Key Facts
DurationApproximately 30 minutes of audio + 10 minutes to transfer answers
Number of questions40 questions across 4 sections
PlaysThe recording is played ONCE only — no repeats
Same for both testsAcademic and General Training candidates take the same Listening test
Answer sheetWrite answers on the question paper during the test, then transfer to the answer sheet
SpellingIncorrect spelling is marked wrong — spelling matters
Word limitsStrictly follow word limits (e.g., 'NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS')
AccentsRecordings feature a range of accents: British, Australian, American, Canadian
Band Score Guide
Band 939–40 correct answers
Band 835–38 correct answers
Band 730–34 correct answers
Band 623–29 correct answers
Band 516–22 correct answers
Band 410–15 correct answers
* Approximate conversion. Actual scores may vary slightly between test versions.