PTE

Your fast, fair, and flexible path to proving your English language skills for study and migration worldwide.

What is PTE Academic? Simple and Clear.

Are you dreaming of studying at a top university abroad, or planning to move to a country like Australia, the UK, or Canada? You'll likely need to show you can communicate effectively in English.

PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a leading, computer-based English language test designed to assess your real-life English communication skills. It's fully accepted by thousands of institutions and governments worldwide, offering you a quick and accurate way to achieve your international goals.

Why Choose PTE Academic?

PTE Academic stands out for several reasons, making it a popular choice for many:

• Fast Results: Get your scores typically within 2 to 5 business days, sometimes even faster!

• Flexible Booking: Test slots are available 365 days a year, often with short notice, so you can choose a time that suits you.

• Computer-Based: The entire test is taken on a computer. This means no worrying about examiner bias, and the scoring is highly objective and accurate.

• Globally Accepted: Recognized by universities, colleges, and governments for visa applications in countries like Australia, New Zealand, the UK, USA, Canada, and more.

Understanding the PTE Academic Test

PTE Academic is a single, integrated test taken in one sitting. It lasts approximately 2 hours, and it assesses your speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills.

The test is divided into three main parts:

Part 1: Speaking & Writing (54-67 minutes)

This section is the longest and combines your ability to speak and write in English. You'll encounter various question types, including:

• Personal Introduction: A short, ungraded recording about yourself.

• Read Aloud: Read text displayed on the screen.

• Repeat Sentence: Listen to a sentence and repeat it exactly.

• Describe Image: Describe an image (like a graph or picture) in detail.

• Re-tell Lecture: Listen to a lecture and then summarize it in your own words.

• Answer Short Question: Answer a simple question with a few words.

• Summarize Written Text: Read a passage and write a one-sentence summary.

• Write Essay: Write a 200-300 word essay on a given topic.

• Our Tip: Speak clearly and at a natural pace. For writing, pay attention to grammar, spelling, and sentence structure.

Part 2: Reading (29-30 minutes)

This section tests your reading comprehension through a variety of tasks:

• Fill in the Blanks (Reading & Writing): Choose the correct words to complete a text.

• Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers: Select all correct answers from a list.

• Re-order Paragraphs: Put jumbled sentences back into the correct order.

• Fill in the Blanks (Reading): Drag and drop words to complete a text.

• Multiple Choice, Single Answer: Select one correct answer from a list.

• Our Tip: Time management is crucial! Scan for keywords and main ideas before diving into details.

Part 3: Listening (30-43 minutes)

The final section evaluates your ability to understand spoken English. You'll listen to recordings and answer questions.

• Summarize Spoken Text: Listen to a short lecture and write a 50-70 word summary.

• Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers: Select all correct answers based on a recording.

• Fill in the Blanks: Type the missing words as you listen to an audio.

• Highlight Correct Summary: Choose the best summary from options after listening.

• Multiple Choice, Single Answer: Select one correct answer from a list.

• Select Missing Word: Listen to an audio, and select the missing word that completes it.

• Highlight Incorrect Words: Identify words in a transcript that differ from the audio.

• Write from Dictation: Listen to a sentence and type it exactly.

• Our Tip: Take notes while listening, especially for details and keywords.

How is PTE Academic Scored?

PTE Academic provides an overall score from $10 to $90. You also receive scores for each of the four main communication skills (listening, reading, speaking, writing) and for sub-skills (like grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation).

The scoring is entirely automated, ensuring fairness and consistency. There's no pass or fail; the score you need depends on the requirements of the institution or immigration authority you are applying to.

Your Journey Starts Here!

PTE Academic offers a modern, efficient way to prove your English language proficiency and move closer to your international study or migration goals.