In IELTS, there are four papers: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. There are two different IELTS modules: Academic and General Training. The Speaking and Listening tests are the same in both modules, but the Reading and Writing tests are different.
The International English Language Testing System, commonly known as IELTS is an international standardised test of English language proficiency for non-native English language speakers. It was started in 1980.