PTE Academic

The test is scored by computer algorithms designed from multiple human marking guides. It has four sections consisting of Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing and all sections are computer based taken with headset and microphone enchasing the speaking and listening section of the test.
PTE Academic results are valid just for 2 years from the issued date. PTE academic is intended for universities and collages to test the English proficiency of students to make sure they’re able to access their study materials in English language. Many universities and collages in Australia and New Zealand accept PTE academic.
Also, PTE academic is supported in Australia and New Zealand for work and immigration Applications.

PTE General

PTE General, on the other hand, is not computerized and is divided into two parts: a spoken interview and a written paper. The written part comprises reading, listening, and writing. PTE General, unlike Academic, is written three times a year, in the following months; May, June, and December. The results have a lifetime validity period, which means they do not expire.
You can literally use it anytime without taking the exam again in the future. PTE General is acceptable in non-English countries as proof of English proficiency for work and educational purposes.

Who is PTE Core for?

Choose PTE Core if you are applying for permanent residency in Canada. You can also choose PTE Core if you are applying for Canadian citizenship.

What is PTE Core?
PTE Core is a computer-based English test that assesses your general speaking, writing, reading and listening skills in a single test. You take the test in a small, friendly test center environment in just two hours

PTE Core
The faster, fairer and simpler general English test.
Recognized by the Canadian government (IRCC) for permanent residency applications under all economic classes