PTE Exam Result:Know How to Check the Results

Introduction

The crucial moment in the journey of every study abroad aspirant is the time of the result of their language proficiency test. It can be IELTS, TOEFL, DET or their PTE result”. It is the time when every test taker goes through mixed emotions. It is the moment when the test taker is ready to know the results after rigorous PTE preparation even before giving the test. So, to sort any kind of dilemma, here are some important information regarding the result of PTE exam that every test taker must know. Let’s begin.

How to Access the PTE Scores?

Here, you will know the steps by which you will be able to access your PTE scores.

• Visit the official website: Open https://www.pearsonpte.com.You can find it easily by typing "Pearson PTE" in your search engine.
• Sign in to your "mypTE" account: Enter the details you need to log in to your official account to check the PTE result.
• Access Your Score card: Look for a section where you can view your results. You may be asked to fill in some important details for cross-verification.
• Review scores: Once the scorecard is reflected, check everything carefully and analyze each section's scores.
• Download or print your scorecard: Once you have analyzed and viewed your report card, you can download the PTE exam results.

How to Share PTE Results with Universities?

During your admission application, you need to send the scorecard for the language proficiency test to the desired university. In this section, you will know the steps to send the PTE scorecard. Have a look below:

• Login to your official myPTE account
• Click the button 'View Score Reports.'
• Select the option of 'Send Scores'
• Next, you have to type the name of the desired institute and click on the Search button.
• Tick the box as soon as the desired university/college appears
• Do not forget to review your details before clicking the 'Next' button.

In this way, you can send your PTE exam results to your dream university.

PTE Result Details

• PTE Overall Score: The overall score is the average and reflection of the candidate's proficiency in the English language in all sections, such as speaking, writing, reading, and listening. It is given out of 100.
• Individual Section Scores: You'll also see separate scores for your performance in these four skill areas. This helps you identify your strengths and areas for improvement.
• Test Date:It shows the date of the day when you took the PTE exam.
• Test Taker Information: Every other important information like your name, test registration number, and your birthdate. It helps you to confirm that it is your scorecard.
• Test Center Info: In this part, you will know the center's location from where you gave the test.
• Applicant Details: The details and photo of the applicant are displayed here

Scoring Methods for PTE Exam

In this section, we will learn how the scores are marked for the Pearson Test of English. The answers to the PTE exam are marked using two criteria.

Correct or Incorrect

For some questions, the answers are either correct or incorrect. The candidate will be awarded 1 point for every correct answer, and no marks will be awarded for incorrect answers.

Partial Credit

The remaining tasks are marked, correct, partially correct and incorrect. If the responses are correct, the candidate will be awarded the maximum marks, but if they are partially correct, then they will be awarded a few points out of the maximum marks.

Let us look at the section-wise scoring method of the different sections of the PTE exam.

PTE Reading section

Listening Section

Speaking & Writing Section

These were the question types of different sections of the PTE exam, along with the number of questions and the scoring types. In the next section, you will learn the provisions of rechecking.

PTE Result Rechecking

Till now, we have learnt many important things. It is time to know what to do if you are unhappy or unsatisfied with the result of the PTE exam. Every candidate must know that there is a provision for rechecking and rescoring. But here is some details that you should know:

• Limited Recheck Scope: A candidate who is not satisfied with the result can request a recheck. It is only applicable to the Speaking and Writing sections. The Reading and Listening sections are computerized. Hence, there is no scope for changes and rescoring.
• Not Guaranteed to Change: PTE is a computer-scored test, so the chances of changes in score after a recheck are low. As already mentioned, only the spoken and written responses are rechecked.
• Fee Involved: A fee of approximately $50 (INR 4133) must be paid to request rechecking. Moreover, the fee is non-refundable even if the scores are unchanged.
• Test Retake Option: If you are still not satisfied with the result, then there is an option to retake it. You can take the PTE exam again to improve your Reading and Listening scores. The drawback of retaking the exam is you have to bear all the expenses by yourself.

The rescoring process can be hectic and heartbreaking since the test takers have given their best. You can sign up for online PTE classes in order to avoid these inconvenience and strengthen your preparation. If you enrol in classes, then there are high chances that you don’t have to opt for the recheck PTE result.

What Conditions Are Applied for Rescoring PTE Results?

Every process of studying abroad has it’s own rules and regulations, so does the rechecking process. Here is the list of few terms and conditions for rescoring the test results.

• The chances of score change is very low as it is a computer-based test.
• Only spoken and open-ended written answers are eligible for rechecking.
• If your PTE exam result changes (increased or decreased), the machine rescore fee will be refunded.
• In the case of a score change, a new PTE scorecard will be issued in replacement of the previous card and will reflect new scores.
• The candidate can raise only one request per test. Moreover, it is applicable for the most recent test.
• The test-taker cannot raise a rechecking request if they have already scheduled another exam.