PTE Test Preparation
PTE Academic is accepted by universities in USA, UK, Australia, amongst others.
It was created by Person Language Tests part of the Pearson PLC group and endorsed by GMAC ® (Graduate Management Admission Council), owners of GMAT ® (Graduate Management Admission Test).
It is a computer-based exam which focuses on real-life English used in academic surroundings. Throughout the test, students will listen to a variety of accents and academic language encountered at higher education institutions in English speaking countries.
OUR PTE PREPARATION COURSE
PTE Academic is the smart choice when you want to study or work abroad. It is the fast computer-based English test that allows you to demonstrate language skills for university, professional and migration applications.
- Our scores are accepted by education institutions in Australia, New Zealand, USA, UK, Canada, Ireland, Singapore, Germany and more.
- Approved for all types of visas in Australia and New Zealand.
- Get results typically within 5 business days.
- Take your test in Nepal or in any of our +250 global test center network.
Fast results mean you can get your application in sooner and pursue your dream. Use the preparation material available to familiarize yourself with the test and make a booking in our test center in Nepal.
Academic Document Checklist
Module includes
- Reading a Text Aloud
- Repeating a sentence
- Describing an Image
- Re-telling a Lecture
- Answering short questions
- Summarizing a text
- Writing an essay
Module includes
- Summarizing spoken text
- Multiple Choice Questions based on the recording
- Fill blanks in a transcript based on recording
- Writing a diction
Module includes
- Reading Comprehension
- Re-ordering Paragraphs
- Filling Blanks in a text
Timing:
11-14 minutes
Tasks:
The Speaking test is a 3-part face-to-face oral interview with an examiner.
The Speaking test is recorded
Test Parts: There are 3 parts
Part 1 Introduction and interview (4-5 minutes)
The examiner introduces him/herself and asks the candidate to introduce him/herself and confirm his/her identity. The examiner asks the candidate general questions on familiar topics, e.g. home, family, work, studies and interests
Part 2 Individual long turn (3-4 minutes)
The examiner gives the candidate a task card which asks the candidate to talk about a particular topic and which includes points which the candidate can cover in their talk. The candidate is given 1 minute to prepare their talk, and is given a pencil and paper to make notes. The candidate talks for 1-2 minutes on the topic. The examiner then asks the candidate one or two questions on the same topic
Part 3 Two-way discussion (4-5 minutes)
The examiner asks further questions which are connected to the topic of Part 2. These questions give the candidate an opportunity to discuss more abstract issues and ideas
PTE TEST TAKING STRATEGIES
PTE Academic Structure:
The test is administered in a single 3 hours test session. The test is divided into 3 timed sections, 1 short untimed introduction and an optional 10 minute break.
| PART | TIME ALLOWED |
|---|---|
| Introduction | 1 min (25 sec for preparing 35 sec answering) |
| Speaking and Writing | 77 – 93 minutes |
| Reading | 32 – 41 minutes |
| Optional Break | 10 minutes |
| Listening | 45 – 57 minutes |
Test Scores
Test Scores are available online Typically 5 business days from taking the text. Test taker can report scores to any number of institutions for free. Selected institutions can retrieve scores online usually within 48 hours.