Compare English test scores between IELTS, TOEFL (new 1–6 and old 0–120 scales), PTE Academic and the Duolingo English Test, using the test makers’ own tables.
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Score comparison table
| IELTS | TOEFL (1–6) | TOEFL (0–120) | PTE | Duolingo | CEFR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.0–9.0 | 6.0 | 114+ | 79–90 | 150–160 | C2 |
| 7.5 | 5.5 | 107+ | 71–78 | 140–145 | C1 |
| 7.0 | 5.0 | 95+ | 63–70 | 130–135 | C1 |
| 6.5 | 4.5 | 86+ | 55–62 | 120–125 | B2 |
| 6.0 | 4.0 | 72+ | 47–54 | 110–115 | B2 |
| 5.5 | 3.5 | 58+ | 39–46 | 95–105 | B1 |
| 5.0 | 2.5 | 34+ | 31–38 | 85–90 | B1 |
| 4.5 | 2.0 | 24+ | 24–30 | 70–80 | A2–B1 |
The new TOEFL scale
Since January 2026, TOEFL iBT reports scores on a 1 to 6 scale in half-point steps, lined up with CEFR levels. For a transition period, score reports also show a comparable score on the old 0 to 120 scale.
Where the numbers come from
- TOEFL: ETS’s published comparison with IELTS and CEFR.
- PTE: Pearson’s PTE Academic and IELTS concordance study (July 2025).
- Duolingo: Duolingo’s DET and IELTS concordance report.
Concordance tables are approximate. Universities, employers and visa schemes set their own requirements, often including minimum scores for each section, so always check what they accept.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score equals IELTS 6.5?
PTE 55 to 62, according to Pearson’s 2025 concordance study.
What Duolingo score equals IELTS 6.5?
About 120 to 125.
What is the new TOEFL score scale?
From January 2026, TOEFL iBT scores run from 1 to 6. A 4.5 is roughly IELTS 6.5.
Can I use these scores for a UK visa?
UK visas need a Secure English Language Test (SELT) from an approved provider, so check the Home Office list.
Sources
- ETS: Compare TOEFL iBT scores
- Pearson: PTE Academic concordance study (July 2025)
- Duolingo: DET and IELTS concordance report
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