PTE Academic Test Guide

 PTE Academic is a computer-based academic English language test aimed at non-native
English speakers wanting to study abroad.
 PTE Academic was created in response to the demand for a more accurate, objective,
secure and relevant test of English.
 It offers international students and migrants the fastest, fairest and most flexible way of
proving their English language proficiency for immigration and student visas.
 It tests Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. There is one multi-level test.
 Questions often test 2 skills together, such as listening and reading or reading and
speaking.
 The whole test is done in a single session, lasting 3 hours and is taken sitting at a
computer in a secure test environment.
 The speaking part of the exam is done at the computer. Your voice is recorded and sent
for marking.
About

 Fast: PTE Academic typically delivers results in five business days,
so you don't need to worry about waiting for results.
 Flexible Test Dates: Test sessions are run 363 days of the year, so you
can choose a time that suits you.
 Wide Locations: Test is run over 200 locations worldwide, so you
can choose a place that suits you.
 Approved: Approved by the Australian Government for visa
applications and accepted by thousands of institutions in the UK,
Australia, USA, Canada, New Zealand, and Ireland, including
Harvard, Yale and INSEAD.
WHY

 Unlimited: PTE Academic is unlimited. You can send your scores to as
many institutions as you choose - there are no additional fees for extra
score reports.
 Real-life language: Prepare for life abroad as you listen to university
lectures and respond to questions about life on campus with our real-
life test of academic English.
 Fair test: There is highly accurate computer marking means consistent
scores and no potential for examiner bias.
 Secure: Give universities confidence in your score: palm-vein
scanning, randomised test forms and data forensics ensure universities
know your test score is really yours, and mean that your score is safe.
WHY

Test Centers
in India
PTE Test Centers are available at following locations:
1. AHMEDABAD
2. BANGALORE
3. CHANDIGARH
4. CHENNAI
5. COIMBATORE
6. DELHI / NEW DELHI
7. HYDERABAD
8. JALANDHAR
9. KOCHI
10. KOLKATA
11. MUMBAI
12. NAGPUR
13. PATIALA
14. PUNE
15. RAJKOT
16. VIJAYAWADA

Introduction of
- Registration Process
• Go to www.pearsonpte.com. Click on ‘Book Now ’ on the
top right side of the screen.
Visit
www.pearsonpte.c
om
• Carefully read all the information on this page before
clicking on ‘Book PTE Academic’ at the bottom of the
page. The registration and booking website will open in a
new window.
Read and then
click ‘Book
PTE Academic’
• You will now see the Pearson booking website menu for
PTE Academic. To register to take PTE Academic, click
on ‘My Account’. If you have not yet registered your
details, click on the link to create a new web account.
Click on ‘My
Account’
& ‘create a new
web account’

Introduction of
- Registration Process
• Enter your personal details, including your name, address,
email address, date of birth, and where you are from.
Make sure you complete all the required fields with
correct and up-to-date information.
Correctly enter
ALL of your
required details
• Enter your information on each page, and click ‘Next’ to
move to the next page. Make sure you continue to the end
of the registration process; otherwise, your account details
will not be saved.
Continue to END
of registration
• After you have entered all of your registration details &
completed all the required fields, you will receive an
email within one to two business days. This contains a
confirmation of your Username & Password which will
allow you to access your account & schedule your test.
Confirmation!
Check your email
for Username and
Password

Introduction of
 If you are taking the test in India, you must present your passport as ID, regardless of
your country of citizenship. There are no exceptions to this policy.
 Test takers must be over the age of 16 to register for and take PTE Academic.
 If you are aged 16 or 17 when you register, you will be asked to provide a signed
Parental Consent Form.
 This acts as proof that your parents give their permission for you to take the test.
 The form can be obtained by calling the Pearson Customer Service team in your
region, or by visiting the ‘Book now’ section of our website at
www.pearsonpte.com/book
 Please enter your name exactly as it appears on the identification you intend to bring
with you on your test day.
- IMPORTANT information

Introduction of
- Scheduling Test
• Go to www.pearsonpte.com and follow the ‘Book now’ and ‘Book
PTE Academic’ links to the booking website.
Visit
www.pearsonpte.c
om
• Click on ‘My Account’ to go to the ‘Sign In’ page.
Click on ‘My
Account’
• Enter your Username and Password to sign into your account. Both
your Username and Password are case sensitive i.e., you must use the
correct upper and lower case letters when entering these.
Click on ‘Sign In’
• Once you have logged in successfully, click on ‘Schedule Exams’ on
the left-hand menu. You will then see a list of the tests that you are
eligible to book. Select PTE-A and click ‘Next’.
Click ‘Schedule
Exams’, select
PTE-A & click
‘Next’
• Now you will be able to select the location where you want to take
your test. You can view details about each testing location by clicking ‘
’. Select one or more locations and click ‘Next’.
Select a location
and click ‘Next’

Introduction of - Scheduling Test
• Go to www.pearsonpte.com and follow the ‘Book now’ and ‘Book
PTE Academic’ links to the booking website.
Select Date &
Time & click
‘Next’
• You asked further questions which includes agreeing to Privacy Policy
and agreement to share your scores with the relevant authorities.
Answer the questions and click ‘Next’.
Enter background
information &
click ‘Next’
• You will now see your test confirmation page, which displays your
selected test date, time, and test fees. You can make changes to your
test date and time here if required. After reviewing the details, click
‘Next’.
Confirm details &
make any changes
• The full test fee must be paid at the time of booking. Enter your billing
and credit card details and click ‘Next’. If you have a voucher number
or promotion code, do not forget to enter it.
Make payment
• The final confirmation page lists your test & fee details. Review the
information & click ‘Confirm Order’. It is recommended to print or
save this page for your records.
Confirm order
• You will receive an email confirmation on registered email address
which contains details on where the test center is located, directions,
and a few points to remember on test day.
Confirmation
email

- Payment & Fee Details
Item Fee
Test appointment booking Rs. 10,900
Test appointment booking less than 48 hours in advance Rs. 13,625
Rescheduling (more than seven days before test date) 25% of test fee paid
Rescheduling (seven days or less before test date) New test appointment booking fee
Cancellation (more than seven days before test date) Refund of 50% of test fee paid
Cancellation (seven days or less before test date) No refund

Introduction of - Test Day
• Arrive at the test center 30 minutes before your scheduled test time.
This provides enough time to sign in & follow all the necessary
procedures. Candidates arriving more than 15 minutes after scheduled
test time will not be permitted to take the test, & will lose their test fee.
Arrive at test
center 30 minutes
early
• You asked further questions which includes agreeing to Privacy Policy
and agreement to share your scores with the relevant authorities.
Answer the questions and click ‘Next’.
Enter background
information &
click ‘Next’
• You will now see your test confirmation page, which displays your
selected test date, time, and test fees. You can make changes to your
test date and time here if required. After reviewing the details, click
‘Next’.
Confirm details &
make any changes
• The full test fee must be paid at the time of booking. Enter your billing
and credit card details and click ‘Next’. If you have a voucher number
or promotion code, do not forget to enter it.
Make payment
• The final confirmation page lists your test & fee details. Review the
information & click ‘Confirm Order’. It is recommended to print or
save this page for your records.
Confirm order

Sections in
Part Content Time allowed
Intro Introduction Not timed
Part 1 Speaking and writing 77-93 minutes
Part 2 Reading 32-41 minutes
Optional Scheduled Break 10 minutes
Part 3 Listening 45-57 minutes

Introduction of
There is an untimed Test Introduction at the start of the test which
includes:
 NDA Reminder: You are reminded of the non-disclosure agreement
you signed as part of the terms and conditions of the test.
 Equipment Check: You have an opportunity to check you have the
correct keyboard and that the headset and microphone are working.
 Test Information: You receive further information about what to
expect during the test in the Test Introduction.
- Test Introduction

Test Introduction: Screen View
NDA Reminder
Headset Check

Test Introduction: Screen View
Microphone Check
Keyboard Check
Test Introduction

Introduction of
- Part 1 Overview
Part 1: Speaking and Writing
Section Item Type Time Allowed
Section 1 Personal introduction 1 minute
Section 2
Read aloud
30-35 minutes
Repeat Sentence
Describe Image
Re-tell lecture
Answer short question
Section 3 - 4 2 * Summary written text 20 minutes
Section 5 Summarize written text or Essay 10 or 20 minutes
Section 6 Essay 20 minutes

Part 1 of
 This is an opportunity to give your selected institutions some information about
yourself. This item is not scored.
 The recording status box displays a countdown until the microphone opens. You
have 25 seconds to prepare. After the tone, start speaking immediately.
 You should speak clearly. There is no need to rush.
 You have 30 seconds to record your response. Finish speaking before the
progress bar reaches the end. The word “Recording” changes to “Completed’’.
 You are only able to record your answer once.
 Your response will be sent together with your score report to the institutions
selected by you.
Part 1 Speaking: Personal introduction

Personal introduction
Personal introduction: Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you need to read a written text aloud.
 The recording status box displays a countdown until the microphone opens.
 You have 30-40 seconds to prepare, depending on the length of the passage.
 You hear a short tone. After the tone, start speaking immediately.
 Do not start speaking before the microphone opens because your voice will
not be recorded.
 Finish speaking before the progress bar reaches the end. The word
“Recording” changes to “Completed”.
 You are only able to record your response once.
Part 1 Speaking & Reading: Read aloud

Part 1 of
Read aloud: Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you need to repeat the sentence you hear.
 The audio begins to plays automatically.
 When the audio finishes, the microphone opens and the recording status box
shows “Recording”.
 Speak into the microphone immediately (there is no short tone) and repeat
exactly what you heard.
 You are not able to replay the audio. You are only able to record your
response once.
Part 1 Speaking & Listening: Repeat sentence

Part 1 of
Repeat sentence: Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you need to describe an image.
 You have 25 seconds to study the image and prepare your response.
 Do not start speaking before the microphone opens because your voice will
not be recorded.
“Recording” changes to “Completed’’.
Part 1 Speaking: Describe image

Part 1 of
Describe image: Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you need to re-tell what you heard.
 The audio begins to play automatically. You may also see an image related to the audio.
After the audio finishes, you have 10 seconds to prepare.
 Do not start speaking before the microphone opens because your voice will not be
recorded.
 Finish speaking before the progress bar reaches the end. The word “Recording”
changes to “Completed’’.
 While the audio is playing, you can take notes on the erasable noteboard provided.
Part 1 Speaking & Listening: Re-tell lecture

Part 1 of
Re-tell lecture: Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you need to reply to the question in one or a few words.
 The audio begins to play automatically. You may also see an image.
 When the audio finishes, the microphone opens and the recording status box
shows “Recording”.
 Speak into the microphone immediately (there is no short tone) and answer
the question with one or a few words.
 You are not able to replay the audio.
Part 1 Speaking & Listening: Answer short question

Part 1 of
Answer short question: Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you need to write a summary of the text in one sentence.
 You have 10 minutes to write your summary. Make sure to include the main points
of the reading passage in a full, single sentence of no more than 75 words.
 The Word Count at the bottom of the screen counts the number of words you write.
 There are also cut, copy and paste buttons which you may use while constructing
your summary.
 Cut: Select text from your answer that you wish to remove and left-click “Cut”.
 Copy: Select text from your answer that you wish to copy and left-click “Copy”.
 Paste: Place the cursor where you wish to paste the cut/copied text and left-click
“Paste”.
Part 1 Writing: Summarize written text

Summarize written text: Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you need to write a 200-300 word argumentative essay in
response to a prompt.
 You have 20 minutes to write your essay.
 The Word Count at the bottom of the screen counts the number of words you write.
Make sure to write a minimum of 200 words, but no more than 300 words.
 There are also cut, copy and paste buttons which you may choose to use while
constructing your response.
 Cut: Select text from your answer that you wish to remove and left-click “Cut”.
 Copy: Select text from your answer that you wish to copy and left-click “Copy”.
 Paste: Place the cursor where you wish to paste the cut/copied text and left-click
“Paste”.
Part 1 Writing: Write essay

Introduction of
- Part 2 Overview
Part 2: Reading
Item Type Time Allowed
Multiple-choice, choose single answer
32 - 41 minutes
Multiple-choice, choose multiple answers
Re-order paragraphs
Reading: Fill in the blanks
Reading & Writing: Fill in the blanks

Part 1 of
 For this item type you need to read the passage and answer the
multiple-choice question.
 There are several possible response options but only one is correct.
 To select an option click on it using the left button on your mouse.
 If you change your mind, left-click on the option again to deselect it,
or left-click on a different option.
 The option you select is highlighted in yellow.
Part 2 Reading: Multiple-choice, choose single answer

Multiple-choice, choose single answer:
Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you need to read the passage and answer the
multiple-choice question. There is more than one correct
response.
 You need to select all the response options that you think are
correct from the list of possible options.
 To select an option click on it using the left button on your
mouse.
 If you change your mind, left-click on the option again to
deselect it
Part 2 Reading: Multiple-choice, choose multiple answers

Multiple-choice, choose multiple answers:
Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you need to restore the original order of the text by
selecting text boxes and dragging them across the screen.
 There are two ways you can move the text:
1. Left-click on a box to select it (it will be outlined in blue), hold
the left mouse button down and drag it to the desired location.
2. Left-click on a box to select it, and then left-click on the left and
right arrow buttons to move it across. On the right panel, you can
also use the up and down arrow buttons to re-order the boxes.
 To deselect a box, left-click elsewhere on the screen.
Part 2 Reading: Re-order paragraphs

Re-order paragraphs: Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you need to drag and drop words across the screen to
correctly fill in the gaps in the text.
 There is a passage with some missing words. You have a list of words in the
blue box that you can use to fill the gaps in the text.
 There are more words than gaps so you will not use all the words provided.
 Left-click on a word to select it; keep the left mouse button held down and
drag the word to the gap where you want to place it.
 You can also drag words between gaps.
 To remove a word from a gap, drag it back to the blue box.
Part 2 Reading: Fill in the blanks

Fill in the blanks : Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you need select the most appropriate words from a
drop-down list to restore the text.
 There is a passage with some missing words. Beside each gap, there
is a button with a drop-down list.
 Left-click on this button to reveal the drop-down list of options for
that gap.
 Select the option you think best fills the gap.
 To change your mind, left-click on a different option.
Part 2 Reading & Writing: Fill in the blanks

Part 1 of
 After Part 2 you have the option to take a break. The total time available
is 10 minutes, but you should allow up to 5 minutes to sign back in and
be seated.
 If you want to take a break, you must leave the testing room.
 If you spend more than 10 minutes in total on the break, that time is
taken from the next part of the test.
 If you want to take a break, raise your hand to signal the Test
Administrator.
 When you return to your seat, remember to put your headset on ready
for Part 3.
Optional Break

Introduction of
- Part 3 Overview
Part 1: Listening
Section Item Type Time Allowed
Section 1 2 or 3 Summarize spoken test 20 - 30 minutes
Section 2
Multiple-choice, choose multiple answers
23 - 28 minutes
Fill in the blanks
Highlight correct summary
Multiple-choice, choose single answer
Select missing word
Highlight incorrect words
Write from dictation

Part 1 of
 For this item type you hear an audio recording and need to write a 50-70
word summary on what you heard.
 You have 10 minutes to write your summary.
 The audio begins to play automatically. You are only able to listen to the
audio recording once.
 The Word Count at the bottom of the screen counts the number of words
you write. Make sure to write a minimum of 50 words, but no more than 70
words.
 There are also cut, copy and paste buttons which you may choose to use
while constructing your summary.
Part 3 Listening & Writing: Summarize spoken text

Summarize spoken text: Screen View

Part 1 of
Part 3 Listening: Multiple-choice, choose multiple answers
 For this item type you need to listen to the recording and answer the
multiple-choice question. There is more than one correct response.
 The audio begins to play automatically. You are only able to listen to the
 You need to select all the response options that you think are correct from
the list of possible options.
 To select an option click on it using the left button on your mouse. If you
change your mind, left-click on the option again to deselect it.
 The options you select are highlighted in yellow.

Multiple-choice, choose multiple answers : Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you are presented with a transcript of the audio recording,
however some words are missing.
 Restore the transcript by typing in the missing words.
 The audio plays automatically. You are only able to listen to the audio
recording once.
 Left-click on each gap and type in the missing word.
 You can also use the Tab button on the keyboard to move between gaps.
 While the audio is playing, you can take notes on the erasable noteboard
provided and then fill in the gaps.
Part 3 Listening & Writing: Fill in the blanks

Fill in the blanks: Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you need to select the summary that best matches the
recording.
 The audio begins to play automatically. You are only able to listen to the audio
recording once.
 To select an option click on it using the left button on your mouse. If you
change your mind, left-click on the option again to deselect it, or left-click on a
different option.
 It may be difficult to read and listen at the same time. It is recommended that
you listen first, make notes on the erasable noteboard and then read the
summaries.
Part 3 Listening & Reading: Highlight correct summary

Highlight correct summary: Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you need to listen to the recording and answer the
multiple-choice question.
 The audio begins to play automatically. You are only able to listen to
the audio recording once.
 To select an option click on it using the left button on your mouse. If
you change your mind, left-click on the option again to deselect it, or
left-click on a different option.
Part 3 Listening: Multiple-choice, choose single answer

Multiple-choice, choose single answer: Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type the last word or group of words in the recording has been
replaced by a beep.
 Select the most appropriate option to complete the recording.
 The audio begins to play automatically. You are only able to listen to the audio
recording once.
 To select an option click on it using the left button on your mouse.
 If you change your mind, left-click on the option again to deselect it, or left-
click on a different option.
Part 3 Listening: Select missing word

Select missing word: Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you are presented with a transcript of the audio recording,
however the transcript contains some errors.
 While listening and reading, you need to select the words in the text that differ
from what the speaker says.
 The audio begins to plays automatically. You are only able to listen to the
 To select a word click on it using the left button on your mouse.
 If you change your mind, left-click on the word again to deselect it.
 The words you select are highlighted in yellow.
Part 3 Listening & Reading: Highlight incorrect words

Highlight incorrect words: Screen View

Part 1 of
 For this item type you hear a short sentence.
 Type the sentence into the response box at the bottom of the screen.
 The audio begins to play automatically. You are only able to listen to
the audio recording once.
 While the audio is playing, you can take notes on the erasable
noteboard provided.
 Remember to check your spelling.
Part 3 Listening & Writing: Write from dictation

Write from dictation: Screen View

 Arrive at test center 30 minutes before your scheduled test time. This provides enough time to
sign in & follow all the necessary procedures. Candidates arriving more than 15 minutes after
scheduled test time will not be permitted to take the test, & will lose their test fee.
 Sign in at the main reception desk. Here a Test Administrator will confirm your details.
 ID Check. You are required to present your passport as ID, there are no exceptions to this policy.
 Biometrics. Because of the nature of the tests delivered at Pearson test centers, test taker
photographs & biometrics will be collected.
 Read and agree to Test Taker Rules Agreement. Before entering the testing room, you will be
asked to read the PTE Academic Test Taker Rules Agreement.
 Store your personal belongings. The test center will provide you with secure storage facilities to
store your belongings. You are not permitted to bring any personal belongings including, but are
not limited to: cell/mobile phones, hand-held computers/personal digital assistants (PDAs) or
other electronic devices, pagers, watches, wallets, purses, hats, bags, coats, books or notes into the
testing room.
What to expect on Test day

 Arrive at test center 30 minutes before your scheduled test time. This provides enough time
to sign in & follow all the necessary procedures. Candidates arriving more than 15 minutes
after scheduled test time will not be permitted to take the test, & will lose their test fee.
 Erasable noteboard booklet and pen. The Test Administrator will provide you with an
erasable noteboard booklet and pen so that you can take notes during the test. You will not be
able to use your own note paper or pens.
 Entering the testing room. The Test Administrator will assign you a computer. The Test
Administrator will sign you into the computer and the test will start. You will be audio and
video monitored at all times during the test.
 After completion of test make sure you have your confirmation printout from reception. Also,
remember to collect all of your personal belongings from the storage facilities provided.
What to expect on Test day

- Understanding scores
 The score report has a number of different sections.
 The first section contains your personal details and photograph.
 In the middle of the report, your Overall Score is shown.
 The final section of the score report shows more detail on how you performed on the
test.
 The individual scores for listening, reading, speaking, and writing are shown, along
with the scores for the six Enabling Skills.
 Your test taker score report is for your personal use only, and will not be accepted by
recognizing institutions.
 Institutions will only accept scores that have been allocated to them by test takers via
the website

Estimates of concordance between PTE
Academic & IELTS score
IELTS Score PTE Score
9.0 86 - 90
8.5 83 - 85
8.0 79 - 82
7.5 73 - 78
7.0 65 – 72
6.5 58 - 64
6.0 50 - 57
5.5 42 - 49
5.0 36 - 41
4.5 29 - 35
No data 10 - 28

• Go to www.pearsonvue.com/pte, the booking website.
Visit
www.pearsonvue.com/pte
• Enter your Username and Password to sign in to your
account.
Click ‘Sign In’
• Once you have logged in successfully, the Current
Activity page displays a list of the tests you have taken
in the past. Click ‘View Score Report’ next to the test
for which you want to view scores.
Click ‘View Score Report’
to see the results of any
test listed
- Accessing scores

- Accessing scores
• Click ‘Current Activity’ on the left of the screen followed by ‘Send
Scores’ next to the test for which you want to send scores. If you have
taken PTE Academic multiple times, ensure to select the correct test
scores.
Click Send Scores
• You will be able to search the database of institutions & programs that
recognize PTE Academic scores and select those to which you would
like to send your scores. You may select up to seven recipients per
order. Click on ‘Next’.
Search & select
score recipients &
click ‘Next’’
• You will also be able to view your contact details stored on your
profile. If any of the contact details are wrong, you should click on
‘Update your profile’ and enter your new details. When you have
finished, click on ‘Next’.
Update your
Profile if
necessary
• The final confirmation page will review details that you selected for
your score order. Click ‘Confirm Order’ to confirm that your order is
correct and send your scores.
Confirm details
• You will receive an email confirmation that your scores have been
sent. You may wish to print this notification for your records.
Review
Confirmation and
Receipt

- Retake Policy
 If you are disappointed with the score you have achieved, you can take the test again.
 You may retake PTE Academic as many times as you want, although you must wait
until you have received your scores from one test before booking another.
 Institutions will not see your scores unless you allow them to by sending your scores
to them via the website. This means that institutions will not be able to see if your
scores are better or worse than previous attempts.
 You can send them to an unlimited number of institutions, but you may only select
seven recipients at any one time (per score order).
 Test scores are valid for up to two years from the date of the test. After that, you will
no longer be able to view those scores on the website.

- Requesting a rescore
 If you are unhappy with your PTE Academic score, you may request a rescore.
 PTE Academic is automatically rescored; therefore, it is unlikely that your overall scores will
change.
 Only spoken responses and open-ended written responses are rescored.
 If your score changes, it will replace your previous score.
 You may only request a rescore of your most recent PTE Academic test.
 You can not request a rescore if you have already either scheduled another test or sent your
score to an institution.
 To order a rescore, you must contact Pearson Customer Service within 14 calendar days of
your score report being made available to you.
 The fee for rescores is available from the Customer Service team. If your Overall,
Communicative Skills or Enabling Skills scores change, the rescore fee will be fully
refunded.

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