Your journey abroad starts here. Win rewards that help you take the next step.

Register for your IELTS test with the British Council between 1 January – 28 February 2026, submit a short write-up, and stand a chance to be one of 30 winners. Winners receive travel support, study-ready gear, learning subscriptions and partner discounts, rewards that support the real journey.

Quick facts

  • Who can enter: Candidates who register for IELTS with the British Council Bangladesh during the campaign window.
  • Write-up length: 150–200 words.
  • Topics: Choose 1 of 3 topics (below).
  • Winners: 30 winners (1 × 1st prize, 1 × 2nd prize, 2 × 3rd prizes, 26 × 4th prizes).
  • Winners announced: April 2026 (celebratory video + social features).
  • Contact: info.bd@britishcouncil.org

Why enter?

IELTS is the first step toward study, work, or life abroad and the British Council wants to reward commitment and clarity of purpose. This competition recognises original, personal, and well-expressed stories about your English-learning journey and your future. Winners get rewards that directly help their studies and travel plans.

How to apply (3 steps)

  1. Register for IELTS with the British Council Bangladesh via the official portal during 1 Jan – 28 Feb 2026.
  2. Write your entry (150–200 words) on one of the topics below. Your submission must be original and in English.
  3. Submit via the application form on this page — include your IELTS test reference number and contact details. (You will receive confirmation by email.)

Important: The submission form is a Microsoft Form embedded on this page (see below). Please complete the form after registration. Submissions that do not include a valid British Council IELTS reference number will not be considered.

Pick one topic

Choose one of the prompts below and write 150–200 words:

  • If English could open one door in your life, which door would you want it to be and why?
  • Why is English important for your future in your chosen country?

 (Keep it personal — judges are looking for authentic, specific stories.)

Submit your write-up

 (Microsoft forms)

Prizes (30 winners)

All winners are chosen solely on the strength of their write-ups (see Judging Criteria). Prizes are tiered:

  • 1st Prize (1 winner)
    • Sponsored international air ticket (partner airline)
    • Study Abroad Kit: backpack (grabgo) + noise-cancelling headphones
    • 1-year British Council Digital Library subscription
    • 1-year Grammarly Premium
    • Partner discounts: 30% off ride & food with Pathao (if redeemed via agreed partner mechanics), 30% off with selected lifestyle partner
  • 2nd Prize (1 winner)
    • Sponsored international air ticket (partner airline)
    • Backpack
    • 1-year British Council Digital Library subscription
    • Partner discounts: 20% off ride & food, 20% lifestyle discount
  • 3rd Prize (2 winners)
    • Sponsored international air ticket (partner airline)
    • Partner discounts: 10% off ride & food, 10% lifestyle discount
  • 4th Prize (26 winners)
    • Backpack
    • 5kg extra baggage allowance when traveling with our partner airline (subject to partner terms) — a practical benefit to encourage winners to book with the campaign airline
    • Partner discounts: 15% off ride & food, 15% lifestyle discount (one time)

Note: Specific partner names and discount redemption mechanics will be confirmed with partners and included in winner communications.

Key dates 

  • Registration & entry window: 1 Jan – 28 Feb 2026
  • Shortlist published: March 2026 (Top 30 announced to internal panel)
  • Final judging & winner confirmation: March 2026
  • Celebratory video: April 2026

Judging criteria

Submissions will be evaluated by a panel (British Council + partner representatives) using the following weighting:

  • Clarity of thought / communication: 40%
  • Aspiration & purpose: 30%
  • Originality & storytelling: 20%
  • English proficiency: 10%

 Top 30 submissions across Bangladesh will be selected purely on merit. Shortlisted stories may be featured on British Council channels.

Terms and Conditions

  • Participants must comply with all eligibility requirements, campaign rules, and submission timelines.
  • Participants under 18 must provide parental consent.
  • All submissions must be original and must not contain AI-generated content beyond light proofreading.
  • Prizes are non-transferable and non-exchangeable unless otherwise specified.
  • Winners of air tickets must provide proof of their intended study abroad journey. This includes: a valid passport, student visa for their destination country, official university offer/admission letter, and proof of tuition payment or enrollment confirmation. Air tickets will only be issued upon verification of these documents.
  • Airline ticket and baggage benefits are subject to partner airline terms, availability, and travel conditions.
  • Partner discounts and digital services are subject to the terms and validity periods defined by each partner.
  • British Council reserves the right to request additional documentation to verify identity, eligibility, and compliance with campaign rules.
  • Any fraudulent activity, manipulated submissions, duplicate entries, or misrepresentation will lead to disqualification.
  • British Council reserves the right to amend, suspend, or cancel the programme at any time.
  • All decisions made by the Organising Committee are final and binding.
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FAQs

Who can enter?
Any candidate who registers directly on the British Council IELTS portal (Bangladesh) between 1 Jan – 28 Feb 2026. B2B/partner-registered candidates are not eligible.

Can I submit in Bangla?
No, submissions must be in English so we can evaluate English proficiency consistently.

Can I edit my submission after I submit?
No. Make sure your write-up is final before submission. If you have a genuine error, contact info.bd@britishcouncil.org immediately.

Can I use AI tools to draft my entry?
Entries must be original. While tools may help with proofreading, any entry that appears to be AI-generated, or contains heavy AI content, will be disqualified.

How will winners be contacted?
Winners will be contacted via the email and phone number provided during registration. Winners must respond within the timeline provided and provide necessary documentation for prize fulfilment.

Need help?

For questions about the application form or eligibility, email: info.bd@britishcouncil.org

 

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