CLB CALCULATOR IN CANADA IMMIGRATION IN CANADA IMMIGRATION
The CLB Calculator in Canada is the national standard used in Canada for skilled migration programs to describe, measure and recognize the English language proficiency of potential immigrants and adult immigrants for living and working in Canada.
WHAT IS CANADIAN LANGUAGE BENCHMARK (CLB) SCALE?
The Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) Scale is a standardized system that measures the English language proficiency of individuals. This scale is used in various skilled migration programs in Canada, such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program, The Canadian Experience Class, and some Provincial Nominee Programs. The CLB Scale has 12 levels, with level one being the most basic and level 12 indicating a very high level of proficiency.
IMPORTANCE OF ONLINE CLB CALCULATOR FOR SKILLED IMMIGRATION PROGRAMS
The Online CLB Calculator (CLB) is an essential tool used in the skilled immigration program in Canada. It has been designed to evaluate the English language proficiency of potential immigrants and adult immigrants who wish to work and immigrate to Canada. The Canadian Language Benchmark framework consists of 12 levels, beginning with basic literacy skills up to advanced proficiency in English.
The primary purpose of the Canada CLB Calculator is to provide newcomers with a fair and standardized language assessment that will assist
LANGUAGE TESTS BEFORE USING CLB SCORE CALCULATOR
Canada is a multi-lingual country, and it does not have a single official language. English and French are dominant languages in Canada, and international migrants have to prove their language abilities in either English or French by proving their CLB Scores. Attempting any of the below tests is mandatory before using a CLB Score Calculator.
For English Language Test
CELPIP - Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program
IELTS - International English Language Testing System
For French Language Test
Test d’évaluation de français includes
- compréhension de l’écrit
- compréhension de l’oral
- expression écrite
- expression orale
Test de connaissance du français includes
- compréhension de l’écrit
- compréhension de l’oral
- expression écrite
- expression orale
HOW TO FIND CANADIAN LANGUAGE BENCHMARK LEVEL?
There are several language proficiency tests to help you prove your language levels i.e. CELPIP, IELTS, TEC, or TEF. The Canadian government has set specific standards for language proficiency in order to maintain the country's English and French linguistic heritage. The Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) is a standardized system that assesses an individual's proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English. It is used for various skilled migration programs in the country including the Federal Skilled Worker Program, The Canadian Experience Class, and some Provincial Nominee Programs.
- Select an examination authority approved by IRCC
- Schedule your language test after the payment of fees
- Wait for the results
- Add the test results to your express entry profile
- Attach the results if you get an Invitation to Apply in the next draw
Note - language testing agencies do not send the test results to the IRCC. Candidates have to attach their CLP Score along with their application.
CANADIAN LANGUAGE BENCHMARK SCALE
The CLB level is measured by using the CLB Calculator Canada after adding a candidate’s score in different sections of the language tests. Here is how you can find your CLB Scale from your test results.
FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEST
Refer to the Canada CLB Level Calculator to find your Level in Federal Skilled Worker Program for the FIRST official language in the general part of the Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program.
Maximum Points - 24
| CEB LEVEL | SPEAKING ABILITY | LISTENING ABILITY | READING ABILITY | WRITING ABILITY | POINTS PER ABILITY |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 4 |
| 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 5 |
| 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 6 |
| 10 and above CELPIP-G | 10+ | 10+ | 10+ | 10+ | 6 |
Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP - G): CLB Level in the SECOND official language
Minimum Points - 4
| CEB LEVEL | SPEAKING ABILITY | LISTENING ABILITY | READING ABILITY | WRITING ABILITY | POINTS PER ABILITY |
| 5 and Above | 5 - 12 | 5 - 12 | 5 - 12 | 5 - 12 | 4 |
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): CLB Level in the FIRST official language
Maximum Points - 24
| CEB LEVEL | SPEAKING ABILITY | LISTENING ABILITY | READING ABILITY | WRITING ABILITY | POINTS PER ABILITY |
| 7 | 6.0 | 6.0 - 7.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 4 |
| 8 | 6.5 | 7.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 5 |
| 9 | 7.0 | 8.0 | 7.0 | 7.0 | 6 |
| 10 and Above | 7.5 - 9.0 | 8.5 - 9.0 | 8.0 - 9.0 | 7.5 - 9.0 | 6 |
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): CLB Level in the SECOND official language
Minimum Points - 4
| CEB LEVEL | SPEAKING ABILITY | LISTENING ABILITY | READING ABILITY | WRITING ABILITY | POINTS PER ABILITY |
| 5 and Above | 5.0- 9.0 | 5.0- 9.0 | 4.0- 9.0 | 5.0- 9.0 | 4 |
FOR THE FRENCH LANGUAGE TEST
Test d’évaluation de français (TEF): Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC Level in FIRST offical language
Maximum Points - 24
| NCLC LEVEL | SPEAKING ABILITY/ expression orale | LISTENING ABILITY/ compréhension de l’oral | READING ABILITY/ compréhension de l’écrit | WRITING ABILITY/ expression écrite | POINTS PER ABILITY |
| 7 | 310 - 348 | 249 - 279 | 207 - 232 | 310 - 348 | 4 |
| 8 | 349 - 370 | 280 - 297 | 233 - 247 | 349 - 370 | 5 |
| 9 and above | 371+ | 298+ | 248+ | 349 - 370 | 6 |
Test d’évaluation de français (TEF): Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC Level in SECOND offical language
Minimum Points - 4
| NCLC LEVEL | SPEAKING ABILITY/ expression orale | LISTENING ABILITY/ compréhension de l’oral | READING ABILITY/ compréhension de l’écrit | WRITING ABILITY/ expression écrite | POINTS PER ABILITY |
| 5 and above | 226 - 371+ | 181 - 298+ | 181 - 298+ | 226 - 371+ | 4 |
Test de connaissance du français (TCF): Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC Level in FIRST offical language
Maximum Points - 24
| NCLC LEVEL | SPEAKING ABILITY/ expression orale | LISTENING ABILITY/ compréhension de l’oral | READING ABILITY/ compréhension de l’écrit | WRITING ABILITY/ expression écrite | POINTS PER ABILITY |
| 7 | 10 – 11 | 458 – 502 | 453 – 498 | 10 – 11 | 4 |
| 8 | 12 – 13 | 503 – 522 | 499 – 523 | 12 – 13 | 5 |
| 9 and above | 14+ | 523+ | 524+ | 14+ | 6 |
Test de connaissance du français (TCF): Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC Level in FIRST offical language
Maximum Points - 24
| NCLC LEVEL | SPEAKING ABILITY/ expression orale | LISTENING ABILITY/ compréhension de l’oral | READING ABILITY/ compréhension de l’écrit | WRITING ABILITY/ expression écrite | POINTS PER ABILITY |
| 5 and above | 226 - 371+ | 181 - 298+ | 181 - 298+ | 226 - 371+ | 4 |
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