PTE Exam 2025: Dates, Pattern, Fees, Question Types, Scores & FAQs | PTE Guide

What is PTE?

PTE, or Pearson Test of English, is a computer-based English language proficiency test designed for non-native speakers seeking to study abroad, immigrate, or meet professional requirements. The PTE Academic exam assesses Speaking, Writing, Reading, and Listening skills in a single session, offering fast results and a stress-free testing experience.

PTE Exams - A Guide to PTE Tests

• PTE Academic: Globally accepted by universities, governments, and professional bodies for study, immigration, and work purposes.

• PTE Academic Online: A remote version of PTE Academic for test-takers unable to visit a test center, accepted by many universities for study applications but not for immigration.

• UK Government Tests: PTE Academic UKVI and PTE Home are approved Secure English Language Tests (SELTs) for UK visa and immigration applications.

PTE Academic

PTE Academic is a globally recognized computer-based English test accepted by universities, governments, and professional bodies. It assesses Speaking, Writing, Reading, and Listening skills in approximately 2 hours (120 minutes), delivering fast and reliable results.

PTE Academic Exam Question Types

1. Speaking and Writing Section: The duration of the combined Speaking and Writing module is approximately 50–60 minutes. The Speaking section consists of 5 question types, and the Writing section includes 2 question types.
1. Read Aloud
2. Repeat Sentence
3. Describe Image
4. Retell Lecture
5. Answer Short Question
6. Summarize Written Text
7. Write Essay
   
   
2. Reading Section: The duration of the Reading module is 22–28 minutes. PTE Reading consists of 5 question types.
1. Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks
2. Multiple Choice - Multiple Answers
3. Reorder Paragraphs
4. Fill in the Blanks
5. Multiple Choice - Single Answer
   
   
3. Listening Section: The duration of the Listening module is 20–30 minutes with 6–12 questions. The PTE Listening section consists of 8 question types.
1. Summarize Spoken Text
2. Multiple Choice - Multiple Answers
3. Fill in the Blanks
4. Highlight Correct Summary
5. Multiple Choice - Single Answer
6. Select Missing Word
7. Highlight Incorrect Words
8. Write From Dictation
   
   

PTE Exam Date Booking

PTE offers flexible test dates with year-round availability, including last-minute slots. Check test date availability and book your exam through the PTE official website.

PTE Exam Centers

PTE provides a comfortable test center experience with small rooms of 10–15 seats for a personalized testing environment. Test centers are located in major cities across countries like India, Australia, New Zealand, Pakistan, Egypt, Nepal, and Bangladesh. Find the nearest test center at PTE test centers.

PTE Exam Fees

The standard PTE Academic exam fee in India for 2025 is Rs. 17,000 (inclusive of taxes). Fees vary by country; check the exact fee for your location on the official Pearson PTE website.

PTE Exam Scoring - How Does PTE Score Your Result?

Pearson PTE uses automated scoring powered by advanced algorithms to evaluate your test, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and fairness. Based on thousands of real test responses, the system mirrors expert human marking while delivering fast results. For details, refer to the PTE Score Guide 2025.

How PTE Score Compares to IELTS and TOEFL

Use the Score Converter in the PTE Guide App to compare your PTE Academic 2025 scores with IELTS and TOEFL bands accurately.

PTE Score Validity

Your PTE Academic Exam Score remains valid for 2 years for study purposes and 3 years for immigration purposes (e.g., Australian visa applications).

PTE Guide App

The PTE Guide App offers comprehensive resources for Pearson PTE Academic Exam 2025 preparation, including a step-by-step guide from exam introduction to booking and test-taking strategies.

Pearson PTE Exam 2025 FAQs

Have questions about the PTE Academic test? Explore the most frequently asked questions for PTE Exams 2025 at PTE FAQs for Test Takers 2025.