PTE Proficient English (2026): component scores & targets
The per-component PTE scores for Proficient English (10 points) under the 7 August 2025 rules, and how to train efficiently.
Proficient English component scores
Proficient English adds 10 points. For PTE Academic taken on or after 7 August 2025 you need:
| Listening | Reading | Speaking | Writing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 | 59 | 69 | 76 |
Remember the lowest-skill rule: every component must clear the target.
How to reach it
Speaking (76) is typically the highest hurdle. Build steady oral fluency and clean, well-structured writing, and review every scored answer to see which trait to fix next.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score is Proficient English?
For tests on/after 7 August 2025: Listening 58, Reading 59, Speaking 76, Writing 69. Proficient English adds 10 points in the Australian points test.
Is Proficient enough for PR?
It adds 10 points and satisfies many skilled visas, but competitive occupations often need Superior (20 points). Check the points you need for your occupation and visa.
Which skills are hardest?
Speaking (76) and Writing (69) are usually the toughest under the post-Aug-2025 scoring — focus your practice there.
Do all four skills need to hit the target?
Yes — your official level is your weakest component, so balance all four.
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