The test is given in English, has 4 sections (reading, listening, speaking and writing), and takes about 4½ hours. Taking notes is allowed during the TOEFL iBT; your notes will be collected after the test.
| Section | Time Limit | No. of Questions |
| Reading | 60 – 80 minutes | 36 – 56 |
| Listening | 60 – 90 minutes | 34 – 51 |
| Break | 10 minutes | — |
| Speaking | 20 minutes | 6 tasks |
| Writing | 50 minutes | 2 tasks |
To see sample questions or tasks for each section of the TOEFL test, click here.


