PTE Exam Fees in India: Registration, Rescheduling & Cancellation

You’re expected to pay the PTE exam fee when you take it. Therefore, you should understand the Pearson Test of English (PTE) exam fee structure in different situations, including registration fees, rescheduling fees, and additional services that may incur extra costs. 

In this text, we’ll cover the following components:

• Registration, rescheduling, and cancellation
• How much the PTE exam fee in India is
• Additional charges associated with PTE in India
• Payment options for the PTE Exam

How Much is the PTE Exam Fee in India?

PTE Exam Fees in India for PTE Academic Exam is INR 17,000, including an 18% tax. The basic PTE exam fee for PTE Academic in India is INR 14,406.78 and an additional 18% tax, 593.22, bringing the total cost of the PTE test to INR 17,000.

Fees you will need to consider:

• PTE Standard Fee for Indian students ₹11,610
• PTE Registration fee (inclusive of taxes) ₹13,300
• PTE Late Registration Fee (48 prior to the test) ₹13,965

PTE Academic and General Test Fees

Fees for PTE Academic and General tests are not always the same everywhere. For accurate and up-to-date information, the Pearson PTE Academic website is the right place. Alternatively, you can contact your chosen testing center.

In addition, you should be aware of the following potential additional fees or taxes:

• Taxes on the exam fee,
• Late registration fee
• Appointment change fee
• Fee for sending results
• Cancellation fee

PTE Life Skills Test Fee

The PTE Life Skills test fee varies depending on the country and test center where it is administered. Generally, it is lower than the fee for the PTE Academic test.

Just in case, check the PTE Life Skills test fee at your chosen test center before registering for the exam.

PTE Retake Fee

If you are unsatisfied with the result, you can retake the PTE Academic exam, but first, wait to get the results of the previous test.

You must pay PTE retake fees of INR 4,133. Depending on your location, additional transaction fees may apply.

Steps to retake the PTE exam:

• Log in to your Pearson account and go to the trial bookings section
• Select the option to schedule a new test and select the desired test date and location
• Pay the retake fee

What Additional Charges are Associated with PTE in India?

Apart from the usual exam fee, there may be some additional costs. It depends on various factors, such as late registration. We recommend that you be aware of possible additional fees in certain circumstances, so go through all the essential items during registration in time.

PTE Rescheduling Fee

If you didn't know, there is a fee for changing the PTE appointment. The amount usually depends on when you applied for rescheduling. The fee will likely be lower if it is well before the original date.

The rule is that if you want to reschedule the test at least seven days before the test date, you must pay 50% of the PTE test fee. You get the money back if the exam is postponed at least seven calendar days before.

Exceptions and ways to minimize additional costs:

• Extreme situations in case of illness or some emergency intervention
• Avoid last-minute schedule changes whenever possible
• Please review the rescheduling rules and fee structure before making any changes

PTE Cancellation Fee

Cancellation of your trial booking is subject to a charge. In this case, it is better to cancel in advance because the fee may be lower.

If you cancel the test less than 14 calendar days but at least seven calendar days before the test date, you will receive a partial refund of 50% of the PTE test fee paid.

Steps to cancel and reduce fees or potentially receive a refund:

• Log in to your Pearson account and go to the trial bookings section
• Select the option to cancel the trial booking
• To reduce fees or refunds, cancel before your original test date

PTE Special Handling Requests

Special handling requests are additional services or accommodations you may request for a specific need or circumstance. They may incur extra costs.

These can be special requests and the associated costs:

• When you request a re-mark of your PTE academic exam if you are not satisfied with your results, the fee varies depending on which part of the exam you are appealing
• If you require additional reports about the results
• If you request your results to be sent to the institutions within two working days of the request

Cost of Sending the PTE Score Report

Sending additional PTE results reports to institutions entails a fee per report.

How to request additional performance reports and fees:

• Log in to your Pearson account and go to the results report section
• Select the option to send additional results reports and enter the details of the institutions to which you want the reports to be sent
• Review the fees associated with submitting additional results reports

Payment Options for the PTE Exam

Pearson offers several convenient payment options for PTE exams in India. You can choose several methods to pay your exam fees, but be aware that this may also depend on the location and exam centre. During registration, you will see what options are offered.

You can pay by credit card (Visa®, MasterCard®, American Express® or JCB®) or debit card (Visa® or MasterCard® only). PayPal is not an option. You can use a card registered to another name, such as a parent's credit card). You can apply a voucher towards the test fee if you have a voucher.

A list of accepted payment methods with faster processing times;

• Credit Card and Debit Card
• Net Banking

Key Takeaways

• PTE Exam Fees in India for PTE Academic Exam is INR 17,000, including an 18% tax
• If you are disappointed with the test result, you can retake the PTE Academic exam, and pay PTE retake fees of INR 4,133
• There is also a fee for changing the PTE appointment, and if you reschedule the test at least seven days before the test date, you must pay 50% of the PTE test fee
• In the case of the cancellation fee, if you cancel the test less than 14 calendar days but at least seven calendar days before the test date, you will receive a partial refund of 50% of the PTE test fee paid
• You can pay by credit card (Visa®, MasterCard®, American Express® or JCB®) or debit card (Visa® or MasterCard® only).

Frequently Asked Questions

How Can I Apply for PTE Academic in India?

You need to follow the given steps to register for the PTE exam in India:

1. Go to the official website of PTE Academic and create an account
2. Select the PTE Academic option and enter "India" as your country to find available test centers and dates. You are allowed to select a maximum of four test center locations
3. Select the date and time for the exam
4. Present your valid Indian passport as your ID, then pay the exam fee of Rs 17,000 and complete your registration.

After approximately 48 hours, you will receive an email with your exam registration information.

What Is the Validity of PTE Test Scores?

Academic PTE test results are usually valid for up to two years from the test date, during which time they will be useful for university admissions, visa applications, and employment. You can also check with your institution to see what rules it imposes.

Here is the list of scenarios where the validity period is crucial:

• University Applications: Many universities in India require PTE scores when considering applicants for admission
• Visa requirements: Recent English language proficiency scores may be required for some visa applications in India.
• Job applications: Some employers in India may require English proficiency scores as a job requirement
• Professional certification: Certain certifications in India may require recent English proficiency scores to meet the requirements.
• Scholarships: Scholarship applications in India may require English proficiency scores to assess eligibility.

Can I Get a Discount on My PTE Fee in India?

Generally, there may be certain discounts and promotional offers on exam fees in India. These can reduce your overall expenses, which is especially important when you have other expenses as well. We recommend checking the Pearson PTE Academic website for updated information.

This is how to access these discounts:

• Check the Pearson PTE Academic website for any promotional offers
• Check with your institution to see if a discount is available
• Consider registering early for the exam, as discounts may be available
• Check to see if there are any qualifications to get a discount, such as discounts for students or recent graduates