Celpe-Bras (Certificate of Proficiency in Portuguese for Foreigners) — Free Online Mock Test
Brazilian government Portuguese exam. Written + oral · 3 levels (Intermediate, Upper, Advanced). · Official language: Portuguese (Português).
Celpe-Bras exam at a glance
Celpe-Bras full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length Celpe-Bras mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 45-question, 160-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.
Celpe-Bras key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Brazilian Ministry of Education, through the National Institute for Educational Studies and Research Anísio Teixeira (INEP) |
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| Official website | gov.br/inep ↗ |
| Mode | The only official Brazilian-Portuguese proficiency certificate. It has two parts: a written Collective Part (about 3 hours, four integrated tasks that combine listening/reading input with written production) and an individual Oral Part (about 20 minutes) — a conversation with an examiner based on prompt materials. |
| Frequency | Held in scheduled sessions (typically twice a year) at accredited test centres in Brazil and, via the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, abroad. |
| Scoring & marking | A single exam that certifies one of four levels by performance — Intermediário, Intermediário Superior, Avançado or Avançado Superior. The written and oral parts are each rated to a level, and the lower of the two determines the certificate; performance below the intermediate threshold yields no certificate. |
| Score validity | The Celpe-Bras certificate does not expire. |
| Language | Portuguese (Brazilian variety). |
Who is eligible for Celpe-Bras?
Open to foreigners (and Brazilians whose first language is not Portuguese) aged 16 or over; no minimum level is required. It is widely used for university admission, professional registration and revalidation of foreign diplomas in Brazil.
Last verified July 2026 against INEP — Celpe-Bras. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
Celpe-Bras section breakdown
The Celpe-Bras mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. Inter-section breaks are enforced.
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Compreensão de Leitura e Uso da Língua (30 Q)
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Compreensão Oral (Listening, 15 Q)
Celpe-Bras scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: Celpe-Bras has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: Celpe-Bras (3 levels).
How Celpe-Bras is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
Celpe-Bras time strategy
With 45 questions in 160 minutes, you have about 213 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- Compreensão de Leitura e Uso da Língua (30 Q)
- Compreensão Oral (Listening, 15 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
Celpe-Bras topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of Celpe-Bras, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Compreensão de Leitura e Uso da Língua (30 Q)
- Leitura — Compreensão · 12
- Leitura — Gramática (preposições) · 2
- Leitura — Expressões · 2
- Leitura — Sinônimos · 2
- Leitura — Antônimos · 2
- Leitura — Vocabulário · 2
- Leitura — Gramática (artigos) · 1
- Leitura — Gramática (verbos) · 1
Compreensão Oral (Listening, 15 Q)
- Compreensão oral — Diálogo · 8
- Compreensão oral — Aviso · 4
- Compreensão oral — Recado · 2
- Compreensão oral — Texto · 1
Celpe-Bras difficulty calibration
Intermediate tier. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep.
Brazilian government Portuguese exam. Written + oral · 3 levels (Intermediate, Upper, Advanced). · Official language: Portuguese (Português).
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's Celpe-Bras bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for Celpe-Bras
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
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Expert take: what Celpe-Bras really tests
Celpe-Bras is unusual: it certifies a level by performance rather than passing a fixed score, across a written part of four integrated tasks and a 20-minute oral. Each task ties an audio, video or text prompt to a required genre, purpose and audience — so task fulfilment matters as much as language accuracy, and the lower of your written/oral levels sets your certificate.
Preparation tips
- For each written task, identify the required text type, purpose and reader before you write.
- Rehearse the oral interaction aloud — a weak oral can cap the level on your certificate.
- Practise INEP’s past tasks; the integrated-prompt format is unlike ordinary language exams.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Writing accurate Portuguese that ignores the task’s genre, audience or purpose.
- Neglecting the oral part, which can pull your overall certified level down.
Celpe-Bras study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Grow vocabulary and consolidate Brazilian-Portuguese grammar in context
- Read and listen to authentic Brazilian material (news, interviews, video)
- Get used to producing text for a specific purpose and audience
- Practise the four written tasks that turn an audio/video/text prompt into a genre
- Learn to identify the required text type, purpose and reader each task sets
- Rehearse the oral interaction from prompt cards
- Work INEP past tasks to time
- Tighten register and task completion (both parts are level-rated)
- Practise speaking aloud to lift the oral level, which can cap your certificate
Where Celpe-Bras can take you
A strong Celpe-Bras result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Official Portuguese proof
- Study & diploma revalidation in Brazil
- Professional registration
- Lifelong certificate
Best books & official prep for Celpe-Bras
- Official Celpe-Bras example tests and collections (INEP) — INEP
- Bem-Vindo! / Novo Avenida Brasil — Various (Brazilian PLE publishers)
Official practice: INEP publishes past Celpe-Bras tasks and the examiner’s guidance; practise the four integrated writing tasks (each ties an audio/video/text prompt to a specific genre and audience) and rehearse the oral interaction.
Previous-year papers: Past Celpe-Bras collective-part tasks are published by INEP and are the best preparation.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Celpe-Bras exam pattern?
- Certificate of Proficiency in Portuguese for Foreigners contains 45 questions across 2 sections: Compreensão de Leitura e Uso da Língua (30 Q), Compreensão Oral (Listening, 15 Q). Total duration is 160 minutes (about 213 seconds per question).
- Does Celpe-Bras have negative marking?
- No — Celpe-Bras has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is Celpe-Bras scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. Celpe-Bras (3 levels).
- How can I practise Celpe-Bras online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length Celpe-Bras mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of Celpe-Bras?
- Celpe-Bras is rated Intermediate difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep. Brazilian government Portuguese exam. Written + oral · 3 levels (Intermediate, Upper, Advanced). · Official language: Portuguese (Português).
- How long is the Celpe-Bras exam?
- Celpe-Bras runs for 160 minutes total across 2 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including mandatory inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in Celpe-Bras?
- Celpe-Bras is split into: Compreensão de Leitura e Uso da Língua (30 Q), Compreensão Oral (Listening, 15 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Brazilian government Portuguese exam. Written + oral · 3 levels (Intermediate, Upper, Advanced). · Official language: Portuguese (Português).
- What tools or aids are allowed during Celpe-Bras?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the Celpe-Bras test adaptive?
- No — Celpe-Bras is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many Celpe-Bras mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct Celpe-Bras variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 2250 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free Celpe-Bras test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge Celpe-Bras test series for 2026 gives you 3 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are Celpe-Bras previous year question–style papers included?
- Every Celpe-Bras mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 45-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free Celpe-Bras mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's Celpe-Bras mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the Celpe-Bras mock test on mobile?
- Yes. Celpe-Bras mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the Celpe-Bras syllabus?
- The Celpe-Bras syllabus maps to its 2 sections: Compreensão de Leitura e Uso da Língua (30 Q), Compreensão Oral (Listening, 15 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for Celpe-Bras?
- Open to foreigners (and Brazilians whose first language is not Portuguese) aged 16 or over; no minimum level is required. It is widely used for university admission, professional registration and revalidation of foreign diplomas in Brazil. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic Celpe-Bras practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the Celpe-Bras exam and how should I prepare?
- Official Celpe-Bras exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free Celpe-Bras mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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