Please suggest can I prepare for IELTS through self-study, or is coaching necessary to achieve a high band score?
You can prepare for IELTS through self-study, especially if you are disciplined and have access to good resources like official practice tests, study guides, and online exercises. Many students achieve high band scores through self-study by focusing on listening, reading, writing, and speaking systematically and practicing consistently.
However, coaching can be very helpful if you want structured guidance, personalized feedback, and strategies for each section, particularly for writing and speaking, which are often challenging to evaluate on your own. Coaching can also help you identify weak areas quickly and improve efficiently.
Ultimately, whether you choose self-study or coaching depends on your current English proficiency, confidence, and learning style. A blended approach—starting with self-study and taking a few targeted coaching sessions—often works well for many students aiming for a high band score.
