PTE SPEAKING MODULE

PTE SPEAKING MODULE (AUGUST 2025 UPDATED FORMAT)

No.	Question Type	No. of Questions	Timing
1 Read Aloud	6–7	30–40 seconds prep & speaking	Read the text shown on the screen clearly and naturally.
2 Repeat Sentence	10–12	3–4 seconds audio, speak immediately	Listen carefully to a short sentence and repeat it exactly.
3 Describe Image	3–4	25 seconds prep, 40 seconds speak	Describe a graph, chart, table, process, or picture.
4 Re-tell Lecture	1–2	10 seconds prep, 40 seconds speak	Listen to a lecture (30–90 sec) and summarize it using your notes.
5 Answer Short Question	5–6	Instant response	Listen to a short question and answer with 1–2 words.
6 Summarize Group Discussion	~2–3	~40–60 seconds to respond	Listen to a short discussion between 2–3 speakers, then summarize their key points.
7 Respond to a Situation	~2–3	~40 seconds to respond	You’re given a scenario (problem or situation) and must respond appropriately in spoken form.

Total Speaking Time: ~30–35 minutes

PTE WRITING MODULE

Task Type	Number of Questions	Timing	What You Do	Tips for High Score
1. Summarize Written Text	1–2	10 minutes each	Read passage (300 words) & write one-sentence summary	Write 1 sentence (5–75 words). Use complex sentence structure & connectors.
2. Write Essay	1	20 minutes	Write a 200–300 word essay on a given topic	Follow 4-paragraph format (Intro, 2 Body, Conclusion). Check grammar, structure, coherence.

Total Writing Time: ~40–50 minutes

PTE READING MODULE

Task Type	Number of Questions	Timing	What You Do	Tips for High Score
1. Reading & Writing: Fill in the Blanks	5–6	Part of total time	Drag correct words into blanks	Focus on grammar + collocation (word partnership). Read entire sentence before choosing.
2. Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers	1–2		Select all correct answers	Usually 1–2 correct options. Don’t guess too much — negative marking applies.
3. Re-order Paragraphs	2–3		Rearrange sentences in logical order	Use linking words, pronouns, time order to find the sequence.
4. Fill in the Blanks (Reading only)	4–5		Drag correct words from box	Use context clues, grammar patterns.
5. Multiple Choice, Single Answer	1–2		Choose one correct answer	Read question first, then scan text for related info.

Total Reading Time: ~29–30 minutes (combined timer)

PTE LISTENING MODULE

Task Type	Number of Questions	Timing	What You Do	Tips for High Score
1. Summarize Spoken Text	1–2	10 minutes each	Write 50–70 word summary of a short lecture	Note main idea + key points. Use clear paragraph structure.
2. Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers	1–2		Choose all correct answers	Focus on main ideas, not small details. Negative marking applies.
3. Fill in the Blanks	2–3		Type missing words from audio	💡 Listen for content words. Check spelling carefully.
4. Highlight Correct Summary	1–2		Choose the correct summary	💡 Focus on overall meaning, not small facts.
5. Multiple Choice, Single Answer	1–2		Choose one correct answer	💡 Eliminate wrong options quickly. Focus on paraphrasing.
6. Select Missing Word	1–2		Choose correct final word or phrase	💡 Predict tone and logic before audio ends.
7. Highlight Incorrect Words	2–3		Click words that differ from transcript	💡 Listen carefully and follow cursor. Keep steady pace.
8. Write from Dictation	3–4		Type the sentence you hear	💡 Focus on spelling, capitalization, and order. Every word counts for points.

Total Listening Time: ~30–43 minutes

OVERALL PTE EXAM STRUCTURE SUMMARY

Section	Approx. Time	Main Focus
Speaking & Writing (Together)	54–67 minutes	Fluency, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary
Reading	29–30 minutes	Comprehension, grammar, collocation
Listening	30–43 minutes	Understanding speech, note-taking, summary writing

GENERAL PTE SUCCESS TIPS

1. Time Management: Don’t spend too long on any one question.

2. Fluency > Accent: Speak naturally and smoothly; pronunciation and clarity matter more than accent.

3. Use Templates Wisely: Especially for Describe Image, Retell Lecture, Essay, and Summarize Tasks.

4. Check Spelling and Grammar: Each mistake reduces marks in writing and listening.

5. Practice Typing Speed: Many tasks need quick and accurate typing.

6. Boost Vocabulary: Learn collocations (e.g., “make a decision,” “take responsibility”).

7. Use Note-taking smartly: For lectures and dictations, write key words, not full sentences.

8. Stay Calm: Confidence and consistency increase your score.