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What is the difference between the
CELPIP - General and CELPIP - General LS?

There are two types of CELPIP tests to choose from. Make sure to confirm which version of the test you are required to take.

CELPIP - General Test

$295

+ Taxes (where applicable)

Evaluates test taker’s English speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills and is used for permanent residence applications, professional designation, and by Universities, Colleges and Vocational Programs. This is the Canadian price, international pricing will vary. Learn more about international pricing here.

Single Test Sitting

Takes under 2 hours and 50 minutes to complete and can be done in one sitting with no separate speaking session

Government Approved for Immigration 
and Visa Purposes

Takes under 2 hours and 50 minutes to complete and can be done in one sitting with no separate speaking session

CELPIP - General LS Test

$199

+ Taxes (where applicable)

Evaluates test taker’s English speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills and is used for permanent residence applications, professional designation, and by Universities, Colleges and Vocational Programs. This is the Canadian price, international pricing will vary. Learn more about international pricing here.

Single 1-Hour Test Sitting

Takes under 2 hours and 50 minutes to complete and can be done in one sitting with no separate speaking session

IRCC Approved for Citizenship Status

Takes under 2 hours and 50 minutes to complete and can be done in one sitting with no separate speaking session

CELPIP - General total test time is under 3 hours and is done in one sitting

Listening

Listen to passages and answer questions

46–55 minutes

Reading

Read passages and answer questions

43–56 minutes

Speaking

Reply to on-screen prompts verbally

15 minutes

Writing

Respond to questions with written answers

53 minutes
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CELPIP - General LS total test time is about 1h10m and is done in one sitting

Listening

Listen to passages and answer questions

46–55 minutes

Speaking

Reply to on-screen prompts verbally

15 minutes
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CELPIP - General Test Format Details

The CELPIP – General Test has four components: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.

— Listening

Time allotted: 46-55 minutes

— Speaking

Time allotted: 15 minutes

No. of Questions

Component Sections

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

Note: Test takers will be required to read answer choices in the Listening Test and questions in the Speaking Test. To get an idea of what the test is like, we recommend purchasing study materials and reviewing our free online sample test.

No. of Questions

Component Sections

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

8

Part 5: Listening to a Discussion

Note: Test takers will be required to read answer choices in the Listening Test and questions in the Speaking Test. To get an idea of what the test is like, we recommend purchasing study materials and reviewing our free online sample test.

— Reading

Time allotted: 43-56 minutes

— Writing

Time allotted: 53 minutes

No. of Questions

Component Sections

11

Part 1: Listening to Problem Solving

8

Part 2: Listening to a Daily Life Conversation

9

Part 3: Listening for Information

10

Part 4: Listening to a News Item

No. of Questions

Component Sections

1

Part 1: Listening to Problem Solving

1

Part 2: Listening to a Daily Life Conversation

CELPIP - General Test Format Details

The CELPIP – General Test has four components: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.

— Listening

Time allotted: 46-55 minutes

— Speaking

Time allotted: 15 minutes

No. of Questions

Component Sections

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

Note: Test takers will be required to read answer choices in the Listening Test and questions in the Speaking Test. To get an idea of what the test is like, we recommend purchasing study materials and reviewing our free online sample test.

No. of Questions

Component Sections

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

8

Part 5: Listening to a Discussion

Note: Test takers will be required to read answer choices in the Listening Test and questions in the Speaking Test. To get an idea of what the test is like, we recommend purchasing study materials and reviewing our free online sample test.

Unscored Items

Evaluates test taker’s English speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills and is used for permanent residence applications, professional designation, and by Universities, Colleges and Vocational Programs. This is the Canadian price, international pricing will vary. Learn more about international pricing here.

Free Online Sample Test

Take a free Sample test. These sample questions will help test takers understand what to expect on each component of the CELPIP test.

Take The Free Sample Test

Attend a Free Info Session

Attend one of our online CELPIP information sessions to learn more about the CELPIP Tests. Listen from home or on the go. All you need to join us are speakers, an internet connection, and a computer or smart device (Apple or Android).

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