PTE Academic is a computer-based test which assesses the Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing abilities of non-native speakers of English who need to demonstrate their academic English capability – often to obtain places at English-speaking universities, higher education institutions or as proof of their language ability for a visa application. The test is accepted in 3000 courses worldwide UK, Australia, USA, etc.
TEST FORMAT
There are 20 different types of tasks. Some tasks will test integrated skills (e.g. reading AND speaking).
| Section No. | Sections | Questions | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Speaking and writing | 40 questions | 40 minutes |
| 2 | Reading | ### | ### |
| 3 | Break (The break is optional.) | 3 passages ( 40 questions) | 60 minutes |
| 4 | Listening Module | 3 passages ( 40 questions) | 60 minutes |
The timings shown are variable. The test will always last 3 hours in total.
PTE Academic is 3 hours long and is split into timed parts. When the time is up on the section, the test will move on automatically.
SCORING
Overall score is a mark out of 90. The good score of 65 which is a good indication of your English language ability in real-life academic situations.
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Score Validity : 2 years
Registration Mode : Online
Mode of payment : Credit card / PTE Voucher (cash)
Test fee: 13,300/-
Nature of Test : Computer Based Test
Score Reporting time : approximately 5 days
Official Website : www.pearsonpte.com
Rescheduling Fee : 25% of the test feeswww.pearsonpte.com
Test Administration Frequency : On fixed date
Test Repetition Policy : Next available date
Extra Score Reporting Fee : No fee