Same destinations, similar prices, very different test experiences. For most Indians, IELTS wins on three of five dimensions.

IELTS and TOEFL are accepted at the same destinations for the same purposes — overseas education and skilled visas. The choice comes down to test experience. IELTS has live human examiners for speaking, simpler structure, and predictable scoring. TOEFL is computer-based throughout, longer, and the speaking section is recorded for later evaluation. For most Indian test-takers, IELTS wins on familiarity (more centres, more practice material), speaking format (live conversation works better for most), and predictability of scoring. TOEFL's advantage is mainly the all-computer format if that suits your style. Pick based on practice mocks, not on what your coaching centre recommends.