Oxford Test of English Advanced: format, scoring, fees and where it is accepted

Overview

Oxford Test of English Advanced measures general English from B2 to C1. It has four modules taken on computer at an Approved Test Centre. OUP states that the overall level is certified by the University of Oxford.

Who it is for

Applicants to universities that ask for B2 or C1 English
Professionals who need proof of advanced English
Candidates who want fast results and module-by-module retakes

Versions

Full test

All four modules in one booking.

Single modules

Any module or combination of modules can be taken or retaken.

Where it is accepted

University admission where the institution lists OTE Advanced
Proof of advanced English for employers
Not a UK SELT for UK visa applications

Always check the current requirements of the university, employer, regulator or visa authority you are applying to.

Test format

Oxford Test of English Advanced sections
Section	What it involves
Speaking	About 15 minutes. 5 parts, including short talks and responses to prompts.
Listening	About 35 minutes. 4 parts, around 20-22 questions. Each recording is heard twice.
Reading	Up to 35 minutes. 4 parts, around 22-24 questions.
Writing	Up to 50 minutes. Essay of 220-280 words (30 min) and a summary of 80-100 words (20 min).

Total time: Approximately 2 hours (OUP Spain); module times add up to about 2 hours 15 minutes

Scores and validity

Scoring: Results show a standardised score and a CEFR level (B2 or C1) for each module and overall.
Validity: OUP states that results are valid for life. Receiving institutions may set their own limits.

How long results take is shown at the top of this page.

Fees

We could not confirm a current fee for candidates in Pakistan from an official source. Check the price on the official Oxford Test of English Advanced website (opens in a new tab) when you book.

Fees are set by the test owner, were checked on 21 October 2026, and can change. Confirm the price when you book. GAPICT never takes exam fees.

On test day

Identification

The test centre tells candidates which ID to bring when it confirms the booking.

Arrive early, bring only what the test owner allows, and expect identity checks and a photo at check-in. Read our test day guide and exam day FAQs.

How to book

Exam seats for Oxford Test of English Advanced are booked and paid on the test owner's own system. Delivered through: Approved centres.

1
Book and pay directly with an Oxford Test of English Approved Test Centre.
2
Choose an approved test centre from the test owner's centre list.
3
Book your date with that centre; it confirms the fee and its policies.
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Keep your confirmation and check the ID rules before test day.

Book on official Oxford Test of English Advanced website

The Oxford Test of English is booked only through an Approved Test Centre, which sets dates and fees.

GAPICT cannot take bookings for this exam. Exam seats are booked and paid on the test owner's system.

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Oxford Test of English Advanced FAQs

How is it different from the standard Oxford Test of English?

It targets a higher range, B2 to C1, and the Writing module asks for an essay and a summary.

Can I retake only one module?

Yes. Individual modules can be retaken, and the report card shows your latest and best result.

Is it taken at home?

No. OUP describes it as a 100% online test, but it is taken at an Approved Test Centre.

Sources

Facts on this page were checked against these official sources on 21 October 2026. If anything here differs from the test owner's website, the owner's website is correct.

Oxford Test of English Advanced and related names are trademarks of their owners and are used here only to describe the test. GAPICT is independent of Oxford University Press (University of Oxford), is not endorsed by it, and is not currently an authorised centre for this test.

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