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The TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is the academic English exam built and administered by ETS (Educational Testing Service). It measures the reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills non-native speakers need for university study, and it is accepted by thousands of institutions worldwide for admissions and immigration.[2]

Click Start Test above to run a complete timed simulation of the two multiple-choice sections, practice a single section on its own clock, or drill one question type. The hub mirrors how the real TOEFL is built and timed.

The TOEFL iBT has four sections — Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing — each scored on a 1–6 scale, with your overall score the average of the four.[1]

Every question is tagged to its section and includes a clear explanation, so you learn the recurring TOEFL question types — not just the answer. To round out your prep, pair these with our free study guide, flashcards.[1]

TOEFL iBT at a Glance

The two things to understand about the TOEFL are its four scored sections and that Speaking and Writing are spoken and typed responses, not multiple choice. The table below lays out every section, its size and timing, and how scoring works.

TOEFL iBT at a glance
DetailTOEFL iBT
Administered ByETS (Educational Testing Service)
Section 1 — Reading~50 selected-response items · ~30 minutes (practiced here)
Section 2 — Listening~47 selected-response items · ~29 minutes (practiced here)
Section 3 — Speaking11 tasks · ~8 minutes · spoken response (not simulated)
Section 4 — Writing12 tasks · ~23 minutes · typed response (not simulated)
Selected-Response Total~97 multiple-choice items (Reading + Listening)
Total Test TimeAbout two hours in a single sitting
Section ScoringEach section scored 1–6 in half-band increments
Overall ScoreAverage of the four sections (plus a comparable 0–120 score during the 2026 transition)
Passing ScoreNone set by ETS — each institution sets its own required score
Score Validity2 years from the test date

The TOEFL iBT has four sections — Reading (~50 items / ~30 min) and Listening (~47 items / ~29 min) are selected-response, while Speaking (11 tasks / ~8 min) and Writing (12 tasks / ~23 min) are constructed-response scored by raters. Each section is scored 1-6 and the overall is their average; the whole test takes about two hours. This practice test covers the Reading and Listening sections.

Note: this free practice test simulates the two selected-response sections — Reading and Listening — because the Speaking and Writing sections are constructed responses scored by human raters and AI, which can’t be auto-graded here.[1]

The Four TOEFL Sections and How They’re Weighted

The TOEFL iBT is built from four sections, each scored on its own 1–6 scale. Reading and Listening are multiple-choice; Speaking is recorded spoken responses and Writing is typed essays. Your overall score is the average of the four section scores.[3]

Our complete practice exam runs the two selected-response sections back to back, each on its own clock. Here is how the items break down within each multiple-choice section:

Reading — ~50 selected-response items (~30 minutes)
Reading52% · ≈50 items
Listening — ~47 selected-response items (~29 minutes)
Listening48% · ≈47 items

Reading and Listening carry a near-even split of the multiple-choice items. The Speaking and Writing sections still count equally toward your overall TOEFL score, so rehearse them separately even though this practice test focuses on the two scored multiple-choice sections.

TOEFL iBT practice test — Reading and Listening questions by section with answer explanations

Practice Questions by Section

Use Start Test for the complete Reading-plus-Listening simulation, run a single section timed on its own clock, or open the hub and drill one question type. After each section you get a per-section readiness breakdown so you know exactly where to focus.

Most test takers need the most reps on the Reading question types — Factual Information, Inference, Rhetorical Purpose, and the Insert Text task — and on the fast pacing of the Listening section.

What This Practice Test Covers (and What It Doesn’t)

This practice test simulates the Reading and Listening sections — the two selected-response parts of the TOEFL iBT that can be scored automatically.[1]

The Speaking section (recorded spoken answers) and the Writing section (typed essays) are constructed responses scored by trained raters and AI. They can’t be auto-graded in a free tool, so they are not simulated here.

You should still prepare for Speaking and Writing separately — they count equally toward your overall score. Our study guide and cheat sheet walk through the prompts and scoring rubrics for those two sections.

Who Takes the TOEFL?

The TOEFL iBT is taken by non-native English speakers who need to demonstrate academic English proficiency — most often for university or graduate admissions, scholarships, visas, or professional licensing.[2]

There is no degree or coursework prerequisite to register for the TOEFL itself — anyone can sit for it. The institutions and agencies that receive your scores set their own requirements.

Because each receiving institution sets its own minimum score, confirm the exact requirement for your target program before you choose a test date.[3]

How Do You Register for the TOEFL?

You register for the TOEFL iBT online through your ETS account, where you create a profile, choose a test date and a center (or the at-home option where available), and pay the registration fee.[2]

You can take the TOEFL at a test center or, in many locations, at home with online proctoring. Review the current fees, available dates, and ID requirements on the ETS site, since these are updated periodically and vary by country.[1]

How Is the TOEFL Scored?

Each of the four TOEFL sections is scored on a 1–6 scale in half-band increments, and your overall score is the average of the four section scores, rounded to the nearest half band.[1]

For a two-year transition period after January 2026, ETS also reports a comparable overall score on the familiar 0–120 scale, so institutions can map your result to the score ranges they already use.

Because the overall score is an average, a weak section drags down your result — which is why even strong test takers drill every section, not just their favorites.

What Score Do You Need on the TOEFL?

There is no universal passing score on the TOEFL — ETS does not set one.[3]

Each receiving institution sets its own minimum, so a competitive score depends entirely on where you are applying. Many universities look for a solid overall score, and selective programs add section minimums on top of that.

~97
MC items
~50 Reading + ~47 Listening
~2 hr
Total test time
all four sections in one sitting
1–6
Section score scale
overall = average of four

The takeaway: find the score your target program requires, then practice every section until your weakest one comfortably clears that bar.

What to Expect on Test Day

The TOEFL iBT is a computer-based exam taken in one roughly two-hour sitting: Reading, then Listening, then Speaking, then Writing.[1]

For the Listening, Speaking, and Writing sections you wear a headset; you record spoken answers for Speaking and type your essays for Writing. The sections run in a fixed order with their own timing.

Bring a valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID that matches your registration, and arrive early to check in. Rehearsing the Reading and Listening pacing with full practice tests makes the timed sections feel routine.

How to Use This TOEFL Practice Test

  • Respect each clock. Run Reading and Listening timed to their own limits so the pacing feels natural on test day.
  • Learn the question types. Factual Information, Inference, and Rhetorical Purpose recur constantly — recognizing the type tells you where to look.
  • Diagnose, then drill. Take a full simulation to find your weaker section, then drill that section’s question types.
  • Don’t skip Speaking and Writing. They count equally toward your overall score — rehearse them separately with the study guide.
  • Learn the why. Read every explanation so you understand the reasoning, not just the answer.

Why Take the TOEFL?

The TOEFL iBT is one of the most widely accepted proofs of academic English in the world — a strong score keeps your university, scholarship, and visa applications moving.[2] This free TOEFL practice test is the most efficient way to get ready for the Reading and Listening sections.

Conclusion

Doing well on the TOEFL comes down to four sections scored on a 1–6 scale and averaged into your overall result. Use this free TOEFL practice test to sharpen the Reading and Listening sections under realistic timing, then reinforce every section with our study guide, flashcards so you walk in confident on test day.

TOEFL Practice Test FAQ

The TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language, internet-based test) is created and administered by ETS (Educational Testing Service). It measures the academic English of non-native speakers and is accepted by thousands of universities, agencies, and institutions worldwide for admissions and immigration purposes.

References

  1. 1.Educational Testing Service. “TOEFL iBT Test Content.” ETS.org, 2026. ↑
  2. 2.Educational Testing Service. “About the TOEFL iBT Test.” ETS.org. ↑
  3. 3.Educational Testing Service. “TOEFL iBT Scores.” ETS.org. ↑
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