The CELPIP (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program) is an English language proficiency test used in Canada and Australia for immigration, citizenship, employment purposes and study. It assesses the test taker’s ability to communicate effectively in English in real-life situations.
Why Take CELPIP?
The CELPIP Test is Canada’s leading general English tests for immigration, citizenship, professional designation in Canada and Australia.
Computer-Delivered
Done in just one sitting and includes features such as a personal timer, word counter, and spell-check
Single North American Accent
Easy-to-understand English and vocabulary taken from everyday situations
Quick Online Results
Available online in 4-5 calendar days after the test date
Accessible Study Materials
Sample tests, videos, online information sessions, and online preparation courses
CELPIP – General total test time is under 3 hours and is done in single sitting
Listening
Listen to passages and answer questions
47–55 minutes
Reading
Read passages and answer questions
55–60 minutes
Writing
Respond to questions with written answers
53–60 minutes
Speaking
Reply to on-screen prompts verbally
15–20 minutes
CELPIP – General Test Format
The CELPIP – General Test has four components: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
Listening
Time allotted: 47-55 minutes
| Number of Questions | Component Sections |
|---|---|
| 1 | Practice Task |
| 8 | Part 1: Listening to Problem Solving |
| 5 | Part 2: Listening to a Daily Life Conversation |
| 6 | Part 3: Listening for Information |
| 5 | Part 4: Listening to a News Item |
| 8 | Part 5: Listening to a Discussion |
| 6 | Part 6: Listening to Viewpoints |
Reading
Time allotted: 55-60 minutes
| Number of Questions | Component Sections |
|---|---|
| 1 | Practice Task |
| 11 | Part 1: Reading Correspondence |
| 8 | Part 2: Reading to Apply a Diagram |
| 9 | Part 3: Reading for Information |
| 10 | Part 4: Reading for Viewpoints |
Writing
Time allotted: 53-60 minutes
| Number of Questions | Component Sections |
|---|---|
| 1 | Task 1: Writing an Email |
| 1 | Task 2: Responding to Survey Questions |
Speaking
Time allotted: 15-20 minutes
| Number of Questions | Component Sections |
|---|---|
| 1 | Practice Task |
| 1 | Task 1: Giving Advice |
| 1 | Task 2: Talking about a Personal Experience |
| 1 | Task 3: Describing a Scene |
| 1 | Task 4: Making Predictions |
| 1 | Task 5: Comparing and Persuading |
| 1 | Task 6: Dealing with a Difficult Situation |
| 1 | Task 7: Expressing Opinions |
| 1 | Task 8: Describing an Unusual Situation |
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