Experience authentic IELTS Listening in full computer-based test format. Four sections, 40 questions, embedded audio, and an instant estimated band score — designed to mirror the real CBT exam environment.
This Computer-Based IELTS Listening Practice Test 1 replicates the official IELTS CBT listening examination. It features four parts of increasing complexity covering everyday and academic contexts. Part 1 is a conversation about planning a family visit to a city. Part 2 is a monologue about visiting a football stadium. Part 3 is an academic discussion between two students on teaching handwriting to children. Part 4 is an academic lecture on research around the Chembe Bird Sanctuary.
All official question types are included: notes completion, multiple choice, matching, and choose-two. The 40-minute countdown timer mirrors the real test duration. Listen, answer, and submit to receive your estimated IELTS band score and full answer review instantly.
Click Play on the audio bar shown at the top during the test to start the listening audio. Make sure your volume is turned up before you begin. Use headphones for the best experience.
The audio contains all four parts in sequence. Scroll through the questions and answer them as you listen. In the real IELTS exam, the audio plays only once.
Full test audio hosted online — press play and listen while answering.
Countdown with colour warnings at 10 and 5 minutes remaining.
Estimated IELTS listening band score calculated on submission.
All 40 answers reviewed with correct answers shown clearly.