The International English Language Testing System, commonly known as IELTS, is an exam that assesses the English language proficiency of international candidates who wish to study or work in countries where English is the primary language of communication. The exam is widely accepted in various countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, and Canada.
The IELTS exam evaluates the four basic language skills, including listening, reading, speaking, and writing, and serves as a measure of the test-takers' ability to communicate effectively in English. The exam is jointly owned and conducted by IDP Education Australia and Cambridge English Language Assessment.
More than 11,500 organisations globally trust IELTS, so when you take the test you can be confident that it is recognised by educational institutions, employers, governments and professional bodies around the world.
IELTS Eligibility:
There are no strict eligibility criteria for the IELTS exam as such. Candidates who are willing to prove their English language proficiency for any cause can appear for IELTS. However, it is not recommended for children under the age of 16.
IELTS Exam Pattern:
For IELTS, unlike the rivaling TOEFL, the Speaking module has a separate day of the exam than the other three modules. That translates to three modules in one day, reading, writing, and listening. There is a separate appointment for the speaking module. The three modules that fall on a single day have a time duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes in total. The speaking module has different time duration for everyone, ranging from 10 to 20 minutes.
