IELTS

IELTS is the most popular English language proficiency test in the world. It is the most reliable indicator of an individual’s ability to communicate in English. IELTS assesses four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The IELTS test system has two versions: academic and general. Students applying for admission to universities and colleges must take the academic version of the test.
You will take the listening, reading, and writing tests all in one day, one after another, without taking breaks. The speaking test, on the other hand, may be taken the same day or the next day, depending on your test center. The total duration of the test is 2 hours and 45 minutes and is completed in two test sessions: listening, reading, and writing on the first day, followed by the speaking test the next day.

Things to know about IELTS before you sit for the test:
Total Band Score for all skills: 9

Listening Test: 
lasts for a total of 30 minutes.
Four recordings will be played, and you will have to answer the questions asked.

Reading Test:
lasts for a total of 60 minutes.
Four articles with a total of 40 questions to be answered Skills like skim reading and logical arguments are tested.

Writing Test:
lasts for a total of 60 minutes.
requires you to complete two writing tasks and has topics of general interest that you need to write about.

Speaking Test:
lasts for approximately 11 to 14 minutes.
The test is recorded and is divided into three parts.

Note: 
A minimum score of 6.5 overall and 5.5 on each band is required to apply for studies in European countries.
IELTS Proficiency Test results are valid for 2 years from the date of the exam.