How can I check PTE exam dates and test centres?

You can check PTE exam dates and test centres by signing in to your myPTE account and selecting your test city. Each centre shows a calendar with the open dates and time slots, so you can compare centres before booking.

Do I need a myPTE account to view PTE test centre availability?

You do not need a myPTE account to view PTE test centre names and addresses on the Pearson website. However, available dates and time slots appear only after you sign in to myPTE, and booking also requires an account.

What are the PTE exam time slots in India?

PTE exam time slots in India usually run in the morning (8:00 AM), late morning (10:30 AM), afternoon (1:00 PM) and evening (4:00 PM). Some centres also offer late evening slots from 7:00 PM, but slot timings vary by centre.

How early should I book my PTE exam in India?

You should book your PTE exam at least 4 to 6 weeks in advance to get your preferred date and time slot. During peak months (October to December and March to April), book earlier, as slots in major cities fill up quickly.

Are PTE test centres available in all major Indian cities?

PTE test centres are available in 62 cities across India, including Mumbai, New Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune and Ahmedabad. Metro cities have multiple centres due to higher demand, while students in smaller cities may need to travel to the nearest centre.

PTE Exam Dates 2026: Month & City-Wise PTE Exam Calendar

PTE exam dates in India are available almost every day throughout the year, except on public holidays and Sundays, across 62 test centres spanning major cities. Since PTE Academic is a computer-based English proficiency test conducted by Pearson, you can pick a convenient PTE test date and time slot by booking through your myPTE account.

This guide covers the full 2026 PTE exam dates, city-wise test centres, slot timings, and how to check availability before you book.

Key Highlights

PTE Academic is conducted across 62 cities, such as Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Pune.
Most Indian students take the PTE exam from October to December and March to April, as these months fall before the score deadlines for January and September intakes.
PTE exams are available in multiple time slots; the major ones are Morning (8:00-10:30 AM), Late Morning (10:30-12:30 PM), and Afternoon (1:00-3:00 PM).
You can check PTE exam date availability and book your test via the official myPTE account or directly on the Pearson PTE website.

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PTE Exam Dates in India (2026)

PTE exam is available throughout the year except on public holidays and Sundays, with 62 test centres across India.

PTE exams are conducted in multiple time slots during the day, depending on the test centre:

Time of Day	PTE Exam Slot Timing
Morning	8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Late Morning	10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Afternoon	1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Evening	4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Late Evening (at select centres)	7:00 PM onwards

City-wise PTE Exam Dates in India 2026

PTE test dates and available time slots vary by city and test centre, with metro hubs like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore typically offering more frequent slots due to higher demand.

Below is a city-wise breakdown of PTE test centres and their exam date availability for 2026.

Note: Seats fill up quickly and new slots open periodically, so always confirm the latest availability on your myPTE account before finalising your booking.

Mumbai

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Pearson Professional Centres - Mumbai, Solitaire Corporate Park, Andheri (East) 400093	Sep 2026	28
	Oct 2026	01, 03, 05, 09, 10, 12, 16, 17, 23, 24, 26, 28, 30
	Nov 2026	02, 06, 07, 13, 14, 16, 20, 26, 27, 28, 30

New Delhi

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Pearson Professional Centres - New Delhi, 302/305, Ashoka Estate, Barakhamba Road, Delhi 110001	Sep 2026	No further dates currently open
	Oct 2026	01, 03, 09, 16, 17, 22, 23, 27, 28, 30
	Nov 2026	13, 20, 27
Global Opportunities Pvt Ltd, Kailash Colony Market, Delhi 110048	Sep 2026	28, 29, 30
	Oct 2026	01-31 (almost daily)
	Nov 2026	01-30 (almost daily)

Noida

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Pearson Professional Centres - Noida, S.B. Towers, Sector 16A, Noida 201301	Sep 2026	28
	Oct 2026	01, 03, 05, 09, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 30
	Nov 2026	06, 07, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28, 30

Gurugram

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Pearson Professional Centres - Gurugram HAR, Times Tower, MG Road, Gurugram 122002	Sep 2026	29
	Oct 2026	01, 03, 09, 10, 16, 17, 22, 23, 26, 28, 30
	Nov 2026	06, 07, 11, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 23, 25, 26

Bangalore

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Pearson Professional Centres - Bangalore 2 KAR, Prestige Atrium, Shivajinagar 560001	Sep 2026	28
	Oct 2026	01, 03, 05, 09, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 27, 28, 30
	Nov 2026	06, 13, 20, 27
Pearson Professional Centres - Bangalore, Pride Hulkul, Lalbagh Road 560027	Sep 2026	28
	Oct 2026	01, 03, 05, 09, 10, 12, 16, 17, 19, 22, 23, 27, 28, 30
	Nov 2026	02, 06, 07, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28, 30

Pune

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Pearson Professional Centres - Pune MAH, World Trade Centre, Kharadi 411014	Sep 2026	29
	Oct 2026	01, 03, 09, 16, 17, 22, 23, 26, 28, 30
	Nov 2026	03, 06, 07, 11, 19, 20, 21, 24, 27, 28

Hyderabad

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Pearson Professional Centres - Hyderabad, Vamsiram Jyothi Valencia, Banjara Hills 500034	Sep 2026	28, 30
	Oct 2026	01, 03, 05, 06, 07, 09, 10, 12, 15, 16, 17, 19, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31
	Nov 2026	02, 03, 04, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 19, 20, 21, 23, 25, 26, 27, 28, 30

Ahmedabad

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Pearson Professional Centres - Ahmedabad GUJ, Westgate Sarkhej, Makarba 380051	Sep 2026	28, 29, 30
	Oct 2026	01, 06, 07, 09, 12, 16, 17, 19, 22, 23, 24, 27, 28, 30, 31
	Nov 2026	06, 07, 11, 13, 20

Surat

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Pearson Professional Centres - Surat GUJ, Swastik House, Piplod 395007	Sep 2026	No further dates currently open
	Oct 2026	01, 09, 10, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 27, 30, 31
	Nov 2026	06, 13, 20, 27

Chandigarh

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Target Consultancy, Sector 8-C, Chandigarh 160009	Sep 2026	28, 29, 30
	Oct 2026	01-31 (frequent)
	Nov 2026	02-30 (frequent)
Kangaroo Studios Pvt. Ltd., Sector 35C, Chandigarh 160035	Sep 2026	28, 29, 30
	Oct 2026	01-31 (frequent)
	Nov 2026	02-30 (frequent)

Mohali

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Gian Jyoti Institute of Management & Technology, Sector 54, Mohali 160055	Sep 2026	28, 29, 30
	Oct 2026	01-31 (frequent)
	Nov 2026	02-30 (frequent)
Pearson Professional Centres - Mohali 1, Tech Tower, Sector 67, Mohali 160062	Sep 2026	28, 29, 30
	Oct 2026	01, 05, 06, 08, 09, 12, 16, 19, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30
	Nov 2026	06, 13, 20, 27

Ludhiana

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Pearson Professional Centres - Ludhiana, Grand Walk Mall, Ferozepur Road 141012	Sep 2026	29
	Oct 2026	01, 06, 08, 09, 13, 14, 16, 22, 23, 28, 30, 31
	Nov 2026	03, 06, 07, 11, 13, 14, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28

Bathinda

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
HCL Tech - Bathinda, Puda Complex, Power House Road 151001	Sep 2026	28, 29, 30
	Oct 2026	01, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30
	Nov 2026	02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30

Jalandhar

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Pearson Professional Centres - Jalandhar PUN, Eminent Mall Complex 144001	Sep 2026	28, 30
	Oct 2026	01, 03, 05, 06, 09, 10, 16, 17, 19, 22, 23, 24, 27, 29, 30, 31
	Nov 2026	06, 13, 20, 27
Pearson Professional Centres - Jalandhar 2 PUN, VCN Building 144001	Sep 2026	29
	Oct 2026	01, 06, 08, 09, 10, 13, 14, 16, 22, 23, 24, 27, 28, 30, 31
	Nov 2026	06, 13, 20, 27

Amritsar

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Pearson Professional Centres - Amritsar 2 PUN, Mukut House, Mall Road 143001	Sep 2026	29, 30
	Oct 2026	01, 06, 07, 09, 13, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31
	Nov 2026	03, 06, 07, 11, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27, 28
Pearson Professional Centres - Amritsar, PUN, SRK Mall, Mall Road 143001	Sep 2026	28, 29, 30
	Oct 2026	01, 03, 05, 06, 09, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 30, 31
	Nov 2026	02, 03, 06, 07, 13, 14, 19, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30

Firozpur

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
HCL Tech - Firozpur, Zamindara Building 152001	Sep 2026	28, 29, 30
	Oct 2026	01, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 19, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30
	Nov 2026	02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30

Karnal

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Budha Group of Institutions, Sector 13, Karnal 132001	Sep 2026	28, 29, 30
	Oct 2026	01-31 (almost daily)
	Nov 2026	01-30 (almost daily)

Kurukshetra

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
HCL Tech - Kurukshetra, Divine City Centre, SH 6, 136118	Sep 2026	28, 29, 30
	Oct 2026	01, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30
	Nov 2026	02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30

Dehradun

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Maya Devi University, NH-72, Selaqui, Dehradun 248001	Sep 2026	30
	Oct 2026	03, 04, 07, 10, 11, 14, 17, 18, 21, 24, 25, 28, 31
	Nov 2026	01, 04, 11, 14, 15, 18, 21, 22, 25, 28, 29

Lucknow

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
School of Management Sciences, Sultanpur Road, Lucknow 226501	Sep 2026	No further dates currently open
	Oct 2026	03, 09, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31
	Nov 2026	06, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28

Kolkata

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Global Reach Education Services Pvt. Ltd., DLF Galleria, New Town 700156	Sep 2026	28
	Oct 2026	01, 05, 08, 09, 12, 15, 16, 26, 29, 30
	Nov 2026	02, 05, 06, 09, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30

Jaipur

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Yagyavalkya Institute of Technology, Tonk Road, Jaipur 302022	Sep 2026	No further dates currently open
	Oct 2026	03, 09, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31
	Nov 2026	06, 07, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28

Sri Ganganagar

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
HCL Tech - Sri Ganganagar, Jawahar Nagar, Gagan Path 335001	Sep 2026	28, 29, 30
	Oct 2026	01, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30
	Nov 2026	02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30

Vijayawada

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
KL University, Green Fields, Vaddeswaram 522502	Sep 2026	28, 29, 30
	Oct 2026	01, 02, 03, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31
	Nov 2026	02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 30

Indore

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Acropolis Institute of Technology and Research, Manglia Square, Indore 453771	Sep 2026	No further dates currently open
	Oct 2026	03, 09, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31
	Nov 2026	06, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28

Bhopal

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Madan Maharaj College, Chhola Over Bridge Road, Bhopal 462010	Sep 2026	29
	Oct 2026	03, 06, 09, 10, 13, 16, 17, 23, 24, 27, 30, 31
	Nov 2026	03, 06, 07, 10, 13, 14, 17, 20, 21, 24, 27, 28

Chennai

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Pearson Professional Centres - Chennai, Calavalas Centenary Centre, Anna Salai 600002	Sep 2026	29, 30
	Oct 2026	01, 03, 07, 09, 16, 17, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30
	Nov 2026	13, 20, 27

Coimbatore

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
RVS College of Arts and Science, Trichy Road, Sulur, Coimbatore 641402	Sep 2026	28, 29, 30
	Oct 2026	01, 03, 05, 07, 08, 09, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31
	Nov 2026	04, 05, 06, 07, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27, 28

Cochin (Kochi)

PTE Exam Centre	Month	PTE Exam Dates 2026
Muthoot Institute of Technology & Science - Site 1, Varikoli P.O., Puthencruz 682308	Sep 2026	28, 29
	Oct 2026	01, 03, 05, 06, 08, 09, 10, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 29, 30, 31
	Nov 2026	02, 03, 05, 06, 07, 09, 10, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 30
Muthoot Institute of Technology & Science - Site 2, Varikoli Post Office 682308	Sep 2026	30
	Oct 2026	04, 07, 11, 14, 18, 25, 28
	Nov 2026	01, 04, 08, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29

How to Check the Availability of PTE Exam Dates?

You can check the availability of PTE exam dates by signing in to your myPTE account, selecting your test city, and viewing the open dates and time slots on each test centre’s calendar.

Here are the steps to find a PTE test centre and date:

Step 1: Visit the official PTE website - Go to the Pearson PTE Academic website and click on the option to book or check test availability.
Step 2: Sign in or create a myPTE account - Log in to your myPTE account using your details. If you are a new user, create an account by filling in basic information.
Step 3: Select your test purpose and destination - Choose your purpose as study and select the country where you plan to study.
Step 4: Enter your preferred city - Type your city name to see nearby PTE test centres. If your city does not have a centre, you can choose the nearest available location.
Step 5: Check available dates and time slots - Each test centre shows a calendar where available dates are highlighted. You can select a suitable PTE exam date and time slot based on your choice.
Step 6: Confirm your test centre and date - Once you select the test centre and exam date, you can move forward to confirm your booking.

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How to Check PTE Exam Date Availability Without Registration?

Please keep in mind that you can only view basic test centre information without registration on the PTE official website.

Here are the steps to check the PTE test centre and basic availability without registration:

Step 1: Visit the official PTE website - Go to the Pearson PTE Academic website and choose the option to book or check test availability.
Step 2: Select your location and test purpose - Choose ‘Other’ for your location and select Study as your goal.
Step 3: Click on ‘Book PTE Academic’ - You will be redirected to the Pearson VUE page.
Step 4: Enter your preferred city - Type your city name to view nearby PTE test centres.
Step 5: View test centre details - You can see the list of available test centres along with their addresses and locations.

Suggested: Don’t forget to complete your PTE Exam Registration to secure your slot, receive confirmation, and access more info.

How to Select the Right PTE Exam Date?

The right PTE exam date depends on your application deadline, preparation level, test slot availability, and personal schedule. Follow these steps to choose a date that gives you enough time to prepare and submit your scores.

Step 1: Start with your application deadline. Work backward from your university or visa submission deadline and schedule your PTE exam at least 2 to 3 months before it. This gives you enough time to retake the test if you do not get your target score on the first attempt.
Step 2: Check your preparation level. Take a practice test to understand your current score and identify areas you need to improve. Beginners may need 2 to 3 months of regular preparation, while students with strong English skills may need only 4 to 6 weeks. Choose your exam date only after setting a realistic study plan.
Step 3: Consider peak application periods. PTE test slots can fill up faster during busy admission cycles, especially from October to December for January intakes and from March to April for September intakes. If you plan to test during these months, book your slot at least 4 to 6 weeks in advance.
Step 4: Factor in your personal schedule. Choose a date when you do not have major work, college, or personal commitments. You can also choose a morning or afternoon slot based on when you feel most focused and comfortable taking a test.
Step 5: Keep the result timeline in mind. PTE scores are available within 1 to 2 days. However, you should still leave some extra time before your application deadline in case you need to retake the exam or face any delays.

Which Months Have the Highest Demand for PTE Exam Slots in India?

The peak demand months for PTE in India are October to December and March to April. Secure your test slot at least 4 to 6 weeks in advance in major cities, as availability drops quickly during these windows. If your preferred date or test centre is full, check alternative dates or nearby cities. You can verify real-time openings directly on the Pearson PTE Portal.

Peak Period	Reason for High Demand
October - December	Students rush to submit scores for January/February university intakes or upcoming visa deadlines
March - April	Demand driven by students targeting fall (September) intakes globally, where application deadlines typically fall around June-July

How to Cancel or Reschedule the PTE Exam?

You can cancel or reschedule your PTE exam anytime through your myPTE Account Dashboard, with the applicable fee depending on how close you are to your test date.

Time Before Test	Rescheduling	Cancellation
14+ days before test	Free	Full refund
7-13 days before test	50% fee applies	50% refund
Fewer than 7 days before test	Not allowed; you must cancel instead	No refund

PTE Exam Centres in India

PTE test centres are present in 62 cities across India, making it easier for students to take the exam near their location. Metro and major educational hubs like New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Pune have multiple test centres due to higher demand.

Here are the major cities with PTE testing centres in India:

Sr. No.	City	Test Centre and Address
1	Ahmedabad	Pearson Professional Centres - Ahmedabad, Westgate, Makarba
		Take Off Academy
		Ganpat University - City Office
2	Amritsar	Pearson Professional Centres - Amritsar 2, Unit 303-304, Mukut House, Mall Road
2	Amritsar	Pearson Professional Centres - Amritsar, Upper Ground Floor, SRK Mall, Mall Road
3	Anand	HCL Tech, Vidyanagar Road
4	Bengaluru	Pearson Professional Centres - Bangalore, Pride Hulkul, Lalbagh Road
		Pearson Professional Centres - Bangalore 2, Prestige Atrium, Shivajinagar
		TC Global
5	Chandigarh	Target Consultancy, SCO 137-138, Sector 8-C
5	Chandigarh	Pearson Professional Centres - Chandigarh, A-401
6	Chennai	Pearson Professional Centres - Chennai, 6th Floor, Calavalas Centenary Centre, Anna Salai
7	Coimbatore	RVS College of Arts and Science, 242 Trichy Road, Sulur
8	Hyderabad	Pearson Professional Centres - Hyderabad, Vamsiram Jyothi Valencia, Banjara Hills
9	Jalandhar	Pearson Professional Centres - Jalandhar, Eminent Mall Complex
		Pearson Professional Centres - Jalandhar 2, VCN Building
		Touchstone Educationals LLP, Mota Singh Nagar
10	Kochi	Santa Monica Study Abroad Pvt Ltd (Santa Monica Test Centre)
		Muthoot Institute of Technology & Science - Site 1, Varikoli, Puthencruz
		Muthoot Institute of Technology & Science - Site 2, Varikoli
11	Kolkata	Global Reach Education Services Pvt Ltd, Block BG 8, DLF Galleria, New Town
12	Mumbai	Pearson Professional Centres - Mumbai, Solitaire Corporate Park, Andheri (East)
13	New Delhi	Pearson Professional Centres - New Delhi, Ashoka Estate, Barakhamba Road
13	New Delhi	Global Opportunities Pvt Ltd, Kailash Colony Market
14	Noida	Pearson Professional Centres - Noida, S.B. Towers, Sector 16A
15	Patiala	Multani Mal Modi College, Lower Mall
16	Pune	Pearson Professional Centres - Pune, World Trade Centre, Kharadi
17	Rajkot	Trans Globe Education, Amin Marg
17	Rajkot	Shri Labhubhai Trivedi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Kalavad Road
18	Surat	Pearson Professional Centres - Surat, Swastik House, Piplod
		Bhagwan Mahavir University
		AURO University, Earthspace

Suggested: Check out PTE Exam Results and Scores to understand your overall performance, score range, and section-wise marks.

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PTE Exam Dates in India (2026): Month & City-Wise PTE Test Dates