PTE to IELTS Score Converter
Find your IELTS equivalent band score from your PTE Academic overall score in seconds.
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IELTS Equivalent
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Very GoodApproximate IELTS band equivalent
PTE to IELTS Score Comparison Table
| PTE Score Range | IELTS Band | CEFR Level |
|---|---|---|
| 86, 90 | 9 | C2 |
| 79, 85 | 8.5 | C2 |
| 73, 78 | 8 | C2 |
| 65, 72 | 7.5 | C1 |
| 58, 64 | 7 | C1 |
| 50, 57 | 6.5 | B2 |
| 42, 49 | 6 | B2 |
| 35, 41 | 5.5 | B2 |
| 30, 34 | 5 | B1 |
| 24, 29 | 4.5 | B1 |
PTE vs IELTS, Key Differences
| Feature | PTE Academic | IELTS |
|---|---|---|
| Format | 100% computer-based | Computer or paper-based |
| Duration | ~2 hours | ~2 hrs 45 mins |
| Results | 1 to 5 business days | 3 to 5 business days (computer), 13 days (paper) |
| Scoring | 10 to 90 scale | 1 to 9 band scale |
| Speaking | Spoken into a microphone | Face-to-face with examiner |
| Writing | Typed responses | Handwritten or typed |
| Availability | Daily slots at test centres | Limited dates at test centres |
| Accepted by UK Visas | Yes (UKVI-approved version) | Yes (UKVI IELTS) |
| Accepted for Canada PR | No (Express Entry) | Yes |
| Accepted for Australia | Yes | Yes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. PTE Academic (UKVI-approved version) is accepted for UK visa applications. However, always check the specific visa type requirements with the UK Home Office, as some routes specify particular test approvals.
Many test takers find PTE easier because it is fully computer-marked (no examiner bias), results come faster (typically 1 to 5 business days), and the Speaking and Writing tasks can be completed in a shorter sitting. However, performance varies by individual strengths.
The conversion shown is an approximation based on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) alignment. Both tests map to the same CEFR levels, but the conversion is not officially endorsed by either PTE or IELTS.
PTE Academic scores are valid for 2 years from the test date, the same as IELTS.
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