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PTE Academic is a computer-based English test from Pearson. It is scored by AI, results usually arrive within about 2 days, and it is accepted by universities worldwide and for visas in Australia, the UK, New Zealand and more.
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At a glance
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducted by | Pearson |
| Duration | About 2 hours |
| Sections | Speaking & Writing, Reading, Listening |
| Score scale | 10–90 |
| Fee in India | Around ₹18,000 (check Pearson PTE for the current fee) |
| Results | Typically within 2 days |
| Validity | 2 years (for most institutions) |
| Visa use | Australia, UK (PTE Academic UKVI), New Zealand and others |
PTE Academic combines skills in many tasks — for example, a single task may score both Reading and Speaking.
PTE Academic UKVI is the version for UK visa routes that need a Secure English Language Test.
Exam pattern
| Part | Duration | Task examples | Skills |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speaking & Writing | About 54–67 minutes | Read aloud, repeat sentence, describe image, summarise text, essay | Speaking, writing, integrated |
| Reading | About 29–30 minutes | Fill in the blanks, reorder paragraphs, multiple choice | Reading |
| Listening | About 30–43 minutes | Summarise spoken text, highlight incorrect words, write from dictation | Listening, integrated |
Section by section
Read aloud, repeat sentences, describe images, retell lectures, answer short questions, summarise written text and write an essay.
Tips
Reading & writing fill-in-the-blanks, multiple choice, re-order paragraphs and reading fill-in-the-blanks.
Tips
Summarise spoken text, multiple choice, fill in the blanks, highlight correct summary, select missing word, highlight incorrect words and write from dictation.
Tips
Scores
You receive an overall score and scores for Speaking, Writing, Reading and Listening, each from 10 to 90.
| PTE score | Approx. level |
|---|---|
| 79+ | Expert / C2 |
| 65 – 78 | Very good / C1 |
| 50 – 64 | Competent / B2 |
| 36 – 49 | Modest / B1 |
Typical PTE Academic requirements for Indian students.
| Destination / program | Typical requirement | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Australia (universities) | 58 – 65 | Visa minimums set by Home Affairs |
| UK | 58 – 65 | Use UKVI version where required |
| Canada | 60 – 65 | Many universities and colleges |
| USA | 58 – 68 | Growing acceptance |
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Study plan
List the minimum overall and section scores for every university and the visa. Your target is the highest of these, plus a small buffer.
Sit a full timed practice test to find your starting level and weakest sections.
Plan 6–10 weeks of practice that covers every section, with more time for your weakest skill.
Do full mock tests in exam conditions at least once a week in the final month.
Keep an error log — question type, why you got it wrong and the fix — and revisit it weekly.
Book your test early enough to retake once before your earliest application or visa deadline.
Avoid these
Long pauses reduce your fluency score.
Repeat sentence and write from dictation carry significant weight.
Confirm every university on your list accepts PTE.
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FAQs
Many students find PTE's computer-based format and fast results convenient, but the right choice depends on your strengths.
Many Canadian universities and colleges accept PTE Academic. Check each institution.
Yes, PTE Academic is accepted by the Department of Home Affairs.
Typically within about 2 days.
Yes — we confirm acceptance across your shortlist and plan your test timeline.
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