PTE
PTE Test Structure
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) has
similar test sections of Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing in 2 versions of Academic and
General training like in the IELTS. However, there are several distinctive features in the PTE
Academic exam format which make it stand apart from IELTS.
In IELTS, the examiner evaluates the speaking abilities
of the candidates by making live online conversation whereas in PTE, there is no live
conversation and the candidate has to speak to a computerized system for recording which is then
evaluated by a computer program to rate the test taker. However, PTE is entirely computer-based
and therefore uses many creative techniques to test the writing capabilities of the candidate,
unlike the IELTS that uses a paper-based format for the conduct of the test.
IELTS has a specific time for each paper, and test-takers
can move across sections and can attempt any question, whereas PTE has set a stipulated time for
each module and has to only follow the chronology to complete the test
Benefits
PTE Vs. Other Test
It is a computer-based examination and no anymore the
traditional pattern
Unlike IELTS, there is no ambiguity in the questions
Evaluation is mostly done by computer-based programs
which makes it more fair and impartial.
Except for the writing module, all other modules are so
designed to be completed well within the stipulated time
Discounted PTE vouchers
Faster Results – PTE academic results are usually
delivered within five business days
Test Dates – Test dates are available almost all
throughout the year in a weekly interval
The test score report is very explicitly given with
percentages in various aspects assessed during the test
