Key Features of PTE Academic:

Endorsement and Recognition:

• PTE Academic is endorsed by GMAC®, the owners of the Graduate Management Admission Test® (GMAT®).
• Recognized by universities, colleges, and officially approved by the UK Border Agency for Tiers 1, 2, and 4 visa applications.

Real-life Academic English Focus:

• Computer-based exam utilizing integrated language, mirroring real-life English encountered in academic settings.
• Involves listening to diverse accents and academic language commonly found in English-speaking higher education institutions.

Test Duration and Results:

• Maximum duration of 3 hours, incorporating an unmarked voice recording for advanced biometric data.
• Online result delivery within 5 working days.

Global Scale of English:

• Scores reported on a standardized, numeric scale from 10 to 90, aligning with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) levels.

Acceptance and Recognition:

• Internationally recognized, accepted for admissions by numerous programs.
• Acknowledged by top UK and US universities, as well as government organizations.

Test Format:

• Computer-based test covering all language areas: listening, reading, speaking, writing.
• Features 20 innovative and integrated item types.

Content:

• Authentic academic test content sourced from various international contexts and scenarios.

Test Duration and Availability:

• Approximately 3 hours in duration.
• Available in 43 territories, including China, India, the US, Japan, South Korea, Australia, the UK, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Nigeria, and Canada.

Registration:

• Easy and flexible registration process.

Score Reporting:

• Online score availability typically within 5 business days of completing the test.
• Secure online results service.

Preparation:

• Recommended at least one month of thorough preparation.