IELTS vs PTE: Which English Test Should You Take in 2025?

IELTS and PTE Academic are both accepted by universities in the UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. IELTS has a paper-based and computer-based option and is marked by human examiners. PTE is entirely computer-based with AI scoring, which many students find more objective. Results: PTE in 5 business days; IELTS in 3–5 days (computer) or 13 days (paper).