If you are preparing for IELTS, taking an IELTS mock test is one of the most important things you can do before exam day. It shows you exactly where you stand, which modules need more work, and how to manage your time under real exam conditions.
This free IELTS mock test covers all four modules — Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. It follows the real IELTS exam format and is designed specifically for Pakistani students. Work through each section, then check your answers at the end.
Set aside around 90 minutes to complete this mock test properly. Do not check the answers until you have finished each section.
In the real IELTS Listening test, you hear four recordings and answer 40 questions. For this mock test, read the transcript below as if you are listening — once only, without going back. Then answer the questions.
Transcript — A Conversation Between Two Students
Sarah: Hi Ahmed, have you signed up for the university library orientation yet?
Ahmed: Not yet. When is it?
Sarah: There are two sessions. The first one is on Tuesday the 14th at 10 in the morning. The second is on Thursday the 16th at 2 in the afternoon.
Ahmed: Which one are you going to?
Sarah: The Thursday one. The Tuesday session is full actually. You need to register online before Friday or you won’t get a place.
Ahmed: Do I need to bring anything?
Sarah: Just your student ID and the library registration form. You can download the form from the university website. It’s under the Student Services section.
Ahmed: How long does the orientation last?
Sarah: About an hour and a half. They show you how to use the online catalogue, how to borrow books, and there is a short tour of the building.
Ahmed: That sounds useful. Is it compulsory?
Sarah: No, but the librarian said that students who attend get access to the research databases two weeks earlier than everyone else.
Ahmed: Right, I’ll sign up for the Thursday session then. Thanks Sarah.
Library Orientation — Key Information
- Tuesday session time: __________ in the morning
- Thursday session date: __________ the 16th
- Registration deadline: before __________
- Students must bring: student ID and the library __________
- The form can be downloaded from the __________ section of the university website
6. How long does the orientation last?
- A One hour
- B One hour and a half
- C Two hours
7. What is NOT included in the orientation?
- A How to use the online catalogue
- B A tour of the building
- C A talk by the head librarian
8. Is the orientation compulsory?
- A Yes, for all first-year students
- B No, it is optional
- C Yes, for international students only
9. What benefit do students who attend receive?
- A Free printing credits
- B Early access to research databases
- C Extended borrowing periods
10. Which session will Ahmed attend?
- A Tuesday morning
- B Thursday afternoon
- C He has not decided yet
Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow. You may refer back to the passage as many times as you need.
The Rise of Remote Work
The shift toward remote work, once considered a temporary response to the global pandemic of 2020, has become a permanent feature of the modern workplace. Surveys conducted across more than 40 countries in 2023 revealed that approximately 35 percent of workers in knowledge-based industries now work remotely at least three days a week — a figure that stands in sharp contrast to the 5 percent recorded before 2020.
Proponents of remote work argue that it offers significant advantages for both employees and employers. Workers report higher levels of job satisfaction, reduced commuting stress, and greater flexibility in managing personal and professional responsibilities. For employers, remote work arrangements have been linked to lower overhead costs, access to a wider talent pool, and in many cases, measurable improvements in productivity.
However, remote work is not without its challenges. Critics point to the erosion of workplace culture, difficulties in collaboration, and the blurring of boundaries between work and personal life. Younger employees, in particular, have reported feeling isolated and have noted that remote arrangements can slow career development by reducing access to mentors and informal learning opportunities.
Some organisations have responded by adopting hybrid models — requiring employees to work from the office on designated days while permitting remote work on others. This approach attempts to balance the flexibility employees value with the in-person interaction that supports team cohesion and creativity. Research suggests that hybrid models, when implemented thoughtfully, can achieve the benefits of both arrangements while mitigating their respective drawbacks.
The long-term implications of widespread remote and hybrid work remain a subject of active debate among economists, sociologists, and urban planners. Cities built around dense commercial centres are already experiencing shifts in their economic and demographic patterns, as workers relocate to smaller towns and rural areas in search of lower costs and better quality of life. Whether these changes represent a lasting transformation or a temporary disruption remains to be seen.
- Before 2020, around 5 percent of knowledge workers worked remotely. __________
- Remote workers are generally paid higher salaries than office workers. __________
- Employers have reported that remote work reduces office costs. __________
- All younger employees prefer working in an office environment. __________
15. What does the passage say about hybrid working models?
- A They are less productive than full remote work
- B They are only suitable for large organisations
- C They can combine the benefits of both remote and office work
- D They are opposed by most employees
16. According to the passage, which group has particularly struggled with remote work?
- A Senior managers
- B Younger employees
- C Part-time workers
- D Workers in manufacturing industries
17. The word “mitigating” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to:
- A Worsening
- B Ignoring
- C Reducing
- D Replacing
18. What is the main idea of the final paragraph?
- A Remote work has already permanently changed all major cities
- B The full long-term effects of remote work are still uncertain
- C Economists disagree on whether remote work increases productivity
- D Workers are returning to offices in large numbers
Remote work offers employees greater 19. __________ and reduces commuting stress. At the same time, some workers — especially younger ones — feel 20. __________ and find it harder to access mentors and develop their careers.
Write your responses on paper or in a document. Spend about 20 minutes on Task 1 and 40 minutes on Task 2.
Writing Task 1 — Academic
The table below shows the percentage of workers in four countries who worked remotely in 2019, 2021, and 2023. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
| Country | 2019 | 2021 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 6% | 42% | 31% |
| United States | 5% | 39% | 28% |
| Germany | 4% | 35% | 24% |
| Australia | 7% | 44% | 33% |
Writing Task 2
Some people believe that working from home has more advantages than disadvantages. Others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Ask a friend, family member, or instructor to ask you these questions — or record yourself answering aloud. Give full, developed answers. Do not just say yes or no.
Part 1 — Introduction and Interview
- Do you work or are you a student?
- What do you enjoy most about your studies or job?
- Do you prefer to study or work at home or somewhere else? Why?
- How do you usually spend your evenings?
- Do you enjoy reading? What kind of things do you like to read?
Part 2 — Individual Long Turn
Describe a time when you had to learn something new quickly.
- What you had to learn
- Why you had to learn it quickly
- How you went about learning it
- And explain how you felt about the experience
Part 3 — Two-Way Discussion
- Why do you think some people find it difficult to learn new skills as they get older?
- How has technology changed the way people learn things today compared to the past?
- Do you think schools prepare young people well for the challenges of adult life? Why or why not?
- Some people say that practical skills are more important than academic knowledge. To what extent do you agree?
Answer Key
Listening — Questions 1 to 10
Reading — Questions 11 to 20
How Did You Do?
Each correct Listening and Reading answer is worth one mark. Use the guide below to estimate your band score.
For Writing and Speaking — be honest with yourself. If you struggled to reach 250 words, ran out of ideas, or found Part 3 difficult, these are exactly the areas a structured course will fix.
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