IELTS to PTE Score Converter Australia
Compare IELTS, PTE Academic and TOEFL iBT scores, and check which band you need for Australian skilled migration.
English Test Score Converter (Australia)
Enter your score for any accepted test to see your English level and compare it with IELTS, PTE, LanguageCert and more — broken down by listening, reading, writing and speaking.
Official per-skill minimums for each test to reach this band.
| Skill | IELTS (Academic / GT) | PTE Academic | LanguageCert Academic | TOEFL iBT | Cambridge C1 Advanced | CELPIP General | Michigan English Test (MET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Listening | 7 | 58 | 67 | 22 | 175 | 9 | 61 |
| Reading | 7 | 59 | 71 | 22 | 179 | 8 | 63 |
| Writing | 7 | 69 | 78 | 26 | 193 | 10 | 74 |
| Speaking | 7 | 76 | 82 | 24 | 194 | 8 | 59 |
• From 7 August 2025 Home Affairs uses per-skill minimums (PTE is no longer a flat 50 / 65 / 79) and now accepts LanguageCert Academic, CELPIP General and MET.
• Reference mapping used in Australia. Confirm your score with the official Department of Home Affairs English language pages.
Why Convert English Test Scores?
Australian visas, universities and employers accept IELTS, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge and OET. If you have a score from one test, the equivalents help you compare or decide which test to book next. The converter shows the standard reference mapping used in Australia.
English Scores for Skilled Migration
For skilled migration EOI points you need Competent English (IELTS 6.0, PTE 50) as the base, Proficient English (IELTS 7.0, PTE 65) for +10 points and Superior English (IELTS 8.0, PTE 79) for +20 points. The converter shows these bands at a glance.
IELTS vs PTE: Which Should You Take?
IELTS is paper or computer based and marked by human examiners; PTE is fully computer based with faster results (typically 1–2 days). Some candidates find PTE's automated scoring more consistent for the writing section. Both are accepted for Australian migration and give the same EOI points at the equivalent score.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is IELTS 7.0 in PTE?
IELTS 7.0 is generally equivalent to PTE 65 and TOEFL iBT 75 — the Proficient English band that earns 10 EOI points.
What is IELTS 8.0 in PTE?
IELTS 8.0 is generally equivalent to PTE 79 and TOEFL iBT 94 — the Superior English band that earns 20 EOI points.
Which English test is easiest for Australian immigration?
It varies by person. PTE has faster results and computer scoring; IELTS has human markers. Check the score equivalent table to see how close your current level is to the band you need.
Is PTE accepted for the 189, 190 and 491 visas?
Yes. PTE Academic is accepted for Australian skilled migration visas, giving the same EOI points as IELTS at the equivalent score.