IELTS to PTE Academic Score Converter (and Back) in 2026
Pick your IELTS band (1.0 to 9.0) to see the matching PTE Academic score (10 to 90). Or type a PTE score to find the matching IELTS band.
IELTS bands go from 1.0 to 9.0 (in steps of 0.5)
Matching PTE score
63 to 70
IELTS to PTE Academic Score Table (2026)
This table shows how IELTS bands match PTE Academic scores in Pearson's 2025 concordance study.
| IELTS Band | PTE Academic |
|---|---|
| 9.0 | 90 |
| 8.5 | 86 to 89 |
| 8.0 | 79 to 85 |
| 7.5 | 71 to 78 |
| 7.0 | 63 to 70 |
| 6.5 | 55 to 62 |
| 6.0 | 47 to 54 |
| 5.5 | 39 to 46 |
| 5.0 | 31 to 38 |
| 4.5 | 24 to 30 |
| Below 4.5 | 10 to 23 |
How to Read the Score Table
Each row shows a single IELTS band and the PTE Academic range it matches. For example, IELTS 7.0 matches PTE 63 to 70, and IELTS 6.5 matches PTE 55 to 62.
The chart is based on the results of 1,522 people who took both tests within 90 days of each other. Your real result on the other test may be a few points higher or lower than the chart shows.
Where the Data Comes From
This tool uses the official IELTS to PTE Academic chart from Pearson's 2025 concordance study. Pearson collected scores from 1,522 people in India, China, Australia, and the UK who took both the enhanced PTE Academic and IELTS Academic. You can read the full report: Establishing score concordance between the enhanced PTE Academic and IELTS Academic (PDF).
The PTE Academic test was updated in July 2025 with new question types and scoring. This chart is based on the enhanced PTE Academic, so it reflects the current version of the test.
How Accurate Is This Score?
Score conversions are close, but not exact. Your real result on the other test may fall outside the matching range shown in the chart by a few points. The chart is most accurate between IELTS 5.5 and 7.5, where most test takers score.
Use the result as a strong guide, not a promise. If you need an exact score for your school or visa, check which tests they accept.
Should I Take the IELTS or PTE Academic?
IELTS and PTE Academic are both used for university entry and visas. PTE Academic is fully online and gives results in a few days. IELTS has both online and paper-based options. Both tests are widely accepted in the UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. Check the rules for your country and school before you pick.
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