PTE (Pearson Test of English Academic)
The Global English Test for Study, Work & Migration
PTE scores are recognised by thousands of universities, employers, professional bodies, and immigration authorities worldwide. Whether you’re applying for a university degree, skilled migration, or a work visa, PTE demonstrates your English proficiency with a fast, reliable, and globally accepted score.
PTE at a Glance
3,900+
Universities and colleges worldwide accept PTE Academic.
Accepted for visa applications
Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the UK.
Computer-based test
Results typically available within 48 hours.
Preparation materials
Get test-ready with confidence using official resources and expert guidance.
Your stress-free English test
Types of PTE Tests
PTE Academic
Who is it for? Students applying for higher education or professionals seeking skilled migration or registration.
Focus: Tests integrated English skills (Listening, Reading, Speaking, Writing) in real-life contexts.
PTE Academic UKVI
For those applying for UK visas.
Same test content and format as PTE Academic, delivered at UKVI-approved secure test centres.
Other PTE Tests
PTE Core & PTE Home: General English tests for migration, work, or UK family visas.
Ways to Take the Test
PTE Academic is a fully computer-based test, designed to give you a fast, reliable, and fair assessment of your English skills.
Test at a Secure Centre
Complete all sections (Speaking, Writing, Reading, Listening) on a computer at a Pearson-approved test centre.
Results are typically available within 48 hours.
Test content, difficulty, and scoring are exactly the same worldwide.
Flexible Scheduling
Book a time that suits you, tests are available throughout the year at 400+ centres across 100+ countries.
Quick registration and fast results make planning for study, work, or migration easier.
Note: Unlike IELTS, PTE does not offer a paper-based test. All tests are computer-delivered for faster results and automated scoring.
The PTE Test Format
Listening
The Listening section includes tasks such as summarising spoken text, answering multiple-choice questions, and completing dictation exercises.
Reading
The Reading section includes tasks such as answering multiple-choice questions, reordering paragraphs, and completing fill-in-the-blank exercises.
Writing
The Writing section includes tasks such as writing an essay.
Speaking
The Speaking section includes tasks such as reading aloud, describing images, and repeating sentences.
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