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Find the right PTE test

PTE offers a range of tests for study, work and migration — all accepted by governments and institutions around the world.

Four skills, one test

Most PTE tests assess all four core English skills in a single computer-based session.

Speaking

Writing

Reading

Listening

Explore our PTE tests

Each test serves different purposes and application routes. Check the requirements of the institution, employer or immigration authority you are applying to before booking.

For study and migration

PTE Academic

A four-skills academic English test for global university study, visa applications to Australia and New Zealand, and professional registration worldwide.

Speaking, Writing, Reading and Listening

2 hours

For Canadian visas

PTE Core

A four-skills general English test recognized by the Canadian government (IRCC) for economic immigration and citizenship.

Speaking, Writing, Reading and Listening

2 hours

For UK SELT visas

PTE Academic UKVI

A four-skills test approved for most UK SELT work visa applications and UK non-degree study routes.

Speaking, Writing, Reading and Listening

2 hours

For UK family & migration visas

PTE Home

Two-skills English tests at A1, A2 and B1 CEFR levels for UK migration and family visa applications.

Speaking and Listening

30 minutes

Accepted worldwide

Recognized by 4,000+ institutions and four national governments.

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