The International English Language Testing System or IELTS is an internationally standardized English test which tests the English proficiency of students from non-native English language speakers. It is a test that most Indian students, studying in English-speaking countries abroad have to take for getting university admissions.

This exam is majorly segregated into two types: Academic and General Training. Academic IELTS is for applicants who are interested in pursuing their higher education or professional registration in an English-speaking environment, whereas, General Training is probably best for those who wish to study below degree level or are planning to work or immigrate to the UK or any other English-speaking country. The IELTS exam is divided into four sections: Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing. Speaking and Listening internal contents remain the same for both types, but Reading and Writing subject matter differ depending on whether one is taking Academic or General Training IELTS.

The exam is conducted in two days, where the main exam that comprises Listening, Reading, and Writing sections is conducted on one day, whereas, the speaking section can be completed up to a week before or after the main exam.