Pearson Test of English (PTE)
The Pearson Test of English (PTE) is an internationally recognized English proficiency test designed to assess the English language skills of non-native speakers.
Types of PTE
PTE Academic
- The PTE Academic is designed for students looking to study in English-speaking countries or institutions. It is accepted by thousands of universities, colleges, and governments worldwide for visa and study purposes.
- The PTE Academic is designed for students looking to study in English-speaking countries or institutions. It is accepted by thousands of universities, colleges, and governments worldwide for visa and study purposes.
PTE Core
- The PTE (Pearson Test of English) Core is an English proficiency test designed to assess non-native English speakers’ ability to communicate effectively in academic and general contexts. It evaluates the four key language skills: Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing.
- The PTE (Pearson Test of English) Core is an English proficiency test designed to assess non-native English speakers’ ability to communicate effectively in academic and general contexts. It evaluates the four key language skills: Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing.
PTE Academic UKVI
- This is a specific version of PTE Academic, approved by the UK Home Office for all UK visa and immigration applications. It is identical to the PTE Academic in format and content but tailored for UK visa requirements.
PTE Academic Test Structure
The PTE Academic exam is divided into three main sections:
1. Speaking and Writing (54 – 67 minutes)
This section tests both your spoken and written English skills through tasks such as:
- Personal Introduction: Introduce yourself in a recording (not scored, but sent to institutions).
- Read Aloud: Read a text displayed on screen.
- Repeat Sentence: Listen to a sentence and repeat it.
- Describe Image: Look at an image and describe it.
- Re-tell Lecture: Listen to a lecture and summarize it in your own words.
- Answer Short Questions: Respond briefly to general knowledge questions.
- Summarize Written Text: Summarize a given text in one sentence.
- Essay (20 minutes): Write an essay on a given topic (200–300 words).
2. Reading (29 – 30 minutes)
The Reading section measures your ability to understand written English through a range of tasks:
- Multiple-choice, Single Answer: Answer questions about a passage by selecting one correct option.
- Multiple-choice, Multiple Answers: Choose more than one correct option based on the passage.
- Re-order Paragraphs: Drag and drop text boxes to arrange them in the correct order.
- Fill in the Blanks: Choose the correct word to complete a passage.
- Reading & Writing Fill in the Blanks: Choose words to fill in blanks, testing both reading and writing skills.
3. Listening (30 – 43 minutes)
The Listening section tests your ability to understand spoken English through various audio clips:
- Summarize Spoken Text: Listen to a recording and write a summary in 50-70 words.
- Multiple-choice, Single Answer: Answer a question based on a recording.
- Multiple-choice, Multiple Answers: Select more than one correct answer based on a recording.
- Fill in the Blanks: Fill in missing words in a transcript while listening to a recording.
- Highlight Correct Summary: Choose the correct summary of a given recording.
- Select Missing Word: Identify the word missing at the end of a recording.
- Highlight Incorrect Words: Identify the incorrect words in a transcription.
- Write from Dictation: Type the sentence you hear word for word.
Common Questions
You can take the PTE as many times as you want, but you must wait at least 5 days between test attempts.
PTE Academic scores are valid for 2 years from the test date
Yes, PTE is widely accepted for immigration applications, including Australia, New Zealand, and UK visa applications.
Yes, you can send your PTE Academic scores to an unlimited number of institutions for free via your Pearson account
The minimum required score varies by institution and visa type. Generally, universities require a score of 50 to 65, while immigration authorities may require scores 65 or above.
Booking the PTE Test
Booking a PTE exam is a simple process:
- Create a Pearson Account: Sign up on the PTE official website and create an account.
- Select a Test Center and Date: Choose a convenient location and available date to sit for your exam.
- Pay the Test Fee: Pay the applicable fee to confirm your booking.
- Receive Confirmation: Once booked, you will receive an email confirming your test date, time, and location.
