How to register
- Create your myPTE accountRegistration, choosing your test date and your results are all handled in this account.
- Choose the version, location and timePTE Academic or PTE Academic UKVI, depending on your purpose. Dates and fees vary by country.
- Enter your details exactly as they appear on your IDYour name, date of birth and nationality must match your ID.
- Pay and keep the confirmation emailIt includes the test center address and the time of your test.
What to bring
- Your original, valid passport
- In some countries, Pearson accepts another original ID instead of a passport
On test day
- Arrive at least 30 minutes early for identification, a photo and your signature
- Your belongings are stored in a locker
- The whole test is on a computer, with a headset and microphone
- There is no scheduled break, and leaving the room does not stop the clock
After the test
Results
Overall score and four skill scores, from 10 to 90, in your myPTE account.
Timing
Usually available in about 2 days.
Validity
Pearson considers results valid for 2 years, but the organization receiving them may have a different rule.
Frequently asked questions
How many times can I take it?
You can book a new test once you receive the results of the previous one, within Pearson's limits.
Can I reschedule?
Yes, within Pearson's deadlines. The closer you get to the date, the fewer options you have and the more likely you are to lose part of the fee.
Can my score be reviewed?
You can request a rescore of the entire test by a human rater, for a fee. Your score may go up or down.