About IELTS

IELTS is the International English Language Testing System, the world’s most popular English language proficiency test for higher education and global migration

IELTS was one of the pioneers of four skills English language testing over 21 years ago, and continues to set the standard for English language testing today. 

Over 7000 organisations and more than 1.9 million tests takers around the world trust and recognise IELTS as a secure, valid and reliable indicator of true-to-life ability to communicate in English for education, immigration and professional accreditation.  
 
IELTS examination services are provided through more than 800 test centres and locations in over 130 countries.
 
IELTS is jointly owned by British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia and the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (Cambridge ESOL). For more information visit the IELTS Partner website www.ielts.org.
 

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