How is the IELTS Academic Exam Format Structured?

The IELTS Academic Exam Format consists of four sections:

1. Listening (30 minutes): Four sections with recordings to test understanding.
2. Reading (60 minutes): Three academic reading passages with related questions.
3. Writing (60 minutes): Two tasks, including describing visuals and writing an essay.
4. Speaking (11-14 minutes): A face-to-face interview with an examiner in three parts.

This format evaluates your academic English skills across listening, reading, writing, and speaking.