PTE Pearson Test Of English
The PTE (Pearson Test of English) is a computer-based English language proficiency examination utilized for both study abroad and immigration purposes. It is administered by Pearson in partnership with JnS Education in Pakistan.
PTE Academic enjoys recognition from numerous universities across the globe, including renowned institutions like Harvard Business School, INSEAD, and Yale. Additionally, it is an accepted assessment for visa applications by the governments of Australia and New Zealand.
PTE Test Highlights
| Exam Name | Pearson Test of English |
| Official Website | www.pearsonpte.com |
| Conducting Body | Pearson PCL group |
| Test Center in Pakistan | Peach Testing Center (JnS Education) www.jnsedu.com |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
| Name of Sections | Speaking & Writing, Reading, and Listening |
| Score Range | 10-90 Points |
Why Choose PTE?
PTE Test offers more facilities than other English Language Testing. Given below are the details for the same.
AI Scoring:
It means that there will be an algorithm which will work to calculate the scores. No human checking will be done.
Unbiased Scoring:
Since the responses are graded by AI against thousands of previous responses, the scoring will be specific to the candidate’s performance only.
Fast Result:
The results are available within 5 days from the day of the test. However, on average the results are available within 48 hours.
Wide Acceptance and Recognition:
PTE scores are accepted globally for thousands of academic programs. Candidates can send their scores to as many organization as they want free of cost.
PTE Test Dates & availability
- PTE Test is available every day from Monday to Friday throughout the year.
- Candidates may book their slots as per their convenience.
- Candidates who are willing to take Pearson Test of English can register themselves 48 hours prior to the exam day.
PTE Test Centers Location & Test Fee
Some of the cities in Pakistan where PTE test centres were commonly located include:
Karachi:
USEFP
17th Floor, B.R.R. Tower
Off Hassan Ali Street,
I.I. Chundrigar Road
Karachi 75600
Sindh
Pakistan
JNS Education – Karachi
Bld 44C, 2nd Floor, Khayaban-e-Bukhari,
Bukhari Commercial Area, Phase 6,
DHA
Karachi 75500
Sindh
Pakistan
Lahore:
USEFP – Lahore
Inside F. C. College
Near Staff Colony
Lahore 54000
Punjab
Pakistan
JNS Education
4th Floor, 117-P, MM Alam Road
Gulberg II
Near mini market round about
Lahore 54000
Punjab
Pakistan
Islamabad:
USEFP- Islamabad
H-5, ST 17, F6/2
Islamabad 44000
Pakistan
JnS Education – Islamabad
85 West Rizwan center
4th Floor, Jinnah Ave
Block F, G 7/3 Blue Area
Islamabad 44000
Islamabad, Pakistan
Multan:
NCBMS Multan
Chen One Tower, M-FLOOR OFFICE # NO. 5
ABADA ALI ROAD
Multan 60000
Punjab
Pakistan
Test Fees: $215 USD
PTE Test Center Contact Number
Landline: +92 51 2150398-99
working hours: 9:00am – 6:00pm (Monday – Saturday)
Mobile: 0335 6664660
PTE Preparation In Pakistan
- The official guide of PTE Academic with 200 questions for practice, sample response analysis and tips can be bought from the official website.
- Candidates can download the offline practice test paper from the official website.
- Candidate can take preparation courses from official PTE Test Center in Islamabad.
- Candidates can also take preparation courses from Official PTE Test Center’s Reputed Training Center (RTC) located in multiple cities around Pakistan.
| Exam Format | Details |
| PTE Exam Pattern | A language assessment in English is designed to evaluate candidates’ Reading proficiency (29-30 min.), Speaking & Writing abilities (54-67 min.), and Listening capabilities (30-43 min.) for academic pursuits in English-speaking countries. |
| PTE Exam Time | 2.10 Hour |
| Medium of Exam | Computer-based exam at the test center. A headset will be provided. |
| Exam Mode | Exam Centre / Home Edition |
| Evaluation Type | Evaluate authentic English language proficiency |
| Nos. of Que. | 20 Types |
PTE Modules Details
PTE Academic consists of 4 parts – Speaking & Writing; Reading; Listening.
The duration of the test is two hours.
Part 1: Speaking and Writing
- The section is to be attempted in 54– 67 minutes
- Speaking skill is assessed on a candidates’ ability to converse/interact in English in an academic environment
- Writing part tests a candidates’ grammar and spellings
- Questions will include
- Personal Introduction
- Read Aloud
- Repeat Sentence
- Describe Image
- Re-tell Lecture
- Answer Short Question
| Que. Topics | Task | Duration | Skills |
| Personal introduction | 1 | 55 Sec.: 25s prompt, 30s to record; one attempt allowed. | – |
| Read Aloud | 6 – 7 | 30s-40s allotted for preparation and for reading a text passage of up to 60 words. | Reading and Speaking |
| Repeat Sentence | 10 – 12 | 15 Sec.: Listen for 3-9s, then record within 15s. | Listening and Speaking |
| Describe Image | 3 – 4 | 40 seconds to view and respond to the image. | Speaking |
| Retell Lecture | 1 – 2 | Prompt duration: 90 seconds; Preparation time: 10 seconds; Response time: 40 seconds. | Listening and Speaking |
| Answer Short Question | 5 – 6 | 20 seconds total: 3-9 seconds for the prompt, 10 seconds for response. | Listening and Speaking |
| Summarize Written Text | 1 – 2 | 10 minutes to respond to a 300-word text prompt; summarize the main points of the reading in a single sentence of up to 75 words. | Reading and Writing |
| Write Essay | 1 – 2 | Respond to a 2-3 sentence text prompt within 20 minutes. Ensure your response is between 200 to 300 words. | Writing |
| Total Questions | 28 – 36 | Duration: 54-67 minutes. |
Part 2: Reading
- Reading section is of 29-30 minutes
- Questions type includes
- Fill in the blanks
- Multiple-choice questions
- Re-ordering sections
| Que. Topics | Task | Duration | Skills |
| Fill in the blanks | 5 – 6 | Read a 300-word text, fill in blanks, and click ‘Next’. No time limit | Reading and Writing |
| Multiple choice, multiple answers | 1 – 2 | Review a 300-word text, select all relevant responses, and click ‘Next’. No time limit. | Reading |
| Re-order paragraph | 2 – 3 | Review a 150-word text and reorder paragraphs appropriately. Click ‘Next’ when ready; no time constraint applies. | Reading |
| Fill in the blanks | 4 – 5 | Read an 80-word text and complete the blanks. Click ‘Next’ when ready; no time constraint. | Reading |
| Multiple-choice, single answer | 1 – 2 | Read 300 words of text and proceed by clicking ‘Next’—no time limit applies. | Reading |
| Total Questions | 13-18 | Duration: 29 – 30 minutes |
Part 3: Listening
- Listening section is 30-43 minutes
- Questions are asked through audio Test takers must listen to these clips carefully as they are played only once.
- Questions type includes –
- Selecting missing words
- Highlighting incorrect words
- Writing from dictation
- Filling the blanks
- Summarizing spoken text
- Multiple-choice questions
- Highlighting the correct summary