Celpip Basic Introduction
Celpip Basic Introduction
CELPIP-General Test
This test assesses your functionality in 4 aspects of English:
Listening
Reading
Writing
Speaking
The CELPIP-General Test is for those applying for permanent residence status in Canada. The time
estimated to take this test is 3 hours.
LISTENING
The time limit is 47-55 minutes, and there are 7 subsections with specific types of questions
READING
5 subsections to be completed in 55-60 minutes;
1 Practice Task
11 questions about Reading Correspondence
8 questions regarding Reading to Apply a Diagram
9 questions to assess Reading for Information
10 questions about Reading for Viewpoint.
WRITING
Two subsections that must be completed in 53-60 minutes:
SCORES
There is no minimum pass score; instead CELPIP assigns you a level according to your score. There are 12
levels, being 1 the lowest and 12 the highest.
CELPIP Test scores are available in 8 business days after your test date, and are available in the account on
CELPIP’s website that you opened when register. There is an Express Rating that has your tests results
ready in 3 business days after your test date, but requires an extra fee.
Your CELPIP Official Score Report will also be delivered by mail to your registered address, via Canada
Post.
Your score report will specify areas where you failed. Use this information to create a study schedule that
focuses on those areas where you have difficulties.