e-TEP Writing Guide: Two Tasks, Word Limits and Integrated Writing
Task one receives 15 minutes and task two 30 minutes. Candidates must meet the minimum word count shown for each task; time or length cannot be borrowed from the other task.
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e-TEP Writing Guide: Two Tasks, Word Limits and Integrated Writing brings the current official structure together with the practical actions a candidate should take. e-TEP is ÖSYM’s computer-delivered four-skill English proficiency test. It measures reading, listening, speaking and writing in alignment with the CEFR, with particular emphasis on educational and professional language use.
In brief
Task one receives 15 minutes and task two 30 minutes. Candidates must meet the minimum word count shown for each task; time or length cannot be borrowed from the other task.
Current official framework
Because task two may include listening input, notes should capture relationships between sources, not only separate main ideas. The response should synthesise rather than copy and should maintain a clear structure.
| Task / part | What it measures or requires |
|---|---|
| Task 1 | 15 minutes; a shorter response meeting the minimum word count shown on screen. |
| Task 2 | 30 minutes; a longer response that may integrate reading, listening and/or visual input; a headset is required. |
Turning the format into preparation
Separate planning, drafting and controlled revision time, and use the scoring criteria during planning rather than only after writing.
Actionable preparation plan
- Identify purpose, audience, required sources and word/time limits before drafting.
- Give each paragraph one function: claim, explanation, evidence, comparison or conclusion.
- Distribute all four skills across the week, with regular production for Speaking/Writing and timed evidence work for Reading/Listening.
- Split revision into four passes: content coverage, cohesion, lexical choice and grammar.
- Use formulaic language only where it carries meaning; off-topic memorised material can reduce task fulfilment.
- Replicate e-TEP conditions such as single playback, microphone use and integrated sources in practice.
Common mistakes for this topic
- Missing the task type, audience or source-use requirement.
- Adding words at the expense of a clear position and paragraph purpose.
- Adding new content until the final second without revision time.
- Postponing Speaking and Writing production while practising only objective items.
Quick self-check for e-TEP
If you cannot evidence all three points in your e-TEP preparation, repair the current study process before adding more resources.
- I identify task and audience before drafting.
- Each paragraph has one clear function.
- I reserve fixed revision time.
Frequently asked questions
Is word count more important than content?
Both are task requirements. Reaching a limit does not compensate for incomplete task coverage or weak organisation.
How much revision time should I leave?
Set a fixed final-review allowance and divide it across content, cohesion, lexical choice and grammar.