Score are measured on the scale of 1(lowest band) to 9(highest band). Half scores such as 6.5 are possible. Universities often demand an IELTS score of 6 or 7. They may also demand a minimum score in each of the 4 sections.
After the completion of your IELTS Test, you will receive IELTS scores for each for the four sections on a band of 1 – 9. Along with that, you will also get an overall band score.
See the scoring pattern below to understand how your IELTS score will be calculated.