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PTE - 2024
Test Format :
Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking
Duration :
3 Hours (Approximately)
Mode :
Computer Based Test with headset provided at exam centre.
Last updated - 19 October '24
PTE (Pearson Test of English) is a globally recognized and standardised English language proficiency test that assesses an individual's communication skills. It is a computer delivered exam. Over 35,000+ universities and educational institutes across the globe rely on PTE scores for providing admissions in various degree courses. The PTE exam is accepted for study applications, work visas, immigration in US, UK,, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, UAE, Singapore, etc.
Ways to take PTE exam
PTE at PTE Test Center
- In India, there are over 62 PTE test centers which are spread across major cities.
- Usually no more that 10-15 test takers are allowed in a test-center.
- Test takers must reach the test centers 30 minutes earlier to fullfill the check-in formalities.
PTE at-home Online edition
- You have the option to take the PTE test exam on a computer at an authorised IELTS testing facility.
- The Speaking is done in face-to-face with a qualified IELTS examiner.
- Test takers can take the exam in the comfort of their private space such as home or office, without going to the test-center.
- IELTS on computer results are accessible 3-5 days after the test is completed.
Main parts : PTE Academic | Time taken | Number of questions |
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Personal Introduction | 1 minute | - |
Part 1: Speaking & Writing | 54-67 minutes | 7 Question types |
Part 2: Reading & Writing | 30 minutes | 5 Question types |
Part 3: Listening | 30 minutes | 8 Question types |
Total | 2 Hour | 20 Question types |
PTE Academic:
The personal introduction :
- This is an opportunity to give your selected institutions some information about yourself. This section is not scored.
Section | Type |
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Speaking & Writing | Read aloud, Repeat sentence, Describe image, Retell lecture, Answer short question, Summarize written text and Write Essay |
Reading | Multiple choice (single answer), multiple choice (multiple answers), re-order paragraphs, reading and writing: fill in the blanks and reading: fill in the blanks |
Listening | Multiple-choice-choose multiple answers, fill in the blanks, highlight correct summary, multiple choice- single answer, select missing word, highlight incorrect words and write from dictation |
- PTE Academic, Core and PTE Academic UKVI scores are graded between 10-90.
- There is an Overall PTE score. You will also get individual scores for Speaking, Writing, Listening & Reading.
- PTE Home A1, A2 & B1 are beginner’s level of English exam. It tests 2 skills – Speaking and Listening. There is only a Pass or Fail Result.
- The exam occurs throught the year and frequently throughout every month.
- The test is conducted at over 62 Pearson Testing Centers (PTC).
- PTC Centers are available in Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, New Delhi and Chennai.
- Different PTC in different cities follow different exam dates.
- The exam can be booked 6 months in advance to avail the preferable dates.
- Some available dates for month of November, December, January 2024 are:
4,7,13,15,16,19,20,21,23,27,28,5,12,19,26, 3,9,15,23,31.
Salient Features of PTE coaching at Edwise
- 30 hours of intensive and comprehensive coaching for PTE.
- Cambridge IELTS, official publication, issued as courseware. - We give PTE practice test plus as courseware.
- Maximum 10-15 students per batch, which personalizes each session of the PTE exam preparation.
- Equal focus on all facets of the test (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking)
- Qualified, experienced and trained faculties
- 3 full-length mock tests
- Facility of shifting to any branch throughout India
- We Conduct both online and offline sessions
Timing
- Weekdays: Tuesday to Friday, 2 hours per day
- Weekends: Saturday and Sunday, 4 hours per day
- Fast track mode: Tuesday to Sunday, 4 hours per day
- Score Validity : 2 years
- Score Declared : 2 working days
- Registration Mode : Edwise Centre / Online
- Rescheduling Fee : 25% of the test fees
- Mode of payment : PTE Voucher (Cash)/ Credit card / Debit card
- Test Administration Frequency : On fixed date
- Test Repetition Policy : Exam can be rescheduled 5 days after the last test appointment.
- Score Reporting time : usually within 48 hours.
- Score Reporting is free in PTE not before 48 hours.
- Official Website : www.pearsonpte.com
PTE Exam Fees
- Test Fee : ₹17,000/-
- Late Fee : ₹17,850/-
- Extra Score Reporting Fee : No Fee
FAQs
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In which format universities accept PTE result?
Universities accept PTE result through the official PTE portal (www.pearsonpte.com) or through student’s Score Report Code, which is a unique id. It must be kept in mind that universities do not accept the hard copy or pdf version of student’s PTE scorecard. You can directly e-mail this score report from your account on PearsonPTE website to universities and colleges.
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Will the PTE score card be e-mailed to me or sent by courier
in form of hard copy ?
Your score card will become available to you through your “mypte” account on PearsonPTE website. It is not e-mailed to you directly nor any hard copy is sent.
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What is Competent, Good and Excellent PTE score ?
Competent PTE Score - above 60
Good PTE Score – beween 65 -75
Excellent PTE Score - above 75 -
How can I get started with your PTE test preparation coaching?
Contact us or visit any of our offices near you to get all the information you require about PTE preparation.
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How do I prepare for PTE exam ?
Edwise’s PTE classes provide 30 hours of intensive training for clearing the PTE exam.