- Results
- About 48 hours
- Bolashak / NU
- Not accepted
- KIMEP
- PTE 39
- UK visa (B2)
- 59 each
Where to take PTE in Kazakhstan and what it costs
Pearson's price finder lists one centre in Kazakhstan, in Almaty, and a fee of USD 175 for PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI and PTE Core (checked 10 October 2026). There is no centre in Astana. IELTS on computer at IDP is KZT 110,250 for comparison.
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| Plan | Access | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sprint Pass | 7 days | KZT 2,559.96 |
| Quick Pass | 15 days | KZT 4,099.01 |
| Boost | 30 days | KZT 7,177.12 |
| Ascent | 60 days | KZT 11,794.28 |
| Elite | 90 days | KZT 15,385.41 |
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Practice PTE Academic →Who accepts PTE in Kazakhstan, and who does not
| Route | PTE | IELTS equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Bolashak scholarship | Not accepted | IELTS 5.5 (bachelor's) |
| Nazarbayev University | Not accepted | IELTS 6.0, 6.0 writing |
| KIMEP, undergraduate | PTE Academic 39 | IELTS 5.5 |
| United Kingdom: Skilled Worker, degree-level study | PTE Academic UKVI 59 each | IELTS for UKVI 5.5 each |
| Australia: Competent English | 47 / 48 / 51 / 54 (L/R/W/S) | IELTS 6.0 each |
| Canada: Express Entry CLB 7 | PTE Core L60 · R60 · W69 · S68 | IELTS General 6.0 each |
Frequently asked questions
Does Bolashak accept PTE?+
No. The bachelor's requirements list IELTS (5.5), TOEFL and several European language tests; PTE Academic is not included.
Is PTE available in Almaty?+
Yes, local listings name a centre in Almaty. Pearson shows centres and fees only in its booking flow, so confirm there.
How much does PTE cost in Kazakhstan?+
USD 175 for PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI or PTE Core at the Almaty centre, per Pearson's price finder on 10 October 2026.
Which universities in Kazakhstan accept PTE?+
KIMEP accepts PTE Academic 39 for undergraduate entry. Nazarbayev University does not accept PTE.
Official sources
Reviewed 22 September 2026. This guide helps you plan test preparation; check the current rules for your own program.
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