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What is IELTS and why should you appear for it?

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is the test which is taken by the candidates who wish to study or work in the English speaking countries. The IELTS is the world's most popular high-stakes English language proficiency test, in which around 3 million candidates appear every year.
What is IELTS and why should you appear for it?
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NEW DELHI: The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is the test which is taken by the candidates who wish to study or work in the English speaking countries. The IELTS is the world's most popular high-stakes English language proficiency test, in which around 3 million candidates appear every year.
The IELTS scores are admissible in over 140 countries and more than 10,000 institutes recognise IELTS scores for granting admissions.
Also IELTS scores are recognised by many employers, professional associations and government organisations around the world.
Why should you appear for IELTS?
Because of its world wide acceptance, the IELTS is the most preferred English language test among others.
IELTS for Study: World's top Universities and Colleges accept the IELTS scores for checking candidates' English language proficiency. There is hardly any organistation which does not recognise IELTS scores, therefore clearing the IELTS with good scores will help you in taking admission in a desired college/university.
IELTS for Professionals: Maximum organisations working in the filed of medicines, engineering, accounting, teaching, pharmacy, nursing etc accept IELTS score for English as an international language. Therefor, after completing your degree, you need to clear this examination in order to work as a professional in a foreign nation.

IELTS for migration: Even if you wish to a business or work in a English speaking country you should be well-versed with the English language. Your IELTS score helps in securing permanent residency. IELTS General Training Test is the only non-academic test available for migration to the USA, Canda, United Kingdom, New Zealand and Australia.
IELTS test format
Test Name Test Duration
IELTS Listening test 30 minutes
IELTS Reading test 60 minutes
IELTS Writing test 60 minutes
IELTS Speaking Test 11-14 minutes

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