CELPIP TEST 

The Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) is a general English language proficiency test. 

Passing the test might open doors to new and interesting opportunities. It has helped over 1.5 million students study for numerous English proficiency exams and there is no greater advice one can give than for students to spend time learning about the test’s structure. 

The CELPIP Test enables test takers to demonstrate their English language proficiency. The CELPIP Tests are the most widely used as general English language tests in Canada for immigration and professional certification. 

The test scores are named CELPIP Levels. A candidate must maintain a score between 1-12 for each of these sections separately. CELPIP is a fully computerized test, you will be provided with everything to complete the test and take notes at the Test Centre on your exam date.

You can choose between two types of CELPIP tests. One must make sure to know the version of the test one will be taking.

CELPIP General Test- This test evaluates the test taker’s English speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills and is used for permanent residence applications and professional designations.

The CELPIP General test is three (3) hours long. Each skill has an allocated time as follows: 

∙Listening: 47 to 55 minutes 

∙Reading: 55 to 60 minutes 

∙Writing: 53 to 60 minutes 

∙Speaking: 15 to 20 minutes

CELPIP General LS Test- It evaluates the test taker’s English speaking and listening skills and is used for citizenship applications and professional designation.

For the LS test: 

∙Listening: 47 – 55 minutes 

∙Speaking: 15 – 20 minutes

Unlike other English exams, The General Test takes approximately 3 hours to complete and it can be done in only one sitting without worrying about the separate speaking session, whereas the general LS is completed in 1 hour and follows the same procedure as General without writing and reading modules. 

For the Results: 

The test results become available online in 4 to 5 calendar days and can be accessed for 2 years after they are released. You can even have a hard copy of your test results mailed to you with additional charges based upon your location.