambling for it once your offer comes through.
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