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GermanyPTE - 2025
Test Format :
Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking
Duration :
3 Hours (Approximately)
Mode :
Computer Based Test with headset provided at exam centre.
Last updated - 19 October '24
PTE Overview
PTE (Pearson Test of English) is a computer-based English proficiency test accepted by over 35,000 institutions worldwide. It assesses speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills. PTE scores are widely accepted for study, work, and immigration purposes in countries like the USA, UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UAE, and Singapore.
Ways to take PTE exam
PTE at PTE Test Center
- In India, there are over 62 PTE test centers which are spread across major cities.
- Usually no more that 10-15 test takers are allowed in a test-center.
- Test takers must reach the test centers 30 minutes earlier to fullfill the check-in formalities.
PTE at-home Online edition
- You have the option to take the PTE test exam on a computer at an authorised IELTS testing facility.
- The Speaking is done in face-to-face with a qualified IELTS examiner.
- Test takers can take the exam in the comfort of their private space such as home or office, without going to the test-center.
- IELTS on computer results are accessible 3-5 days after the test is completed.
PTE Pattern
| Main parts: PTE Academic | Time taken | Number of questions |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Introduction | 1 minute | - |
| Part 1: Speaking & Writing | 54-67 minutes | 7 Question types |
| Part 2: Reading & Writing | 30 minutes | 5 Question types |
| Part 3: Listening | 30 minutes | 8 Question types |
| Total | 2 Hour | 20 Question types |
PTE Syllabus
The personal introduction
This is an opportunity to give your selected institutions some information about yourself. This section is not scored.
| Section | Type |
|---|---|
| Speaking & Writing | Read aloud, Repeat sentence, Describe image, Retell lecture, Answer short question, Summarize written text and Write Essay |
| Reading | Multiple choice (single answer), multiple choice (multiple answers), re-order paragraphs, reading and writing: fill in the blanks and reading: fill in the blanks |
| Listening | Multiple-choice-choose multiple answers, fill in the blanks, highlight correct summary, multiple choice- single answer, select missing word, highlight incorrect words and write from dictation |
PTE Scoring
- PTE Academic, Core and PTE Academic UKVI scores are graded between 10-90.
- There is an Overall PTE score. You will also get individual scores for Speaking, Writing, Listening & Reading.
- PTE Home A1, A2 & B1 are beginner’s level of English exam. It tests 2 skills – Speaking and Listening. There is only a Pass or Fail Result.