Is there a difference between PTE (General) and PTE Academic?

The main differences between the two are –

*Feature*	*PTE General*	*PTE Academic*
About the test	Formerly London Tests of English General.	Launched in 2009. Endorsed by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC).
Who accepts?	Only a few countries accept.	Most universities accept for admission purposes.
Who should give this test?	Non-native speakers of English migrating to an English-speaking country.	Those who wish to apply for colleges or universities abroad.
Eligibility criterion	No age limit or specific qualification needed.	Age should be at least 18 years or above.
Exam Format	Mainly 2 sections – a written paper, and a spoken test.	Similar to the IELTS, there are 4 sections – Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing
Validity of Score	Lifetime validity. PTE General certificates do not expire.	Valid for 2 years from date of issue of result.
When is the exam held?	Check here for the upcoming test dates.	Held in 200+ locations globally, more than 360 days a year.
Who conducts the test?	By Pearson in partnership with Edexcel Limited.	By Pearson Language Tests. Endorsed by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC).