Should I prioritize physical books or online/digital resources for PTE preparation?

In 2026, the PTE Academic is a 2-hour computer-based test scored on a scale of 10 to 90 points. The scoring is "integrated," meaning a single task often contributes marks to two different sections. For example, Read Aloud gives points to both Speaking and Reading.

If you are an Indian student aiming

In 2026, the format of the PTE exam continues to be the same as it was last year.

• The exam is 2 hours long
• There are 3 sections in the exam namely -
  • Part 1: Speaking & Writing
  • Part 2: Reading
  • Part 3: Listening
• The exam is scored between 10 -90 points
• You get two reports for the PTE exam - one is the overal

For most Indian students, yes, 2 weeks is enough time for PTE preparation - provided you already have a decent grasp of English. Unlike the IELTS, which tests the English language depth, PTE is a pattern-based exam. And success in 14 days depends more on -

1. mastering the AI-scoring algorithms
2. understa

Improving your PTE Reading from a baseline to an 80+ level in just 7 days requires a "hacking" approach rather than deep linguistic study. Since PTE is an integrated test, you must focus on the tasks that carry the most points.

The Fill in the Blanks are the most important tasks in the entire PTE Rea

To score 80 or higher in the PTE Reading section for the 2026 intake, you must master the integrated scoring system, as your Reading score is heavily influenced by tasks in the Speaking and Writing modules. 

Use techniques like Skimming and Scanning. Don't read every word first. Skim the first a