PTE Test Center

PTE, Pearson Test of English Academic is an international computer based-test that evaluates  English language proficiency skills. This test is taken by aspirants willing to study abroad or to get employed in foreign countries. It is a standardized test for the assessment of language skills. Many educational institutions and professional organizations consider this test as a standard for the English language during the course of admission.

It is organized and managed by Pearson PLC Group and is accepted by many universities especially the ones in the UK, New Zealand, and Australia. It evaluates Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening skills of the examinee. The exam is conducted in an online environment that is computer-based for a duration of 3 hours. The exam centers are located throughout the world.

PTE Test Centers

It is successfully conducted in numerous centers throughout the world. You can select the country of your choice from the official site of Pearson PTE. After selecting the country, it shows the centers where testing is provided in that particular country along with the price for taking the exam. Some of the countries where you can take this test include:

• Australia
• Austria
• Azerbaijan
• Bahrain
• Bangladesh
• Belarus
• Belgium
• Botswana
• Brazil
• Bulgaria
• Canada
• Chile
• Colombia
• Czech Republic
• Ecuador
• Egypt
• Estonia
• Finland
• France
• Georgia
• Germany
• Ghana
• Greece
• Hong Kong SAR, China
• India
• Indonesia
• Iraq
• Ireland
• Israel
• Italy
• Jamaica
• Japan
• Jordan
• Kazakhstan
• Kenya
• Kuwait
• Lebanon
• Macedonia
• Malaysia
• Mexico
• Mongolia
• Nepal
• New Zealand
• Nigeria
• Oman
• Pakistan
• Philippines
• Puerto Rico
• Qatar
• Romania
• Saudi Arabia
• Singapore
• South Africa
• South Korea
• Spain
• Sri Lanka
• Taiwan, China
• Thailand
• Turkey
• United Arab Emirates
• United Kingdom
• United States
• Vietnam

PTE Test Center in India

PTE is conducted in almost all the important cities in India. A passport as an ID is mandatory for taking the test. In case of failure of the above requirement, you will not be allowed to take the test.

PTE Test Centers in Bangalore

The Pearson group opened up its first test centre in India in Bangalore, to increase the reach of PTE Test Centers across India and provide easy and reliable access to a globally-recognized English Proficiency Test. Below is a list of PTE Test Centers in Bangalore-

PTE Test Centers in Hyderabad

A candidate can register for the PTE test as late as 24 hours before the exam by choosing a desired slot and location for the test. There are several test centres located in Hyderabad, and the Pearson group has also opened a test centre in Hyderabad as well-

PTE Test Center in Delhi

Various PTE test centres are located in different parts of Delhi to provide easy access to take the PTE exam. PTE Test Centers in Delhi-

PTE Test Centers in Chennai

The various PTE Test Centers in Chennai are-

PTE Test Centers in Chandigarh

Chandigarh is an emerging hotspot of education in India, and students are entering themselves into various new academic studies and competitive exams to advance their careers. Pearson group also has a test centre opened in Chandigarh for aspiring students-

PTE Test Centers in Punjab

There are several PTE Test Centers located throughout Punjab, in all the major cities/regions. The various test centres located in Punjab are-

PTE Test Centers in Pune

The PTE is a computer-based test that is conducted to analyse the English Proficiency skills of the candidate. The test centres for PTE exams are also located in Pune-

PTE Test Centers in Kolkata

Although being a major big city of India, Kolkata has only one established PTE test centre for aspiring students. Below are the name and address of the test centre-

PTE Test Center in Gujarat

Gujarat has various test centres located throughout the state, in all the major cities/regions. Below is a list-

PTE Test Center in Kerala

Following are the PTE Test Centers in Kerala-

PTE Test Centers in Mumbai

The PTE Test Centers in Mumbai are-

FAQs

Q1. How many PTE attempts can I take?

Ans. A candidate can take the PTE test as many times as he wants. If you are not satisfied with your scores, you can make another attempt. There is no restriction imposed on the number of times a candidate can take the test. It is advisable to wait for the results to be out for the test already taken before applying for another one.

Q2. What is the validity of   PTE scores?

Ans. The scores obtained in a PTE exam is valid for two years. This time period starts from the date when the candidate has appeared for the test. After completion of two years, the scores expire and are removed from the official site. The scores are valid for 3 years for cases involving immigration visas for Australia.

Q3. Is there any negative marking in the PTE test?

Ans. There is no negative marking for the test. However, there are 3 tasks- multiple-choice questions in reading, listening, and highlighting the incorrect words which follow negative marking. These sections use partial credit scoring patterns.

Q4. Is any other form of identity proof accepted at the PTE academic test center?

Ans. No other form of identity proof is valid at the PTE academic test center. Only a passport is an accepted identity proof. Other documents like Aadhar card are not permitted.

Q5. What is the difference between IELTS and PTE?

Ans. The major difference between the two is that IELTS is a paper-based test whereas PTE is entirely computer-based. In IELTS, the answers are read and written in paper whereas it is done through online mode in PTE. The speaking section assessment is done by means of an interview in IELTS. In PTE,  the speaking section is completed through a computer only.