Latest PTE Score Chart & How to Convert PTE Scores to IELTS

The Pearson Test of English (PTE) is one of the most credible computer-based tests designed to assess candidates’ English proficiency.

Critics and experienced test takers have suggested numerous practical tips to prepare for the exam. Nevertheless, before you can draft a good, manageable study plan, it is important to have a good grip on the PTE score chart first.

This step is surprisingly overlooked by many, a grave mistake that could bring deadly consequences to your final score.

In this guide, PTE Magic will lay out the full scoring system for PTE and answer some common inquiries in the sections below.

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pte score chart & How to Convert PTE Scores to IELTS

1. Level of Excellence

Most beginners are confused about what is considered a high PTE score. Refer to the chart below for more information.

PTE Score	Excellence Level
30 to 36	Limited
36 to 43	Modest
43 to 50	Modest
50 to 58	Competent
58 to 65	Competent
65 to 79	Good
79 to 86	Very good
85 to 90	Expert

2. Score Comparison with TOEFL and IELTS

Candidates should note that IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE have different scoring procedures and formats. PTE tests are graded on a scale of up to 90 points, while IELTS scorers assign bands from 1 to 9. TOEFL, on the other hand, has a maximum score of 120.

Below is a summary chart to help you convert PTE scores to IELTS:

PTE Scores	IELTS Score	Excellence Level
10 to 22	_	Extremely Limited
23 to 28	4.5	Limited
29 to 35	5	Modest
36 to 45	5.5	Modest
46 to 55	6	Competent
56 to 65	6.5	Competent
66 to 75	7	Good
76 to 83	7.5	Good
84 to 88	8	Very Good
89 to 90	8.5	Very Good
_	9.0	Expert

For those who wish to know the TOEFL equivalent of their PTE score, check out the table here:

PTE Score	TOEFL Score	Level	PTE Score	TOEFL Score	Level
10 to 37	_	Limited	62	91 to 92	Competent
38	40 to 44	Modest	63	93	Competent
39	45 to 47	Modest	64	94	Good
40	48 to 51	Modest	65	95 to 96	Good
41	52 to 53	Modest	66	97	Good
42	54 to 56	Modest	67	98	Good
43	57 to 59	Modest	68	99-100	Good
44	60 to 62	Modest	69	101	Good
45	63 to 64	Modest	70	102	Good
46	65 to 66	Modest	71	103-104	Good
47	67 to 69	Modest	72	105	Good
48	70 to 71	Modest	73	106	Good
49	72 to 73	Modest	74	107-108	Good
50	74 to 75	Competent	75	109	Good
51	76 to 77	Competent	76	110-111	Good
52	78	Competent	77	112	Good
53	79 to 80	Competent	78	113	Very Good
54	81	Competent	79	114	Very Good
55	82	Competent	80	115-116	Very Good
56	83 to 84	Competent	81	117	Very Good
57	85	Competent	82	118	Very Good
58	86	Competent	83	119	Very Good
59	87 to 88	Competent	84	120	Very Good
60	89	Competent	85 to 90	_	Expert
61	90	Competent

3. The PTE Scoring System

PTE tests rely on automated technologies for scoring. Some answers are marked based on their accuracy (correct or incorrect).

Meanwhile, others assess formal aspects (such as the task’s word limit) or the response quality (pronunciation and fluency). Critics categorize them into two scoring methods:

Full/No credit: You will receive a point for each correct answer. Incorrect answers will not result in negative deductions.
Partial credit: Tasks are graded as incorrect (no score), partially correct (part of the full mark), or correct (full points).

In the next section, we will break down the detailed scoring system for each of the four main PTE compartments: Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing.

4. Scoring For Each Section

a. Reading (29 to 30 minutes):

The section is designed mostly to assess your reading comprehension, although some writing components are also included.

Type of Task	Number of items	Scoring	Breakdown
Multiple-choice, single answer	1-2	Full/No	1 pt: Correct answer 0 pt: Minimum score
Fill in the blanks	4-5	Partial credits	1 pt: Correct answer 0 pt: Minimum score
Re-order paragraphs	2-3	Partial credits	1 pt: Correct answer 0 pt: Minimum score
Multiple-choice, multiple answers	1-2	Partial credits	1 pt: Correct answer -1 pt: Wrong answer 0 pt: Minimum score
Fill in the blanks (R & W)	5-6	Partial credits	1 pt: Correct answer 0 pt: Minimum score

b. Listening (30 to 43 minutes):

This section evaluates your listening skills, with some writing and reading items included:

Task	Number of items	Scoring	Skills
Summarize spoken text	1-2	Partial credits	Listening Writing Grammar Spelling Form Content Vocabulary
Multiple-choice, multiple answers	1-2	Partial credits (point deduction for wrong answers)	Listening
Fill in the blanks	2-3	Partial credits	Listening Writing
Highlight correct summary	1-2	Full/No	Listening Reading
Multiple-choice, single answer	1-2	Full/No	Listening
Select missing word	1-2	Full/No	Listening
Highlight incorrect words	2-3	Partial credits (with point deduction)	Listening Reading
Write from dictation	3-4	Partial credits	Listening Writing

c. Speaking & Writing (54 to 67 minutes):

As the longest part of the whole test, this section assesses various traits related to all four main skills. However, writing and speaking tasks remain dominant:

Task	Items	Scoring	Skills	Traits
Read aloud	6-7	Partial credits	Reading Speaking	Fluency Pronunciation Content
Repeat sentences	10-12	Partial credits	Listening Speaking	Fluency Pronunciation Content
Describe image	3-4	Partial credits	Speaking	Fluency Pronunciation Content
Retell lecture	1-2	Partial credits	Speaking Listening	Pronunciation Content Oral Fluency
Answer short questions	5-6	Full/No	Reading Writing	Vocabulary
Summarize written texts	1-2	Partial credits	Writing	Vocabulary Grammar Content Form
Write essay	1-2	Partial credits	Writing	Spelling Vocabulary Linguistic range Grammar Development Structure Coherence Form Content

Can You Combine 2 Different PTE Scores?

Yes, you can combine your PTE scores from 2 different settings. But note that you must take both tests within six months, and none of the scores should be below 58 points.

Can Your PTE Score Be Wrong?

Yes, that is a possibility (although very slim), which explains why PTE does allow candidates to request a rescore. However, before doing so, you should remember that:

Since all the tests are scored by machine (except for open-ended essays or spoken responses), your overall score will unlikely be altered.
If the score changes, you will receive a refund for your re-score fee. Note that this does not apply to test payments.
PTE only allows one rescore request for each test registration. Also, this request should be for your most recent test. You cannot ask for a score update if a future test has already been scheduled.

Quick FAQs

What is PTE 50 equivalent to IELTS?

It equals band 6 in IELTS.

How can we convert IELTS 7 to PTE?

A band 7 in IELTS translates to a score of 66 to 75 in PTE.

What is the IELTS 8 equivalent PTE?

IELTS 8 is roughly 84 to 88 points in PTE.

What is the PTE score equivalent to IELTS 6?

It should be between 46 and 55.

Conclusion

Our guide has detailed all major components of the 2023 PTE score chart.

We hope you can use this information to develop an excellent study plan tailored to your current level. For learning materials or brilliant preparation tips, you can never go wrong with PTE Magic!

Contact our support team for more clarification if any part of the guidelines seems confusing or unclear.