Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 30 October 2026
Authorised agents are verified PTE Partners registered with Pearson. They book through the PTE Partners Portal, which is separate from your myPTE account, and give you a booking you can check in your own account (Pearson).
Pearson says an authorised agent will offer the test at the published price or a small discount and will never promise a guaranteed score. It adds that no one can alter your results: there is no manual intervention in publishing scores (Pearson).
Signs it may be a scam
Pearson lists these warning signs (Pearson):
| Warning sign | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Price far below the official fee | Pearson names this as a common scam sign |
| Deals offered through social media | Not how authorised partners sell |
| Asks for your myPTE login or to manage your account | Authorised agents do not need it |
| Sells a pre-created account with a booking | Your details must be your own |
| Promises a score or a Score Report without a test | No one can change PTE results |
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What happens if a booking is fraudulent
Pearson may cancel the booking, revoke results, restrict your account and stop future bookings. You may lose fees paid to the agent, and Pearson cannot recover money paid outside official channels. If a revoked score was already shared, Pearson must tell the institution (Pearson). You can report concerns through Pearson's Test Security form.
The safest route is booking yourself in myPTE with your own email and card or an official voucher (Pearson help centre). See how to book PTE.
Frequently asked questions
Should I give my myPTE password to an agent?+
No. Pearson says authorised agents never need your login details.
Can an agent guarantee my PTE score?+
No. Pearson says no one can change PTE results, and a guarantee is a scam sign.
Is a cheap PTE voucher from social media safe?+
Pearson lists social media deals and prices well below the official fee as warning signs.
What if I already booked through a fake agent?+
Contact Pearson early. It says its measures target fraud, not misled test takers.
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Guide updated on 30 October 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.
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