CELPIP English Language

The Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) is a standardized, computer-based English test designed to assess a test-taker’s ability to use English in everyday situations. It is widely accepted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for permanent residency applications, as well as by professional organizations and educational institutions across Canada.

Test Versions

• CELPIP – General

  • Measures listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills.

  • Accepted for Canadian immigration and citizenship applications.

  • Duration: About 3 hours, completed in a single sitting.

• CELPIP – General LS

  • Measures listening and speaking skills only.

  • Used mainly for Canadian citizenship applications.

  • Duration: About 1 hour.

Test Components

1. Listening – Understanding conversations, news, and discussions.

2. Reading – Interpreting written passages, charts, and diagrams.

3. Writing – Composing emails and responding to opinion-based tasks.

4. Speaking – Responding to prompts on various everyday topics.