PTE English Language Exam: A Complete Overview

 Before applying for a student visa to study abroad in countries where English proficiency is mandatory, you require submitting evidence of your English language mastery. You can do this by showing your PTE results.  

What is PTE?

Pearson Test of English, also known as PTE, is an English language test designed to test non-native English speakers' English proficiency (of course you). The international students, who wish to enroll in a foreign university where English is mandatory, such as Study in Australia by enrolling in an Australian university, require clearing a PTE exam. The PTE exam has four bands.

●        Listening.   

●        Reading.

●        Writing.

●        Speaking.

The Bands of PTE

The PTE tests your English proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Let us explain these sections of the test to you in brief.

Listening: This section of the PTE exam tests your listening and attention-paying skills. You will hear an audio recording related to a particular subject, like humanities, and then write answers per the instructions.  

Reading: This band tests your reading skills along with your knowledge of English grammar and vocabulary. To finish this section, you must answer some questions, but don't worry, you don't have to write anything here as the questions are drag and drop, MCQs, etc.   

Writing: This band purely tests your English language writing skills. The questions include writing an essay, describing an image, writing about yourself, etc. 

Speaking: This section tests your English language speaking skills. You will receive a score based on your pronunciation, grammar, and confidence.   

Please note: the speaking and writing sections are combined to form 1 band, but you need to score individually well in both.

PTE Test Format: Here's the PTE test format.

To summarize the test, it has the following features.

●        It is taken in a test center.

●        It is a computer-based test with a headset.

●        The test takes 2 hours.

●        Your assessment is based on practical English.

●        The test session is single.

There are 20 types of questions. The test is divided into three parts.

●        Speaking & Writing. (54-67 min)

●        Reading. (29-30 min)

●        Listening. (30-43 min)

PTE Scoring System: The PTE exams carry a maximum of 90 overall marks, and you can get a maximum of 90 marks in each band. If you score overall around 77 marks, you will have a good PTE score.

Why PTE is Better Than ILETS

PTE is a much better option than IELTS, another English language proficiency test for students wishing to Study in UK or other nations where English mastery in reading, writing, speaking, and reading is an essential requirement. Here are some points, which prove that PTE is a much better option for you if you wish to study abroad in an English native country.

●        PTE results are fast. You can expect to get your results within 48 hours.

●        You can choose between regular test dates.

●        You can also book your test at the last minute.

●        The test experience is stress-free with a 2-hour computer-based exam, simple booking, and a friendly test environment.

●        You can get free resources, preparation packages, and scored practice tests from the official PTE website.

Do you need PTE coaching? Yes, because even though it is stress-free and easier than IELTS, it is still an English test, which even natives find challenging.

Why should you take PTE coaching from HS Consultants Education & Migration?

Our PTE Coaching in India can help you crack the exam with high scores. Here's why?

●        We have experienced teachers with an 83-85 overall score in PTE.

●        We pay individual attention to each student.

●        The timings are flexible.

●        The coaching is result-driven.

●        Interactive learning with the smart class.

●        Daily class activities.

●        Updated study material.

For more details and help with your visa application, please contact our Australia Student Visa Consultant in Gwalior. If you are not in Gwalior, we also have Visa Consultant in Una, Moga, Australia, and other cities in India. HS Consultants Education & Migration is always happy to help.