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PTE Overview

PTE Full Form – Pearson Tests of English

What is the PTE exam?

PTE Academic is an English language test for international study and immigration.

The PTE exam has two categories:

1. PTE Academic
2. PTE Home

Why take the PTE Academic Exam?

PTE Academic is a fully computerized, online English language test for international education and immigration purposes. This test is powered by AI technology and unlike the conventional grading system, the PTE grading is completely objective and free from human biases.

PTE Exam Booking

PTE Account Registration and PTE Exam Registration

Steps to register for the PTE exam:

  • Open a web account on the official PTE Academic Website or log in to a previously created account.
  • Once you create an account, fill in all the details carefully, including your passport details.
  • Next, you can choose the test centre, date and time that is convenient for you.
  • You can proceed with the payment after filling in all the details.
  • You will receive an acknowledgment receipt once the payment is made.

PTE Academic Exam Highlights

Exam Name
PTE Exam
PTE Full Form
Pearson Test of English
Types of PTE Exam
The PTE exam has two categories:
1. PTE Academic
2. PTE Home
What is the PTE exam for?
Pearson Tests of English (PTE) Academic is an English language test for international study and immigration.
In which countries is the PTE certification accepted?
PTE is widely accepted in countries such as Australia, the USA, the UK, Ireland, Singapore, Canada, New Zealand, France, Germany, Spain and Italy.
PTE Exam Format
                                             PTE Academic test format has three components:
                                                                    Part 1: Speaking & Writing
                                                                    Part 2: Reading
                                                                    Part 3: Listening
Who conducts PTE?
The PTE exam is conducted by the Pearson VUE (Virtual User Environment).
What is the official website for PTE?
https://pearsonpte.com/
How much does the PTE Exam Fee cost?
The PTE exam fee is USD 170 + 15%tax and bank charge.
PTE Helpline
0120-6679008

PTE Exam Dates 2023

 

Months 

Dates 

January 

6,13,19,20,27

February 

3,10,17,24

March 

3,10,17,24,31

April 

3,6,7,8,10,13,15,17,20,21,24,27,28,29

May 

1,5,6,11,12,13,15,18,19,20,25,26,27,29

June 

2,3,5,8,9,10,12,14,15,16,17,19,21,22,23,24,26,29,30

July 

7,14,27,28

August 

4,11,18,25

September 

Entire month

October 

1,3,4,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,19,20,21,22,23,27,28,29,30,31

November 

Entire month except 8

December 

Entire month

PTE Exam Eligibility

There are no specific eligibility requirements given by Pearson to take up the PTE test.

1. What is the qualification to take the PTE test?

There are no specific educational qualification requirements to be eligible for the test.

2. What is the age limit to take the PTE test?

The candidate must be at least 16 years of age and those who are below 18 must possess a parental consent form to be eligible.

3. What is the number of attempts to take the PTE test?

There are no restrictions on the number of times a candidate can attempt the exam.

4. In which countries is the PTE certification valid?

The PTE certificate is widely recognized in countries like Canada, Australia, the USA, the UK, Ireland, Singapore, New Zealand, France, Germany, Spain and Italy.

PTE Exam Preparation Tips:

  • Whether you plan to join a PTE coaching center or prepare for the PTE exam on your own, it is important that you work hard consistently.
  • There are multiple resources on the internet to help you prepare better.
  • Apart from the online resources, you could also make use of the coursebooks.
  • Don’t wait till the exam nears you. The sooner you start preparing, the easier it will be for you to ace the exam.

PTE Preparation Time

With consistent practice, it takes between 4 and 6 weeks to prepare for the PTE test.

How can one prepare for the PTE exam at home?

  • Make use of the resources available on the official PTE website.
  • Make it a habit to regularly read books, newspapers, magazines and academic journals.
  • Join online English-speaking groups.
  • Join an online PTE coaching center.

PTE Syllabus

PTE Speaking and PTE Writing (77 – 93 minutes):

 

  • Personal Introduction
  • Reading out loud
  • Repeating Sentences
  • Describing images
  • Re-telling lectures
  • Answering brief questions
  • Summarizing given texts
  • Essay writing

PTE Reading (32 – 40 minutes):

 

  • Fill in the blanks
  • Multiple choice question and answers (choosing a single answer and multiple answers)
  • Rearranging the jumbled sentences

PTE Listening (45 – 57 minutes):

  • The listening section consists of the following:
  • Summarizing the audio content
  • Multiple choice questions and answers (single answer and multiple answers)
  • Fill in the blanks
  • Highlighting the correct summary
  • Choosing the missing word
  • Highlighting the incorrect word
  • Writing from dictation

PTE Academic Speaking and Writing

PTE Personal Introduction
With 25 seconds of preparation time, you will have to read out a prompt and record your personal details within 30 seconds. These details are later sent to schools.
PTE Read aloud
You will be given a transcript. You will have read the text on the transcript out loud. If you pause for more than 3 seconds, the recording will be stopped.
PTE Repeating sentences
Audio will be played. You will have to repeat the audio within 15 seconds.
PTE Image Description
You will be shown an image. After observing it for 25 seconds, you will have to describe it in your own words.
PTE Retell lecture
Listen to the lecture and summarize it in your words.
PTE Respond to a short question
Listen to the audio and respond to it with single or multiple words.
PTE Summarize in a single sentence
Read the given passage and summarize the important points within 75 words in 10 minutes.
PTE Essay writing
Write an essay in about 200 – 300 words in 20 minutes.

 

PTE Results & Scores

PTE Score Chart

PTE SCORE
DESCRIPTION
85 and above
  • Can read and comprehend with ease.
  • Can easily understand spoken English.
  • Can summarize details from various audio sources and written texts.
  • Can express self coherently.
  • Can converse with clarity in complex situations.
Between 76 and 84
  • Can comprehend a range of complex texts with their implicit meaning.
  • Can express themselves without any difficulty.
  • Can communicate effectively for social, academic and professional purposes.
Between 59 and 75
  • Can comprehend the main concepts of a complex text.
  • Can communicate with fluency and spontaneity without much difficulty.
Between 51 and 58
  • Can communicate with sufficient command over the language, but makes many errors.
  • Can easily understand standard spoken language.
  • Can share factual information about everyday matters with a certain confidence.
  • Can comprehend most of the details from recorded and broadcast resources.
Between 43 and 50
  • Can comprehend standard language encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.
  • Can tackle common situations that might arise in places where the language is spoken.
Between 30 and 42
  • Can comprehend phrases and commonly used expressions that are of relevant topics including personal information, shopping, local geography and employment.
  • Can communicate in simple terms their personal background and immediate environment.
Between 10 and 29
  • Can comprehend basic everyday phrases and expressions.
  • Can introduce himself/herself and pose simple questions to others.
  • Can interact with people.
 

PTE vs. IELTS Band Score Comparison

PTE Band Score
IELTS Band Score
86 and above
9
83-85
8.5
79-82
8
73-78
7.5
65-72
7
59-64
6.5
51-58
6
43-50
5.5
35-42
5
30-34
4.5

FAQs

The PTE test for Australia assesses the candidate’s English-language skills for Australian visa applications.
 
The Pearson Tests of English (PTE) Academic can be taken up by anyone who wishes to move to an English-speaking country for international study and immigration purposes.
 

The PTE exam has two categories:

  1. PTE Academic
  2. PTE Home

PTE is widely accepted in countries such as Australia, the USA, the UK, Ireland, Singapore, Canada, New Zealand, France, Germany, Spain and Italy.

 

The PTE exam fee is  $170+15% tax+bank charge

 

While IELTS can be taken both online and offline, the PTE exam can only be taken online.

 
 

No, both PTE and IELTS are of the same difficulty level.

 

PTE Academic certificates are valid for two years from the day results are issued. If a student wishes to prove their eligibility after two years, they will have to retake the exam.

 

PTE Academic test format has three components:

Part 1: Speaking & Writing

Part 2: Reading

Part 3: Listening

 

The PTE exam syllabus is as follows:

  • Speaking and Writing – This section includes a personal introduction, reading given passages out loud, describing images, short answer questions, summarizing given text and essay writing.
  • Reading – The Reading section consists of multiple-choice questions, rearranging passages in sequential order and filling in the blanks.

The PTE exam syllabus is as follows:

  • Speaking and Writing – This section includes a personal introduction, reading given passages out loud, describing images, short answer questions, summarizing given text and essay writing.
  • Reading – The Reading section consists of multiple-choice questions, rearranging passages in sequential order and filling in the blanks.

Different universities have different minimum score requirements for PTE. 

 

The PTE test scores can be viewed online. When the result is available, you will be notified via mail. You can then log into Pearson VUE and view your score by clicking on View Score.

 
 

The PTE exam results will be available within five  official days from the actual test date. The candidate will receive a notification via the Pearson web account when the result is available.

 
 

Pearson does not have any restrictions on the number of times a candidate can take the exam.

 
 

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