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PTE Exam Fees 2026: Registration, Rescheduling & Cancellation Fees

Get the latest PTE exam fees in India, including registration, rescheduling and cancellation charges. Compare PTE, IELTS and TOEFL fees to choose the right test.

Last updated12th Dec 2025
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Published by Bindu Mary Idicula

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The Pearson Test of English is a popular language proficiency test taken by study abroad aspirants and professionals aiming to move a foreign country from a non-English speaking country. The PTE exam fees vary depending on the country and the type of PTE test, like PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI, PTE Core, PTE Home A1, PTE Home A2, PTE Home B1.

Let’s give you the updated PTE exam fees, rescheduling and cancellation fees and a quick comparison with IELTS exam fees and TOEFL exam fees.

PTE Exam Fee in India 2026

The latest PTE exam fees in India range from ₹15284 to ₹18000. This range covers the PTE Academic fees, PTE Academic UKVI, PTE Core fees, PTE Home fees. If an applicant registers for the exam less than 48 hours before the PTE test date, they will be charged a PTE Late Registration Fee.

Below are the PTE exam prices for the different PTE exam categories.

PTE Exam Type(PTE Exam Cost (INR)Exam Purpose
PTE Academic₹18,000For study abroad and visa applications
PTE Core₹18,000For professional and academic purposes, aligned with Pearson's
PTE Academic UKVI₹18,000For UK visas and immigration purposes
PTE Home A1₹15284In order to obtain a family visa and settle in the UK
PTE Home A2₹15284For extending a visa and settling a family in the UK
PTE Home B1₹15284For indefinite leave to remain and citizenship applications in the UK

Understanding these costs help make informed decisions about your PTE exam dates and test centres and organise other finances carefully. 

PTE Late Registration Fee

In addition to the PTE exam registration charge, a late registration fee is applicable whenever a candidate has sent an application for the PTE after the normal deadline. To avoid extra costs, plan early and register for your test in good time. Check the official PTE website for specific deadlines and related fees in your area to ensure you meet all the necessary criteria.

The fee details are mentioned below:

PTE Registration typePTE Exam Cost (INR)
Registration Fees₹18,000
Charges for late registration₹850
Total Late Registration Fees₹18,850

PTE Exam Cancellation Charges

If you want to withdraw from the PTE Exam, there is a cancellation policy for refunds depending on the number of days of prior notice given for cancellation.

  • If you cancel the test 14 days or earlier than the test date, you will be eligible for a complete refund of the exam fees.
  • If you cancel your registration 8 to 13 days prior to the test date, you might be eligible for a 50% refund of the test fees.
  • However, there will be no refund if the cancellation is made within 7 days of the test date.

PTE Exam Rescheduling Charges

The PTE exam rescheduling charges are as follows:

  • If candidates have at least 14 full calendar days left before their test date, they may reschedule their PTE exam without incurring any fees.
  • 14 days or less before your test date, you cannot reschedule. In this scenario, you can only cancel your test and make a new appointment
  • You can reschedule your test a maximum of six times.

PTE Exam Fees in Comparison to IELTS Exam Fees and TOEFL Exam Fees

The cost of various exam fees plays a crucial role in selecting the right language proficiency tests apart from the PTE exam pattern and syllabus. And, here is a comparison table between PTE exam fees, IELTS exam fees, TOEFL exam fees:

TestStandard / Base Fee (India)
PTE Academic / Core / UKVI₹ 18,000
IELTS (Academic / General training)₹ 18,000 (paper or computer-based)
TOEFL iBT₹ 16,900

Your dream of studying abroad starts with the right PTE preparation, and understanding every detail of the test from PTE exam and pattern to PTE scores, all this empowers you to take confident steps toward top universities in USA, UK, Australia and many more. Whether you need help with preparation, scoring strategies or booking your PTE test, AECC’s experienced counsellors are here to guide you at every stage.

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PTE Exam Fees FAQs

You can pay the PTE exam fee online through the official Pearson PTE website when booking your test. After selecting your test date and centre, you will be directed to a secure payment page. PTE accepts major debit and credit cards, and the payment is confirmed instantly. Make sure your card is enabled for international transactions before completing the payment.

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Published by Bindu Mary Idicula

Test Prep, Courses and Application Expert | 20 Years Advising Students from India

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Bindu Mary Idicula has spent over 20 years in international education, writing on three areas that students from India navigate across every study abroad destination: standardised tests, course selection and application documents. She covers TOEFL, SAT, ACT, OET, GRE and GMAT, writes on standalone course guides across disciplines, and covers the application documents students need including Letters of Recommendation, Statements of Purpose, academic essays and CVs.

Her articles are written around the questions Indian students consistently ask during consultations. Which test gives a student from India the best chance at a particular university. How preparation timelines work for students coming from Indian schooling systems. What a particular course looks like for Indian applicants across different countries. What makes an SOP stand out for an Indian student applying to an international institution. These are the specifics that generic guides do not address.

Her articles across the AECC platform have been read over 650,000 times. The breadth of topics she covers reflects the range of questions Indian students bring to consultations, from which exam to take first to how to write a CV that works for an international university application. She holds an MBA in Marketing and is based at AECC's Tamil Nadu offices.

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