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                                  Difference between IELTS and PTE

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a standardized test in the field of testing and certifying English language proficiency of non-native speakers. Initiated in 1989, it is jointly conducted by British Council, Cambridge English Language Assessment and IDP Education and has a global acceptance in more than 8000 organizations. A relatively new entrant, the Pearson Test of English (PTE) was introduced in 2009 and authorized by Edexcel and QCA to check the English-speaking capability of immigrants to countries like Australia, New Zealand and now in Canada too.

IELTS has two versions, Academic (for study visa) and General (for work permit) but PTE has a single format for both.

IELTS is a paper-based test whereas PTE is a computer-based test.

Both the tests have four modules viz. Listening (L), Writing (W), Reading (R) and Speaking (S) but there are some differences in the way they are conducted. In IELTS, all the first three modules are conducted on same day in one go while Speaking is conducted like a live- communication with a physical examiner on a different day, before or after, and recorded on a recording device. In PTE, all the four modules are computer- based and recorded on the same day.

Since IELTS is paper-based, one can refer backward or forward but in PTE, this is not allowed. IELTS writing is done on a paper with a pencil while PTE writing is typed on the screen. The IELTS score card is available after 13 calendar days and PTE score report comes within 5 business days. Since PTE is an automated test, the chances of human bias, while scoring are negligible.

The IELTS tests are conducted once a week in over 900 centers in more than 130 nations on pre-fixed dates whereas PTE can be taken 6 days a week, subject to the availability of seat in the desired centers.

1    What to do on exam day?

Finally, the day of exam is here! After all the continuous and persistent hard work, the moment of truth has arrived- it’s your exam today! Try to get a good and sound sleep the night before. Don’t study till late lest you feel sleepy in your exam. Check your passport and other stationery items. Eat a moderate meal so as to keep you energized but not lethargic. Keep yourself hydrated to avoid anxiety. Don’t revise too much at the last hour else you will be confused. If possible, listen to some soulful music to soothe your mind. Check the venue and time of exam in advance and try to arrive early at the test center to avoid any unforeseen trouble. Avoid speaking with nervous students lest you absorb their negativity. Focus on yourself and feel confident .Nothing is impossible!

Difference between IELTS and CELPIP:

Both IELTS and CELPIP are designed to measure the English language proficiency of test takers. IELTS is paper-based test and globally accepted while CELPIP is computer-based, specifically for Canadian permanent residency and citizenship.

CELPIP is a 3-hour continuous and automated test of four modules namely listening, reading, writing and speaking while in IELTS, the first three modules are conducted at a stretch on the same day but speaking is done on a different day. IELTS Speaking section includes a live conversation with an examiner, while during CELPIP you record your voice on the computer. CELPIP test uses Canadian speakers, while IELTS test includes native speakers from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK and US in their Listening section. The writing section in IELTS is hand-written but in CELPIP, you have to type the writing tasks.

There is a computerized time checking in CELPIP and one cannot go back to the modules once attempted which is possible in IELTS, since it is paper-based.

The results take 13 calendar days for IELTS and 4 -5 calendar days for CELPIP.