PTE

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) is an international computer-based English language test. It provides a measure of a test taker’s language ability in order to assist education institutions and professional and government organizations that require a standard of academic English language proficiency for admission to universities of Australia and New Zealand.

The communicative skills measured are Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing in a standalone or integrated skills test.

Overall score

The overall score is based on performance on all test items. Each test taker does between 70 and 91 items in any given test and there are 20 different item types. For each item, the score given contributes to the overall score. The score range is 10–90 points.

The enabling skills measured are grammar, oral fluency, pronunciation, spelling, vocabulary, and written discourse.

Reading

Listening

Speaking & Writing

Personal Introductions
Answer short questions
Re-tell lecture
Summarize
Read aloud
Repeat sectence
Describe Image
Essay (20 mins)

Item Scoring: An Overview

All items in PTE Academic are machine scored. Scores for some item types are based on correctness alone, while others are based on correctness, formal aspects and the quality of the response.

Scores for item types assessing speaking and writing skills are generated by automated scoring systems. There are two types of scoring:

Correct or Incorrect

Some item types are scored as either correct or incorrect. If responses are correct, a score of 1 score point will be given, but if they are incorrect, no score points are awarded.

Partial Credit

Other item types are scored as correct, partially correct or incorrect. If responses to these items are correct, the maximum score points available for each item type will be received, but if they are partly correct, some score points will be given, but less than the maximum available for the item type. If responses are incorrect, no score points will be received.

The PTE faculty at Intstu Aspirations are Pearson’s certified Master trainers and are seasoned teachers.

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PTE

It is always wise to have proof of your language proficiency when you’re planning to study in a country that doesn’t speak your mother tongue.

Over the years, these tests have grown more advanced in both structure and technology. As a result, we have a wide spectrum of English language proficiency tests each having their own test pattern, level of difficulty, timing and fee structure.

Pearson Test of English (PTE) is one such exam which is both standard and reliable.

Why Should You Consider PTE?

1. Computer-Based
Unlike other exams that make you choose between paper-based and computer-based exams, PTE Academic makes things really easy for you. It's computer-based which allows you to complete the entire test in one sitting.
2. Duration
The PTE test is about 3 hours long but on the flip side, you get to complete the entire test within one day without having to come back for the speaking test.
3. Faster Results
In PTE, you'll get graded in points between the range of 10 to 90. You'll receive your results within 5 days and in some rare cases, even 2 days.

PTE Test Format

Speaking and Writing
You'll have about 77 to 93 to complete both the sections which includes a personal introduction, read aloud, repeat sentence, describe an image, re-tell lecture, answer in short and essay writing.
Reading Section
First and foremost, this section of PTE has negative marking. But the question types are pretty much straight-forward such as multiple choice & multiple answer, multiple-choice & single answer and reordering paragraphs.
Listening Section
This section is going to determine how well you can understand and grasp the views of the speaker. You'll have to complete this section within 45-57 minutes. There are a lot of possible question types such as MCQs, fill in the blanks, select missing word, write from dictation etc.,

Things to remember

Cost Of Booking : 13.300 INR
Categories : PTE General, PTE Academic, & PTE Young Learner
Purpose :Immigration & College Admissions
Score Validity : 2 years
Duration of the test : 3 hours
Mode Of Exam : Computer-based
Results :In points (10 - 90)
Receival of results : Within 5 days from your date of exam

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FAQ

1. What if I’m not satisfied with my PTE Score?

You can schedule another test and appear again in less than 15 days from your previous test date.

2. What’s a good PTE score?

There are no good or bad scores when it comes to proficiency tests. The more you score, the better admits you can receive.

3. How do I do well in my PTE Exam?

If you are confused and lack preparation time, enrolling yourself in a reputed training institute such as IntStu Aspirations would be your best bet.

4. What are the countries that’ll accept my PTE scores?

PTE scores are considered and valued across all major countries such as the US, UK, Canada, New Zealand, Australia etc.,

5. How many times can I appear for the test?

There’s no limit. However, you’ll have to wait till you receive the scores of your previous tests before you can go ahead and book a new one.

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