Canada Government stated accepting PTE (Pearson Test of English) Scores For Student Direct Stream Applications

PTE Scores Canada education institution had stated the PTE scores for Student Direct Stream Applications, expanding options for students pursuing education in the country, especially for those preparing for various government exams like teachers, police officers, banking, railways, defence, and civil service positions from PSCS to IAS. Students who have taken the PTE Academic test before August 10 are eligible to benefit from this new directive. The Student Direct Stream (SDS) was introduced for the purpose of expediting the visa application process for students from select countries, including India, China, the Philippines, and Vietnam. Initially, only IELTS (International English Language Testing System) scores were accepted as proof of English proficiency.

Student Direct Stream Canada

The Student Direct Stream (SDS) is a study permit application for the purpose of the visa application process for the student of the countries of  Antigua and Barbuda, Brazil, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, India, Morocco, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Senegal, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, and Vietnam. As per the latest IRCC figures for 2022, Canada had more than 750,300 study permit applications during the 2022 calendar year. To avail of the benefit of STE is as follows:-

RequirementDetails
College Acceptance LetterPossess an acceptance letter from a Canadian college/university.
Residence outside of Canada at applicationMust have been residing outside Canada during the application.
Payment of Tuition FeesProvide evidence of paying first-year tuition fees.
Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC)Possess a GIC valued at CAD $10,000.
Medical Examination ReportSubmit a report confirming medical fitness.
English Proficiency Test ResultsFurnish results of an English proficiency test (e.g., IELTS).
Educational Transcripts (latest)Provide the most recent academic transcripts.

What is the Student Direct Stream (SDS) in Canada?

The Student Direct Stream (SDS) is a program introduced by Canada to expedite the visa application process for students from select countries, including India, China, the Philippines, and Vietnam.

What are PTE scores?

PTE (Pearson Test of English) scores are a measure of English language proficiency that is widely accepted by educational institutions and governments for admissions and visa applications.