Cambridge English B1 Preliminary (PET) Exam
The Cambridge B1 Preliminary exam (formally known as the PET exam) is a test of your general English language skills in all areas. It assesses your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. The B1 Preliminary (PET) is an intermediate qualification in your language learning journey. It demonstrates that you have mastered the basics of English and now have practical language skills for everyday use. Here at our Rathmines Exam Centre (Dublin 6) you can take the test in the paper-based format.
Registration process
How can I register for the Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET) exam?
Step 1 – Choose a Date. Choose when you would like to take your Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET) exam. See the calendar of dates below.
Step 2 – Book your Test. Fill in the online application form and send that to us.
Step 3 – Pay the Exam Fee. After we receive your application form we will send you details of how you can confirm a place by paying the exam fees by bank transfer.
How much does it cost to take the Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET) exam?
The Exam Centre fee is €145
What is the deadline for registering for the Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET) exam?
The list of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET) exam dates and application deadlines is available in the table below.
Exam Date | Registration Deadline |
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Saturday 23th November 2024 | Tuesday 15th October 2024 |
Saturday 5th December 2024 | Tuesday 29th October 2024 |
Saturday 8th March 2025 | Tuesday 28th January 2025 |
Saturday 10th May 2025 | Tuesday 1st April 2025 |
Thursday 5th June 2025 | Tuesday 29th April 2025 |
Tuesday 22nd July 2025 | Tuesday 17th June 2025 |
Thursday 4th December 2025 | Tuesday 28th October 2025 |
Please note that you are only registered for the exam once we have received payment of fees. In order to avoid disappointment, both the completed registration form and the payment must be received before the registration deadline.