IELTS to PTE Converter
See the PTE Academic scores that match your IELTS band.
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FAQ
What PTE score is equal to IELTS 6.5 or 7?
In the official IELTS comparison table, IELTS 6.5 is about 58 overall in PTE Academic, and IELTS 7.0 is about 66. Type your band above to see the score for each skill.
Is PTE easier than IELTS?
Neither test is simply easier. PTE is fully computer-based and marked by AI, so some students prefer it for speaking, while others like talking to an examiner in IELTS. Take a practice test of each to see which suits you.
Why are the PTE numbers different for each skill?
Each skill has its own comparison, because the two tests score listening, reading, speaking and writing differently. For example, the matching PTE writing score is higher than the overall score for the same IELTS band.
Is PTE accepted for visas?
It depends on the country and the visa. Australia accepts PTE Academic, the UK requires the PTE Academic UKVI version for visas, and Canada accepts PTE Core (not PTE Academic) for immigration. Always check the current rules of the immigration authority.
Why does the converter start at band 5.0?
The official comparison table only covers IELTS 5.0 to 8.5, so we cannot give a reliable result outside that range.