Exam Day Tips for PTE

Conducted by the Pearson PLC Group, PTE exam dates are available throughout the year and can be booked until 24 hours before the exam. Candidates can decide to take the PTE exam from a network of 62 PTE Test centres in India. For the comfort and safety of the test takers, the PTE test centres allow a maximum of 10-15 candidates in a particular slot at a time.

It must be noted that the availability of PTE test dates may vary according to the different PTE test centres in India. 

The time needed for PTE preparation can vary significantly depending on several factors such as:

1. Current English proficiency: If you are already fluent, you might need less time compared to someone still learning the English language.
2. Target score: Higher score requirements generally demand more preparation time. Hence, if you aim to score high, expect a longer preparation time than usual. 
3. Familiarity with the test format: The PTE has a specific structure and question types that you will need to become comfortable with. The sooner you understand and grab the test pattern, the sooner you will be able to prepare for the test.
4. Study intensity: Full-time preparation will naturally progress faster than part-time.
5. Individual learning pace: Some people may grasp concepts quicker than others.

With that being said, here are some general timelines for the preparation of the PTE exam:

• For those with intermediate to advanced English skills: 4-6 weeks of focused study is often considered sufficient.
• For those with lower English proficiency: 2-3 months or more might be necessary.

It must be noted that many test-takers reported that studying 1-2 hours daily for about a month helped them feel prepared for the exam.

You can book your PTE exam slot easily by clicking on the "Book Now" button under the PTE Academic Exam Section on the official website. Following this, enter "India or your preferred city" in the search bar to look for the PTE slots availability. 

From the list, choose your preferred PTE exam centre, date and time slot. Choose your preferred slot and click on "book" to secure your PTE exam slot on your preferred date. Pay the PTE exam fees (INR 17,000 for Indian students) and save your unique registration number for future reference. Make sure to read the ID card policy and the cancellation policy before taking your PTE exam on the exam day. 

To book a PTE test online, you can follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website of Pearson PTE 
2. Create an account; if you don't already have an account, you will need to create one. Click on "Create Account" and provide your personal information, email address, and password.
3. Once you have created your account, log in with your email address and password.
4. Under "Find Your Test", choose the country you want to take the PTE test for, up next, choose your goal of traveling abroad and then you will be presented with a PTE exam that will be best suited for your needs. 
5. Click on "Book test" and answer a few more questions and then you will be taken to "Pearsonvue" web page wherein you will be able to look for a test centre at your nearby locations. 
6. Select the date and time that you prefer to take the test. Make sure to choose a date and time that is available at your chosen test center.
7. After you have selected your test location and date/time, you will be prompted to book your test.  
8. Before confirming your booking, review your details carefully to ensure everything is correct. Once you confirm your booking, you will receive a confirmation email with your test details and instructions on how to prepare for the test.
9. Pay the PTE Academic exam fee, Rs 17,000 to finally book the test slot.

That's it! Booking a PTE test online is a straightforward process, and you can do it all from the comfort of your own home. Good luck with your test preparation!

You can take the PTE Academic exam anywhere across the designated 62 test centres in India. These test centres have been strategically picked for the ease of students so that the PTE test-taking journey remains smooth for students. Some of the major cities that host the PTE test centres in India are Noida, New Delhi, Pune, Kolkata, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Gurugram and more. You can find the detailed list on the link https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/pte/important-dates.   

The PTE Academic exam is conducted across 62 major cities in India. Some of the popular PTE India test centres include Noida, Gurugram, New Delhi, Ludhiana, Bathinda, Muktsar Sahib, Pune, Mohali, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Jaipur and Ahmedabad.   

Candidates looking to take the PTE exam are required to arrive at the test center with a valid Indian Passport. The ID must match the name on your registration confirmation. No other personal items are allowed in the testing room, so ensure you leave your phone, bags, and other belongings in a secure locker provided.

PTE test takers would be required to use a keyboard and mouse to type their responses on a computer screen. The test interface provides basic editing tools like spell check and thesaurus, but no internet access or external resources are allowed. Ensure you are comfortable typing accurately and efficiently to maximize your writing score.