PTE Coaching

PTE is one of the most accepted English proficiency tests. The test is used by embassies and employers in their candidate assessment processes. It is the world’s leading computer-based test of English for candidates wanting to study or immigrate abroad. The PTE score is accepted by various academic institutes worldwide including Harvard Business School, INSEAD and Yale University. A good PTE score can greatly improve your chances of success.

PTE Modules :

• Listening

This component assesses a person’s ability to comprehend academic Spoken English in varied accents.

• Summarize spoken text (2-3 questions)
  The test taker needs to prepare a summary using 50- 70 words based on the lecture he is made to listen.
• Multiple choice-choose multiple responses (2-3 questions) The candidate has to select the possible options from a range based on the audio one is made to hear.
• Highlight the correct summary (2-3 questions)
  A person has to choose one option out of four rendered options for summary of the spoken excerpt.
• Fill in the blanks (2-3 questions)
  The audio has a few blanks which is to be filled in as the audio goes on.
• Select the missing word (2-3 questions)
  At the end of the audio shall be a beep which has four plausible options to choose from.
• Highlight the incorrect word (2-3 questions) As the audio goes on, the tape script on the screen has a few errors which needs to be selected.
• Write from Dictation
  The candidate needs to write the sentence as it flows in the audio.

• Reading
  • Multiple choice questions, single answer(2-3 questions)
    There are four given options for a question which is based upon a reading extract.
  • Multiple choice questions, multiple answers (2-3questions)The candidate has to choose 2 or 3 correct answer from the given options based upon reading of the given extract. There is a negative marking for each incorrect response.
  • Re-order paragraphs (3-4 questions)
    This question needs the person to re arrange a number of paragraphs in their sequential order.
  • Fill in the blanks (4-5 questions)
    The applicant needs to drag the possible options and put them in the spaces provided.
  • Fill in the blanks (5-6 questions)
    The candidate needs to choose from four possible options for each given blank.
• Writing

This module takes account of a person’s competence at academic writing testing analytical skills and comprehending the written excerpt.

• Summarize written text (1-3)
  The candidate needs to present the summary of the written passage mentioning all the relevant aspects using one sentence.
• Essay writing (1-2)
  The candidate needs to write an analytical essay using 200-300 words dealing with the question prompt appropriately
• Speaking
  • Read aloud (5-6 questions)
    The candidate is required to read a written excerpt from the screen. Candidate’s ability to read and speak appropriately is the tested ability.
  • Repeat sentence (10-12 questions)
    A sentence is being heard and the candidate needs to speak the same sentence into the microphone.
  • Describe image (4-5 questions)
    The candidate needs to describe all the major elements of an image displayed on the screen.
  • Re-tell lecture (3-4 questions)
    The test- taker needs to listen to the lecture and present the key points describing the introductory, main and concluding ideas.
  • Answer short question (10-12 questions)
    The candidate needs to answer a question based on general information or knowledge.

Reasons why most people opt for the PTE

• Flexible: Test dates are available almost for over 360 days in a year in over 250 centers worldwide
• Fast: Results are declared typically within 5 working days
• Fair: Since the test uses computerized marking, it ensures that all test takers are scored accurately and impartially
• Secure: Various measures are taken to ensure test security like randomized test forms, palm-vein scanning and data forensics
• Unlimited: Test takers can send their test results to as many Universities or Institutions as they like with no extra payment

How is The PTE Scored?

The scoring in PTE is done from 10 to 90 with 10 being the lowest and 90 being the highest. Increments happen by 1 point. The grading scale showcases the test taker’s ability to read, write, speak and understand instructions given in English. The scores are also provided in a graph for easy understanding of the candidate as well as the areas of improvement.

Where Can It Be Used?

The PTE (Academic) can be used for both immigration and study overseas. The governments of Australia and New Zealand accept PTE (Academic) test scores for immigration. Various Universities across Australia, New Zealand, and Europe also accept PTE (Academic) test scores.