The IELTS exam is a requirement for international individuals seeking to pursue education or employment in an English-speaking country. It is widely accepted in countries like the UK, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, and Canada for university admissions. The primary focus of the exam is to evaluate candidates' proficiency in listening, reading, speaking, and writing in English. There are two variants of the IELTS test: Academic and General Training. While the Listening and Speaking sections are the same for both, the Reading and Writing sections vary depending on the specific test chosen by the candidate. Test-takers have the option to take the IELTS exam either on paper or electronically, depending on their preference. The validity of the test score is two years from the date of the exam.