- What are PTE Templates and How to Use Them the Right Way?
- PTE Academic Templates 2026
- PTE Core Templates 2026
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Are PTE templates allowed by Pearson?
- Do PTE templates still work in 2026?
- Are there templates for the new PTE tasks?
- Can I use the same template for every question?
- How are PTE Core templates different from PTE Academic templates?
- How many templates should I learn?
- Is AI practice better than memorizing templates?
PTE Templates 2026: Free Templates for Every PTE Academic & PTE Core Task
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Many PTE students use templates to plan their answers. At the same time, many worry that Pearson now gives lower scores for them. Both points are partly true. What matters is how you use the template.
This guide gives you free PTE templates 2026 for every speaking and writing task in PTE Academic and PTE Core.
What are PTE Templates and How to Use Them the Right Way?
A PTE template tells you what to say first, what to say next and how to finish. You then add the details from the question.
Templates are most useful in tasks where you must organize a longer answer in a short time.
Use each template as a guide. Learn the order of the ideas, not a fixed set of sentences.
Keep the fixed parts short. One opening sentence and one closing sentence are enough. Everything in the middle should come from the image, recording or text in front of you.
Change your wording for each question. If you start every practice answer with the same sentence, write three or four different versions and use them in turn.
Practice with a timer. Your answer must fit the time limit comfortably.
Record your PTE practice answers and listen back. If you sound like you are reading, simplify your wording until it sounds natural.
PTE Academic Templates 2026
Words in square brackets are the parts you fill in from the question.
Describe Image Template
You have 25 seconds to study the image and 40 seconds to answer. The image may be a Bar Chart, Line Graph, Pie Chart, Table, Map or Process Diagram. Pearson recommends this order: the general topic, the main point, other details, then a conclusion.
- The [type of image] shows [what it is about] in [place or group] over [time period]. The main point is that [the biggest or most important feature]. In addition, [second detail with a figure], while [third detail with a figure]. Overall, this suggests that [conclusion or likely result].
Sample chart for practice
Pearson also scores whether you mention a conclusion or likely result, so always end with one. For more help, visit our PTE Describe Image Templates Page.
Practice PTE Templates with Mock Tests
Take a Mock TestRe-tell Lecture Template
You listen to a lecture of up to 90 seconds. You then have 10 seconds to prepare and 40 seconds to speak. While you listen, note the topic, the main points and any example the speaker gives.
- The lecture was about [topic]. First, the speaker explained that [main point 1]. Then, the audio discussed [main point 2] and gave the example of [detail]. The lecture also mentioned that [main point 3]. In conclusion, they suggested that [conclusion or result].
Respond to a Situation Template
You listen to and read a short everyday situation. You then have 10 seconds to prepare and 40 seconds to speak. Pearson advises you to decide in your preparation time whether the situation needs formal or informal language.
- Hi [name or role]. I wanted to speak to you about [the issue]. The reason is that [explain the situation briefly]. Would it be possible to [your request or suggestion]? If not, [another option]. Thank you for [understanding or helping].
Include every key detail from the situation. Pearson says that changing a detail, such as saying Sunday when the prompt says Friday, will lower your content PTE Score. Practice with our Respond to a Situation sample questions.
Summarize Group Discussion Template
You listen to a discussion between three people that lasts up to three minutes. You then have 10 seconds to prepare and two minutes to speak. Pearson recommends starting with the main topic, then covering each point and saying which speaker made it.
- The discussion was about [main topic]. The first speaker said that [opinion], because [reason]. The second speaker [agreed or disagreed] and pointed out that [point]. The third speaker suggested that [point]. In the end, the speakers [agreed that, or did not agree on] [final outcome].
Try to add as much content from the audio as possible and elaborate your responses based on the discussion while covering the speaker's main ideas.
Write Essay Template
You have 20 minutes to write an essay of 200 to 300 words. Pearson advises you to find the key words in the prompt before you start writing.
- [One sentence about the topic.] [The question in your own words.] In my opinion, [your position], for two main reasons.
- The first reason is that [point]. [Explain why.] For example, [example].
- Another reason is that [point]. [Explain why.] This can be seen in [example or evidence].
- In conclusion, [your position in different words], because [reason 1] and [reason 2].
Summarize Written Text Template
You read a text of up to 300 words. You then have 10 minutes to write a summary in one full sentence of 5 to 75 words. Pearson recommends a sentence with a main clause and a supporting clause, joined with words such as "and," "which" or "although."
- [Main idea of the text], because [key point 1], and [key point 2], although [contrasting point].
PTE Core Templates 2026
PTE Core is used for Canadian permanent residency and citizenship applications.
Write Email Template
You read a prompt of up to 100 words, usually with three bullet points. You then have 9 minutes to write an email of 80 to 120 words. Pearson says your email needs a greeting, an introduction, a conclusion and a closing, and it must cover all three bullet points.
- Dear [name or title],
- I am writing to [reason for the email].
- [Bullet point 1, in one or two sentences.]
- [Bullet point 2, in one or two sentences.]
- [Bullet point 3, in one or two sentences.]
- I look forward to [hearing from you or your reply].
- [Kind regards or Best wishes],[Your name]
See our PTE Core Write Email guide for sample prompts.
Respond to a Situation Template
In PTE Core, you get 20 seconds to prepare instead of 10, and 40 seconds to speak. You can use the same template as the PTE Academic version above.
In PTE Core, Pearson scores this task on appropriateness, which means whether your language suits the situation and the person you are speaking to. It also scores fluency and pronunciation.
Describe Image Template for PTE Core
The PTE Describe Image task is the same in PTE Core: 25 seconds to prepare and 40 seconds to speak. Use the Academic template above.
Summarize Written Text Template for PTE Core
This task works differently in PTE Core. You read a text of up to 200 words. You then have 10 minutes to write a summary of 25 to 50 words, and you may use one or more sentences. If you write fewer than 25 or more than 50 words, your summary scores zero.
- The text explains that [main idea]. It shows that [key point 1] and [key point 2].
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Are PTE templates allowed by Pearson?
Do PTE templates still work in 2026?
Are there templates for the new PTE tasks?
Can I use the same template for every question?
How are PTE Core templates different from PTE Academic templates?
How many templates should I learn?
Is AI practice better than memorizing templates?
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