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IELTS - International English Language test - British Council

What is IELTS?

IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is the world’s number one English test for English learners of all levels.

Why take an IELTS exam?

Taking an IELTS qualification will help to open doors to international education and employment all over the globe. Millions of ambitious students of English have benefited from the life-changing opportunities that IELTS enables.

PREPARE FOR YOUR IELTS TEST

Improve your score on your English exam with our British Council preparation materials and tips for success.

Take IELTS Test today

Register for an IELTS Test in your country now! Click here to see available dates in your country.

Recognising Organisations

More than 6,000 education institutions, faculties, government agencies and professional organisations around the world recognise the IELTS test. Find out where your IELTS exam scores can be accepted worldwide.

Local Links

• Prepare for IELTS English Language test - British Council
• IELTS Tips for Success - British Council
• Road to IELTS
• Take IELTS with British Council anywhere in the world Register for IELTS Online

USA Institutions recognising IELTS

What our customers say?

"Certain features of IELTS test are unique, like testing strategies and lead to accurate assessment of English Language skills for students."

Ravi Kiran Singh