PTE Academic: The Pearson Test Of English Academic is an English test recognize throughout the world. Let’s look at 30 quick PTE Academic Facts!
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PTE Academic is a full computer-oriented test. From exam to scoring, by the computer system designed to perfection.
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Endorse by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), the same organization is responsible for GMAT.
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PTE Academic was launched in 2009 by Pearson Language Tests.
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It is a three-hour long test.
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The test scores on a scale of 10-90 ( Global Scale Of English)
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There are three sections in PTE Academic: Speaking & Writing, Reading and Listening.
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Speaking & Writing Section is 77-93 minutes long
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Reading Section is 32-41 minutes.
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Listening Section is 45-47 minutes.
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Apart from these three sections, enabling skills scores for grammar, oral fluency, pronunciation, spelling, vocabulary and written discourse.
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The test cost 13,299 INR but you can get a PTE Voucher discount through authorized reseller's like PTENOTE.
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The pieces of equipment in a typical PTE Academic includes a computer screen, mouse, keyboard, headphone & microphone.
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Result available within 5 days of the test.
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One 10 min optional break given after reading section.
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You can reschedule or cancel your PTE Academic slot, cost may vary depending upon the time.
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PTE Academic is the most popular English test.
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The Test Center provides lockers but Pearson is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
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You can appear for the exam any number of time, no restrictions.
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A vast range of slots ie. date and time is available to choose from.
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Passport is a must in order to appear for the exam.
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You can send your scores to universities directly through Pearson's website.
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The PTE Academic Scorecard is valid for 2 years from the exam.
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The same centers which are responsible to deliver GMAT ie. VUE also delivers PTE Academic.
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Scores on ScoreCard: Overall Score; Communicative Skills: Speaking, Writing, Listening, Reading; Enabling Skills: Grammar, Oral Fluency, Pronunciation, Spelling, Vocabulary, Written Discourse.
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Apart from PTE Academic, Pearson conducts two more tests: PTE General & PTE Young Learner Test
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Students sit on a partitioned desk.
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There is only one item in PTE Academic which isn't scored: Personal Introduction.
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Personal Introduction is sent to Universities along with the scores.
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There is word limit for each question and it's given in the instructions.
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You cannot go back to previous questions.
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