The IELTS exam pattern(url=https://www.gradding.com/test-preparation/ielts/exam-pattern) is similar for both Academic and General Training in Listening and Speaking, but differs in Reading and Writing.
- Listening (30 mins): 4 sections, 40 questions.
- Reading (60 mins): Academic has complex texts; General has everyday texts.
- Writing (60 mins):
- Academic: Task 1 (chart/graph), Task 2 (essay)
- General: Task 1 (letter), Task 2 (essay)
- Speaking (11–14 mins): 3 parts—introduction, cue card, discussion.