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CELPIP Preparation

Achieve your Canadian immigration goals with our comprehensive CELPIP preparation program.

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What is CELPIP?

CELPIP (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program) is Canada's leading English language proficiency test for immigration and professional designation purposes. It's designed specifically to assess functional English proficiency in Canadian contexts.

  • Fully computer-delivered test completed in one session
  • Uses Canadian English accents and vocabulary
  • Results aligned with Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB)
  • Fast results typically within 4-5 business days

CELPIP evaluates four key skills: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking, with scores mapped to CLB levels from 4 to 12. The test takes about 3 hours to complete and is offered at designated test centers across Canada and internationally.

Why Choose CELPIP?

Official Recognition

Designated by IRCC for Canadian immigration and citizenship applications.

Canadian Context

Uses Canadian accents, vocabulary, and real-life situations.

Fast Results

Get your test results in just 4-5 business days.

Convenient Format

Fully computer-delivered test completed in one session.

Test Format

Listening

47-55 minutes, 6-7 parts

38-45 questions total

  • Part 1: Listening to Problem Solving
  • Part 2: Listening to a Daily Life Conversation
  • Part 3: Listening for Information
  • Part 4: Listening to a News Item
  • Part 5: Listening to a Discussion
  • Part 6: Listening to Viewpoints

Reading

55-60 minutes, 4 parts

38-45 questions total

  • Part 1: Reading Correspondence
  • Part 2: Reading to Apply a Diagram
  • Part 3: Reading for Information
  • Part 4: Reading for Viewpoints

Includes multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, and drag-and-drop questions

Writing

53-60 minutes, 2 tasks

Task 1 (27 mins)

Write an email (150-200 words)

Respond to a given situation or request

Task 2 (26 mins)

Respond to survey questions (150-200 words)

Express and justify your opinion on a topic

Speaking

15-20 minutes, 8 tasks

Tasks 1-2: Giving Advice (3 mins)

Respond to hypothetical situations

Tasks 3-4: Talking About a Personal Experience (3 mins)

Describe a personal experience or opinion

Tasks 5-6: Describing a Scene (3 mins)

Describe what's happening in an image

Tasks 7-8: Making Predictions (3 mins)

Predict outcomes based on given information

Eligibility

Age Requirement

Minimum 16 years or above

ID Requirement

Valid passport or government-issued ID

Test Availability

Available at designated test centers worldwide

Retake Policy

Can retake after 4-day waiting period

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CELPIP test used for?

The CELPIP (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program) test is Canada's leading general English language proficiency test for permanent residence, citizenship, and professional designations. It evaluates everyday English proficiency in listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills within Canadian contexts.

Is CELPIP accepted for Canadian immigration?

How is CELPIP different from IELTS?

What is a good CELPIP score for PR?

How long does it take to get CELPIP results?