CELPIP Reading
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
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
Approved for Immigration Purposes
The CELPIP - General test is approved by the Australian and Canadian governments for immigration and visa applications
CELPIP - General LS Test
$199
+ Taxes
Evaluates test taker’s English speaking, and listening skills and is used for citizenship applications.
Single 1-Hour Test Sitting
Takes approximately 70 minutes to complete and can be done in one sitting with no separate speaking session
IRCC Approved for Citizenship Status
The CELPIP - LS test is the IRCC approved test for Canadian citizenship applications
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
Writing
Respond to questions with written answers
53 minutes
Speaking
Reply to on-screen prompts verbally
15 minutes
What is CELPIP-General?
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
What is CELPIP-General LS?
CELPIP - General Test Format Details
The CELPIP - General Test has four components: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
Listening
Time allotted: 46-55 minutes
Number 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.
Reading
Time allotted: 43-56 minutes
Number of Questions Component Sections
11 Part 1: Reading Correspondence
8 Part 2: Reading to Apply a Diagram
9 Part 3: Reading for Information
10 Part 4: Reading for Viewpoints
Writing
Time allotted: 53 minutes
Number of Questions Component Sections
1 Task 1: Writing an Email
1 Task 2: Responding to Survey Questions
Speaking
Time allotted: 15 minutes
Number of Questions Component Sections
1 Task 1: Giving Advice
1 Task 2: Talking about a Personal Experience
1 Task 3: Describing a Scene
1 Task 4: Making Predictions
1 Task 5: Comparing and Persuading
1 Task 6: Dealing with a Difficult Situation
1 Task 7: Expressing Opinions
1 Task 8: Describing an Unusual Situation
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.
CELPIP - General LS Test Format Details
The CELPIP - General LS Test has two components: Listening and Speaking.
Listening
Time allotted: 46-55 minutes
Number 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.
Speaking
Time allotted: 15 minutes
Number of Questions Component Sections
1 Task 1: Giving Advice
1 Task 2: Talking about a Personal Experience
1 Task 3: Describing a Scene
1 Task 4: Making Predictions
1 Task 5: Comparing and Persuading
1 Task 6: Dealing with a Difficult Situation
1 Task 7: Expressing Opinions
1 Task 8: Describing an Unusual Situation
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.