The Pearson Test of English Academic is a computerized examination designed to evaluate the English language proficiency of individuals seeking to study or work in another country. It employs task-based questions that integrate various skills, providing a more realistic assessment of an individual's English abilities.
Pearson Language Tests, a division of Pearson PLC Group, is responsible for creating three versions of the English proficiency test for individuals who are not native speakers. These include PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI, and PTE Home.
Each year, students applying to universities and colleges must take the PTE Academic exam. The PTE Academic UKVI serves as a Secure English Language Test that has been authorized by the UK Home Office for all UK visas which require a 4 skill language assessment.
On the other hand, the PTE Home is an English test accepted by the UK Home Office specifically for work and family visas.
The PTE Academic assesses a student's speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills. It usually takes an average of 3 hours to complete all sections.
PTE Academic provides a score ranging from 10–90 on the Global Scale of English, allowing you to gauge your English proficiency with precision.
The PTE Academic exam structure consists of three parts:
To sign up for the PTE test, visit https://mypte.pearsonpte.com/, fill out the registration form, and then proceed to make the payment for the test fees.
PTE Academic costs $200 or NPR 26,687 in Nepal while PTE Academic Online also costs the same.