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Do I need to take IELTS Academic or General Training?
We take a closer look at the IELTS Academic test and the General Training test to help you decide which test is right for you.
PreparationQuestion types in the IELTS Academic Writing test
Find out about the questions you might get in the IELTS Academic test. Add them to your study plan to ensure you succeed in your IELTS test.

IELTS General Training Reading free practice questions
Get your IELTS preparation off on the right foot and add our free sample questions for General Training Reading to your IELTS study plan.
Band scoresIELTS Speaking: AI vs face-to-face speaking with an examiner
Learn about the key advantages of taking your IELTS Speaking test face-to-face with a qualified IELTS examiner.

Achieving goals with IELTS
Read how IELTS helped Wei Kato on his journey from leaving China in the 1980s to become a course instructor in Australia.
Band scoresMinimum IELTS score to work in the USA and get PR in 2026
Here’s what you must score in your IELTS test to be eligible for PR and to work in the United States.
Band scoresHow to book IELTS One Skill Retake in the Philippines?
With IELTS One Skill Retake, you can retake one of the four skills to improve your IELTS score. Learn how to book IELTS One Skill Retake here.

Monday Mock Test
Be IELTS-ready with Monday Mock Test! Visit an IDP IELTS Test Centre for a guided tour, test familiarization, assessment & exclusive booking perks!

IELTS General Training Writing free practice questions
Use our free sample questions for General Training to assess your English-language skills and learn where you need to improve.

IELTS Academic and General free practice tests
Prepare for IELTS with these free practice tests and answers for Listening, Speaking, Writing and Reading.
