Overall and per skill
INZ reads the overall score for Skilled Migrant; universities often add a minimum per skill. The mock gives both.
The real running order
Speaking and Writing, then Reading, then Listening, each task timed as on test day.
AI-scored in minutes
Speaking and writing are scored by BandLadder AI with feedback; reading and listening are marked instantly.
What you practise
Speaking & Writing
Read aloud, repeat sentence, describe image, retell lecture, summarize written text and essay.
Reading
Reading & writing fill in the blanks, reorder paragraphs and multiple choice.
Listening
Summarize spoken text, highlight incorrect words, write from dictation and more.
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Take a test, see your feedback, and decide from there.
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Frequently asked questions
What PTE score do I need for New Zealand residence?
PTE Academic 58 overall for the Skilled Migrant Category principal applicant, and 36 for a partner or dependent child, from a test sat in person and no more than two years old.
What PTE score do NZ universities ask for?
The University of Auckland and Victoria University of Wellington accept PTE Academic 50 for bachelor's degrees and 58 for postgraduate study; some programmes ask more.
How much is the PTE test in New Zealand?
NZD 505 for PTE Academic on Pearson's price finder, at seven centres including Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.
Is the mock test free?
Yes. A free account gets 1 full mock plus 5 speaking and 2 writing AI evaluations a day, no card. More full mocks come with a plan, from 7 days, priced in your local currency.