PTE Exam Fee in India 2026: Test Booking, Rescheduling, Cancellation Costs

The PTE Academic test fee in India is 18,000 INR. The cost is the same for PTE UKVI (UK Visa & Immigration) and PTE Core (for Canadian visas). For PTE Home A1, A2, and B1 (for UK family visas and citizenship), the price is 15,284 INR. All of these prices are inclusive of the 18% GST. Apart from the PTE test booking fee, additional costs apply for services such as rescheduling, cancellation, and rechecking.

In this article, we will discuss the PTE test fees in detail, the costs of additional services like rescheduling, cancellation, refunds, and fee waivers.

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PTE Test Fee in India 2026

Check out the table below for a complete breakdown of the PTE test price for different versions of the exam:

Notes:

• All the prices mentioned above are inclusive of 18% GST.
• The base fee for the PTE Academic, UKVI, and Core is 15,254.24 INR. The 18% GST is automatically added during payment, bringing the total to 18,000 INR.
• PTE can only be taken on a computer at a test center. There is no Home Edition or paper-based format available.
• Payment is made in Indian Rupees during online registration.

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PTE Exam Fee Payment Methods 2026

The following PTE fee payment methods are allowed for Indian test-takers:

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

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PTE Test Price in Other Countries 2026

The table below gives the PTE exam fee in other countries and how they compare with that in India:

If I am in Canada on a visa, which PTE exam fee will apply to me?

PTE test fees depend on the location of taking the test, not nationality or citizenship. So, you will pay the PTE fees for Canada.

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PTE Rescheduling Fees in India 2026

You can only reschedule your PTE test date at least 14 days before the test. No fee is charged for this. After this period, you will not be able to reschedule. You will have to cancel and book a test again.

Note: You can reschedule a PTE test a maximum of 6 times, and it has to be done at least 14 days before every scheduled test date.

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PTE Cancellation Fees in India 2026

You can cancel your PTE test at least 14 days before the scheduled exam date to get a refund. After this period, the refund amount will decrease. Check out the table below for the PTE cancellation policy 2026:

What if my PTE test gets cancelled by Pearson itself?

If Pearson itself cancels the test, it will arrange for a refund or free transfer of your test date.

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PTE Rescoring Fees 2026

If you are unsatisfied with your PTE results, you can apply for a rescoring. Here is the PTE rescoring policy 2026:

• Fee: $160 (approx. 14,428 INR).
• Full refund if score changes (increases or decreases) after review.

If you encounter any technical issues during the PTE Speaking section, you can apply for a “technical review.”

• Fee: $50 (approx. 4,510 INR).
• Full refund if technical issues reported.

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Additional Costs & Services Fee 2026

Here are some additional costs you might incur in your PTE preparation and exam-taking process:

• Score Sending: Free to send official scores to as many institutions as you want (unlimited). No extra fee for this.
• Practice Tests and Prep Materials: Officially scored practice tests cost approx. 1,000-2,000 INR each via the Pearson store. Free unscored practice is available on the website.
• Test Center Amenities: No extra fees for standard facilities, but some centers may charge for parking or other incidentals.
• Currency Conversion or International Cards: If using an international card, bank conversion fees may apply (1-3% extra).
• No Discounts or Waivers: PTE doesn't offer student discounts, scholarships, or fee waivers for Indian students. However, some universities (e.g., Oxford University, Deakin University) may waive an English test requirement if your previous academics were taught in English.

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PTE Free Sample Tests 2026

Check out some free PTE practice tests for 2026 below:

PTE exam fees in India for 2026 vary depending on the test type, with the PTE Academic, UKVI, and Core costing 18,000 INR, while the PTE Home A1, A2, and B1 exams are priced at 15,284 INR. Additional costs apply for services like rescheduling, cancellations, and rescoring. It's important to plan ahead to avoid extra fees and take advantage of free practice tests to improve your preparation.