PTE
About PTE
When you apply for admission, work or visa abroad in an English-speaking country, the first thing that pops up in your mind is the English language proficiency test. PTE test, Person Test of English, is an English language proficiency test, that is accepted in Australia, the UK, the USA, Canada, New Zealand and many more as proof of English proficiency. There are more than 3000 colleges and universities that accept PTE scores. The PTE academic is a two-hour-long computer-based test – that can be conducted both online and in test centers, – the purpose of which is to access individuals in the following fronts speaking and writing, reading and listening. The results of the test are usually out within 48 hours after the exam. There are only two test centers for PTE academics in Pakistan, one in Karachi and the other in Islamabad.
Basic
Alike most of the English proficiency tests, PTE exam is divided into four sections; Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking. Here is the complete breakdown of the PTE.
Why take PTE test?
The security, timely results, and reliability of the PTE are among the most important aspects of the exam’s popularity. The PTE scores are widely used for admissions, jobs and immigrations in English-speaking nations. The reason one should take PTE academics are; it is accepted on a global scale, quick result, reliable and fair scores – as the answers are checked by software, that are free from human biases, and clarity in the questions, the questions are based on real-life scenarios and academics. Therefore, before taking an English proficiency test you must consider PTE on top of other exams.
Eligibility Criteria
Age – the lower age limit for taking PTE academics is 16, and there is no upper age limit for conducting PTE, people between 16 to 18 years of age must submit a parental consent form with the application form. The parental consent form is available on the official website of PTE.
Qualification – no specific qualification criteria are specified, so everyone who requires the test or an English proficiency test can take the exam.
General facts
- PTE is accepted in the following countries: Australia, the UK, the USA, New Zealand, Germany, Singapore, and Ireland.
- You can schedule a test 48 hours ahead of time
- You can take it as many times as you want, and reschedule as needed.
Comparison between PTE and IELTS scores
PTE Fees
| PTE Academic | ||
| PTE Academic | $215 USD | |
| PTE Academic online | $215 USD | |
| UK Visa and Immigration Tests | ||
| PTE Academic UKVI | $215 USD | |
| PTE Home A1 | $180 USD | |
| PTE Home A2 | $180 USD | |
| PTE Home B1 | $180 USD |
PTE Academic Registration Process
Step 1: create account on PTE website.
Step 2: update your details and document as required by the PTE
Step 3: Select Exam date and Test Center
Step 5: Pay the PTE exam fees
Step 6: Take the test on the scheduled date
