PTE Exam Overview

Why take the PTE Academic Exam?

PTE Academic is a fully computerized, online English language test for international education and immigration purposes. This test is powered by AI technology and unlike the conventional grading system, the PTE grading is completely objective and free from human biases.

Types of PTE Exam

There are two categories under the PTE Academic exam:

• PTE Academic Exam
• PTE Academic UKVI

PTE Academic Exam

PTEAcademic assesses the candidates' skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing. The entire duration of the test lasts up to 3 hours. This test is accepted by over a thousand universities around the globe, including Harvard Business School, INSEAD and Yale. In Australia and New Zealand, PTE Academic is accepted even for visa purposes.

PTE Academic UKVI

The PTE Academic UKVI is specific to the UK. This is a Secure English Language Test (SELT) to be eligible for UK visas. Anyone who wishes to work, study or live in the UK can take up this test.

PTE Academic Exam Highlights

Exam Name	PTE Exam
PTE Full Form	Pearson Test of English
Types of PTE Exam	The PTE exam has two categories: 1. PTE Academic 2. PTE Home
What is the PTE exam for?	Pearson Tests of English (PTE) Academic is an English language test for international study and immigration.
In which countries is the PTE certification accepted?	PTE is widely accepted in countries such as Australia, the USA, the UK, Ireland, Singapore, Canada, New Zealand, France, Germany, Spain and Italy.
PTE Exam Format	PTE Academic test format has three components: Part 1: Speaking & Writing Part 2: Reading Part 3: Listening
Who conducts PTE?	The PTE exam is conducted by the Pearson VUE (Virtual User Environment).
What is the official website for PTE?	https://pearsonpte.com/
How much does the PTE Exam Fee cost?	The PTE exam fee is USD 170 + 15%tax and bank charge.
PTE Helpline	0120-6679008

How to Prepare for PTE?

• There are two methods to prepare for the PTE: self-study and attending coaching programmes.


• If money is an issue, self-study is a preferable alternative. However, keep in mind that in order to study independently, you must have access to the most up-to-date preparation suggestions for each portion of the PTE exam.


• Coaching classes, on the other hand, are an excellent alternative if you don't have enough time and require expert supervision for test preparation. Your time will be better handled because attending lessons on a regular basis will become part of your habit.

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