What is IELTS?

IELTS is one of the most widely accepted English language proficiency tests, used for education, work, and immigration. It is jointly managed by the British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia, and Cambridge Assessment English.

Purpose:

• Required for university admissions, especially in the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
• Also used for immigration and visa applications.

Format:

1. Two types: Academic and General Training
2. Sections:

1. 1. Listening – 30 minutes
   2. Reading – 60 minutes
   3. Writing – 60 minutes
   4. Speaking – 11–14 minutes (face-to-face or video)

Scoring:

• Band scale from 0 to 9
• Minimum band score for top universities: 6.5–7.5

Validity:

• 2 years

Why Choose IELTS?

Recognized by 11,000+ institutions worldwide

Available in paper-based and computer-based formats

Emphasizes real-world English usage, especially academic language