Pearson has opened a new Pearson VUE Test Centre Select (PVTC Select) in Chitwan, expanding access to the Pearson Test of English (PTE) in Nepal. The move aims to support aspiring students and professionals seeking international education and employment opportunities, says the institution. “The newly launched 10-seat testing facility, operated by ACE Testing Hub, is equipped with enhanced identity verification and surveillance technology, ensuring a secure and reliable testing experience. PVTC Selects operate in over 100 countries, providing standardized testing services worldwide.”
Nepal has a growing demand for international education, with 19 percent of its tertiary-level students studying abroad in 2021. In the fiscal year 2023/24 alone, over 112,000 Nepali students obtained No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to pursue education in 66 countries, including Japan, Canada, Australia, the UK, and the USA. Additionally, approximately 494,000 Nepali citizens migrated abroad for employment in 2023.
“The new Pearson VUE Test Centre Select in Chitwan represents our commitment to enhancing connectivity and support for test-takers in Nepal,” said Prabhul Ravindran, Regional Director, South Asia, English Language Learning, Pearson. “This expansion aligns with our mission to provide accessible and reliable testing services to meet the growing needs of the Nepali community.”vPearson aims to strengthen its presence as a leading English assessment provider in Nepal. “We are proud to extend our world-class test centres to offer a convenient and secure PTE testing experience,” said Gary Gates, Managing Director, Pearson VUE. “Our goal is to support more aspiring candidates in achieving their academic and professional ambitions.”
PTE is recognized by over 3,500 global universities and the governments of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the UK for visa applications. It is also accepted by leading professional organizations in fields such as nursing, accounting, and engineering. Test-takers can use their PTE results to apply for prestigious scholarships, including the Australian government’s Australia Awards, New Zealand’s Secondary School Scholarships (NZSS), the UK’s Chevening Scholarships, and the Fulbright Scholarships in the US.
“With more than 475 secure test centres worldwide, PTE delivers results within 48 hours, utilizing AI-driven assessment technology for fairness and accuracy. Last year, over 1m test-takers relied on PTE to advance their education and career prospects globally,” as per the institution.
