PTE Result 2026: When It Comes Out and How to Check It
Key Takeaways
- Pearson says PTE results are usually available within two days of the test and can take up to five working days; you get an email when the score is ready.
- You check your result by signing in to myPTE and clicking View Score, or finding the test under My Activity.
- The Score Report gives an overall score from 10 to 90 plus Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing scores; the Skills Profile is visible only to you.
- Sending scores through myPTE is free to unlimited institutions, up to seven at a time, and they see only the score you send.
- Scores are valid for two years; a rescore costs US$160 within 14 days, and you can retake up to 12 times in 12 months.
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You check your PTE result in your myPTE account. Pearson emails you when your score is ready, usually within two days of your test, though it can take up to five working days. Your Score Report gives an overall score from 10 to 90 plus a score for each communicative skill. Sending it to universities through myPTE is free, and the score stays valid for two years.
The timings, sending rules and fees on this page come from Pearson’s PTE help centre scoring page, its PTE Academic scoring page, and its rescore and retake policies, checked 28 October 2026. We re-check them every quarter.
When does the PTE result come out?
| Time since your test | What Pearson says |
|---|---|
| Up to 2 days | Results are usually available within two days; Pearson’s scoring page says typically within 48 hours |
| Up to 5 working days | Still normal; wait for the email from Pearson |
| More than 5 working days | Check your junk or spam folder, then sign in to myPTE to see whether the result is there |
Source: Pearson PTE help centre, Scoring, checked 28 October 2026.
Pearson gives two reasons a result can take longer than five working days. Its system sometimes flags a result for additional review, because PTE scores are used for important decisions. And its biometric security checks may have found an identity issue that needs investigating.
How do I check my PTE result?
- Wait for the email from Pearson saying your score is ready.
- Sign in to your myPTE account, the one you used to book the test.
- Click View Score on your homepage. If the button is not there, go to My Activity, find the test and click View Score next to it.
- Download the report as a PDF if you want to save or print it.
The PDF is for your own records only. Pearson says institutions do not accept paper or PDF score reports; they need the score sent through myPTE or looked up with your Score Report Code. If you were told your score is ready but cannot see it, Pearson says to try again later: it should appear within 24 hours.
What does the PTE Score Report show?
Your Score Report gives an overall score between 10 and 90, where 90 is the highest, plus separate scores for the communicative skills: Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing. Scores are graded against the Global Scale of English. You also get a Skills Profile, which shows how you did on some task types and suggests what to work on. Pearson says the Skills Profile is visible only to you, not to the institutions that receive your score.
To see what your score equals in IELTS bands or CEFR levels, use our PTE score chart. To work out an overall score from your skill scores, try the PTE score calculator.
How do I send my PTE score to universities?
- Sign in to myPTE and go to My Activity.
- Click Send Scores next to the test.
- Search for the institution by name and tick it when it appears. You can tick up to seven institutions at once.
- Review your details, click Next twice to confirm, and wait for the confirmation email.
| Question | Answer (Pearson) |
|---|---|
| Cost | Free, to an unlimited number of institutions |
| When the institution sees it | Around 48 hours after you send it |
| What the institution sees | Only the score you send, not whether your other attempts were higher or lower |
| Older scores | You can send any score from the last two years |
| Other way to share | Give the institution your Score Report Code, the 10-character code at the top of the report below your name |
Source: Pearson PTE help centre, Scoring, checked 28 October 2026.
Visa bodies work differently:
- Australia and New Zealand: if you ticked the Department of Home Affairs or Immigration New Zealand box when you booked, your score is sent to them automatically.
- UK (PTE Academic UKVI): enter the SELT Unique Reference Number from your Score Report on your visa form.
- Canada (PTE Core): enter the IRCC Unique Reference Number from your Score Report on your visa form.
How long is a PTE score valid?
Two years from your test date. Pearson says that after two years you can no longer access your result or send it, so send it to every institution you may need before then. Some universities ask for a more recent score, so check each course page too.
Can I get my PTE score rechecked?
| Option | What it does | Fee | Request within |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rescore | A human scorer rescores your whole test; the score can go up, down or stay the same, and a new score replaces the old one | US$160, refunded if your overall or skill scores change | 14 calendar days of your score being available |
| Technical review | Checks your Speaking audio for technical problems; it does not change your score | US$50, refunded with your test fee if a problem is found | 15 business days of receiving your result |
Source: Pearson rescore policy, checked 28 October 2026.
Pearson allows one rescore per test registration, only for your most recent test, and not if you have already booked another test. Because a rescore can lower your score, ask for it before you send the score with any application.
What should I do if my PTE score is below my target?
You can book another test once you have received the scores from your last one, and the retake can be in the same month. Pearson’s retake policy allows up to 12 tests in any 12-month window. Before you rebook, find out which skill held you back: our free PTE practice test shows where you stand on each one. The PTE registration guide walks through booking, and our PTE voucher code page shows how to save on the retake when you book from India.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to get a PTE result?
Pearson says results are usually available within two days of the test, and can take up to five working days. You get an email when your score is ready.
How do I check my PTE result?
Sign in to your myPTE account and click View Score on your homepage. If the button is not there, go to My Activity, find the test and click View Score next to it.
Why is my PTE result taking longer than five working days?
Check your junk or spam folder and your myPTE account first. Pearson says some results are flagged for additional review, and some need a security check on the test taker’s identity, which takes extra time.
My PTE score is ready but I cannot see it. What should I do?
Pearson says to try again later; the score should appear within 24 hours. If it still does not, contact Pearson through its customer support form.
What score range does PTE Academic use?
Your overall score is between 10 and 90, with 90 the highest. You also get separate scores for Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing, graded against the Global Scale of English.
Is sending PTE scores to universities free?
Yes. Pearson lets you send your score to an unlimited number of institutions free of charge through myPTE, up to seven at a time. Institutions can see it around 48 hours after you send it.
Can universities see all my PTE attempts?
No. Institutions see only the score you choose to send, not whether your other attempts were higher or lower. Your Skills Profile is visible only to you.
Do universities accept a PDF of my PTE score report?
No. Pearson says institutions do not accept paper or PDF score reports. Send the score through myPTE, or give the institution your Score Report Code.
How do I send my PTE score for an Australian, UK or Canadian visa?
For Australia or New Zealand, your score goes automatically if you ticked the Home Affairs or Immigration New Zealand box when booking. For PTE Academic UKVI, enter the SELT Unique Reference Number on your visa form; for PTE Core, enter the IRCC Unique Reference Number.
How long is a PTE score valid?
Two years from the test date. After that you cannot access or send it.
How much does a PTE rescore cost?
A rescore costs US$160 and must be requested within 14 calendar days of your score being available. The fee is refunded if your overall or skill scores change. A technical review of your Speaking audio costs US$50.
How soon can I retake the PTE?
You can book another test once you have received the scores from your last one, and the retake can be in the same month. Pearson allows up to 12 tests in any 12-month window.
