Comparison of
proficiency levels
This table compares proficiency levels across various standardized tests, including IELTS, PTE, TOEFL-IBT, SAT, GRE, and GMAT. It highlights corresponding scores, eligibility for scholarships, and admission opportunities, ranging from “Expert” (highest scores ensuring scholarships) to “Modest” (lower scores with limited acceptance).
| Level of Proficiency Described |
IELTS 1-9 | PTE 0-90 | TOEFL-IBT 1-120 | SAT 400-1600 | GRE 130-170 Scaled Score Verbal-Quantitative | GMAT 200-800 | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 86-90 | 118-120 | 1480-1600 | Ensures Scholarships | ||
| Very Good | 8.5 | 83-85 | 115-117 | 1320-1479 | Ensures Scholarships | ||
| Very Good | 8 | 79-82 | 110-114 | 1280-1319 | Eligible for Scholarships | ||
| Good | 7.5 | 73-78 | 102-109 | 1120-1279 | Eligible for Scholarships | ||
| Good | 7 | 65-72 | 94-101 | Below 1120 has no value for scholarship | Below 147-152 scaled has no value for scholarship | Below 550 scaled has no value for scholarship | Ensures Admission |
| Competent | 6.5 | 58-64 | 79-93 | Ensures Admission | |||
| Competent | 6 | 50-57 | 60-78 | Tough for Admission | |||
| Modest | 5.5 | 43-49 | 46-59 | Few Institutions Accept | |||
| Modest | 5 | 36-42 | 40-46 | Better Sit for Another Test |