Based on the previous post by Mr S , I compiled a Mini Guide to the writing the IELTS exams based on my own personal experience. The first step is to Register: Decide why you want it. You need to do this first as there are two formats of the IELTS exam. There’s the Academic and the General. The Academic will get you into grad school, PHD programs etc while the General is used for Immigration, Jobs, etc. Go to the website and pick dates: I advise you book at least a month in advance.. The dates fill up quickly and If you don’t book early enough you might not get to write the exam when you need it. Register: It’s a simple Process. Just follow the Instructions on the website clearly. Pay: I recommend that you pay via bank draft.. Don’t pay online… Everyone I know had issues with online…