The Full form of PTE is Pearson Test of English. It is a computer-based test that evaluates a candidate’s proficiency in the English language. Here you can view all about PTE Exam Details like Eligibility, Registration Process, Fees, Test Dates, Colleges, Pattern, Syllabus, Results, Scores
What is PTE?
PTE (Pearson’s English Proficiency Test) is also called PTE Academic or PTE-A, designed specifically for the students who want to study abroad. PTE is accepted by various institutes in UK, US, Australia, Spain, France, China and many other countries. The purpose of this exam is to confirm adaptability of non-native English speakers in a foreign environment and education system. PTE Exam is a multi-level test like IELTS, TOEFL & TOEIC. See PTE Exam Details from below paragraphs.
PTE Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants should be minimum 16 years of age
- Applicants who are between 16-17 years of age need to produce certificates of parental consent to appear in the exam
PTE Exam Fee
- The PTE Exam Fees in India is Rs. 10,900/-.
- An additional late fee equal to 25% of the above cost is also applicable.
- For any cancellation, no money is refunded.
Test Syllabus or Structure
PTE Syllabus is very easy to cover following 4 sections
- Reading
- Listening
- Writing
- Speaking
PTE Exam Pattern
The patterns for PTE Academic & General are different. Below are the patterns for both.
PTE Academic Pattern
- The Test is made up of 3 main parts: Speaking and Writing (together), Listening and Reading.
- Meanwhile, questions will be asked across 20 formats, including multiple-choice, essay writing and interpreting information.
- You have 3 hours to answer
PTE General Pattern
| Sections | Type of questions | Time |
| Speaking & Writing | Reading Multiple choice questions (x2) Re-order paragraphs Fill in the blanks (x2) | 77-93 min |
| Reading | Speaking & Writing Personal Introduction Read aloud Repeat sentence Describe image Re-tell lecture Answer short question One sentence Paragraph Essay (20mins) | 31-41 min |
| 10-minute break is optional | ||
| Listening | Summarize spoken text Multiple choices x2 Fill the blanks Highlight the correct summary Select missing word Highlight incorrect words Write from dictation | 45-57 min |
PTE Exam Details – Location and Dates
PTE Academic test centers located in over 50 countries worldwide and can be taken on any date of the year, subject to availability of seats in the desired center.
- PTE in Australia
- PTE in New Zealand
- PTE in India
- PTE in UK
- PTE in USA
- PTE in Canada
- PTE in Other Countries
Click here to fill PTE Application form
Scoring Pattern
The PTE test is scored against the Global Scale of English, giving you an accurate print of the performance of the test-taker on a scale of 10 – 90. PTE test scores are accepted by Australian Government for Visa applications. Candidates can also send their scores to a number of colleges/ institutions free of charge.
Colleges accepting PTE:
- MBA Colleges Accepting PTE
- MS Colleges Accepting PTE
- Tech/BE Colleges Accepting PTE