The PTE Core exam fee is CA$360 in Canada. However, the amount you pay depends on the country where you take the test, not your nationality or immigration destination.
For example, a candidate taking PTE Core in India pays in Indian rupees, while someone booking a test centre in Canada pays in Canadian dollars. Pearson displays the final fee and required payment currency before you complete your booking.
Current PTE Core Exam Fees
The following table shows the PTE Core fees for several popular testing countries.
| Country | PTE Core exam fee | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | CA$360.00 | CAD |
| China | ¥2,252.00 | CNY |
| India | ₹18,900.00 | INR |
| Nepal | US$248.60 | USD |
| United Kingdom | £230.00 | GBP |
| Azerbaijan | US$240.00 | USD |
| Bangladesh | US$220.00 | USD |
| Pakistan | US$240.00 | USD |
| Türkiye | ₺10,000.00 | TRY |
| United States | US$265.00 | USD |
| Australia | AU$490.00 | AUD |
| New Zealand | NZ$490.00 | NZD |
These prices should be used as a current reference. Pearson states that PTE Core fees vary by testing country and directs candidates to its test-centre and fee finder for the latest local price.
Why Does the PTE Core Fee Vary by Country?
PTE Core does not have one worldwide price. Your fee is determined by the country where your selected test centre is located.
Therefore, changing your test country may also change:
- The exam fee
- The payment currency
- The available payment methods
- Any currency-conversion charges applied by your bank
The fee is not determined by your citizenship or the country from which you are applying for Canadian immigration.
How to Check Your Exact PTE Core Fee
To see the final price before paying:
- Open the Pearson PTE test-centre and fee finder.
- Select PTE Core as your test.
- Choose the country and city where you want to take it.
- Select an available test centre, date, and time.
- Review the full amount before confirming payment.
For instructions covering the complete process, follow our step-by-step PTE Core test booking guide.
PTE Core Cancellation and Refund Rules
Your eligibility for a refund depends on how early you cancel the test.
| When you cancel | Refund |
|---|---|
| More than 14 full calendar days before the test | 100% refund |
| Between 14 and more than 7 full calendar days before the test | 50% refund |
| 7 calendar days or fewer before the test | No refund |
Pearson may consider exceptions for certain medical or family emergencies, but supporting evidence is required and approval is not guaranteed.
Can You Reschedule PTE Core for Free?
You can reschedule your test without an additional fee when there are more than 14 full calendar days remaining before your appointment.
When your test is 14 days away or closer, the rescheduling option will no longer appear in your myPTE account. You must cancel the existing appointment and book another test, with the applicable refund rules determining how much money you recover.
Pearson currently allows a single test appointment to be rescheduled a maximum of six times.
Plan for the Possible Cost of a Retake
The exam fee covers one test appointment. If you do not achieve the PTE Core score required for your immigration program, you will need to book and pay for another test.
To reduce the risk of an unnecessary retake:
- Before completing your payment for booking, confirm that you have selected PTE Core, not PTE Academic.
- Understand the PTE Core format before choosing your date.
- Complete practice questions for all four skills.
- Take at least one timed PTE Core mock test.
- Review why each answer was correct or incorrect.
- Book only when your practice scores are close to your required CLB level.
A mock test cannot guarantee your result, but it can help you identify weak areas before committing to the full exam fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the PTE Core exam fee in Canada?
The current PTE Core fee in Canada is CA$360. Confirm the amount during Pearson checkout because prices may change.
Is the PTE Core fee the same in every country?
No. Pearson sets different prices and payment currencies according to the country where the test is taken.
Can I pay the PTE Core fee in Canadian dollars from another country?
You must pay the amount in the currency specified during the booking process. For example, an Indian test centre may display the fee in INR, while a Canadian centre displays it in CAD.
Can I receive a full refund?
You can receive a full refund when you cancel more than 14 full calendar days before your test. Later cancellations receive either a 50% refund or no refund, depending on the remaining time.
Is there a separate fee for sending PTE Core scores to IRCC?
No. Your PTE Core Score Report contains a unique Score Report Code that allows IRCC to verify your result electronically.
Can PTE Core be taken online to reduce the cost?
No. PTE Core must be completed on a computer at an authorized Pearson test centre and cannot be taken from home.
