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Feature |
PTE General |
PTE Academic |
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About the test |
Formerly London Tests of English General. |
Launched in 2009. Endorsed by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC). |
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Who accepts? |
Only a few countries accept. |
Most universities accept for admission purposes. |
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Who should give this test? |
Non-native speakers of English migrating to an English-speaking country. |
Those who wish to apply for colleges or universities abroad. |
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Eligibility criterion |
No age limit or specific qualification needed. |
Age should be at least 18 years or above. |
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Exam Format |
Mainly 2 sections – a written paper, and a spoken test. |
Similar to the IELTS, there are 4 sections – Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing |
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Validity of Score |
Lifetime validity. PTE General certificates do not expire. |
Valid for 2 years from date of issue of result. |
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When is the exam held? |
Held in 200+ locations globally, more than 360 days a year. |
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Who conducts the test? |
By Pearson in partnership with Edexcel Limited. |
By Pearson Language Tests. Endorsed by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC). |