The test that opens doors,
quietly worldwide.
Since 1964. Accepted by over 13,000 institutions in 160+ countries. Today it’s shorter, calmer, and scored on a clear 1–6 band—updated for January 2026.
Why people take it
One score, many doors. It’s how universities, employers, and governments trust your English proficiency without an interview.
University admission
Move seamlessly into English-taught lectures and rigorous academic seminars.
Work & licensing
Essential for healthcare, engineering, and professional certifications globally.
Visas & immigration
Meet stringent student and skilled-migration visa requirements.
Scholarships
Secure exchange programs and benchmark your trusted CEFR level.
What changed in 2026
Not a new coat of paint — a clearer way to measure. Enjoy a modernized scoring system and a calmer pace.
Previous (Scoring Scale)
0–120 (0–30 per section)
New 2026 Standard
1–6 band per section & overall · 0.5 steps · CEFR mapped
Previous (Structure)
Fixed Reading & Listening
New 2026 Standard
Two-stage adaptive: Module 1 determines Module 2 difficulty
Previous (Tasks)
4 Speaking tasks · 2 Writing tasks
New 2026 Standard
11 Speaking (Listen & Repeat + Interview) · 12 Writing tasks
Previous (Duration)
~2 hours total length
New 2026 Standard
~90 minutes · no breaks · calmer, more focused pace
Your report shows Overall 5.5 · C1 · Comparable 96/120 — universities on either scale can read it instantly.
The test today
About 90 minutes end-to-end. One sitting, no breaks. Same everywhere — test centre or Home Edition.
Reading
~30 min
Complete the Words, Daily Life, Academic passages. Adaptive routing.
Listening
~27 min
Choose Response, Conversations, Academic Talks. Adaptive routing.
Speaking
~8 min
Listen & Repeat (7x), Interview (4x). Automated AI practice feedback.
Writing
~23 min
Build Sentence (10x), Email response, Academic Discussion. Automated AI practice feedback.
Practice that builds real confidence.
Realistic test timing, adaptive modules, and instant AI practice feedback for Speaking & Writing to help you identify strengths and improve before test day.
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