PTE Score Calculator – Check Your Score
If you’ve taken IELTS before and are now considering PTE, or you’ve already taken PTE in the past and need to sit the test again, chances are you’re asking the same question: what score do I need now?
With recent updates to score concordance and changing requirements across institutions and visa pathways, translating old results into a clear PTE target isn’t as straightforward as it used to be. This guide helps you understand how PTE scores compare to IELTS, what the current benchmarks mean, and how to use a PTE score calculator to plan your next step with confidence.
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What is PTE Academic?
The Pearson Test of English (better known as PTE – Academic) is a testing system designed to measure the English language competency of non-native English speakers who intend to move to countries, such as Australia, New Zealand, the UK and so on, for higher education or residency.
The test looks at the abilities of candidates in four areas – speaking, writing, reading, and listening – to assess their overall English ability, although it is of course tailored for candidates who want to get a student visa or skilled visa in the above-mentioned countries.
PTE Scoring (Updated July 2025 Scoring)
PTE is graded on a scale of 0 to 90 for each of the four sections, which are known as subtests. The score ranges from 10 to 90—10 for the lowest possible score, and 90 for a perfect score.
However, recently Pearson, the company which administers the PTE, has made changes to their concordance report. As a result of this, the PTE scores required to equate with IELTS band scores have undergone some change.
| IELTS Bands | Old PTE Scoring | New PTE Scoring |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | 86-90 | 90 |
| 8.5 | 83-85 | 86-89 |
| 8 | 79-82 | 79-85 |
| 7.5 | 73-78 | 71-78 |
| 7.0 | 65-72 | 63-70 |
| 6.5 | 58-64 | 55-62 |
| 6.0 | 50-57 | 47-54 |
| 5.5 | 42-49 | 39-46 |
| 5.0 | 36-41 | 31-38 |
| 4.5 | 29-35 | 24-30 |
*Proposed PTE Range is based on the July 2025 Pearson IELTS Concordance Report.
Here’s a breakdown of PTE scores by skill, showing how Overall, Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing scores align with IELTS Academic band scores. This table is especially useful if you are translating a previous IELTS result into a PTE target or reviewing how each skill contributes to your overall performance.
If you are using PTE results for visa or immigration purposes, keep in mind that not all countries or visa pathways apply the latest concordance updates at the same time. Always check whether the current scoring benchmarks are recognized under the specific visa or points system you are applying for before relying on these equivalencies.
| IELTS Score | Overall (PTE) | Listening | Reading | Speaking | Writing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | 24–30 | 26–32 | 29–35 | 14–23 | 17–28 |
| 5.0 | 31–38 | 33–39 | 36–41 | 24–38 | 29–40 |
| 5.5 | 39–46 | 40–46 | 42–47 | 39–53 | 41–50 |
| 6.0 | 47–54 | 47–52 | 48–53 | 54–65 | 51–59 |
| 6.5 | 55–62 | 53–57 | 54–58 | 66–75 | 60–68 |
| 7.0 | 63–70 | 58–63 | 59–64 | 76–82 | 69–76 |
| 7.5 | 71–78 | 64–68 | 65–69 | 83–87 | 77–84 |
| 8.0 | 79–85 | 69–74 | 70–74 | 88–89 | 85–89 |
| 8.5 | 86–89 | 75–80 | 75–80 | 90 | 90 |
| 9.0 | 90 | 81–90 | 81–90 | – | – |
If you are using PTE results for visa or immigration purposes, keep in mind that not all countries or visa pathways apply the latest concordance updates at the same time. Always check whether the current scoring benchmarks are recognized under the specific visa or points system you are applying for before relying on these equivalencies.
PTE Scoring Updates 2026.
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PTE Test Format & Score Distribution
PTE Academic test can only be a taken at an approved Pearson test centre. This is a computer-based test and involves mic and headphones for listening and speaking sections.
The test is a continuous 2-hour session, divided into 3 parts. There will be no breaks in between, unlike the previous 3-hour old format of the test.
You will be answering 22 different question types. Given below is the list of question types and the number of questions of each question type.
New PTE Question Types
New question type
Starting 7 August 2025, the Pearson PTE Academic exam introduces two new speaking task types: Respond to a Situation and Summarize a Group Discussion. With these additions, the Speaking section will now include 22 questions in total.
These new tasks place greater emphasis on real-world, spontaneous communication. In Respond to a Situation, test-takers must react appropriately to a practical scenario, demonstrating clarity, tone, and relevance. In Summarize a Group Discussion, candidates listen to multiple speakers and synthesize the key points into a clear, coherent response. Together, these changes reflect a stronger focus on functional speaking skills used in everyday and professional contexts.
| Part | Duration | Subtest | Question Type | Avg Number of Questions |
| PART 1 | 76 – 84 mins. | Speaking | Read Aloud | 6–7 |
| Repeat Sentence | 10–12 | |||
| Describe Image | 5–6 | |||
| Re-tell Lecture | 2–3 | |||
| Answer Short Question | 5–6 | |||
| Summarize Group Discussion (NEW) | 2–3 | |||
| Respond to a Situation (NEW) | 2–3 | |||
| Writing | Summarize Written Text | 2 | ||
| Essay | 1 | |||
| PART 2 | 23 – 30 mins. | Reading | Fill in the Blanks (Drop-down) | 5–6 |
| MCQ – Multiple | 2–3 | |||
| Re-order Paragraph | 2–3 | |||
| Fill in the Blanks (Drag & Drop) | 4–5 | |||
| MCQ – Single | 2–3 | |||
| PART 3 | 31 – 39 mins. | Listening | Summarize Spoken Text | 1 |
| MCQ – Multiple | 2–3 | |||
| Fill in the Blanks | 2–3 | |||
| MCQ – Single | 2–3 | |||
| Select Missing Word | 1–2 | |||
| Highlight Correct Summary | 2–3 | |||
| Highlight Incorrect Words | 2–3 | |||
| Write from Dictation | 3–4 |
PTE Integrated Scoring Guide
Most of the PTE question types have integrated scoring, which means a speaking-based question may also include marks for reading or listening. A good example is the Repeat Sentence task in the speaking section, where PTE candidates not only earn marks in speaking but also in listening.
Below are two charts that provide a complete breakdown of how each question type contributes scores towards different sections. One of the two PTE scoring chart is based on the contribution of each question type to its respective section, allowing candidates to focus more on specific areas. The second PTE chart arranges the questions based on their maximum contribution in descending order.
Score Contributions of PTE Question Types by Section
| Question Type | Avg Qs | Speaking | Reading | Writing | Listening | Total Marks | |
| Speaking Section | |||||||
| Read Aloud | 6–7 | 8.00 | – | – | – | 8.00 | |
| Repeat Sentence | 10–12 | 14.00 | – | – | 15.00 | 29.00 | |
| Describe Image | 5–6 | 28.00 | – | – | – | 28.00 | |
| Re-tell Lecture | 2–3 | 11.00 | – | – | 12.00 | 23.00 | |
| Answer Short Question | 5–6 | – | – | – | 3.00 | 3.00 | |
| Summarize Group Discussion (NEW) | 2–3 | 17.00 | – | – | 18.00 | 35.00 | |
| Respond to a Situation (NEW) | 2–3 | 12.00 | – | – | – | 12.00 | |
| Writing Section | |||||||
| Summarize Written Text | 2 | – | 20.00 | 25.00 | – | 45.00 | |
| Essay | 1 | – | – | 28.00 | – | 28.00 | |
| Reading Section | |||||||
| Fill in the Blanks (Drop-down) | 5–6 | – | 25.00 | – | – | 25.00 | |
| MCQ – Multiple | 2–3 | – | 4.00 | – | – | 4.00 | |
| Re-order Paragraph | 2–3 | – | 8.00 | – | – | 8.00 | |
| Fill in the Blanks (Drag & Drop) | 4–5 | – | 17.00 | – | – | 17.00 | |
| MCQ – Single | 2–3 | – | 2.00 | – | – | 2.00 | |
| Listening Section | |||||||
| Summarize Spoken Text | 1 | – | – | 17.00 | 9.00 | 26.00 | |
| MCQ – Multiple | 2–3 | – | – | – | 3.00 | 3.00 | |
| Fill in the Blanks | 2–3 | – | – | – | 7.00 | 7.00 | |
| MCQ – Single | 2–3 | – | – | – | 1.50 | 1.50 | |
| Select Missing Word | 1–2 | – | – | – | 1.00 | 1.00 | |
| Highlight Correct Summary | 2–3 | – | 2.00 | – | 1.50 | 3.50 | |
| Highlight Incorrect Words | 2–3 | – | 12.00 | – | 7.00 | 19.00 | |
| Write from Dictation | 3–4 | – | – | 20.00 | 12.00 | 32.00 | |
| 90.00 | 90.00 | 90.00 | 90.00 | ||||
PTE Integrated Scoring Guide
Some of the questions in PTE Academic contribute marks towards more than one part. For example, 4 out of 7 question types in the Speaking part also contribute marks towards the listening section. So, for exam, if you are struggling to achieve your desired score in Writing, you will not only need to work on Write Essay and Summarise Written Text, but also Listening Fill in the blanks, Listening Writing from Dictation and Reading & Writing Fill in the blanks as well.
PTE Question Types by Section Ranked By Maximum Score Impact
| Question Type | Avg. Number of Questions | Speaking | Reading | Writing | Listening | Total Marks |
| Summarize Written Text | 2 | – | 20.00 | 25.00 | – | 45.00 |
| Summarize Group Discussion (NEW) | 2–3 | 17.00 | – | – | 18.00 | 35.00 |
| Write from Dictation | 3–4 | – | – | 20.00 | 12.00 | 32.00 |
| Repeat Sentence | 10–12 | 14.00 | – | – | 15.00 | 29.00 |
| Describe Image | 5–6 | 28.00 | – | – | – | 28.00 |
| Essay | 1 | – | – | 28.00 | – | 28.00 |
| Summarize Spoken Text | 1 | – | – | 17.00 | 9.00 | 26.00 |
| Fill in the Blanks (Drop-down) | 5–6 | – | 25.00 | – | – | 25.00 |
| Re-tell Lecture | 2–3 | 11.00 | – | – | 12.00 | 23.00 |
| Highlight Incorrect Words | 2–3 | – | 12.00 | – | 7.00 | 19.00 |
| Fill in the Blanks (Drag & Drop) | 4–5 | – | 17.00 | – | – | 17.00 |
| Respond to a Situation (NEW) | 2–3 | 12.00 | – | – | – | 12.00 |
| Read Aloud | 6–7 | 8.00 | – | – | – | 8.00 |
| Re-order Paragraph | 2–3 | – | 8.00 | – | – | 8.00 |
| Fill in the Blanks (Listening) | 2–3 | – | – | – | 7.00 | 7.00 |
| MCQ – Multiple (Reading) | 2–3 | – | 4.00 | – | – | 4.00 |
| Highlight Correct Summary | 2–3 | – | 2.00 | – | 1.50 | 3.50 |
| Answer Short Question | 5–6 | – | – | – | 3.00 | 3.00 |
| MCQ – Multiple (Listening) | 2–3 | – | – | – | 3.00 | 3.00 |
| MCQ – Single (Reading) | 2–3 | – | 2.00 | – | – | 2.00 |
| MCQ – Single (Listening) | 2–3 | – | – | – | 1.50 | 1.50 |
| Select Missing Word | 1–2 | – | – | – | 1.00 | 1.00 |
PTE Result Score Card
Enter your individual PTE scores to estimate your scores for each question type across the four communicative skills.
Enter your individual PTE scores to estimate your scores for each question type across the four communicative skills.
Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimated PTE scores and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Pearson; actual results may vary. Read More..
The scores provided by this calculator are estimates based on the publicly available scoring contributions of various question types in the PTE Academic exam. While we strive for accuracy, please note that this tool does not reflect the official PTE scoring system and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Pearson or the PTE Academic. The purpose of this calculator is to offer a general understanding of how different question types contribute to your overall score.
Your actual PTE scores may vary based on factors such as test conditions, individual performance, and Pearson's proprietary scoring algorithms. For official results, please refer to your PTE score report issued by Pearson.
We recommend using this tool as a guide and consulting official PTE resources for more detailed information on scoring.
Nursing (AHPRA) Registration Australia
If you are a migrant nurse in Australia, you need to take IELTS or PTE to register as an Enrolled Nurse (EN) or a Registered (RN) before you start practicing as a nurse. AHPRA requires a minimum of 65 score each in listening, reading, writing and speaking sections of PTE either in 1 sitting or in 2 sittings no more than 6 months apart. Use the PTE score calculator below to find out if you are eligible to combine scores in 2 sittings or not.
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Disclaimer : Take note that this is a general PTE overall score calculator guide and you still need to check your eligibility with the respective registration bodies.
PTE Rescoring Advice Calculator
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What’s next?
Now that you understand how current PTE scores align with IELTS and how each skill contributes to your result, the next step is turning that insight into action.
- Confirm your target score based on today’s PTE–IELTS concordance and your visa, study, or registration requirements.
- Review your skill breakdown to identify which areas are holding your score back.
- Focus your practice strategically, especially on question types with the highest score impact.
- Use a structured preparation plan so your practice aligns with how PTE is marked today—not outdated benchmarks.
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Hello Sir, i have taken my PTE exams on dated 17.08.2023 and got 67 score overall (Speaking 78, Listening 68, Reading 66 and writing 59) then i appeared in the exam on dated 27.01.2024 with overall score 65 (speaking 73, writing 73, listening 67 and reading 61).
Sir, i need 65 overall and 65 in each module. Can i combine this score to claim 65 overall and 65 i n each module?