IELTS

IELTS introduction

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a test that measures the language proficiency of people who want to study or work in environments where English is used as a language of communication. An easy-to-use 9-band scale clearly identifies proficiency level, from non-user (band score 1) through to expert (band score 9).

Academic or General Training

IELTS is available in two test formats – Academic or General Training – and provides a valid and accurate assessment of the four language skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking. 

Two types of IELTS test

Fair to all 

IELTS treats all candidates with the utmost fairness and respect by actively avoiding cultural bias and by accepting all standard varieties of native-speaker English, including North American, British, Australian and New Zealand English.

Ensuring quality and fairness

Widely available

IELTS is available at more than 1,100 locations, including over 50 locations in the USA and there are 48 test dates a year.

Find a test location

Learn more about the test

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IELTS for migration

IELTS is accepted for migration to Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.  

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IELTS for study

Thousands of universities, schools, training colleges and tertiary institutions all over the world use IELTS results.

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IELTS for work

Many professional registration bodies and employers rely on IELTS as evidence of English language proficiency. 

 - See more at: https://www.ielts.org/what-is-ielts/ielts-introduction#sthash.ThspktIP.dpuf