- Fee
- RM 865
- Centres
- 7
- Results
- About 2 days
- Australia Competent
- 47/48/51/54
Where to take PTE in Malaysia and what it costs
Pearson's price finder lists seven test centres across Malaysia, including Selangor, Johor Bahru, Penang, Sarawak and Kuala Lumpur, and a fee of RM 865 for PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI and PTE Core (checked 30 September 2026). Pearson says results typically arrive in two days.
BandLadder pricing in MYR for Malaysia
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| Plan | Access | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sprint Pass | 7 days | MYR 26.38 |
| Quick Pass | 15 days | MYR 42.25 |
| Boost | 30 days | MYR 73.97 |
| Ascent | 60 days | MYR 121.56 |
| Elite | 90 days | MYR 158.57 |
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Practice PTE Academic →The score each destination needs
| 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.
PTE or IELTS from Malaysia?
PTE is RM 95 cheaper and scored by software. IELTS has far more venues (20 IDP, 17 British Council), which matters outside the big cities. Both are accepted for Australian and UK visas; Canada's Express Entry takes PTE Core or IELTS General Training.
Frequently asked questions
How much does PTE cost in Malaysia?+
RM 865 for PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI or PTE Core, per Pearson's price finder on 30 September 2026.
Where can I take PTE in Malaysia?+
Pearson lists seven test centres, including Selangor, Johor Bahru, Penang, Sarawak and Kuala Lumpur.
How long do PTE results take?+
Pearson says results typically arrive in two days.
What PTE score do I need for Australia from Malaysia?+
Competent English is 47 listening, 48 reading, 51 writing and 54 speaking; Proficient (10 points) is 58 / 59 / 69 / 76.
Official sources
Reviewed 30 September 2026. This guide helps you plan test preparation; check the current rules for your own program.
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