Pyrausta pilatealis is a moth in the Crambidae family. It was described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1914. It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from California and eastern Washington. The wingspan is about 20 mm. The forewings are greyish white, slightly sprinkled with brown scales. The hindwings are pale smoky, darker along the outer border. Adults have been recorded on wing from April to July and in September.