PTE and its Module Timings
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The Pearson Language Test (PTE) is the most prestigious PTE test for non-native English speakers to demonstrate English competence for academic admittance into overseas universities/colleges, employment, or visa purposes. The Graduate Management Admission Council has approved PTE Academic. PTE Academic results are accepted by a number of colleges, including London Business School in the United Kingdom, Harvard Business School, Stanford Graduate School of Business, and Yale University in the United States. Other nations’ institutions, like Spain, France, and China, have also agreed to accept PTE Academic.
PTE can be taken all year and offered in 3 varieties –
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic
- PTE General (earlier called the London Tests of English)
- PTE Young Learners
When the PTE exam was first made accessible, it was immediately accepted by over 6,000 organizations. For example, the Australia Border Agency and the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship have both authorized the test for use in visa applications. PTE-A is also accepted for visa applications to the United Kingdom and New Zealand. In order to save waiting times for students, the exam is often read by a computer rather than a human grader.
About PTE Exam
Writing, Speaking, Reading, and Listening are the four modules of the PTE Academic Exam. While the Speaking and Writing modules are merged in a single session, the Listening and Reading modules are separated into two sections. There are twenty different types of questions in all four forms, ranging from MCQs to essay writing, reading out phrases to selecting the correct answer.
The PTE exam is a computer-based examination with a time limit of three hours for candidates to complete. The PTE exam score is usually available in 5 business days and can be arranged up to 24 hours in advance.
So, what are the PTE exam eligibility requirements?
This test is open to everyone who is at least 16 years old.
When does this test take place?
Exams take place throughout the year and can be given at least 6 to 8 times every month. Those who want to take the PTE exam can also schedule the test up to 24 hours in advance.
What is the format of the PTE test, and how much time is allotted to each module?
Let’s understand PTE module timings in detail.
Module 1:
Speaking & Writing
Time Allotted: 77 to 93 minutes
Questions:
Given below are questions asked in the PTE Speaking and Writing module.
| QUESTIONS TYPES | NUMBER OF QUESTIONS | DURATION PER QUESTION |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Introduction | 1 | 55 seconds |
| Read Aloud | 6-7 | 30-40 seconds |
| Repeat Sentence | 10-12 | 15 seconds |
| Describe Image | 6-7 | 25 seconds |
| Re-tell Lecture | 3-4 | 90 seconds |
| Answer Short Questions | 10-12 | 20 seconds |
| Summarize Written text | 1 sentence summary | 10 min |
| Essays | 1 essay | 20 min |
Module 2:
Reading
Time Allotted: 32 to 41 minutes
Questions:
Given below are questions asked in the PTE Reading module.
| QUESTIONS TYPES | NUMBER OF QUESTIONS | DURATION PER QUESTION |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple choice, choose single answer | 1-2 | Required to read 300 words text |
| Multiple choice, choose multiple answer | 1-2 | Required to read 300 words text |
| Re-order paragraphs | 2-3 | Required to read 300 words text |
| Fill in the blanks (Reading) | 4-5 | Required to read 300 words text |
| Fill in the blanks (Reading & Writing) | 5-6 | Required to read 300 words text |
Module 3:
Listening
Time Allotted: 45 to 57 minutes
Questions:
Given below are questions asked in the PTE Listening module.
| QUESTIONS TYPES | NUMBER OF QUESTIONS | DURATION PER QUESTION |
|---|---|---|
| Summarize spoken text | 1-2 | 60 – 90 seconds to retain 50 – 70 words, 10 minutes to write |
| Multiple choice, choose multiple answer | 1-2 | 40 – 90 seconds to prompt |
| Fill in the blanks | 2-3 | 30 – 60 seconds |
| Highlight correct summary | 1-2 | 30 – 90 seconds |
| Select missing words | 1-2 | 20 – 70 seconds |
| Multiple choice, single answer | 1-2 | 30 – 60 seconds |
| Highlight incorrect words | 2-3 | 15 – 50 seconds |
| Write from dictation | 3-4 | 3 – 5 seconds |
What is the validity of the PTE Exam?
Similar to TOEFL and IELTS, PTE exam results are valid for two years. Additionally, there is no restriction on how many institutions or universities you may send your PTE results to.
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