How many questions are there in IELTS listening?

Last Updated : 6 Aug, 2025

The IELTS Listening test comprises 40 questions in total.

Each question answered correctly earns one mark. The scores are then converted to the IELTS 9-band scale, which ranges from Band 1 (Non-User) to Band 9 (Expert User), based on the overall performance in the Listening test.

The IELTS Listening test is designed to assess a candidate's listening skills across various contexts. Here's a breakdown of the question count:

  1. Total Questions:
    • The IELTS Listening test comprises 40 questions in total.
  2. Sections Overview:
    • Section 1: Contains 10 questions based on a conversation between two people in a social context.
    • Section 2: Also has 10 questions, focusing on a monologue set in an everyday social context.
    • Section 3: Features a conversation among up to four people, with another 10 questions.
    • Section 4: Includes a monologue on an academic subject, consisting of the final 10 questions.
  3. Question Distribution:
    • Each section has an equal number of questions, making it easier to manage your time and focus on each part systematically.

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