CELPIP-General tests everyday English for Canadian immigration (accepted by IRCC for permanent residence and citizenship). It assesses Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking, each scored on the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) scale from 4 to 12, and is 100% computer-delivered in one sitting.
Practise the full syllabus — free CELPIP mock →| Section | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Listening (47-55 min · 6 parts) | 38 | 50 min |
| Reading (55-60 min · 4 parts) | 38 | 60 min |
| Writing (53-60 min · 2 tasks) | 20 | 60 min |
| Total | 96 | 170 min |
Marking: 1 mark per correct answer, no negative marking. Scale: 100–1000.
The Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP), from Paragon Testing Enterprises, is a computer-delivered English test designated by IRCC for Canadian immigration. CELPIP-General tests four skills — Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking — fully by computer with Speaking recorded, in about 3 hours. Each skill is scored on CELPIP levels of M and 1 through 12, mapping directly to the Canadian Language Benchmarks. Results are valid for two years, and CELPIP-General LS (Listening and Speaking) is a shorter version used for citizenship.
The CELPIP syllabus covers Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking. CELPIP-General tests everyday English for Canadian immigration (accepted by IRCC for permanent residence and citizenship). It assesses Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking, each scored on the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) scale from 4 to 12, and is 100% computer-delivered in one sitting.
Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program has 96 questions across 3 sections in 170 minutes with no negative marking.
CELPIP is organised into 3 sections: Listening (47-55 min · 6 parts), Reading (55-60 min · 4 parts), Writing (53-60 min · 2 tasks).
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