The International English Language Testing System is an international standardized test of English language proficiency for non-native English language speakers. IELTS is the world’s most popular English language efficiency test for higher education and global migration.

More than 11,000 organizations trust IELTS, so when you take the test you can be confident that it is recognized by educational institutions, employers, governments, and professional bodies throughout the world.

For 30 years there have been four tests of English Proficiency, IELTS keeps on setting the standard for English language testing today. Governments in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom use IELTS to procedure immigration applications.

IELTS has been developed by some of the world’s leading language assessment Professionals and will test the full range of English skills needed for attainment in your job or study placement abroad.

You’ll be assessed on the following elements:

• Listening
• Reading
• Writing
• Speaking

IELTS is jointly owned by British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia, and Cambridge Assessment English.

IELTS is accepted by universities and colleges around the world, In the past year experts have given 3.5 million tests. IELTS is the right test for you, so if you would like to move to other nations. Some people prefer to take their test on a computer, others on paper. Whichever you choose, you’ll get the same world-renowned IELTS test—and the same face-to-face Speaking test that demonstrates your true communication skills.

The test assesses your English language ability in listening, reading, writing, and speaking. It allows you to prove that you can live, study or work anywhere English is the main language of communication.

Most postgraduate programs require a minimum 6.5 IELTS score without any band less than six and most undergraduate programs require 6 overall. No band should be less than 6.

According to the official IELTS exam website, the IELTS exam can be taken by anyone in the world, irrespective of their nationality, gender, age, race, or religion; however, it is not recommended for persons under 16 years of age.

 Several vital points to remember while you trying to do your best In IELTS

• Start your Preparation early, be consistent and monitor your progress frequently.
• Systematically master standard English grammar.
• Practice using your English skills in four ways-listening, speaking, writing and reading.
• Fluency over vocabulary. This doesn’t happen overnight. Aim to learn at least 10 new words from different subject areas every single day.
• Read longer texts specialized in different subject areas - management, finance, culture, history, sciences, etc.
• Listen to the news and watch documentaries on various topics. 
• Practice talking with other English speakers about yourself – your hobbies, interests, everyday life, family, job, dreams, and professional aspirations.
• When you have a solid foundation of English language knowledge and skills, join an IELTS course or work with a professional IELTS tutor.
• If you are not sure whether you are ready to start preparing for the IELTS exam, take a diagnostic test and get feedback from a professional instructor on your level and next steps.
• Towards the end of your IELTS preparation, start practicing with a full-length test under realistic conditions for several weeks before the test date. 
• Before you take any test understand the test format.
• Don't write too much on paper.