TOEFL iBT Beginner Guide

Test structure, five common beginner mistakes, and a 4-week roadmap for first-time TOEFL prep.

This beginner guide covers the official 2026 overview: Reading 50 items (about 30 min), Listening 47 (about 29 min), Writing 12 (about 23 min), Speaking 11 (about 8 min), with official section and overall scores on a 1–6 scale.

Beyond five common mistakes and a 4-week roadmap, set a realistic target from your diagnostic score and study 60–90 focused minutes daily. Start with the free diagnostic mock test.