Both the tests evaluate your English skills with set framework; however, PTE is getting more popular than IELTS being a computer based test with a higher accuracy levels than the later. There is no human interference as PTE is evaluated solely by an E-rater; thus, there is no hole for goof up.
There is no PTE- General is not recognized by Australia for any visa purposes. You need to take PTE- Academic version only.
PTE is recently gaining popularity in Europe, Pacific and Asia regions. Almost 6000 organizations accept PTE. Australia recognizes PTE for both study or migration purposes.
PTE is quite a new test which is fully computerized, and no instructions are read before starting any of the task in all the modules; therefore, one need to be well-versed with the structure of the exam. A clear idea of every task of the exam will minimize the chance of getting confused in exam. It is recommended to understand the correct methodology to pass the test with high score.
For speaking section of PTE, test takers need to speak into the microphone which is saved as audio files and answers are analyzed by Patented Ordinate scoring system of PTE. Writing is done on computer and scoring is done by Intelligent Essay Assessor (IEA), an automated scoring tool of Pearson KAT engine, after evaluating the text of the essay.
PTE is evaluated from the scale of 10-90 score; whereas, IELTS is checked by band score of 0-9. Following is the comparison of score for both the exams.
You don’t have to have special computer skills. Try to develop a speed of typing where you can type at least 200 words in 20 minutes. Be familiar with traditional keyboards.
PTE has designed a very sophisticated software that can recognize almost 190 accents around the world. That is one of the reasons why our many Asian students are able to score 90/90 in speaking module.
Definitely, you will be provided with an erasable notebook and marker pen at the beginning of exam and it will be with you throughout the duration of exam.
As per PTE test policy, you cannot rewind your test. Once you have pressed next, you cannot go back.
It will take around five business days to get your result; however, many students get their result next day of their exam. There are certain exceptional delays if there are irregularities observed during exam.
You can take PTE Academic as many times as you like. You must wait to receive your scores before you can book your next test.