What is PTE Academic exam?
The PTE Academic exam is a computer-based English language test accepted by educational institutions around the world. The full form of PTE is the Pearson Test of English. Known as an English language test for candidates looking to apply to universities or countries abroad that use English as their primary source of communication.
Pearson Tests of English (PTE) Academic is an English language test for international study and immigration. The PTE exam has two categories:
Why take the PTE Academic Exam?
PTE Academic Exam, also known as the Pearson Test of English, is a standard exam taken by all students with the ambition to study abroad. The test is designed to examine applicants' English reading, writing, and listening skills.This test is powered by AI technology and unlike the conventional grading system, the PTE grading is completely objective and free from human biases.
Here are the listed reasons to choose PTE Exam:
- Unlimited Score Submission
- Accepted by Professional Associations in top Universities.
- Highly Flexible
- Fast Result
- Accepted for Visas
- Real Life Language
- Fair & Secure
- Fill in the form to enroll in PTE Coaching Class.
Latest Updates for PTE Academic Exam
The test format, fees, dates, and other details are regularly updated, so it is important for students to have the latest news on the PTE exam.
PTE Exam fees in Nepal
The PTE exam fee is 190 USD + 15% USD Tax + Bank Charge.
Reduced PTE Exam Timing
The PTE exam timing has been reduced from 3 hours to 2 hours starting from November 16, 2021.
PTE at home
The Pearson group is very particular about ensuring the health and safety measures of students appearing for the PTE test. Considering the demand for remote PTE exams, students can now take the PTE at home.
Starting October 25, 2021,‘PTE at Home’ has been introduced. Candidates who wish to take PTE remotely can opt for this option for their PTE academics online test and attempt the test from home.
PTE Test Regulations Post-Covid 19
Considering the health and safety of staff and candidates, the PTE tests are held in smaller batches. Hence, it is advisable for candidates to check the PTE test centre and book their PTE slots early.
PTE Exam with Covid 19 symptoms
If you are facing Covid 19 symptoms right before your PTE slot date, you can cancel your test and get a full refund, or you can reschedule it for the ‘PTE at Home’ option without any additional cost instead.
Types of PTE Academic Exam
The Pearson Language Tests conduct the exams in 4 formats:
- PTE Academics
- PTE Academic UKVI
- PTE Home
- PTE at Home.
What is the PTE Academic Exam?
The PTE Academic Exam is to be taken up compulsorily by candidates aspiring to study abroad. PTE Academic exam basically tests candidates' English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. The entire duration of the test lasts up to 2 hours. The exam is conducted all round the year and the test scores are valid for 2 years. This test is accepted by over a thousand universities around the globe, including Harvard Business School, INSEAD and Yale. In Australia and New Zealand, PTE Academic is accepted even for visa purposes.
What is PTE Academic UKVI?
PTE Academic UKVI is a Secure English Language Test (SELT) that is approved by the UK Home Office for all UK visas that require 4 language skill sets: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Candidates aspiring to work, live or study in the UK need to attempt the PTE Academic UKVI.
Difference between PTE Academic and PTE Academic UKVI
There is no major difference between PTE Academic and PTE Academic UKVI, apart from some minor registration processes.
What is PTE Home?
PTE Home is an English proficiency test accepted by the UK Home Office for family and work visas. PTE Home is conducted in broadly 3 formats: PTE Home A1, PTE Home A2, and PTE Home B1. Each test serves different purposes for the UK family and work visa category.
What is PTE at Home?
Considering the health and safety measures post-pandemic, the PTE has an option of PTE Academics at Home for candidates who prefer remote testing options. Candidates can select from various PTE dates available in Nepal for PTE at Home.
