Where to take PTE in Indonesia and what it costs
| Test | Fee (Pearson price finder) |
|---|---|
| PTE Academic | USD 222 |
| PTE Academic UKVI | USD 200 |
| PTE Core | USD 222 |
Pearson's finder lists four centres, in Jakarta, Tangerang, East Java and West Kalimantan (checked 25 September 2026). IDP Indonesia quotes the same US dollar fees with a rupiah estimate of about Rp3.6 million, close to IELTS at Rp3,600,000.
LPDP and the score each destination needs
| Route | PTE | IELTS equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| LPDP scholarship, master's abroad | PTE Academic 58 | IELTS 6.5 |
| LPDP scholarship, doctorate abroad | PTE Academic 65 | IELTS 7.0 |
| Route | PTE | IELTS equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom: Skilled Worker, degree-level study | PTE Academic UKVI 59 each | IELTS for UKVI 5.5 each (B2) |
| Australia: Competent English (skilled visa eligibility) | PTE 47 / 48 / 51 / 54 (L/R/W/S) | IELTS 6.0 each |
| Australia: Proficient English (+10 points) | PTE 58 / 59 / 69 / 76 | IELTS 7.0 each |
| Canada: Express Entry CLB 7 | PTE Core L60 · R60 · W69 · S68 | IELTS General 6.0 each |
Australia's thresholds are per skill for tests from 7 August 2025: Competent 47 listening, 48 reading, 51 writing, 54 speaking; Proficient 58 / 59 / 69 / 76 for 10 points; Superior 69 / 70 / 85 / 88 for 20. Canada does not accept PTE Academic for Express Entry: PTE Core CLB 7 is listening 60, reading 60, writing 69, speaking 68. UK visas need 59 in each skill for B2.
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Official sources
Reviewed 25 September 2026. This guide helps you plan test preparation; check the current rules for your own program.
BandLadder pricing in IDR for Indonesia
One-time access, no automatic renewal. Free practice needs no card. Prices are shown in your currency at checkout as well.
| Plan | Access | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sprint Pass | 7 days | IDR 102,496.10 |
| Quick Pass | 15 days | IDR 164,117.00 |
| Boost | 30 days | IDR 287,358.80 |
| Ascent | 60 days | IDR 472,221.50 |
| Elite | 90 days | IDR 616,003.60 |
Frequently asked questions
Berapa biaya tes PTE di Indonesia?
USD 222 for PTE Academic or PTE Core and USD 200 for PTE Academic UKVI, per Pearson's price finder on 25 September 2026.
Does LPDP accept PTE?
Yes. PTE Academic 58 for a master's abroad and 65 for a doctorate abroad.
Where are the PTE test centres in Indonesia?
Pearson lists four: Jakarta, Tangerang, East Java and West Kalimantan.
Is PTE cheaper than IELTS in Indonesia?
They cost about the same: PTE Academic is USD 222 (about Rp3.6 million) and IELTS at IDP is Rp3,600,000.
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