VEPT Practice Test 2026: Free Versant English Placement Test Mock Exam
Practise every part of the Versant English Placement Test (VEPT) with real timing, original questions and an instant estimated GSE score and CEFR level. Free, with no sign-up.
What is the Versant English Placement Test (VEPT)?
The Versant English Placement Test (VEPT) is an online English test by Pearson that measures everyday English at a natural pace. It checks your speaking, listening, reading and writing in about 50 minutes, and your answers are scored automatically.
Schools, colleges and companies use the VEPT for admission, placement into the right class or role, and to track progress. If an employer or college has asked you to take the Versant test and it covers general English, it is usually the VEPT.
VEPT test format: all 9 parts
The VEPT has 9 parts. Practise each one on its own with real timing, or take a full timed mock test.
| Part | What you do | Skills | Practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| A. Read Aloud | Read a short passage aloud exactly as written. | SpeakingReading | Practise free → |
| B. Repeat | Listen to a sentence and repeat it exactly. | Speaking | Practise free → |
| C. Sentence Builds | Hear three short phrases in random order and say them as one correct sentence. | Speaking | Practise free → |
| D. Conversations | Listen to a short conversation, then answer a question with a word or short phrase. | Listening | Practise free → |
| E. Typing | Type as much of a passage as you can in 60 seconds. | Typing | Practise free → |
| F. Sentence Completion | Type one word that best completes the sentence. | Reading | Practise free → |
| G. Dictation | Listen to a sentence once and type it word for word. | ListeningWriting | Practise free → |
| H. Passage Reconstruction | Read a passage for 30 seconds, then rewrite it in your own words in 90 seconds. | Writing | Practise free → |
| I. Summary & Opinion | Read a passage, summarise the author’s view, then give your own opinion. | ReadingWriting | Practise free → |
See every part with sample questions in our guide: Versant test pattern and sample questions.
Want the official details? Read Pearson’s Versant English Placement Test description and validation report (PDF).
How the VEPT is scored
You get an overall score and scores for speaking, listening, reading and writing on Pearson’s Global Scale of English (GSE), from 10 to 90, with the matching CEFR level (A1–C2).
| GSE score | CEFR level |
|---|---|
| 43–58 | B1 (intermediate) |
| 59–75 | B2 (upper intermediate) |
| 76–84 | C1 (advanced) |
Each organisation sets its own minimum score, so check what yours needs.
How to prepare for the VEPT
- Take a full VEPT mock test to find your weakest part.
- Practise that part every day with real timing.
- In Repeat and Sentence Builds, listen for meaning, not single words.
- Speak at a steady, natural pace and never stay silent.
- In Typing and Dictation, keep a few seconds to check spelling.
- Follow our 7-day Versant preparation plan.
VEPT or VPET: which test are you taking?
| VEPT (Placement) | VPET (Professional) | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | General English, study, entry-level roles | Workplace English, office and customer-facing roles |
| Parts | 9 | 10 (includes email writing) |
| Time | About 50 minutes | About 60 minutes |
Taking the professional test instead? See our VPET practice test page.
VEPT questions
What does VEPT stand for?
VEPT stands for Versant English Placement Test, an English test by Pearson that measures speaking, listening, reading and writing.
How long is the VEPT?
About 50 minutes, with 9 parts. Allow a few extra minutes to check your headset and microphone.
Is this VEPT practice test free?
Yes. All 9 parts and the full VEPT mock test on Versant English Lab are free, with no sign-up.
Are these real VEPT questions?
No. Every question is original and written to match the official VEPT question types and timing. Your estimated score is a guide, and your official score may be different.
How do I book the official VEPT?
Register through our Register page. The official test costs SGD 75 and you take it online from home, in any country.
More answers on our Versant test FAQ.
Ready to practise for the VEPT?
Start a free timed mock test now, then book the official Versant test when you feel confident.
Versant English Lab is an independent practice website and is not affiliated with Pearson. Versant is a trademark of Pearson. Practice questions are original and not real test questions.