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Master and certify your English language skills with the PTE test without any stress. Widely accepted in more than 3,500 institutes worldwide for study, work, and employment purposes.

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Type of Exam
Validity
Conducting Body
Pearson PLC group
Mode
Online
Exam Fee
Rs 17,000
Accepting Countries
UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, etc.
Duration
2 hours
Validity
2 years

Overview

The Pearson Test of English (PTE) is a computer-based English language proficiency test used to assess non-native English speakers’ ability in academic and general English for study, work, and migration purposes. The PTE score is validated all over the world, including countries such as USA, UK, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, and Singapore

Why Take PTE?

Computer Based & AI Scored

The test is scored using AI, ensuring 100% fairness. No human examiners, making it ideal for those who prefer a tech-based assessment.

Unlimited Test Report

Send your PTE scores to unlimited universities for free of cost. Select your preferred university, and your scores will be sent directly to them

Unbiased Scoring

AI-based evaluation ensures consistent and accurate scoring. Speaking and writing sections are assessed objectively

Accepted for Migration & PR

PTE Academic is also accepted for Australian & New Zealand permanent residency applications. Preferred for skilled migration visas.

Types of PTE Exams

  • PTE Academic

    PTE Academic is a fully computer-based and AI-scored test. It is attempted for university admissions in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Europe, and New Zealand.

  • PTE Academic Online

    The PTE Academic Online closely resembles the PTE Academic in terms of format, scoring, and difficulty level. It can be taken from home with AI-based proctoring.

  • PTE Core

    The PTE Core is specifically designed for Canada PR and work visa applications. It assesses English skills needed for professional and daily life.

Exam Format

  • Test Centre (Online)

    You will be provided with a dedicated desk and computer screen at the test center, ensuring a structured and distraction-free environment to attempt the exam under traditional testing conditions.

  • Home (Online)

    You can attempt the test in the comfort of your home. You just require a computer system, a desk, and a table to fulfill the need for suitable testing conditions

PTE Exam Pattern

The PTE exam is approximately 2 hours long. It assesses the test taker’s proficiency in English across four key skills: Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening.

Speaking & Writing

The speaking and writing section evaluates both the spoken and written English skills of the test takers.

7 Tasks - 54-67 minutes

  • Contains a total of 7 different tasks to be completed within 54-67 minutes.
  • Includes a personal introduction, reading aloud, repeating sentences, describing images, re-tell lectures, summarisation of written text, and essays.
  • Mimics academic and workplace scenarios.
  • The evaluation is conducted by an AI.

Reading

The reading section of the PTE exam evaluates the test taker's ability to read and analyse texts

5 Questions - 29-30 minutes

  • It measures how well a test taker can interpret academic-level content.
  • The question types include fill-in-the-blanks, multiple choice, multiple answers, re-order and arranging paragraphs, multiple choice, and single answer
  • The difficulty level of this section is based on performance in the previous section.
  • Some questions carry negative marking

Listening

The listening section of the PTE exam assesses listening and comprehension skills.

8 Questions - 29-30 minutes

  • The questions are based on audio or video clips, which play once.
  • This includes summarisation of spoken text, multiple choice answers, fill in the blanks, highlight correct summary, multiple choice, single answer, select missing word
  • Exposes test takers to various English-speaking accents.
  • May have negative marking.

PTE Exam Fees

The PTE exam fees depend on the type of test. Cancelling the test 14 days or more before the exam entitles you to a full refund. Cancellations made between 13 to 8 days prior result in a 50% refund, while those 7 days or less before the test date are non-refundable.

Type of Exam
Fees
PTE Academic, PTE Core & PTE Academic Online
Rs. 17,000
PTE Home A1, A2 & B1
Rs. 14,435

PTE Exam Dates 2025

PTE exam dates depend on the type of test. The test dates are available throughout the year, offering candidates flexibility

Exam Format
Exam Dates
PTE Academic
Conducted 365 days a year
PTE Core
Dates may vary depending on the centre
PTE Academic UKVI
Dates may vary depending on the centre
PTE Home A1, A2 & B1
Once or twice a week, depending on the location

PTE Exam Band Score and Result

The PTE exam score ranges from 10 to 90, which reflect your English proficiency level, similar to other test

PTE Score Range
Proficiency Level
Description
85-90
Expert
A PTE score of 85-90 reflects expert proficiency, indicating exceptional command of English across all communication skills.
Very good
PTE score in the upper advanced band shows strong English skills, clear, fluent speaking, and good vocabulary understanding.
59-75
Good
This score in the high intermediate band shows good English skills, clear understanding, decent fluency, and effective basic communication
This range shows you have basic English skills, so you can talk, write, and understand simple ideas in daily life
Modest
This score shows you have basic English skills, so you can understand simple words, ask easy questions, and talk about everyday things
30-42
Limited
Achieving this score reflects a beginner’s grasp of English, allowing you to understand very simple words and express basic ideas
10-29
Very Limited
This score means you know only a few English words and can say very simple sentences

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many times can I take the PTE test?

You can appear in the PTE test multiple times a month. However, you can only take the test up to 12 times a year.

There is no fixed syllabus for the PTE test. The individual sections (speaking and writing, listening, and reading) assess the candidate’s English language proficiency skills, such as the ability to read, write, and comprehend the language in academic and professional contexts.

You can apply for the PTE test by visiting the official website of Pearson PLC Group.

The PTE test score is accepted by more than 3,500 institutes all over the world, including the top universities in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, etc.

After completing the PTE test, you will likely receive the result within 24-48 hours. In some cases, it might take up to 5 working days.

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