What is the PTE exam fee in Pakistan for 2026?

The official PTE Academic fee for Pakistan in 2026 is $240 USD, charged in US Dollars. You need an internationally enabled credit or debit card. The PKR equivalent varies by your bank's exchange rate on the day of payment. Easypaisa and JazzCash are not accepted.

PTE Exam Fee 2026: Official Rates by Country [Updated]

Last verified: May 2026 — Fees sourced from the official Pearson PTE booking portal

PTE Exam Fee 2026: Official Rates by Country

Planning to take the PTE exam in 2026? This guide covers the exact, verified fees for Pakistan, Australia, UK, Canada, India, and UAE — across all test types: PTE Academic, PTE Core, and PTE UKVI. Updated May 2026 from the official Pearson portal.

2026 official fees — at a glance

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Pakistan

$240 USD

Charged in USD · Intl. card required

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Australia

AUD 490

Includes 10% GST

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United Kingdom

£170 GBP

PTE Academic UKVI rate

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Canada

CAD 350

PTE Academic & PTE Core

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India

₹18,000

Includes 18% local tax

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UAE

1,350 AED

Includes 5% VAT

PTE Test Fee by Country — Full Table (2026)

The table below shows official PTE Academic fees for 2026, verified from the Pearson PTE booking portal. Final checkout prices may include local taxes. Not yet decided on PTE? Read our complete guide to PTE exam types first.

🌍	Country	Official Fee (2026)	~USD Equiv.	Key Notes
🇵🇰	Pakistan	$240 USD	$240	Charged in USD. PKR amount varies by your bank’s exchange rate on payment day. Must use internationally enabled card.
🇦🇺	Australia	AUD 490≈ USD 315	$315	Includes 10% GST. Applied at all Australian test centres.
🇨🇦	Canada	CAD 350≈ USD 260	$260	Applies to both PTE Academic and PTE Core. PTE Core is required for Canadian PR via IRCC.
🇬🇧	United Kingdom	£170 GBP≈ USD 215	$215	PTE Academic UKVI rate — approved by UK Home Office for study and work visa applications.
🇮🇳	India	₹18,000 INR≈ USD 210	$210	Includes 18% GST. One of the most cost-effective markets globally.
🇦🇪	UAE	1,350 AED≈ USD 365	$365	Includes 5% VAT.

ℹ️ Important: PTE fees are periodically adjusted by Pearson. Always verify the final price on pearsonpte.com at checkout — the portal will show the exact amount for your selected test centre and date.

PTE Academic vs PTE Core vs PTE UKVI — Which Should You Book?

Booking the wrong version means paying again. Check the table carefully. For a full explanation of each test, see our All About PTE Exams guide or the dedicated PTE Academic page.

Test Type	Who Needs This	2026 Fee (Example)	Key Notes
PTE Academic	University admissions globally (USA, Canada, Australia); general migration	Varies by countrySee table above	Most common version. Accepted by 3,000+ institutions worldwide.
PTE Academic UKVI	UK Visas & Immigration — study and work visa applicants	~£170 GBP	Approved by UK Home Office. Required for most UK visa routes. Do NOT book standard PTE Academic for a UK visa.
PTE Core	Canadian permanent residence (PR) & citizenship via IRCC	~CAD 350	Accepted by IRCC for all economic immigration categories. Cannot be used for university admissions.
PTE Home	UK family visas & settlement routes	Varies	Tests only speaking and listening. Not for study or skilled worker routes.

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Quick decision guide:
🇵🇰 Pakistani student going to Australia → PTE Academic (learn more about PTE Academic)
🇬🇧 Applying for UK university or Skilled Worker visa → PTE Academic UKVI
🇨🇦 Applying for Canadian PR → PTE Core (see PTE Core booking guide for Canada)

Additional Costs to Budget For

Cost Type	Amount	Details
Late Booking Fee	~$30 USD	Applies when booking within 48 hours of your desired slot. Avoid by booking at least 1 week ahead.
Rescheduling Fee	Up to full fee	Depends on how close to your test date. See the rescheduling table below.
Score Sending	FREE ✅	Unlimited free score sending via PTE Advantage portal — a major saving vs. IELTS which charges per institution.
Currency Conversion	4–6%	International card transactions may attract a foreign currency conversion fee from your bank. Factor this in when paying in USD from Pakistan.

PTE Rescheduling & Cancellation Fees 2026

Time Before Test Date	Rescheduling Fee	Cancellation Refund
14+ days before	Free ✅	Full refund (minus small admin fee) ✅
8–13 days before	50% of test fee ⚠️	50% refund only ⚠️
7 days or less	Full test fee — no rescheduling ❌	No refund ❌

⚠️ Tip: Log into your Pearson account → “My Tests” → follow the prompts to reschedule. Always act more than 14 days before your test to avoid any penalty fee.

Accepted Payment Methods

Payment Method	Available?	Notes
Visa / Mastercard / Amex	✅ Yes	Must be internationally enabled for online foreign currency transactions. Most common method.
Apple Pay / Google Pay	✅ Many regions	Available in select countries. Check your region at checkout.
Voucher Code	✅ Yes	Enter at checkout. Only use codes from Pearson-authorised partners.
Local bank transfer	❌ No	Not supported on the Pearson portal.
Easypaisa / JazzCash	❌ No	Not supported. Pakistani students must use an internationally enabled card.

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Pakistani students — action required before booking: The PTE fee is processed in USD. Activate international / online foreign currency transactions on your Visa or Mastercard before visiting the Pearson portal. Easypaisa, JazzCash, and local bank transfers are not accepted.

How to Pay Your PTE Test Fee — Step by Step

Follow these steps on the official Pearson PTE website. Need to prepare after booking? Check our PTE Smart Study Plan and PTE Practice Tests.

Create or log into your Pearson account

Go to pearsonpte.com and sign in. Create a free account if you’re new.
Click “Book PTE Test”

Select your test type — Academic, Core (Canada PR), or UKVI (UK visas). Not sure which one? See our PTE types guide.
Select your country and test centre

Choose your country (e.g., Pakistan) and nearest available test centre.
Pick your date and time slot

Select an available slot. Avoid booking within 48 hours to prevent the ~$30 late fee.
Review all details carefully

Double-check your full name spelling, test type, date, time, and total fee. Name errors can disqualify your result.
Enter voucher code (if applicable)

If you have a discount voucher from an authorised Pearson partner, enter it now in the “Voucher Code” field.
Pay and confirm

Complete checkout with your international card. You will receive an instant confirmation email — save this as your proof of booking.

Official PTE Test Fee Discounts & Vouchers

Authorised Partner Discounts: Pearson’s strategic partners in some regions (notably India and China) offer 10–12% discount codes to enrolled students.
Group Booking: Some test centres offer a small discount for groups of 5+ candidates. Contact your local centre directly.
Seasonal Promotions: Pearson occasionally runs limited-time offers. Check pearsonpte.com or follow their official social channels.

⛔ Warning: Never purchase vouchers from unofficial third-party websites. Only use discount codes from confirmed Pearson-authorised sources to avoid scams.

PTE Fee Refund Policy

✅ Eligible for refund if:

You cancel 14+ days before your test (full refund minus small admin fee)
The test centre cancels your test due to technical issues or emergency
You have a documented medical emergency with a medical certificate submitted to Pearson

❌ No refund if:

You cancel within 14 days of your test
You do not show up (no-show)
You arrive late and are not admitted
You bring invalid or incorrect ID

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exact PTE exam fee in Pakistan for 2026?⌄

The official PTE Academic fee for Pakistan in 2026 is $240 USD, charged in US Dollars via the Pearson portal. The PKR equivalent depends on your bank’s exchange rate on the day of payment. You must use an internationally enabled Visa or Mastercard. Easypaisa and JazzCash are not accepted.

What is the PTE exam fee in Australia for 2026?⌄

The official PTE Academic fee in Australia is AUD 490 (approximately USD 315), inclusive of the 10% Goods and Services Tax (GST). This rate applies at all Australian test centres.

What is the PTE Core fee in Canada for 2026?⌄

The PTE Core fee in Canada is approximately CAD 350 (around USD 260). PTE Core is specifically accepted by IRCC for all Canadian permanent residence and citizenship applications via Express Entry and other economic streams. It cannot be used for university admissions — use PTE Academic for that. See our PTE Core booking guide for step-by-step booking instructions.

What is the PTE UKVI fee in the UK for 2026?⌄

The PTE Academic UKVI fee is £170 GBP (approximately USD 215). This version is specifically approved by the UK Home Office for most UK visa applications including student and Skilled Worker visas. Do not book standard PTE Academic if you are applying for a UK visa.

Is PTE cheaper than IELTS in 2026?⌄

In most countries, yes. In Australia, PTE is AUD 490 versus IELTS at approximately AUD 435–455. The bigger saving with PTE is unlimited free score sending via PTE Advantage — compared to IELTS which charges per institution. Want a detailed comparison? See our FAQs About PTE page.

Can I pay for PTE via bank transfer in Pakistan?⌄

No. Local bank transfers, Easypaisa, and JazzCash are not accepted on the Pearson portal. You must use an internationally enabled Visa, Mastercard, or Amex card. Activate international online transactions with your bank before booking.

What is the PTE rescheduling fee in 2026?⌄

Rescheduling 14+ days before your test is free. Rescheduling 8–13 days before costs 50% of the test fee. Rescheduling 7 days or less before is not permitted — you must cancel and will receive no refund.

What is the difference between PTE Academic and PTE Core?⌄

PTE Academic is for university admissions and general migration worldwide. PTE Core is exclusively for Canadian PR and citizenship applications via IRCC. PTE Core cannot substitute for PTE Academic for university admissions. Read our full PTE exam types guide for more detail.