IELTS is an exam that evaluates your English language skills. It is similar to TOEFL and is typically taken by prospective students, who want to study abroad in countries where English is the primary language. Certain nations, such as Canada and Australia, need it as part of the immigration process too.
The total duration for the IELTS exam is 2 hours and 45 minutes. It consists of 4 modules, namely, Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing. The candidate is required to attempt each module.