About CELPIP Online

The Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) is a general English language proficiency test.

The CELPIP Test allows test takers to demonstrate their ability to function in English. The test clearly, accurately, and precisely assesses a test taker’s English abilities in a variety of everyday situations, such as communicating with co-workers and superiors in the workplace, interacting with friends, understanding newscasts, and interpreting and responding to written materials.

CELPIP Online can be safely taken from home and is overseen by a secure, online proctoring solution through ProProctor. CELPIP Online includes the same test format, content, and reporting scale as the CELPIP Test that is delivered in our test centres. CELPIP Online cannot be used for immigration or citizenship purposes.

Why Take CELPIP Online?

CELPIP Online is the convenient general English language proficiency test that can be taken from the comfort of your home computer.

Computer-Delivered

Done in just one sitting from your home computer, and includes features such as a personal timer, word counter, and spell-check.

Single North American Accent

Easy-to-understand English and vocabulary taken from everyday situations

Quick Online Results

Available online in just 4 to 5 calendar days after the test date

Free Study Materials

Free sample tests, videos, online information sessions, preparation courses, and webinars

What You Need to Know Before Registering for CELPIP Online

There are a few requirements before registering that you may need to consider and prepare for to ensure that your test day goes smoothly.

Test Your System

Room Requirements

	Testing location must be indoors (walled), well lit, with a closed door and free from background noise and disruptions.
	No third party may be present in the room or enter the room for the duration of the test. If this occurs, your test will be terminated and/or your results invalidated.
	Your workstation and surrounding area must be free of pens, paper, electronic devices, etc. No content that could potentially provide an unfair advantage during your test, including that posted on walls or within your immediate area, will be present during your test session.
	Two tissues are permitted at your workstation, but they must be inspected by the Proctor prior to start of test.
	You can only take notes with the ProProctor Scratchpad on your test screen (paper is not allowed for note-taking).
	Only water in transparent container is allowed at your desk.
	Food is not allowed.
	Please read the ProProctor User Guide for additional information.

System Requirements

	Your CAEL Online Test will be remotely proctored by ProProctor, please read the ProProctor User Guide before attending your test.
	Please make sure you download and install the ProProctor application that delivers your test (instructions on how to start your test will be sent within two calendar days of your test date).
	A desktop computer or laptop computer (you cannot use a phone, tablet, or Chromebook)
	Internet speed of at least 2Mb/s download speed, 1Mb/s upload speed.
	Chrome web browser (current version).
	A webcam, microphone, and speakers
	No bluetooth devices allowed (including wireless mouse, keyboard, or speakers)
	Minimum screen resolution to be 1024×768
	Mac OS 10.13 / Windows 8.1 or higher
	It may not be possible to take the test on a corporate laptop unless you ask your company’s IT to configure it for you. Please refer to ProProctor’s instructions for corporate computers.
	You cannot launch the ProProctor application using virtual machines or remote desktop connections. Test your system.

ID Requirements

Upload a valid government-issued photo identity document (ID) that will be presented on test day

See here for a list of accepted IDs.

Take a photo of yourself through our registration system

Security Checks

Please note that the security checks are done by our online test delivery partner ProProctor. After launching the ProProctor application on the day of your test, your readiness agent will guide you through three security checks:

	You will be asked to confirm your name and test details with you via video chat.
	You will be asked to provide a 360-degree of your desk and surrounding area using your webcam. Unnecessary items such as paper, devices, excessive jewelries are NOT allowed.
	You will be asked to stand up to do a 360-degree scan of your person. This scan will include – but not limited to – conducting a sleeve, pocket and glasses check. In addition, you will be asked to turn all pockets inside out, including showing any back pockets on pants.

Room Requirements

	Testing location must be indoors (walled), well lit, with a closed door and free from background noise and disruptions.
	No third party may be present in the room or enter the room for the duration of the test. If this occurs, your test will be terminated and/or your results invalidated.
	Your workstation and surrounding area must be free of pens, paper, electronic devices, etc. No content that could potentially provide an unfair advantage during your test, including that posted on walls or within your immediate area, will be present during your test session.
	Two tissues are permitted at your workstation, but they must be inspected by the Proctor prior to start of test.
	You can only take notes with the ProProctor Scratchpad on your test screen (paper is not allowed for note-taking).
	Only water in transparent container is allowed at your desk.
	Food is not allowed.
	Please read the ProProctor User Guide for additional information.

System Requirements

	Your CAEL Online Test will be remotely proctored by ProProctor, please read the ProProctor User Guide before attending your test.
	Please make sure you download and install the ProProctor application that delivers your test (instructions on how to start your test will be sent within two calendar days of your test date).
	A desktop computer or laptop computer (you cannot use a phone, tablet, or Chromebook)
	Internet speed of at least 2Mb/s download speed, 1Mb/s upload speed.
	Chrome web browser (current version).
	A webcam, microphone, and speakers
	No bluetooth devices allowed (including wireless mouse, keyboard, or speakers)
	Minimum screen resolution to be 1024×768
	Mac OS 10.13 / Windows 8.1 or higher
	It may not be possible to take the test on a corporate laptop unless you ask your company’s IT to configure it for you. Please refer to ProProctor’s instructions for corporate computers.
	You cannot launch the ProProctor application using virtual machines or remote desktop connections. Test your system.

ID Requirements

Upload a valid government-issued photo identity document (ID) that will be presented on test day

See here for a list of accepted IDs.

Take a photo of yourself through our registration system

Security Checks

	You will be asked to confirm your name and test details with you via video chat.
	You will be asked to provide a 360-degree of your desk and surrounding area using your webcam. Unnecessary items such as paper, devices, excessive jewelries are NOT allowed.
	You will be asked to stand up to do a 360-degree scan of your person. This scan will include – but not limited to – conducting a sleeve, pocket and glasses check. In addition, you will be asked to turn all pockets inside out, including showing any back pockets on pants.

CELPIP Online Test Features

CELPIP Online

$280 + Taxes

Evaluates test taker’s English speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills and is used for professional designations. CELPIP Online follows the same format as the CELPIP-General Test. CELPIP Online cannot be taken for immigration or citizenship purposes.

Single 3-Hour Test Sitting

Takes approximately 3 hours to complete and can be done in one sitting with no separate speaking session.

Taken from a home computer

CELPIP Online can be taken from your home computer. CELPIP Online is only available in Canada.

CELPIP Online total test time is about 3 hours and is done in one sitting

Listening

Listen to passages and answer questions

47–55 minutes

Reading

Read passages and answer questions

55–60 minutes

Writing

Respond to questions with written answers

53–60 minutes

Speaking

Reply to on-screen prompts verbally

15–20 minutes

More Format Details

Test Scores

Each component of the CELPIP – General Test and the CELPIP – General LS Test is given a CELPIP level. Below is a chart of each CELPIP level and its corresponding description. Since the CELPIP test scores have been calibrated against the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) levels, we have included the CLB level equivalencies for your information.

Test Level Descriptor	CELPIP Level	CLB Level
Advanced proficiency in workplace and community contexts	12	12
Advanced proficiency in workplace and community contexts	11	11
Highly effective proficiency in workplace and community contexts	10	10
Effective proficiency in workplace and community contexts	9	9
Good proficiency in workplace and community contexts	8	8
Adequate proficiency in workplace and community contexts	7	7
Developing proficiency in workplace and community contexts	6	6
Acquiring proficiency in workplace and community contexts	5	5
Adequate proficiency for daily life activities	4	4
Some proficiency in limited contexts	3	3
Minimal proficiency or insufficient information to assess	M	0, 1, 2
Not Administered: test taker did not receive this test component	NA	/

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Who Accepts CELPIP?

The CELPIP Tests prove English language proficiency for immigration purposes and professional designation.

CELPIP Online is not accepted by IRCC, and cannot be used for immigration or citizenship purposes. Click below to see which organizations accept CELPIP results as proof of English language proficiency.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can we help you with?

See full list of FAQs here

Can I take CELPIP Online for immigration or citizenship purposes?

No. CELPIP Online cannot be used for immigration or citizenship purposes.

Please ensure with your organization before registering for CELPIP Online that a CELPIP Online score will be acceptable.

Can I register at one of your test centres?

The CELPIP Test Centres do not process any registration applications. The best and easiest way to register is online.

How and when do I get my CELPIP scores?

For information on obtaining test results, click here.

What kind of identification document (ID) can I use?

For information on what kind of identification is acceptable for the CELPIP Test, click here.

How do I change or cancel my test date?

For information on how cancel your test date or transfer to an alternate test session, click here.

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When I took CELPIP, I found it was like speaking English in real life. You speak every day with your boss and with your friends, and the CELPIP Test represents those every-day, real-life language situations.

- Rafaela B., CELPIP Test Taker

I had taken other English language proficiency before, and CELPIP was more relatable to me. All of the questions were situations I was familiar with from daily life, and were like conversations I had experienced personally.

- Chrisna D., CELPIP Test Taker

Overview

About CELPIP Online

Why Take CELPIP Online?

Computer-Delivered

Single North American Accent

Quick Online Results

Free Study Materials

What You Need to Know Before Registering for CELPIP Online

Room Requirements

System Requirements

ID Requirements

Security Checks

CELPIP Online Test Features

CELPIP Online

$280 + Taxes

Single 3-Hour Test Sitting

Taken from a home computer

CELPIP Online total test time is about 3 hours and is done in one sitting

Listening

Reading

Writing

Speaking

Test Scores

Who Accepts CELPIP?

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I take CELPIP Online for immigration or citizenship purposes?

Can I register at one of your test centres?

How and when do I get my CELPIP scores?

What kind of identification document (ID) can I use?

How do I change or cancel my test date?

When I took CELPIP, I found it was like speaking English in real life. You speak every day with your boss and with your friends, and the CELPIP Test represents those every-day, real-life language situations.

I had taken other English language proficiency before, and CELPIP was more relatable to me. All of the questions were situations I was familiar with from daily life, and were like conversations I had experienced personally.

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