Take an IELTS trial test
In some countries we run trial IELTS test sessions at our official Test Centres, where test takers are invited to take part. Read on to find out more.
What is the IELTS Trial Test?
The IELTS Trial Test is a practice test you can take at an official IELTS test centre.
Taking an IELTS Trial Test is valuable preparation for when you are ready to take an official IELTS test.
The IELTS Trial Test is available for the IELTS Academic and General Training versions in the Listening, Reading and Writing sections of the test.
Why take a trial IELTS test?
Trial tests are taken in an official test centre, under timed conditions, and give you a taste of the real IELTS experience. If you are taking the test soon, a trial test is a great way to prepare.
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Prepare for test day
Experience test day without the stress. Focus on the skills and knowledge you do have, and identify where you can improve.
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Check against target IELTS score
Get test scores for the Listening, Reading and Writing sections. These are not official scores, but will help you understand where you can improve.
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Take your test with confidence
Sitting an IELTS trial test is a great way to build your confidence for your real test day. Use it to get familiar with the test, timing and conditions.
Where can I take an IELTS trial test?
IELTS trial tests are available in the locations listed in the table below. To register, use the ‘Contact us’ link to email your local test centre, mentioning IELTS trial test in the subject line.
| Country | City | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | Dhaka | Contact us |
| Cameroon | Douala, Yaounde | Contact us (opens in a new tab) |
| Canada | Edmonton, Mississauga; Montreal, Toronto; Surrey, Vancouver; Vaughan, Winnipeg | Contact us (opens in a new tab) |
| Cyprus | Nicosia | Contact us |
| Germany | Berlin | Contact us (opens in a new tab) |
| Ghana | Accra | Contact us |
| Kazakhstan | Almaty | Contact us |
| Kenya | Nairobi | Contact us (opens in a new tab) |
| Philippines | Manila | Contact us (opens in a new tab) |
| Scotland | Edinburgh | Contact us |
| South Africa | Cape Town | Contact us |
| Turkey | Istanbul | Contact us |
| United Kingdom | Leeds, Oxford | Contact us |
| Vietnam | Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh | Contact us (opens in a new tab) |
| Zimbabwe | Harare | Contact us |
Your trial test results
The writing section will be marked by an official IELTS test examiner and you will get valuable feedback on your performance. This will help you to understand your current level and where you need to improve. Please note that IELTS Trial Test scores are not official test scores.
After you take your test, your results will be available in 13 days for Writing, Reading and Listening sections.