PTE Exam Pattern 2025
The PTE exam consists of three key sections: Speaking & Writing, Reading, and Listening. The format, number of questions, and timing are regularized for all candidates. The fully computer-based test uses AI-driven scoring to guarantee fairness and consistency.
PTE Academic Test Pattern
Usual for students and professionals applying to universities, jobs, or migration programs in English-speaking countries. The test focuses on real-life English skills required on academic and professional grounds. Candidates are recommended to reserve around 3–6 months of focused prep.
| Section | No. of Questions | Tasks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speaking & Writing | 28–36 | Personal Intro, Read Aloud, Repeat Sentence, Explain Image, Re-tell Lecture, Answer Short Query, Outline Written Text, Write Essay | 54–67 minutes |
| Reading | 13-18 | Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks, Multiple Choice (Multiple/Single Answer), Re-order Paragraphs, Reading: Fill in the Blanks | 29–30 minutes |
| Listening | 12–20 | Summarize Spoken Text, Multiple Choice (Multiple/Single Answer), Fill in the Blanks, Highlight Correct Summary, Select Missing Word, Highlight Incorrect Words, Write from Dictation | 30-43 minutes |
PTE Academic Test Syllabus
The PTE Academic assesses your English language skills through the following test sections:
This section tests your spoken and written English skills. Tasks are integrated and based on real-life academic scenarios.
- No. of Questions : 28–36.
- Task Types:
- Personal Introduction (not scored).
- Read Aloud.
- Repeat Sentence.
- Describe Image.
- Re-tell Lecture
- Answer Short Question
- Summarize Written Text (1–2 tasks) & Write Essay (1–2 tasks)
- Duration : 54–67 minutes.
The Reading section evaluates your ability to understand written English in academic contexts.
- No. of Questions : Academic articles, information texts, instructions, and factual or argumentative passages.
- Task Types:
- Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks.
- Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers.
- Re-order Paragraphs.
- Reading: Fill in the Blanks.
- Multiple Choice, Single Answer
- Duration : 29–30 minutes.
The Listening section assesses your ability to understand spoken English in academic environments.
- No. of Questions : 12–20.
- Task Types:
- Summarize Spoken Text.
- Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers & Single Answer.
- Fill in the Blanks.
- Highlight Correct Summary.
- Select the Missing Word.
- Highlight Incorrect Words & Write from Dictation.
- Duration : 30–43 minutes.
Speaking & Writing
This section tests your spoken and written English skills. Tasks are integrated and based on real-life academic scenarios.
- No. of Questions : 28–36.
- Task Types:
- Personal Introduction (not scored).
- Read Aloud.
- Repeat Sentence.
- Describe Image.
- Re-tell Lecture
- Answer Short Question
- Summarize Written Text (1–2 tasks) & Write Essay (1–2 tasks)
- Duration : 54–67 minutes.
Reading
The Reading section evaluates your ability to understand written English in academic contexts.
- No. of Questions : Academic articles, information texts, instructions, and factual or argumentative passages.
- Task Types:
- Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks.
- Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers.
- Re-order Paragraphs.
- Reading: Fill in the Blanks.
- Multiple Choice, Single Answer
- Duration : 29–30 minutes.
Listening
The Listening section assesses your ability to understand spoken English in academic environments.
- No. of Questions : 12–20.
- Task Types:
- Summarize Spoken Text.
- Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers & Single Answer.
- Fill in the Blanks.
- Highlight Correct Summary.
- Select the Missing Word.
- Highlight Incorrect Words & Write from Dictation.
- Duration : 30–43 minutes.
PTE Scoring Overview
Listening, Reading, Speaking & Writing
Sections score 10–90 on accuracy, fluency, content, completion; multitask skills.
Automated Scoring
AI-driven for consistency and objectivity.
Results
Usually available within 2 business days.