The Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP)
is an English language proficiency test accepted by various
governments, professional organizations, universities, colleges,
and employers as a proof of English language proficiency.
The
test provides a valid and reliable measurement of English
abilities in a variety of everyday situations. Some of the
situations include communicating with co-workers or superiors at
workplace, interacting with friends, understanding newscasts,
interpreting and responding to written materials etc.
CELPIP test takers use a computer mouse and keyboard to
complete Reading and Writing components of the test, and a
computer microphone and headset to complete the Listening and
Speaking components. Computerized tests help test takers have
a quick and reliable testing experience.The total test time
for the CELPIP-General LS Test is about 1 hour and 10
minutes.The CELPIP-General Test has four components namely
Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. On the other hand
CELPIP-General LS Test has only two components of Listening
and Speaking.The total time for the CELPIP-General Test is
about 3 hours.
This part will test your reading skills. The time given to this section is 55-60 minutes.
In this, you will be tested on your listening skills. The time given to this section is 47-55 minutes.
In this, you will be tested on your writing skills. The time given to this section is 53-60 minutes.
In this part, you will be tested on your ability of speaking. The time given to this section is 15-20 minutes.
01 CELPIP-General Test
The CELPIP-General Test assesses functional listening, reading, writing and speaking skills. The test is for permanent residency in Canada.
02 CELPIP-General LS Test
The CELPIP-General LS Test is accepted as proof of English language proficiency for Canadian citizenship.
Each component of the CELPIP-General Test and the CELPIP-General LS Test is given a CELPIP level. The computer automatically scores the Listening and Reading Tests. Responses to the writing and speaking tests are scored by trained and experienced CELPIP evaluators.