PTE Score Levels | CEFR & IELTS Comparison

PTE Score Levels Explained

The PTE Academic reports an overall score between 10 and 90. Understanding how these numbers align with international standards is essential for your university applications and visa journeys.

PTE to IELTS & CEFR Conversion

PTE Score IELTS Band CEFR Level Proficiency Description
85 - 90 9.0 C2 Expert / Near-Native
76 - 84 7.5 - 8.0 C1 Very Good / Proficient
66 - 75 7.0 B2 / C1 Good / Competent
58 - 65 6.5 B2 Competent / Upper-Intermediate
50 - 57 6.0 B2 Moderate / Intermediate
43 - 49 5.5 B1 Foundational

*Comparison based on the latest Pearson and IELTS alignment research.

What Level Do You Need?

Level: 79+ (IELTS 8.0)

Required for maximum points (20 points) for Australian Skilled Migration and top-tier Ivy League universities.

Level: 65+ (IELTS 7.0)

The standard requirement for most Postgraduate Degrees and 10 points for Australian migration.

Level: 50+ (IELTS 6.0)

Generally accepted for Undergraduate Degrees and various work visas in the UK, New Zealand, and Australia.

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PTE Academic Pages Overview

PTE Academic Pages Overview

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PTE Academic Pages Overview

Core

Test & Scores

Speaking & Writing

Reading

Listening

Practice