The Pearson Test of English (PTE) is a computer-based English language proficiency exam designed to assess the reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills of non-native English speakers. It is widely recognized and accepted by universities and colleges around the world as a reliable measure of English language proficiency.
What is PTE?
The Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic is an English language proficiency test designed to assess the competence or language ability level of non-native English speakers. It evaluates all four skills of the English language: Speaking, Writing, Reading, and Listening. PTE is one of the internationally recognized tests, accepted by several universities, colleges, academic institutions, and government agencies worldwide.
PTE Test Format
Speaking & Writing (54 – 67 minutes)
Personal Introduction: Not scored but shared with institutions.
Read Aloud: Read a text aloud.
Repeat Sentence: Listen to a sentence and repeat it.
Describe Image: Describe an image shown on the screen.
Re-tell Lecture: Summarize a spoken lecture.
Answer Short Question: Answer brief questions based on audio.
Summarize Written Text: Write a one-sentence summary of a text.
Essay: Write an essay (200-300 words) on a given topic.
Reading (29 – 30 minutes)
Multiple-choice, Choose Single Answer: Answer questions based on a passage.
Multiple-choice, Choose Multiple Answers: Select multiple answers for questions based on a passage.
Re-order Paragraphs: Arrange paragraphs in the correct order.
Reading: Fill in the Blanks: Drag and drop words to complete a text.
Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks: Select words from a drop-down list to complete a text.
Listening (30 – 43 minutes)
Summarize Spoken Text: Write a summary of a spoken text.
Multiple-choice, Choose Multiple Answers: Answer questions based on audio.
Fill in the Blanks: Type in the missing words from a transcript.
Highlight Correct Summary: Choose the summary that best matches the audio.
Multiple-choice, Choose Single Answer: Answer a question based on audio.
Select Missing Word: Select the missing word at the end of the recording.
Highlight Incorrect Words: Identify incorrect words in a transcript.
Write from Dictation: Write down a sentence after listening to it.
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