How to Book a PTE Exam 2026: Step-by-Step Guide

PTE test booking is a simple process completed online from the official Pearson PTE website. The steps include creating a myPTE account first, and then selecting your preferred test date, center, and slot. After selecting these and providing your personal information, you will make the payment. You will receive an email confirming your PTE test and all its details.

• No document is required at the time of booking.
• A valid and updated Indian passport needs to be presented at the test center on the test day.
• The fee is INR 18,900 for the Academic, UKVI (for UK visas), and Core (for Canadian visas) tests.
• The fee for UKVI Home (for UK family visas and citizenship) tests is INR 15,300.
• Test dates are available throughout the year, with 20-25 dates every month.
• Can be taken in any of the 62 test centers in India.

How to Book a PTE Test 2026?

Follow the steps below to understand how you can book a PTE exam 2026.

Step 1: Go to the official PTE website (www.pearsonpte.com) and click on ‘Book a Test’.

Step 2: For test recommendations, first answer the questions, “Where do you want to go?” and “What do you want to do there?” Then, click on “Check availability & book”.

Step 3: Enter where you’d like to take the test, and you will see a list of nearby test centers and available dates. Choose a center, select a date and time, and click on 'Book'.

Step 4: You will be asked to confirm your identity by entering some details. Make sure the details you enter here match exactly with those on your passport. To avoid silly mistakes, you also have the option to upload a photo of your ID.

Step 5: Answer the booking questions like the language you speak at home, and what your preferred study abroad destination is. Then, click on “Next”.

Step 6: Read all the policies carefully and proceed to your selected test details. Review your test appointment details and payment information, and make the payment by clicking on “Checkout”.

Notes:

• While the passport is not mandatory to be uploaded during registration, it is mandatory to be presented at the test center on the test day.
• You can only book one test at a time.
• You can book a new test only after receiving the scores from the previous test.
• You can only book a test up to 12 times within a 12-month window.

What is the PTE Exam Fee in India for 2026?

The table below gives the PTE exam fee in India for 2026:

Note: All prices are inclusive of 18% GST.

PTE Exam Fee Payment Methods 2026

You can choose from over 20 methods for the payment of PTE exam booking fees, including:

• UPI: Gpay, PhonePe, UPI ID, BHIM, Cred UPI, PayTM, Navi, Mobikwik UPI, Slice, Amazon Pay, WhatsApp, Jupiter, Bajaj, Kiwi
• Cards: Credit and Debit
• Net Banking: All major banks
• Wallets: PhonePe, Mobikwik Wallet, OLA Money, PayZapp, Bajaj Pay, PayLater

How to Reschedule a PTE Test?

You can only reschedule your PTE test at least 14 days before the test date. Check the detailed policy below:

Notes:

• You can reschedule a test a maximum of 6 times.
• If you miss the test due to an illness or family emergency, Pearson may allow rescheduling of the test free of charge.
• You must fill in the “Request Emergency Reschedule” form with the evidence attached, as soon as you are aware of the emergency.

How to Cancel Your PTE Test?

You can cancel your PTE test at least 14 days before the test date to receive a full refund. After this, the refund amount will decrease, as explained in the table below:

Note: Pearson can cancel or reschedule tests, change the test content, or adjust the number of test-takers. In these cases, it will either refund your fee or arrange a new date or test center.

Booking a PTE test is an easy process with test dates available throughout the year and 62 centers across India. You need a valid passport, choose the exam type that suits your purpose, and pay the required fee using multiple payment options. Being aware of the registration, rescheduling, and cancellation rules helps avoid issues during booking and testing.