PTE
PTE stands for Pearson test of English and is a computerized test that has gained worldwide acceptance by educational institutions and immigration departments, mainly in Australia and New Zealand. It is a computer-based English language exam. It is divided into three groups:
- PTE General
- PTE Academic
- PTE Young Learners
What are the types of PTE exams?
PTE General has Written and spoken tests, PTE Academic has listening, writing, reading, and speaking tests, and PTE Young learners are for children of 6-13 years with formats like group speaking, board games, picture matching, and story writing.
What are the eligibility criteria for the PTE exam?
To become eligible for the PTE exam, candidates must have the PTE Academic:
- It should be 16 years
- Require Parental consent for those below 18 years
- Maximum age no restriction as such.
The PTE score of 50-63 is competent; however, for admissions to better Colleges and Universities, the score range is 65-75 and above.
Why should you choose PTE?
You can choose PTE for many reasons:
- Fast exam results within 48 hours of taking the exam.
- Fair assessment consistently
- Advanced test schedule up to advance 24 hours and 365 days a year
- Accepted by all Colleges and Universities in Australia
- Convenient test format
- Easy to cancel and get a refund
- Mock tests are officially available
- Easy writing module as compared to IELTS.
Which countries can you go to by taking PTE exams?
By taking PTE exams and getting the desired score, students can join famous Universities in The United States of America, The United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, and China.
Where are the PTE test centers in Nepal?
The test centers of PTE allow students to book a date for PTE exams for the coming days, weeks, or months. Some of the PTE test centers in Nepal are:
- Alfa Beta Institute Pvt. Ltd
- British Professional College Kathmandu
- Chitwan Medical College Bharatpur Chitwan
- Atlas star IT Center 2
- Kathmandu College of Management
What are the exam fees for PTE in Nepal?
180 USD plus 15 percent USD tax plus bank charge. (NPR 25000)
How is the PTE exam marked, and what is their equivalence with IELTS scores?
The PTE academic gives a score from 10-90 on a global scale in English
The score charts are as follows:
- 85-90 IELTS equivalent Nine bands for those who can understand everything read or heard and express fluently and precisely
- 76-84 IELTS 7-8 band a very high level of English proficiency
- 59-75 IELTS 5.5-6.5 Band suitable for undergraduate and post-graduate entry requirements
- 43-58 IELTS band 4-5 for undergraduate-level study
- 30-42 IELTS N/A Too low for academic courses but set for foundation courses.
How to get a good score on PTE academic test?
- Get the basic information about the PTE exam.
- Understand the question structure and make a timetable of study.
- Give equal time for improving efficacy in reading, listening, speaking, and writing.
- Make notes during the preparations.
- Try out some practice tests.
- Read many English articles and stress vocabulary, pronunciation, and correct representations.
- Enhance your academic writing skills.
- Get a class from a good PTE learning institute in advance and take their tips and lessons to score high.
Which are the language centers offering PTE preparations in Nepal?
- AECC Global
- Alfa Beta Institute
- Expert education and VISA services
- Nepal Education Consultancy
- Ozone Education and Career Center
- The British College
- Ehub International
- Gateway Nepal Education Consultancy