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PTE 30 to IELTS

PTE 30 equals IELTS 4.5 by Pearson's table (July 2025). The IELTS Partners' table (2021) starts at band 5.0, so it gives no band for this score.

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PTE 30 is about

  • IELTSBands ⁦4.0–9.0⁩

    4.5

    Pearson, Jul 2025

    IELTS Partners' table: below 5.0IELTS Partners, 2021

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PTE 30 is about IELTS 4.5.

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Scores around IELTS 4.5

IELTSPTEPearson, Jul 2025PTE (IELTS table)IELTS Partners, 2021
4.0–No published equivalent–No published equivalent
4.524–30–No published equivalent
5.031–3840.8
5.539–4645.4

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Universities that accept PTE 30

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Frequently asked questions

What is PTE 30 in IELTS?

PTE 30 equals IELTS 4.5 by Pearson's table (July 2025). The IELTS Partners' table (2021) starts at band 5.0, so it gives no band for this score.

What CEFR level is PTE 30?

PTE 30 matches IELTS 4.5, which is CEFR B1, Intermediate. You handle familiar topics, everyday situations and simple connected text.

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