Free IELTS Practice Tests — British Council

These British Council practice resources help an IELTS candidate understand the kinds of work the examination asks them to do. Familiarity with instructions and timing lets practice reveal language difficulties more clearly. Use the material to diagnose what needs attention instead of treating a completed sample as evidence that preparation is finished.

What you will learn

• Become familiar with IELTS test tasks
• Practice following examination instructions
• Review performance on sample material
• Plan focused language and timing practice

Who this suits

Useful if you are preparing for IELTS and already have enough English to attempt sample tasks. Confirm which test type and delivery format you need before selecting material. Practice first under realistic conditions, then slow down to examine the language or decision that caused an error.

Before you enroll

A practice result is not an official IELTS score. Writing and speaking especially benefit from informed feedback against the applicable criteria. This is a collection of preparation resources rather than a complete teacher-led course, and admission or immigration requirements must be checked separately.

The linked British Council practice resources are free. Test registration and any optional paid preparation services are separate.

Put it into practice

Complete one timed sample, classify your mistakes, and choose one specific language skill to work on before attempting another.

Source and review

This overview is based on the provider's published information, checked on 11 October 2026. It is an editorial assessment, not a claim that we completed the resource. Time filters are approximate study ranges; projects and exercises can take longer.

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