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IELTS General Training Writing practice test
Complete a General Training letter and essay in 60 minutes with autosave and task-level practice feedback. An unofficial practice band appears when available.
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What this paper looks like
General Training Writing uses a Task 1 letter and a Task 2 essay. PrepSim retains both responses, shows deterministic word counts and applies the public IELTS criteria through independent automated assessments.
| Time | 60 minutes |
|---|---|
| Task 1 | Letter; at least 150 words |
| Task 2 | Essay; at least 250 words |
| Weighting | Task 2 counts twice |
| Result | AI-estimated practice band |
Automated assessment can miss nuance. Results include confidence information and remain unofficial practice guidance.
Topics covered
- Purpose and tone in letters
- Task response
- Organisation
- Vocabulary and grammar
Official source and review
Pattern information was reviewed against the official IELTS General Training Writing format on . Exam rules can change, so check the latest official information before booking or sitting an exam.
Questions candidates ask
How does this differ from Academic Writing?
Task 1 is a letter rather than an academic visual-data summary. Task 2 remains an essay.
Does a person review my writing?
No. Independent AI assessors grade automatically and the result carries a clear disclaimer.
Can I resume?
Yes. Drafts autosave to the active verified account attempt.