Students looking at studying in Canada need to demonstrate their language efficiency and aptitude to take admission in their desired University/College in Canada.

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTS:

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Since the medium of instruction in most Canadian Universities is English, it is important for students wanting to study in Canada to be well versed in English for easy comprehension.    The Pearson Test of English (PTE) is accepted by all Canadian institutes for admission. 

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• PTE Academic Test:  The PTE is one of the more popular English Language Tests which is accepted by all Canadian Universities.  This test is accepted in the UK, Australia and New Zealand as well.  This exam assesses the candidates ability to communicate in terms of the core skills of listening, speaking, writing and reading.  The cost of the test is around Rs. 18,000.​​​

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WHY TAKE THE PTE EXAM?

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        While students are aware that admission to a Canadian Institute requires a particular score on the PTE exam, there are other reasons why the exam      should be taken:

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1. An objective evaluation of your English language skills.  Taking the PTE exam helps you to understand your skill level.  The PTE criteria is one of the most stringent.

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 2.  A globally recognized certification.  The PTE exam provides a test record        that is recognized and approved by educational institutions worldwide as            well as businesses, professional organizations and government agencies.

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 3. Enhance your language skills.  Taking the exam will improve your skills in           all four sections-speaking, writing, listening and reading. This will help you         to communicate better!

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 4. Better understanding of English.  The PTE Academic test will provide you       with a better understanding of the language that is required for the                     institution that you a applying to.

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PTE FEE

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PTE Academic Exam Fee:  Rs. 18,000

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Cancellation Policy:

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PTE has a flexible cancellation policy.   A full refund is available if a student cancels their test booking more than 14 days in advance.  If you cancel between 7 and 14 days prior, you receive 50% refund and there is no refund if you cancel the booking less than 7 days before the test date.  Cancellations can be made online from your account.

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The PTE scores are valid for 2 years. The scores cannot be extended and the student will need to retake the exam after two years.  ​

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Exam Dates and Syllabus:

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The PTE Test is conducted throughout the year.  It is advisable to take the test three to four months prior to your admisson dates so that you have time to prepare for the exam as well as time to retake the test if you are not satisfied with the scores. In India, the test is conducted in over 62 test centres and can be booked online. Candidates below the age of 16 are not eligible to take the test.  

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Before you register for the test, it is important to understand the syllabus.  Students are graded on the four components of listening, speaking, writing and reading.  The total score is the sum of each component score. The duration of the test is 2 hours and follows the structure given below.

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Exam Structure:

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1. Speaking and Writing:          

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     The Speaking and Writing Module contains 9 different question types.  You will be tested on your speaking and writing skills using English you may hear in an Academic environment.  

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2. Reading Module:            

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This part of the test contains five different question types. Because PTE Academic is an integrated skills test, one item type ('Reading and Writing: Fill in the blanks') also assesses writing skills.

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3. Listening Module:             

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This part of the test contains eight different question types.

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The questions are based on audio or video clips, which begin to play automatically. You hear each audio or video clip once. You are allowed to take notes.

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