YOUR EXAM. YOUR PACE.
Free PTE Core
practice tests online, with AI feedback.
Free: your first full mock with an estimated score, plus 5 speaking and 2 writing AI scores a day. Then 20+ full PTE Core mocks and 58k+ practice questions.
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Record a short answer. Review your delivery and try again.
Review pronunciation, fluency and clarity.
A free account includes 1 full-length PTE mock test. Free PTE question practice includes 5 speaking and 2 writing AI evaluations per day. Resets at midnight India time (Asia/Kolkata). No card required; these daily allowances do not expire. Promotional trial access may differ.
At a glance
- Free
- 1 full mock plus 5 speaking and 2 writing AI evaluations a day, no card; daily allowances reset at midnight India time
- Full-length mocks
- 40+ PTE full-length mocks (20+ Academic, 20+ Core) in the real order and timing; your first one is free
- Practice
- 58k+ questions across every PTE task type, plus 550+ timed and sectional mocks
- Scoring
- Speaking and writing AI-scored in minutes; reading and listening marked instantly; CLB level shown per skill
- Plans
- From 7 days; one pass covers PTE Academic and PTE Core, priced in your local currency
- Where
- Web, iPhone and Android, one account
YOUR WORDS. REAL FEEDBACK.
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Read a short passage aloud or write 50–100 words.
Get feedback on your own response, without signing up.
Read it aloud. Hear the difference.
Read the passage at your natural pace. Focus on clarity, not speed.
Learning a new skill takes time, but small steps can lead to lasting progress. A few minutes of focused practice each day can help learners build knowledge and confidence.
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Hear what’s working. See what to improve.
Read the passage, then explore your pronunciation, pace and pauses in a transcript you can listen back to.
A SIMPLE WAY TO PREPARE
How online PTE Core practice works
- 01
Choose a task
Start with a short question in the skill you want to improve. You can move on to a full mock when you are ready.
- 02
Give it a try
Read, listen, write or record an answer. Your practice space guides you through the task.
- 03
Review and repeat
See your answer review or AI feedback. Focus on one improvement in your next attempt.
WHAT YOU ARE PRACTISING FOR
What is on the PTE Core test?
PTE Core is a computer-based test of about two hours covering all four skills, designed around everyday and workplace English for Canadian immigration.
- Format
- Computer-based
- Duration
- About 2 hours
- Use
- Canada immigration
- Scoring
- AI · 10–90
| Skill area | Representative tasks |
|---|---|
| Speaking | Read aloud, repeat sentence, describe image, respond to a situation, answer short question |
| Writing | Summarize written text, write email |
| Reading | Multiple-choice, reorder paragraphs, fill in the blanks |
| Listening | Summarize spoken text, fill in the blanks, highlight incorrect words, write from dictation |
Every module above has its own practice set on BandLadder. Read the full PTE Core pattern, or compare it with PTE Academic.
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PTE Core practice: frequently asked questions
Is the PTE Core mock test free?
A free account includes 1 full-length PTE mock test. Free PTE question practice includes 5 speaking and 2 writing AI evaluations per day. Resets at midnight India time (Asia/Kolkata). No card required; these daily allowances do not expire. Promotional trial access may differ.
How is PTE Core speaking and writing scored?
Speaking tasks such as Read Aloud and Repeat Sentence are scored for content, pronunciation and oral fluency; writing tasks such as Summarize Written Text and Write Email are scored for content, form, grammar, vocabulary and spelling, reported on the 10–90 scale used by Pearson.
What is on the PTE Core test?
PTE Core is a computer-based test of about two hours covering all four skills, designed around everyday and workplace English for Canadian immigration. Format: Computer-based. Duration: About 2 hours. Use: Canada immigration. Scoring: AI · 10–90.
How do I start practising for free?
Choose a skill above, create your free account and open a PTE Core practice task. A free account includes 1 full-length PTE mock test. Free PTE question practice includes 5 speaking and 2 writing AI evaluations per day. Resets at midnight India time (Asia/Kolkata). No card required; these daily allowances do not expire. Promotional trial access may differ.
Do I have to take a full mock test first?
No. Begin with individual questions or one skill. When you want to practise under exam conditions, choose a timed sectional or full mock from your account.
What happens after I submit an answer?
Reading and listening tasks show answer review. Speaking and writing responses are processed for AI feedback. Review the result, choose one thing to improve and practise again. Processing time varies by task and demand.
Can I practise from another country or on my phone?
Yes. Use your browser on mobile, tablet, laptop or desktop. Short practice fits smaller screens; a keyboard and larger screen are useful for a full mock. Speaking requires microphone permission. You do not need to attend a scheduled class.
When would I need a paid plan?
Start with the free practice available in your account. Compare plans when you need more access or a longer preparation period. The pricing page shows the current inclusions, duration and selected currency before checkout.
Are the scores official exam results?
No. AI feedback and PTE practice scores help you prepare. They are not official exam results and cannot guarantee a test-day score.