TOEFL 2026

Where can I take a free TOEFL 2026 practice test?

10 August 2026 · The PrepDrills Team, reviewed by Jaclyn Caruana, MBA

Practice the 2026 TOEFL question types free on our interactive drills below, then create a free account, with no credit card ever, to take a full-length mock graded by Eppy on the official 1 to 6 band scale, with a score report that tells you exactly what to study next. For the full experience, visit our 2026 TOEFL practice hub.

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Complete the Words (Reading)

Type the missing letters into each box, then click Check answers. For more, see our 50-question Complete the Words practice set.

Question 1. Mangrove forests. Type the missing letters in each box, then check.

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Mangrove forests grow along tropical coastlines where salt water meets the land. Their tangled roots trap sediment and slow incoming waves, protecting the shore from erosion. The dense roots also provide shelter for young fish and crabs, supporting rich coastal food webs. Because these trees store large amounts of carbon, their loss releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

Build a Sentence (Writing)

Drag the word tiles into the slots to build a correct sentence. For more, see our Build a Sentence practice page.

2026 task · Build a Sentence 0:00

Prompt: Why was the report late?

The asked for changes.

The manager who reviewed it asked for changes.

The manager who reviewed it asked for changes. The relative clause (who reviewed it) describes the manager. 'approved it' is a distractor and is not used.

2026 task · Build a Sentence 0:00

Prompt: What did the guide recommend?

She suggested first.

She suggested that we visit the museum first.

She suggested that we visit the museum first. After 'suggested that', use subject + base verb (we visit). 'the gallery' is a distractor.

2026 task · Build a Sentence 0:00

Prompt: You need the timetable.

when the class begins?

Can you tell me when the class begins?

Can you tell me when the class begins? A polite indirect question keeps normal word order after 'when'. 'where' is a distractor.

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What the 2026 TOEFL actually looks like

The TOEFL iBT changed on January 21, 2026, so your practice has to match the current test, not the old one. According to ETS, the test has four sections. Reading and Listening are now multistage adaptive, which means your performance on the first module sets the difficulty, and the score ceiling, of the second.

Reading30minutes
Listening29minutes
Writing23minutes
Speaking8minutes

The task types are new too. Reading now includes Complete the Words and Read in Daily Life alongside the traditional Academic Passage. Speaking adds Listen and Repeat and a simulated interview. Writing adds Build a Sentence, a short email, and an academic discussion post. Scores are reported on a new 1 to 6 band scale in half point increments, aligned to the CEFR, with a comparable 0 to 120 score during a two year transition. Writing and Speaking are scored by a combination of AI and ETS-certified raters, which is why practicing with fast, accurate AI feedback matters so much.

One rule worth burning into memory: ETS states that if you do not complete at least one question in every section, your test will not be scored at all. Reaching every section, and every question you can, is not optional. Our full mock trains exactly that.

Source: ETS, TOEFL iBT Test Content and Structure and Understand Your TOEFL iBT Scores. These are original practice materials built to the ETS format and are not official ETS questions. TOEFL is a registered trademark of ETS.

For a complete walkthrough of every change, see our TOEFL 2026 format changes guide. For Reading specifically, the TOEFL 2026 Reading guide covers strategy for each of the three task types.

Free TOEFL 2026 Practice Test 1 (printable PDF)

A complete four section paper test with a full answer key. Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking, built to the January 2026 format.

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After the mock, you get a plan, not just a number

A score on its own does not help you. When you finish the full mock, your report does two things competitors do not. It breaks your performance down by question type, and it links each weak area straight to the interactive drill that fixes it.

Sample score report

Reading4.5
Listening3.5
Writing4.0
Speaking3.0

Struggled with Complete the Words? You land on the Complete the Words drill. Weak on Academic Discussion? Straight to that writing practice. Practice, measure, fix, repeat, all in one place.

Do you even need the TOEFL?

If English is your first language or your entire secondary education was in English, many universities will waive the TOEFL, so check each program's requirements before you book a test. If you do need it, and you are applying to universities in Europe, the score you need varies widely by program. Our TOEFL score guide shows what different bands mean and which programs each one clears. And if you want an expert to move you from a good band to a great one, Epic Exam Prep, our partner tutoring company, brings 25 years of combined admissions experience across Barcelona, Madrid, Milan, and Zurich. Free tools to build the foundation, expert coaching when you want to accelerate.

How to get the most out of a TOEFL practice test

Take the first full mock early, before you have studied much, so you know your true starting point. Sit it under real timing, in one go, with no pausing, so you build the stamina the real test demands. Afterward, do not just look at the band. Study the question types you missed, drill them until they are automatic, then take another mock to confirm the gain. Repeat until your practice bands sit comfortably above the score your target programs require.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the TOEFL practice test really free?

Yes. The interactive drills on our site are open with no account at all. Creating a free account, which never asks for payment, unlocks the full app with every task type, plus one full-length mock test with AI band scores on Writing and Speaking and a full score report.

Do I need to sign up to practice?

You can practice our interactive drills on the site with no account. To take the full-length mock test and get your graded report, you create a free account, which never asks for payment.

Is this the new 2026 TOEFL format?

Yes. Everything here is built for the TOEFL iBT format that launched on January 21, 2026, including the new task types like Complete the Words, Listen and Repeat, and Build a Sentence, the multistage adaptive Reading and Listening, and the 1 to 6 band scoring.

Is the Writing and Speaking practice AI graded?

Yes. Your full mock is graded by Eppy, our AI, which returns band scores on your Writing and Speaking usually within minutes. On the real TOEFL, ETS also scores Writing and Speaking with a combination of AI and certified human raters, so practicing against accurate AI feedback is exactly the right preparation.

Can I download a TOEFL practice test PDF?

Yes. You can download a free printable TOEFL 2026 practice test as a PDF, covering all four sections with the current question types and a full answer key, so you can practice on paper and check your work.

How accurate is the scoring?

Reading and Listening are scored objectively, so those are exact. For Writing and Speaking, Eppy is calibrated to the official 1 to 6 band criteria to give you a realistic estimate of where you stand. It is a practice estimate, not an official ETS score.

Do I still need to take the TOEFL if I studied in English?

Not always. Many universities waive the TOEFL for applicants whose secondary education was in English, so check each program's specific requirement. If you do need it, our score guide shows what band different programs expect.

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