IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
IELTS is one of the world's most widely recognized English proficiency tests, accepted by over 12,500 organizations in more than 140 countries for study, work, and migration. It is jointly owned by IDP Education, British Council, and Cambridge University Press & Assessment.
- Versions:
- IELTS Academic:For higher education or professional registration (e.g., nursing, medical).
- IELTS General Training:For migration, work, or secondary education.
- IELTS for UKVI:A government-approved test for UK visa applications.
- Test Structure:Listening (30 mins), Academic Reading (60 mins), Academic Writing (60 mins), Speaking (11–14 mins). The total duration is around 2 hours 45 minutes.
- Format:Paper-based or Computer-delivered.
- Scoring:Scored on a band scale from 0 to 9.
- Validity:2 years.
- Key 2026 Feature:One Skill Retake is available for computer-delivered tests, allowing candidates to retake one section instead of the full exam.