IELTS is an English Language Proficiency test that is required to be taken by people to study/work in countries where the medium of communication is English. It's purpose is to assess the proficiency in English. It is managed by three organizations - The British Council, IDP Education Australia and Cambridge English Language Assessment.

IELTS is accepted by universities in UK, Australia, New Zealand and Canada. It has become a mandatory test for study in Australia. You cannot be granted an Australian student visa without an IELTS score (or TOEFL). It is popular in the US also. Almost all major US Universities accept IELTS. More than 9,000 organizations all over the world recognize IELTS score. There are over 1,000 test centers around the globe to assist foreign aspirants in taking the exam easily.

IELTS evaluates your English language ability (reading, writing, and listening). A good score (usually 6.0 and above) is an entry requirement for many colleges and universities worldwide.