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PTE

PTE

PTE (Pearson Test of English) is the English language test which is also used to evaluate the English proficiency of students as IELTS. This test is highly accepted by the universities, colleges and governments around the world and is the most unbiased proof of applicant’s English proficiency. It is a computer-based test and is of 3 hours duration. The test is categorized into three parts i.e. Speaking and writing (together), listening and reading. Other than the unbiased approach to testing, the test has many advantages:

  • Unbiased Scoring
  • Flexible testing & fast results.
  • Send your score unlimited times for free.

The total time allotted for this test is 3 hours and 10 minutes. PTE also has academic and general training.

Test format

These sections tests a candidate’s spoken English as well as the English writing skills in an academic environment. The candidates need to use correct grammar and spellings while writing their responses to the given questions.. The candidates are given 77 to 93 minutes of time to complete the Speaking & Writing section.

Listening is the final section of the PTE test. The questions included in this section are based on audio or video clips played just once for the candidates taking the test. So, they need to listen to the clips very carefully and make notes as well. The audio or video clips are generally of 60-90 seconds and the candidates get 10 minutes to write their response in 50-70 words.

This section assesses the reading skills of the candidates with a set of different questions such as multiple-choice, re-order paragraphs and fill in the blanks. The reading segment is 32 to 41 minutes long and evaluates the candidate’s understanding of written information in the English language. The candidates are advised to read the questions carefully and answer accordingly.
PTE Scoring