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About IELTS

Four (4) are tested: listening, reading, writing, and speaking

The test is separated into two main sessions, where you take

  • (1) listening, reading, and writing altogether
  • (2) speaking (to be taken either before or after (1))

Details about each test section

  • Listening: 4 recordings, 40 questions, 30 minutes of listening, 10 minutes of transferring answers
  • Reading: 3 reading passages, 60 questions, 40 minutes
  • Writing: 2 tasks, 60 minutes
  • Speaking: 3 parts, 11-14 minutes

Computer-delivered IELTS

FAQ

  • Where can I take the IELTS test: https://www.ielts.org/for-test-takers/book-a-test
  • Which accents are encouraged for the IELTS test? Any accent (e.g., British, American, Australian) is accepted.
  • What is the difference between General Training (GT) and Academic IELTS? The reading and writing sections of the two types of test are different, while the listening and speaking sections are the same.
  • Should I take the paper-based or computer-delivered IELTS test? The content and marking for both test is the same, so you should consider the pros and cons to decide which type of test is more suitable for you.
  • Which organizations/institutions recommend and/or accept IELTS scores? https://ielts.idp.com/about/who-accepts-ielts/organisations-that-accept-ielts