PTE Academic Test
COURSE CONTENT
The PTE test is an English language proficiency test that is accepted by over 3000 colleges and universities in Australia, New Zealand and the UK. The test consists of 53-74 multiple choice questions. PTE results are published 48 hours after the test. The PTE score ranges from 10 to 90 points. The validity of PTE tests is two years. PTE registration is done on the official website. Create an account, complete the profile, select the PTE test center and date, and pay the registration fee. The full name of PTE is “Pearson Test of English” and it’s divided into three main exams.
PTE Exam Pattern
The machine that scores the PTE tests is unbiased and objective. The candidate receives a detailed report, including an overall score between 0 and 90 and a detailed skills profile. This profile of skills includes scores that are independent for both communicative and enabling skills.
Listening, reading, and writing are all included in the score for communication skills. Oral fluency, written discourses, vocabulary, grammar and spelling are all elements that fall under the category of enabling skills.
The sub-skills are scored from 10 to 90 points depending on how you perform. The PTE test is accepted by most universities and for visa purposes, in New Zealand and Australia.
Speaking and Writing
78 – 93 Minutes
Personal Introduction, Repeat sentence, Read Aloud, Describe image, Answer short questions, Re-tell lecture, Essay (20 mins), and Summaries written text.
Reading
32 – 40 Minutes
Multiple choice (choose single answer), Multiple choice (choose multiple answers), Re-order paragraphs, Reading (Complete the blanks), Reading and writing (Complete the blanks) (10-minute break optional)
Listening
45 – 58 Minutes
Summarise spoken text, Fill in the blanks, Multiple choice (Choose multiple answers), Highlighting the correct summary, Multiple choice (Choose single answer), Select missing word, Highlight incorrect words and Write from dictation.
FAQ
How many times can I take GMAT?
GMAT may be taken up to 8 times, with the gap being 16 calendar days in between the two tests. The test can be taken the test just 5 times in a calendar year.
How long are PTE scores valid?
PTE Academic Scores are valid up to 2 years after the date of the test. The PTE score is automatically removed from the website after two years.
Are PTE scores accepted globally?
The PTE score is accepted as proof of English proficiency by many institutions, universities and organizations around the world.
