Language Requirements For Canadian Immigration

The approved English language tests for Canada Permanent Residency are:

IELTS General Test (International English Language Testing System)

This comprehensive language assessment is widely recognized and accepted by thousands of educational institutions, professional organizations, and government agencies worldwide, including Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Suppose you are a skilled worker seeking to immigrate to Canada, or a professional seeking career opportunities in English-speaking countries. In that case, IELTS can provide you with the language skills assessment you need to achieve your goals.

There are two types of IELTS Tests. The IELTS General Test is taken for Canada immigration purposes and IELTS Academic is preferred for Canada study visa purposes.

Note: IELTS Academic Test result is not accepted for Canada PR visa purposes.

Validity of IELTS exam:

A Test Report Form (TRF) for the IELTS is valid for a period of two years.

Cost of IELTS exam:

Depending on the assessment type, different IELTS test fees apply in India. Please see the table below for complete details on IELTS exam costs:

The IELTS General Test has 4 modules: Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening. A maximum of 24 points can be obtained from this test.

IELTS scores to CLB Level (FSWP)

The per-segment score criteria for each CLB Level are listed below:

If you fulfill the following per-section standards and English is your second language, you will receive 4 points.

PTE Core English Test (Pearson Test of English)

The PTE Core is a completely computer-based English language proficiency test that assesses your everyday English skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The entire test takes about two hours to complete, and results are typically available within two days.

PTE Core is accepted in Canada immigration programs effective January 30, 2024. The PTE core has a maximum of 90 points. The PTE core test comprises 4 sections; Writing, Speaking, Reading, and Listening divided into three parts.

Cost of PTE Core: 17,000 INR

Comparison of IELTS and PTE Core for Canada PR

1. Both tests assess your English language proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
2. Both are accepted for most Canada immigration programs.
3. Both cost 17,000 INR (Around CAD 300).

CELPIP General Test (The Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program)

The English language competency test for citizenship, permanent residency, and professional designations in Canada is called CELPIP. This is a computer-based assessment.

CELPIP-G to CLB Level (FSWP)

First official language

If you fulfill the minimum threshold for all four per-section standards and English is the first language you will obtain a maximum of 24 points.

Second official language

If you fulfill the minimum threshold for all four per-section standards and English is your second language you will obtain 4 points.

You will be evaluated on factors other than language ability, such as age, education, and professional experience.

Any one of the two French language tests is required to be taken for Canada PR. The test details are given below:

TCF Canada: Test de connaissance du français

TCF (Test de connaissance du français) Canada is a language proficiency test that measures the ability of non-native French speakers to communicate in French. The test assesses the listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills of the candidate and provides an internationally recognized certification of French proficiency for immigration, study, or work purposes in Canada.

The TCF exam costs around 21,476 INR (including GST).

The TCF Canada: Test de connaissance du français includes the following sections of the in the test:

1. Compréhension de l’écrit (Writing comprehension)
2. Compréhension de l’oral (Oral comprehension)
3. Expression écrite (Written expression)
4. Expression orale (Oral expression)

TEF Canada: Test d’évaluation de français

TEF (Test d’évaluation de français) Canada is a French proficiency test designed for non-native French speakers who wish to immigrate to Canada or pursue academic or professional opportunities in French-speaking communities. The test assesses the candidate's proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in French, and is recognized by Canadian immigration authorities and various academic institutions and employers across the country. The TEF Canada test scores are an important factor in determining an individual's eligibility for permanent residency or work permits in Canada.

The TEF exam costs around 24, 780 INR (including GST).

The TEF Canada: Test d’évaluation de français includes the following sections of the in the test:

1. Compréhension de l’écrit (Writing comprehension)
2. Compréhension de l’oral (Oral comprehension)
3. Expression écrite (Written expression)
4. Expression orale (Oral expression)

A maximum of 4 points can be The approved French language test for Canada Permanent Residency are: