PTE Scores

The minimum PTE scores required for the UK Student visa for the degree level and above courses is 59. 

Getting 58 marks in the PTE exam means that you have a B2 level of proficiency. This level of proficiency is generally required by most universities abroad for UG and PG intakes. 

As per the PTE official website, a PTE 79 score falls in the 'Very Good' category of scores and is equivalent to an 8.0 in the IELTS overall band score.  

An average PTE score is neither too high nor low in the PTE score calculator. As mentioned earlier, every university would have a required PTE score, and candidates are expected to achieve the same or a higher value to be eligible for admission to the university. Candidates are advised to aim for a higher-than-average PTE score as this will not only increase their chances of admission to the university but also make them a frontrunner for any scholarships the university may provide. 

European countries that accept the PTE Academic scores are:

The PTE Academic test scores, usually accepted for studying abroad, are accepted by several top universities in over 70 countries. The PTE Academic Test is accepted by universities in several countries, such as the countries in Australasia, Europe, teh USA, Africa, Asia and the Middle-East. 

PTE Academic typically gives results within 2 days. TOEFL iBT results are released within 4–8 days. IELTS results take about 3–5 days for computer-based tests and 13 days for paper-based tests.

The highest achievable overall score in the PTE Academic exam is 90. The scoring scale ranges from 10 to 90, with 90 representing expert English proficiency.

The more the better. Candidates are highly advised to solve as many PTE practice papers as possible. Students can visit the official PTE website for paid and unpaid PTE sample papers and also refer to our website for guidance.

Roughly, yes! A PTE score around 65 is generally equivalent to an IELTS Band 7.0. But check your university-specific requirements. They may require a minimum score in each section.Not just total average.