Part of Section 1 | 76–93 Minutes
Writing Tasks
Tests your ability to produce accurate written English — grammar, vocabulary, spelling, and structure all contribute to your score.
Writing tasks are part of the combined Speaking & Writing section (76–93 minutes). There is no separate Writing section in the PTE Academic exam.
Task types
Writing Tasks
| Task Type | Tasks | Description | Time | Practice |
| Summarize Written Text | 1–2 | Read a passage and write a one-sentence summary of 5–75 words that captures the main idea. | 10 min each | Practice → |
| Write Essay | 1–2 | Write a 200–300 word argumentative or descriptive essay on a given topic. | 20 min each | Practice → |
Summarize Written Text
Scored on Content, Form, Grammar, and Vocabulary. The response must be a single grammatically correct sentence within the 5–75 word limit.
Key tip: Aim for 55–65 words. Avoid direct copying — paraphrase using the 60/40 rule.
Write Essay
Scored on Content, Form, Grammar, Vocabulary, and Spelling. Responses under 200 words are penalised. Human scorers review content from August 2025.
Key tip: Spend the first 3–4 minutes planning. Use a clear 4-paragraph structure.
Start Practicing Writing
Choose a task type to begin with real exam-style questions and model answers.