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Syllabus / format overview
- Four skills: Listening (~30 min), Reading (60), Writing (60), Speaking (11–14).
- Academic vs General Training — check which your university/visa needs.
- Overall band is the average of four skills, rounded to the nearest half band.
Study plan
- Week 1: One official practice set to find your weakest skill.
- Week 2: Listening + Reading in Pomodoro blocks.
- Week 3: Writing Task 1 + Task 2 daily; word counter for 150/250 minima.
- Week 4: Timed mocks; typing practice if computer-delivered.
Tip checklist
- Task 2 carries more weight than Task 1 — do not overrun Task 1.
- Speaking: full answers with a reason or example.
- Official free practice: ielts.org preparation resources (opens in a new tab).
Official free practice
For real official sample tests and past papers published by the board, use their site:
Official free practice (opens IELTS)
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Unofficial practice quiz
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