Free IELTS Practice Tests — All Modules
18 free IELTS practice tests for Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. Academic and General Training formats. Timed, instant answers, no registration needed.
IELTS Speaking Practice Tests
11–14 min · 3 parts · Cue card + Discussion · Identical for both versions — 1 test available
IELTS Writing Practice Tests
60 min · 2 tasks · Essay + Graph/Letter · Academic & General Training — 8 tests available
Writing Practice Test 1
Writing Practice Test 2
Writing Practice Test 3: General Training
Writing Practice Test 4: General Training
Writing Practice Test 5: Academic
Writing Practice Test 6: General Training
Writing Practice Test 7: Academic
Writing Practice Test 8: General Training
IELTS Listening Practice Tests
30 min · 40 questions · 4 sections · Identical for both versions
IELTS Reading Practice Tests
60 min · 40 questions · 3 passages · Academic & General Training — 9 tests available
Practice Test 1: General Reading
Practice Test 2: Study Visa Applications
Reading Practice Test 3: True/False/Not Given Mastery
Reading Practice Test 4: Multiple Choice Mastery
Reading Practice Test 5: Mixed Question Types
Reading Practice Test 6: Science and Nature
Reading Practice Test 7: Mind and Ocean
Reading Practice Test 8: Minds and Machines
Reading Practice Test 9: City and Soil
IELTS Academic vs General Training — What's the Difference?
Both versions share the same Listening and Speaking tests. Reading and Writing tasks differ significantly. Choose the right version for your goal before you start practising.
| Module | IELTS Academic | IELTS General Training |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | University admission, professional registration | Skilled migration, secondary school, work visas |
| Listening | Identical — 40 questions, 30 min + 10 min transfer | |
| Reading | 3 long academic texts, complex vocabulary | Shorter practical texts (notices, ads, workplace docs) |
| Writing Task 1 | Describe a graph, chart, or diagram (150+ words) | Write a formal/semi-formal letter (150+ words) |
| Writing Task 2 | Identical — Argumentative essay, 250+ words, 40 min | |
| Speaking | Identical — 3 parts, 11–14 minutes | |
| Typical band needed | 6.5 – 8.0 (varies by university/program) | 6.0 – 7.5 (varies by visa pathway/country) |
Always verify score requirements directly with your target university or visa authority.
IELTS Band Score Requirements by Destination
Use this as a reference when choosing your target practice test difficulty level.
UK University (UG)
6.0 – 7.0
Russell Group: often 7.0+
UK University (PG)
6.5 – 7.5
Top programs: 7.5
Australia University
6.5 – 7.0
Go8 universities: 7.0+
Canada University
6.5 – 7.0
U15 may require 7.0
UK/AU Nursing/Medicine
7.0 – 8.0
NMC/AHPRA requirement
Australia Skilled Migration
6.0 – 8.0
Depends on visa subclass
Canada PR (Express Entry)
6.0 – 7.0
CLB 9 = Band 7.0
New Zealand Work Visa
5.5 – 6.5
Depends on occupation
How to Get the Most Out of PrepTest Hub
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Review every answer
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Target band-specific tests
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are all IELTS practice tests on PrepTest Hub free?
Yes. Every IELTS practice test on PrepTest Hub is 100% free, with no registration or account required. All 18 tests include a built-in countdown timer, instant answers, and per-question explanations the moment you submit.
What is the difference between IELTS Academic and General Training?
IELTS Academic is required for university admission and professional registration (nursing, medicine, engineering) in the UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. IELTS General Training is used for skilled migration, secondary school enrollment, and some work visas. The Listening and Speaking modules are identical in both versions.
How many IELTS modules are there?
IELTS has four modules: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. All four are mandatory and taken on the same day (Speaking is sometimes scheduled separately). The total exam takes approximately 2 hours 45 minutes.
How is IELTS scored?
IELTS is scored on a band scale from 0 to 9 in 0.5 increments. Your overall score is the average of your four module scores, rounded to the nearest 0.5. Band 9 is expert level; Band 5 is moderate; most university admissions require Band 6.5 or above.
How long is the IELTS exam?
Total exam time is approximately 2 hours 45 minutes: Listening (30 min + 10 min transfer time), Reading (60 min), Writing (60 min), and Speaking (11–14 min). Speaking is typically scheduled on a different day at a test centre.
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