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Preparing for IELTS General Training? The smartest way to boost your score is by practicing with real IELTS General Training practice tests.
This page gives you access to free practice tests for Listening, Reading, and Writing, along with strategies to help you achieve Band 7+.
1. Listening Practice Test (General Training) – Access here
Same format as Academic
Focus on everyday conversations and social contexts
2. Reading Practice Test (General Training) – Access here
Reading passages are based on:
Advertisements
Notices
Workplace documents
Articles
Questions test your ability to:
Scan for information
Understand main ideas
Identify details
3. Writing Practice Test (General Training) – Access here
You’ll complete 2 tasks:
Task 1: Letter Writing
Types of letters:
Formal
Semi-formal
Informal
Task 2: Essay Writing
Topics include:
Social issues
Work & lifestyle
Education
Technology
Practice all sections regularly
Focus on time management
Improve vocabulary for real-life situations
Review mistakes after every test
Take full mock tests weekly
1 section per day
1 full test every 3–4 days
Review answers carefully
Improve weak areas