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New Aug 2025

Two new tasks. Fewer questions. AI + human scoring.

Respond to a Situation (Speaking)

Read a real-life scenario and give a 40-second spoken response.

Summarize Group Discussion (Speaking)

Listen to a 3-speaker discussion and speak a 2-minute summary.

About the exam

What is PTE Academic?

PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a fully computer-based English language test for non-native speakers who want to study abroad or migrate. Accepted by thousands of universities and immigration bodies across 50+ countries — including Australia, the UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, and Ireland.

Unlike traditional exams, PTE uses AI-driven scoring — no human examiner bias, no long waits. From August 2025, a hybrid AI + human model also reviews select tasks for content accuracy.

Practice by skill

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Speaking

76–93 min  |  7 task types

Read Aloud, Repeat Sentence, Describe Image, Re-tell Lecture, Answer Short Question, Respond to a Situation, Summarize Group Discussion

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Writing

Within Speaking & Writing section

Summarize Written Text, Write Essay

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Reading

29–30 min  |  5 task types

Multiple Choice, Re-order Paragraphs, Fill in the Blanks, R/W Fill in the Blanks

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Listening

30–43 min  |  7 task types

Summarize Spoken Text, Multiple Choice, Fill in the Blanks, Highlight Correct Summary, Select Missing Word, Write from Dictation

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Benefits

Why Choose PTE Academic?

Fast Results

Official score report in as little as 48 hours

Unbiased Scoring

AI + human hybrid — no examiner bias, consistent results

Accepted Worldwide

3,000+ universities and governments across 50+ countries

Flexible Booking

Book as little as 24 hrs in advance, year-round availability

Unlimited Score Sends

Send to as many institutions as you need — no extra cost

Valid 2 Years

Score valid for 2 years. CEFR-aligned for global recognition

2026 exam structure

Test Format at a Glance

One test. Three sections. Approximately 2 hours. Total questions: 52–64.

PartSectionDurationKey Tasks
1Speaking & Writing76–93 minRead Aloud, Repeat Sentence, Describe Image, Re-tell Lecture, Answer Short Question, Respond to a Situation ★, Summarize Group Discussion ★, Summarize Written Text, Write Essay
2Reading29–30 minMultiple Choice (Single & Multiple), Re-order Paragraphs, Fill in the Blanks, R/W Fill in the Blanks
3Listening30–43 minSummarize Spoken Text, Multiple Choice, Fill in the Blanks, Highlight Correct Summary, Select Missing Word, Highlight Incorrect Words, Write from Dictation

★ New tasks effective 7 August 2025.

Score guide

How Scoring Works

Scores range from 10 to 90, aligned to the CEFR. Your report includes an overall score plus individual Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing scores. Valid for 2 years.

PTE ScoreCEFRLevelTypical Requirement
85–90C2ExpertTop-tier universities, competitive research programs
76–84C1AdvancedMost UK/Australian universities, skilled migration
59–75B2Upper IntermediateStudent visas, many undergraduate programs
43–58B1IntermediateFoundation courses, conditional admission
30–42A2ElementaryEntry-level language programs
10–29A1BeginnerPre-sessional English courses

Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PTE Academic accepted for Australian PR and student visas?

Yes — PTE Academic is approved by the Australian Government for skilled migration and student visa applications. It is also accepted across Australia, the UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, and Ireland.

What changed in the August 2025 format update?

Two new task types were added — Respond to a Situation (Speaking) and Summarize Group Discussion (Speaking). Total question count moved to 52–64 and scoring now uses a hybrid AI + human model.

How soon do I receive my PTE Academic results?

Most candidates receive their Official Score Report within 48 hours of completing the test.

How long are PTE Academic scores valid?

PTE Academic scores are valid for 2 years from the test date.

How is PTE Academic scored?

Scores are assigned by AI-powered automated scoring. From August 2025, a hybrid AI + human model reviews select tasks. There is no human examiner present during the test, eliminating accent bias.

How often can I retake PTE Academic?

Up to 3 times within a 12-month rolling period, with a minimum of 5 days between attempts.

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Content accurate as of June 2026. Refer to the official Pearson PTE website for the most current information.