Band 0 to 9

You get a band score from 0 to 9 for each skill, plus an overall band. No pass or fail. 

Band 6: Competent user — can use English in familiar situations 

Band 7:Good user — handles complex language well 

Band 8: Very good user — only occasional errors 

Band 9: Expert user — full fluency

Most universities require Band 6.5 to 7.5 overall. Canada Express Entry often needs Band 6 in each skill. UKVI for visas has specific scores.