IELTS is an internationally recognized English language proficiency test for Indian students who want to study or work in English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand. It assesses the four language skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking.
Indian students who take the IELTS test are required to score a minimum of 6.0 or 6.5, depending on the institution or organization they are applying to. Many universities and colleges in English-speaking countries require an IELTS score as part of their application process for admission. Additionally, many professional organizations and visa application centers also require an IELTS score as proof of English proficiency.
There are two types of IELTS: IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training.
General Training is intended for those who want to work, train or study below degree level in an English-speaking country. The test format includes four sections: listening, reading, writing and speaking. The listening and speaking sections are the same for both versions, but the reading and writing sections are different. The reading section includes texts that are more relevant to daily life, and the writing section includes tasks such as writing a letter or describing a situation.
Academic Training is intended for those who want to study at the undergraduate or postgraduate level or seek professional registration in an English-speaking country. The test format includes four sections: listening, reading, writing and speaking. The listening and speaking sections are the same for both versions, but the reading and writing sections are different. The reading section includes academic texts and the writing section includes tasks such as writing a report or an essay.
Both IELTS academic and general training are assessed on the same scale of score between 1-9.
It's important to note that both versions of the IELTS test are taken on the same day, and both versions include a listening, reading, writing, and speaking component. The main difference between the two versions is the content and the format of the reading and writing components. It's important that you choose the right version of the test depending on your goals, as test scores are only valid for two years and universities or organizations may not accept the scores of the wrong version.
