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Achieving a perfect score of 90 in PTE Academic is possible—not just for native speakers but also for dedicated non-native speakers. The key is to understand how the test works and prepare smartly, not just harder. Here’s a clear breakdown of what really works, based on expert advice and top scorers’ experiences.

Step 1: Understand What the Test Wants

PTE is AI-scored, which means it looks for patterns in fluency, grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and coherence. If you can consistently follow these patterns, you can get a high score—even a 90.

SPEAKING – Be Clear, Confident, and Consistent

High-scoring tasks:

  • Read Aloud
  • Repeat Sentence
  • Describe Image
  • Retell Lecture

Tips:

  • Read Aloud: Don’t rush. Speak naturally, and pay attention to punctuation—it guides your tone.
  • Repeat Sentence: This is a score booster. Practice with audio tools. Focus on the rhythm and structure rather than memorizing every word.
  • Describe Image & Retell Lecture: Use a structured template. Speak for 30–40 seconds with linking words like "This image illustrates…", "In conclusion. 

For proven strategies on improving your speaking tasks, check out these PTE Speaking Tips to Score High.

WRITING – Use Strong Templates and Clear Logic

Key tasks:

  • Summarize Written Text
  • Essay Writing

Tips:

  • Summarize Written Text: Write one strong, complex sentence using conjunctions (like although, while, because). Don’t exceed 75 words.
  • Essay: Stick to a simple format: Introduction → Two Body Paragraphs → Conclusion.

Use linking words (Moreover, In addition, However), and avoid spelling or grammar
mistakes.

READING – Grammar + Collocations = Success Top-scoring task:

  • Reading & Writing Fill in the Blanks

Tips:

  • Learn common word combinations (collocations) like make a decision, strongevidence, raise awareness.
  • Grammar matters: Pay attention to tenses, prepositions, articles, and subject-verb agreement.
  • Reorder Paragraphs: Look for connections—pronouns, dates, and cause-effect relationships between sentences.

LISTENING – Focus Hard and Type Fast

Focus on:

  • Write from Dictation
  • Fill in the Blanks
  • Summarize Spoken Text

Tips:

  • Write from Dictation: Practice every day. Get used to typing what you hear immediately. Spelling must be perfect.
  • Fill in the Blanks: Listen carefully and predict what kind of word fits (noun, verb, adjective, etc.).
  • Summarize Spoken Text: Use a template to save time. Jot down key points while listening.

Time-Smart Study Plan (30-Day Target)

Daily Task

Time

Focus
Speaking Practice 30 mins  Repeat Sentence + Read Aloud
Reading Fill in the Blanks 30 mins  Grammar + Collocations
Writing Practice 30 mins  Templates + Vocabulary
Listening Practice 20 mins  Dictation Fill in the Blanks
Mock Test (2–3 per week) 2 hours Real test experience

Final Tips to Get That 90

  • Use AI-scored mock tests to track your progress. Don’t rely only on free tools.
  • Record your speaking responses and listen to them critically.
  • Revise mistakes instead of just doing more practice blindly.
  • Don’t waste time on low-scoring tasks. Focus more on Repeat Sentence, Write from Dictation, and Fill in the Blanks—they give you the most marks.
  • Stay calm during the test. Fluency is more important than perfection.