# Suman Koirala

Writes Testmigo's IELTS and visa score guides.

## Elsewhere

- suman@mockvisa.com

## Posts

- [IELTS vs PTE vs CELPIP vs LanguageCert (2026): which English test should you take?](https://testmigo.com/blog/which-english-test-ielts-pte-celpip-languagecert): The right English test depends on where you're going. IELTS, PTE Academic, PTE Core, CELPIP and LanguageCert compared side by side: format, results time, scores, which visas accept them, and fees in Nepal.
- [English test scores for UK visas (2026): IELTS for UKVI and PTE Academic UKVI](https://testmigo.com/blog/uk-visa-english-requirements): UK visas need a Secure English Language Test such as IELTS for UKVI or PTE Academic UKVI. The minimum scores for B1 and B2, the Skilled Worker change to B2, and where to test in Nepal.
- [Paper-based IELTS is ending (2026): what changes, including in Nepal](https://testmigo.com/blog/ielts-paper-test-ending): IELTS is moving to computer-only delivery from mid-2026. In Nepal, the last paper test was on 27 June 2026. What changes, what doesn't, and how to prepare for the computer test.
- [IELTS scores for Canada Express Entry (2026): the CLB conversion table](https://testmigo.com/blog/ielts-score-canada-express-entry): Express Entry accepts IELTS General Training, not IELTS Academic. The official IELTS-to-CLB table, the PTE Core and CELPIP equivalents, and what CLB 7 and CLB 9 mean in bands.
- [IELTS One Skill Retake (2026): the rules, and who should use it](https://testmigo.com/blog/ielts-one-skill-retake): One Skill Retake lets you resit a single IELTS skill within 60 days of an IELTS on computer test. Who can use it, which visas accept it, and when it's worth it.
- [Magoosh IELTS alternatives (2026): free and lower-cost options](https://testmigo.com/blog/magoosh-ielts-alternatives): Magoosh is strong on video lessons, AI grading and a score guarantee. If you mainly need realistic mocks, per-criterion feedback and a plan for what to fix next, here are the alternatives and what each costs.
- [The best free IELTS mock tests (2026)](https://testmigo.com/blog/free-ielts-mock-tests): Where to take free IELTS practice tests that are worth your time: official computer-delivered tests, large free libraries, and free mocks with band feedback.
- [IELTS Academic vs General Training: format, scoring and how to practice](https://testmigo.com/blog/ielts-academic-general-guide): Both IELTS versions share Listening and Speaking; Reading and Writing differ. The format, timings, band scale, and a practice routine for each skill.