PTE Personal Introduction: What It Is (Unscored)
Personal Introduction is the very first thing you do in PTE Academic — and it is not scored. It is not part of your result and is not sent to institutions. Its real value is as a warm-up: a chance to settle your nerves, hear your own voice, and confirm your microphone is recording you clearly.
How Personal Introduction works
You see a prompt asking you to introduce yourself, get about 25 seconds to prepare, then speak for up to 30 seconds. The recording may accompany applications to institutions in some cases, but it does not contribute to your PTE score.
What to say
- 1State your name and where you are from.
- 2Mention what you are studying or your field of interest.
- 3Give your reason for taking PTE Academic (study, work, or migration).
- 4Add a short line about a hobby or goal to fill the time naturally.
Use it to calibrate your microphone
Speak at the same clear, steady volume you plan to use for the scored tasks. This confirms the headset is positioned well and gets your voice warmed up before the marks start counting.
How Personal Introduction is scored
It is not scored at all — there are no content, fluency, or pronunciation marks. Do not stress about perfection. Treat it purely as a relaxed warm-up so you walk into Read Aloud already comfortable and speaking smoothly.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating it as high-stakes and getting anxious before the scored tasks begin.
- Speaking too quietly to test whether the microphone is working.
- Staying silent for the full time instead of using it to warm up your voice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the PTE Personal Introduction count towards my score?
No. The Personal Introduction is unscored and does not affect your result. Use it as a warm-up and a microphone check before the scored speaking tasks begin.
What should I say in my PTE Personal Introduction?
Briefly cover your name, where you are from, what you study or do, and why you are taking PTE. Keep it natural and use the time to settle your nerves and warm up your voice.
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