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PTE

Pearson Test of English Academic

Fast Results. Unbiased AI Scoring. Global Recognition.

10 – 90

Score

2 Years

Validity

48 Hours

Result Time

~2 Hours

Duration

Overview

Why PTE?

PTE Academic is a computer-based English language test that uses AI scoring — completely free from human bias. It is accepted by thousands of universities and colleges worldwide and is officially approved for Australian and New Zealand visa applications. PTE Academic is known for its speed, with results typically available within 48 hours.

📌 PTE Academic is approved by the UK Home Office for student visa applications and by the Australian Department of Home Affairs (DHA), making it one of the fastest-growing English tests globally.

Who Can Apply

Eligibility

Students applying to universities and colleges in Australia, UK, Canada, USA and New Zealand.

Anyone aged 16 or above. Those under 18 require written parental/guardian consent.

Students applying for Australian or New Zealand student visas.

Professionals seeking skilled migration to Australia or New Zealand.

Students targeting graduate and postgraduate programs internationally.

Anyone who wants fast, objective and unbiased AI-scored results.

Students applying to business schools, engineering programs, and medical colleges abroad.

Test Structure

Exam Format

Speaking & Writing (Part 1)

Personal Introduction (not scored)
Read Aloud – read a text passage aloud
Repeat Sentence – repeat what you hear
Describe Image – describe an image in detail
Re-tell Lecture – retell a lecture recording
Answer Short Questions
Summarize Written Text – one sentence summary
Write Essay – 200–300 words in 20 minutes

Reading (Part 2)

Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks
Multiple Choice – Multiple Answers
Re-order Paragraphs
Fill in the Blanks (Reading only)
Multiple Choice – Single Answer

Listening (Part 3)

Summarize Spoken Text – 50–70 word summary
Multiple Choice – Multiple Answers
Fill in the Blanks from audio
Highlight Correct Summary
Multiple Choice – Single Answer
Select Missing Word
Highlight Incorrect Words
Write from Dictation

Scoring Breakdown

Communicative Skills: Listening, Reading, Speaking, Writing (10–90 each)
Enabling Skills: Grammar, Oral Fluency, Pronunciation, Spelling, Vocabulary, Written Discourse
Overall Score: 10–90
Most universities require 50–65; top schools require 65–79

Scores & Validity

Scoring Information

Score Range

10 to 90 for each skill and overall

Result Time

Usually within 48 hours, sometimes faster

Test Duration

Approximately 2 hours (computer-based, at a test center)

Retakes

Unlimited attempts. Must wait 5 days between tests

Expert Advice

Preparation Tips

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PTE Speaking tasks are timed — practice speaking at a steady, confident pace.

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For "Write from Dictation" — practice your typing speed as well as listening.

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PTE uses AI scoring: fluency, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary all matter equally.

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Summarize Spoken Text requires both good listening and concise writing in 10 minutes.

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The Read Aloud task contributes to both your Speaking AND Reading scores.

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Use the official PTE Practice app for the most accurate mock test experience.

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