Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE)
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Sample Test Paper-1

  • 100 Questions
  • 100 Marks

The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) is one of the world's most famous international standardized test of English language proficiency intended for the non native speakers of the English language. PTE is accepted by many reputed universities across the globe like Stanford Graduate School of Business, Yale University,  Harvard Business School and London Business School. The results of the test are declared within five working days.

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) Conducting Body:

It is held by the Pearson PLC Group. The test is to judge in the English competency level of the non native English speakers and also to evaluate their level of preparedness to participate in a university level English language program.

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) Important Dates:

Events

Dates

Mode

Link

Registration Date

Can register anytime

Online

https://pearsonpte.com/

Application End Date 

NA

Admit Card Date

-

Exam Date

07/03/2024

15/03/2024

21/03/2024

28/03/2024

Result Date

PTE Exam results are available within 2 business days 

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) Selection Procedure: The test consists of three different sections:

  • Speaking & Writing

  • Reading

  • Listening 

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) Exam Pattern: 

PTE Academic is a computer based test having questions that test Listening, Writing  Reading,  and Speaking Skills of the English language. The entire test is finished in  3 hours and is completed in a single session. The applicants are provided with a computer system with a headset and a microphone system for listening and speaking.

The detail of the test pattern is as follows:-

Section

No. of Sections

Time Duration

Speaking & Writing

6

77 to 93 minutes

Reading

5

32 to 41 minutes

Break (Optional)

10 minutes

Listening

8

45 to 57 minutes

Note:- The PTE Academic Test score is calculated on a range of 10 to 90. Where 10 is the minimum score with an increment of 1 point. The final score is shown with the help of graphs which give a pictorial representation of the skilled candidates in different English language programs.

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) Eligibility Criteria

  • There are no specific criteria set by the Pearson PTE Academic. But students must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appearing for the test. Candidates who are below 18 years need to have a parental consent form for giving the PTE Academic test.

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) Syllabus:

Speaking & Writing:

  • Personal Introduction

  • Read aloud

  • Repeat sentence

  • Describe image

  • Re-tell lecture

  • Answer short question

  • Summarize written text

  • Essay (20mins)

Reading:

  • Fill in the blanks

  • Multiple choice questions (single correct answers)

  • Multiple choice questions (more than one correct answers)

  • Re-order paragraphs

  • Reading & writing: Fill in the blanks

Listening:

  • Summarize spoken text 

  • Multiple choice questions (more than one correct answers)

  • Fill the blanks

  • Highlight the correct summary

  • Multiple choice questions (single correct answers)

  • Select the missing word

  • Highlight the incorrect words

  • Write from dictation.

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) FAQs:

Ques 1. How can a candidate apply for the PTE?

Ans. The candidates can apply in the online system

Ques 2. Does a candidate choose the Centre and Date according to the convenience?

Ans. Yes, candidates are free to choose the date and center according to their convenience.

Ques 3. What is the difference between IELTS & PTE?

Ans. PTE is computer-based whereas IELTS is a paper-based exam. 

Ques 4. Does Canada accept PTE?

Ans. Yes, PTE is accepted by international universities such as Canada, UK, USA, Australia, and so on. 

Ques 5. What is considered a good score in PTE?

Ans. The score for PTE ranges from 10 to 90 where 90 shows 'maximum' in English and 10 shows 'minimum'. Scores depend upon different test skills like listening, reading, writing, speaking.

Ques 6. Which is better: PTE or IELTS?

Ans. PTE as an exam is considered through IELTS. But since PTE is a computer-based test, scoring in PTE is much more reliable than IELTS and the chances of human error are almost negligible.

Ques 7. Do PTE questions repeat?

Ans. No, In PTE the questions are not repeated.

Ques 8. What is the benefit of PTE?

Ans. PTE is a computerized test mainly focused on LSRW i.e listening, speaking, reading, writing and Good score in PTE help applicants getting into the top university.

Ques 9. Does PTE format change?

Ans. Pearson PTE periodically makes changes in the PTE Test.

Ques 10. What is the duration of the exam?

Ans. PTE is a 3-hour computer-based exam. 

Ques 11. What is the requirement for an Australia student visa?

Ans. Minimum 60 points candidates can apply for Australia student visa.

Ques 12. How many essays are there in the test?

Ans.  There are two tasks i.e summarize written text and Essay writing.  The candidate is asked to write 1 to 2 essays in 200 to 300 words and for each essay 20 minutes' time is given.

Ques 13. Is there any negative marking in the test?

Ans. There is no negative marking in the test but there are 3 tasks that use 'Partial Credit' scoring.

Ques 14. How many times can an applicant attempt PTE?

Ans. There is no such limit on attempts.

Ques 15. How can an applicant postpone or cancel the test?

Ans.With the help of an official website or phone.

  • If cancellation is done 2 weeks prior to the test, applicants receive a full refund and if cancellation is done 1 week prior applicants receive refund of 50% of the fee.

  • No amount is paid if the cancellation is done within a week.

CONCLUSION: This exam offers such a great opportunity for the interested and eligible aspirants to accomplish their goal. It is a good occasion for interested aspirants. We the team of estudentbook wishes you all the best for your upcoming future. For more information regarding this you can visit our official website estudentbook.com.

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