Prepare for Aptis | British Council Mexico

If you are taking an Aptis test, it is important that you become familiar with the format and the different types of tasks so that you can get the best performance on the day of the exam.

How long does it take to complete the Aptis test?

The total duration of the Aptis test depends on the components you are taking. The maximum time allowed for each component for the overall Aptis test is as follows:

Grammar and vocabulary: 25 minutes
Speaking: 12 minutes
Writing: 50 minutes
Reading: 35 minutes
Listening: 40 minutes

The time-frames of some components may be different if you are taking a variant of the test such as Aptis Advanced, Aptis for Teachers or Aptis for Teens. Please see the pages for each component for more information.

Preparation materials

Watch the informative videos on each of the test components and take a look at the preparation tips. You can also take a practice test and download the Candidate Guide.

To prepare more generally and for useful exercises, you can find many free resources on our LearnEnglish website where you can practice and improve your English skills.

Dos globos de conversación como ícono de la sección de gramática y vocabulario del examen Aptis

Grammar and vocabulary Aptis test

Find out how the test is structured. Read our tips, watch the video and take a demo test.

Preparación para el componente de comprensión auditiva del examen Aptis

Listening Aptis test

The Aptis Listening test focuses on different aspects of real-life listening. Find out what to expect and take a demo test.

Sección de Aptis reading, materiales de preparación.

Reading Aptis test

Find out more about the different reading task types, check our tips, watch the video and take an Aptis reading demo test.

Recursos de práctica para el examen Aptis en el British Council México

Speaking Aptis test

The Aptis speaking test assesses your ability to communicate in English in real-life situations. It takes about 12 minutes and is divided into four sections.

Recursos para familiarizarte con la sección de escritura del examen Aptis

Writing Aptis test

The Aptis Writing Test takes up to 50 minutes to complete and contains four tasks. Read our writing tips, watch the video and take an Aptis writing demo test.