PTE Core Fee and Registration
What PTE Core costs and how to book your test.
Approximate Fee
PTE Core pricing is quoted in Canadian dollars since it's built for Canadian immigration. Confirm the exact current fee (including any applicable tax) at checkout on pearsonpte.com.
How to Register for PTE Core
Visit pearsonpte.com
Go to the official Pearson PTE website.
Create a Pearson account
Sign up with your email, or sign in if you've registered before.
Select PTE Core specifically
PTE Core and PTE Academic are booked through the same portal - make sure you pick Core.
Pay with an internationally enabled card
Complete payment via Visa, Mastercard, or Amex - your booking is only confirmed once paid.
Bring your ID on test day
Bring the exact passport or ID you registered with - name and photo must match your booking.
Money Matters: Reschedules, Cancellations, and Smart Prep
Reschedule ahead of time
Pearson allows rescheduling or cancellation up to a set number of days before your test date, typically with a partial refund.
Verify the policy window when you book
The exact reschedule and cancellation window can change, so check it at the time you book rather than relying on general guidance.
Priced in Canadian dollars
PTE Core is quoted in CAD since it's built specifically for Canadian immigration - confirm the exact current fee including tax.
Check your CLB score before you pay
Practet's free PTE Core practice and AI-scored mock tests help you confirm your CLB-equivalent score before committing to the fee.