IELTS General Training Eligibility
Who takes IELTS General Training, and what it's for.
IELTS General Training Eligibility at a Glance
No formal prerequisites
There's no minimum qualification or entry barrier - anyone can register directly through the official IELTS website.
No official age limit
There's no set minimum age to register for IELTS General Training.
Built for migration, work, and secondary study
IELTS General Training is for people migrating to English-speaking countries, applying for work, or secondary education below degree level - not university admission.
Required for most skilled migration visas
It's required for most skilled migration visas to Australia, Canada, the UK, and New Zealand, plus many work permit and secondary-school applications.
Same registration process as Academic
You register through the same official IELTS portal - just make sure you select the General Training module specifically.
Prepare on your own timeline
There's no entry barrier, so real preparation happens whenever you're ready - practice first, then book when you're confident.