I Was Stuck at 360 in OET Reading… Until I Did THIS to Score 460 in 2025!

author Dr Nasir Bukhari

- Aug 21, 2025 - 7 min read - 1k Likes

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I Was Stuck at 360 in OET Reading… Until I Did THIS to Score 460 in 2025

Struggling with OET Reading? You’re not alone. Many healthcare professionals — doctors, nurses, and pharmacists — find themselves stuck around 300–360 scores in OET Reading. That was me too.

No matter how much I practiced, my score wouldn’t go beyond 360. But in 2025, I finally discovered the real strategies that changed everything. Using specific exam hacks, mindset shifts, and smart drills, I improved my score to 460 in OET Reading.

Here’s exactly how I did it 👇


✅ Why I Was Stuck at 360

  • I wasted too much time on difficult questions.
  • I didn’t understand how examiners paraphrase answers.
  • I didn’t practice enough under time pressure.
  • I lacked a clear system for Part B & C.

Sound familiar? Then this guide is for you.


✅ My Step-by-Step Strategy to Reach 460

  1. Improve Skimming & Scanning Speed
    Quickly move across the passage to spot key terms instead of re-reading the entire text.
  2. Decode Synonyms in Part B & C
    If the question says “treatment was initiated,” the passage might say “therapy was started.” Always watch for synonyms.
  3. Practice Like It’s the Real Exam
    Train under actual time limits. Only then will you develop the pace needed to finish all parts.
  4. Use Smart OET-Style Drills
    Don’t waste time with random IELTS/OET books. Practice only with authentic exam-style materials.
  5. Mindset Shift: Don’t Fear Hard Questions
    In my exam, I treated each question as if I were consulting a real patient — this calm mindset stopped panic and helped me focus.

✅ Common Mistakes You Must Avoid

❌ Spending too long on one passage.
❌ Looking for “exact word matches” instead of paraphrases.
❌ Ignoring time pressure during practice.
❌ Writing full notes instead of keywords.


✅ Bonus Hack That Made the Difference

The biggest mistake I fixed: I stopped trying to be 100% sure before moving on.
If I wasn’t certain, I picked the best option and moved forward. This one shift alone saved me 10+ minutes in the test.


📌 Final Advice

If you’re stuck at 360 like I was, the good news is — you can fix it. These OET Reading Tips 2025 are tested and proven to work. Apply them consistently, and your score will jump.

I went from 360 → 460 using these exact strategies, and so can you.


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