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CELPIP General

The CELPIP-General (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program) is a Canadian-designed English language test used primarily for immigration, permanent residency (PR), and professional licensing in Canada. It evaluates your ability to understand and communicate in everyday English relevant to real-life scenarios, including workplace, community, and social settings.

CELPIP-General is fully accepted by IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) for economic immigration programs such as Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), Atlantic Immigration Program, and more. Because it is developed in Canada and reflects Canadian English and contexts, it is considered the most Canada-specific English language test available.

What is CELPIP-General?

CELPIP-General is a fully computer-delivered English proficiency test that measures four key language skills:

Listening
Reading
Writing
Speaking

The test is structured to simulate real-life tasks such as interpreting instructions, writing workplace emails, or speaking on the phone. All components are taken in a single test session on a computer — even the Speaking section, which is recorded.

There is also a CELPIP-General LS version (Listening and Speaking only), but that is used only for Canadian citizenship, not immigration.

Why Take CELPIP-General?

Official IRCC-approved for PR and immigration programs

Canadian context: Features Canadian accents and scenarios

100% computer-based: No face-to-face speaking

Quick results within 4–5 business days

Speaking done via microphone – easier for some test takers

Uses everyday vocabulary and situations – less academic

Available in major Indian cities (Delhi, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad, etc.)

How to Register

Visit the official website: www.celpip.ca
Select "CELPIP-General"
Choose your city and test center
Pick an available date and time
Upload a valid passport
Pay the fee online

💳 Test Fee in India: $280 CAD + tax (approx ₹17,500)

📍 Test centers available in India and Canada

CELPIP-General Test Format

Section	Duration	Description
Listening	47–55 mins	Understand everyday conversations, workplace dialogues, announcements
Reading	55–60 mins	Comprehend texts like emails, articles, and memos
Writing	53–60 mins	Write an email and a response to a survey question
Speaking	15–20 mins	Record responses to 8 prompts using a microphone

Entire test is taken on a computer. No paper, no human speaking examiner.

Test Content & Examples

Responses are recorded on the computer – no live interview.

Listening
Reading
Writing
Speaking

Practice listening to instructions, workplace calls, or discussions
6 parts: Listening to problem solving, conversations, news items, and viewpoints
MCQs, yes/no, fill-in-the-blank questions

4 parts: Reading Correspondence, Diagram, Information, and Viewpoints
Read emails, advertisements, public notices, schedules, etc.
38–45 questions in total

Task 1: Write an email (e.g., to a landlord, colleague, service provider)
- Clear structure and appropriate tone
Task 2: Respond to a survey question
- Give your opinion and support it with examples

8 parts including:
- Giving advice
- Talking about a personal experience
- Describing a scene
- Making predictions
- Comparing and persuading

Scoring System – CLB Levels

CELPIP-General is scored using the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) scale:

CLB Level	CELPIP Score	Description
CLB 10	10–12	Highly advanced skills
CLB 9	9	Advanced proficiency
CLB 8	8	Very good command
CLB 7	7	Effective communication
CLB 6	6	Developing competence
CLB 5	5	Basic workplace ability
CLB 4	4	Limited ability
Below 4	M/N/Blank	Not acceptable for PR

✅ For Express Entry:

CLB 9 gives maximum language points
CLB 7 is the minimum for Federal Skilled Worker

📆 Score validity: 2 years for immigration

Score Gains & Mistakes

Marks Increase If:

Using paragraph structure in writing
Strong introduction and conclusion
Clear pronunciation and steady speech in Speaking
Using varied vocabulary and linking words
Addressing all parts of the task

Marks Decrease If:

Immigration Relevance

CELPIP-General is accepted for all major Canadian immigration programs:

Express Entry (FSW, CEC, FSTP)

Provincial Nominee Programs (OINP, SINP, BCPNP, etc.)

Atlantic Immigration Program

Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot

Permanent Residency Applications

🚫 Not accepted for student visa or academic admission

✅ Directly aligns with IRCC’s CLB scoring system

Benefits of CELPIP-General

🇨🇦 Canadian test for Canadian immigration
Real-life tasks prepare you for Canadian life
Entirely digital (no paper, no human interaction)
Easy for people who prefer talking to a mic
Consistent test delivery and scoring
Available frequently in Indian test centers
Results in 4–5 business days

Why CELPIP-General is Best for Canadian Immigration

If you’re planning to live, work, or settle permanently in Canada, CELPIP-General is the most efficient, relevant, and user-friendly English proficiency test. Its 100% digital format, Canada-focused content, and alignment with IRCC’s CLB scale make it a direct match for Canadian immigration requirements.

From Express Entry to PNPs, CELPIP-General delivers a smooth test-taking experience with fast results and practical scenarios. Whether you’re in India or already in Canada, CELPIP-General is the most straightforward path to proving your English proficiency for Canadian PR.