IELTS Writing Guide 2026 | Task 1 & Task 2 Preparation
Develop your skills for both IELTS Writing Task 1 and Task 2. This section offers guides, tips, and assessment information for Academic and General Training modules.
The IELTS Writing test takes 60 minutes and consists of two tasks. Task 2 contributes more to your overall writing score than Task 1. You need to demonstrate a range of skills, including organizing ideas, using appropriate vocabulary and grammar, and addressing the task requirements accurately.
Writing Guides
Task 1 (Academic) Guide
Learn how to describe and summarise visual information like graphs, charts, tables, and diagrams.
Task 1 (General Training) Guide
Understand how to write letters for various situations in the correct tone.
Task 2 (Essay Writing) Guide
Explore common essay types, structure templates, planning techniques, and how to develop your arguments.
General Writing Tips
Find practical advice on improving coherence, cohesion, vocabulary, grammar, planning, and proofreading.
Writing Band Descriptors
Understand the official marking criteria (Task Achievement, Cohesion, Vocabulary, Grammar) in simple terms.
Essay Topics Bank
Browse hundreds of real and predicted IELTS Writing Task 2 essay topics organised by theme.
Task 2 Essay Samples by Type
Study 46 band-scored model essays across all six IELTS essay types, with examiner comments, key vocabulary, and structure breakdowns.
Agree or Disagree
8 model essays for "To what extent do you agree or disagree?" questions. Band 6.5-8.5.
8 EssaysDiscussion Essays
8 model essays for "Discuss both views and give your opinion" questions. Band 7.0-8.5.
8 EssaysProblem Solution
8 model essays identifying problems and proposing solutions. Band 6.5-8.5.
8 EssaysAdvantages & Disadvantages
8 model essays weighing pros and cons. Includes "outweigh" question types. Band 6.5-8.5.
8 EssaysTwo-Part Questions
8 model essays answering double questions (Why + Is it positive/negative?). Band 6.5-8.5.
8 EssaysCause and Effect
6 model essays analysing causes and effects of important issues. Band 6.5-8.5.
6 EssaysTask 1 Samples by Chart Type
Study 24 model answers for different Task 1 visual types, each with data tables, band scores, and examiner feedback.
Bar Chart Samples
6 model answers for bar chart descriptions with comparison vocabulary and data grouping strategies.
6 SamplesPie Chart Samples
6 model answers using proportion vocabulary: accounted for, comprised, represented, made up.
6 SamplesTable Samples
6 model answers showing how to organise and describe complex data tables effectively.
6 SamplesMixed Charts & Diagrams
6 model answers for process diagrams, maps, and combined chart questions.
6 SamplesMore Writing Resources
Line Graph Guide
How to describe line graphs with trend vocabulary and sample answers.
Task 2 Detailed Guide
In-depth guide to all Task 2 essay types with planning and writing strategies.
AI Essay Evaluator (Beta)
Get an estimated band score and feedback on your writing using our AI tool.