CELPIP 2023 Exam will be conducted on Jan 8, 2023 (9:00 am), Jan 9, 2023 (9:00 am), and (1:30 pm), Jan 22, 2023 (9:00 am), and (1:30 pm), and Jan 23, 2023 (9:00 am), and (1:30 pm), for January 2023. CELPIP 2023 is an internationally recognized language proficiency test for students seeking to immigrate to Canada. The exam is administered by Paragon Testing Enterprises and allows individuals to apply to universities and jobs in Canada. The computer-based test assesses the reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills of the candidates. The test scores are generally delivered within a week and remain valid for a duration of 2 years. The test has two types - CELPIP General and CELPIP General LS. The exam can be taken anytime during the year after registration has been done for the CELPIP 2023 Exam.
| CELPIP 2023 Exam Dates | CELPIP Registration Form |
Table of Contents
- About CELPIP 2023
- CELPIP Exam Dates
- CELPIP Exam Centres
- CELPIP Exam Pattern
- CELPIP Exam Syllabus
- CELPIP Exam Registration
- CELPIP Exam Fees
- CELPIP Results
- CELPIP Scorecard
- CELPIP Contact Details
ABOUT CELPIP 2023
The Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) 2023 is a language proficiency test conducted by Paragon Testing Enterprises to assess the reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills of candidates who aspire to immigrate to Canada. The test managing authority, Paragon Testing Enterprises, is a subsidiary of the University of British Columbia (UCB). The test is globally recognized, and its scores are valid for a duration of two years.
| Name of the Exam | CELPIP |
| Full-Form | Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program |
| Test Type | CELPIP General TestCELPIP General-LS Test |
| Medium | English |
| Conducting Body | Paragon Testing Enterprises |
| Level of Examination | Global |
| Mode of Registration | online via email or in person |
| Validity | 2 years |
CELPIP Exam Date
CELPIP Exam is of two types, CELPIP General Test and CELPIP LS respectively. At present, CELPIP General Test is available in India. CELPIP Exam is conducted various times a year. The CELPIP Exam is conducted and administered by Paragon Testing Enterprises. CELPIP Exam dates have been released by the conducting body. The CELPIP 2023 Exam dates vary from centre to cent. Candidates can select their exam dates and Centres at their convenience. Learn more about CELPIP Exam dates below.
Exam Dates For Chandigarh Test Centre
Below mentioned are the dates for CELPIP Exam 2023 for Chandigarh Test Centre.
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Dates |
Time |
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Saturday, Jan 8 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 9 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 9 |
01:30 PM |
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Saturday, Jan 22 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Jan 22 |
01:30 PM |
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Sunday, Jan 23 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 23 |
01:30 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 5 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 5 |
01:30 PM |
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Sunday, Feb 6 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 6 |
01:30 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 19 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 19 |
01:30 PM |
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Sunday, Feb 20 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 20 |
01:30 PM |
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Saturday, Mar 5 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Mar 6 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Mar 6 |
01:30 PM |
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Saturday, Mar 26 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Mar 26 |
01:30 PM |
Exam Dates For Tamil Nadu Test Centre
Below mentioned are the dates for CELPIP Exam 2023 for Tamil Nadu Test Centre.
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Date |
Time |
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Saturday, Jan 8 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 9 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Jan 15 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 16 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 16 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Jan 22 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 6 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 6 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 12 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 13 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 13 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 19 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 20 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 20 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 26 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 26 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Feb 27 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 27 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Mar 5 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Mar 6 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Mar 12 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Mar 13 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Mar 13 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Mar 19 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Mar 19 |
09:30 AM |
Exam Dates For Bangalore Test Centre
Below mentioned are the dates for CELPIP Exam 2023 for Bangalore Test Centre.
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Date |
Time |
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Saturday, Jan 8 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Jan 8 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Jan 9 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 9 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Jan 15 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Jan 15 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Jan 16 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 16 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Jan 22 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Jan 22 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Jan 23 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Jan 23 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Jan 29 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Jan 29 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Jan 30 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 30 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 5 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 5 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Feb 6 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 6 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 12 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 12 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Feb 13 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 13 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 19 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 19 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Feb 20 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 20 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 26 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 26 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Feb 27 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 27 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Mar 5 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Mar 5 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Mar 6 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Mar 6 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Mar 12 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Mar 12 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Mar 13 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Mar 13 |
02:00 PM |
Exam Dates For Gurgaon Test Centre
Below mentioned are the dates for CELPIP Exam 2023 for Gurgaon Test Centre.
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Date |
Time |
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Saturday, Jan 8 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Jan 8 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Jan 9 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 9 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Jan 15 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Jan 15 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Jan 22 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Jan 22 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Jan 23 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 23 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Jan 29 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Jan 29 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Jan 30 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 30 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 5 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 5 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Feb 13 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 13 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 19 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 19 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 26 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 26 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Feb 27 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 27 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Mar 5 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Mar 5 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Mar 6 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Mar 6 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Mar 12 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Mar 12 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Mar 13 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Mar 13 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Mar 20 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Mar 20 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Mar 26 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Mar 26 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Mar 27 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Mar 27 |
02:00 PM |
Exam Dates For Mumbai Test Centre
Below mentioned are the dates for CELPIP Exam 2023 for Mumbai Test Centre.
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Date |
Time |
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Saturday, Jan 8 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Jan 8 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Jan 9 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 9 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Jan 15 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Jan 15 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Jan 16 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 16 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Jan 22 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Jan 22 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Jan 23 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 23 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Jan 29 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Jan 29 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Jan 30 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Jan 30 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 5 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 5 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Feb 6 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 6 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 12 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 12 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Feb 13 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 13 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 19 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 19 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Feb 20 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 20 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Feb 26 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Feb 26 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Feb 27 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Feb 27 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Mar 5 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Mar 5 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Mar 6 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Mar 6 |
02:00 PM |
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Saturday, Mar 12 |
09:00 AM |
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Saturday, Mar 12 |
02:00 PM |
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Sunday, Mar 13 |
09:00 AM |
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Sunday, Mar 13 |
02:00 PM |
CELPIP Exam Centres
Candidates must decide on their exam Centre and then choose their exam Centre for CELPIP 2023 Exam. CELPIP 2023 Exam centres across India are tabulated below.
| Exam Name | Test Centre |
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CELPIP Exam |
Chandigarh |
| Tamil Nadu | |
| Telangana | |
| New Delhi | |
| Karnataka | |
| Haryana | |
| Maharastra |
CELPIP Exam Pattern
CELPIP Exam is suitable for candidates who require evidence of English Language Proficiency while applying for Permanent Residence Status or immigration purposes. The CELPIP General test is for reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills, whereas the CELPIP General LS test is only for the speaking and listening skills of aspirants. The test scores are accepted by immigration authorities and for citizenship in Canada.
CELPIP General Test
CELPIP General Test is a 3-hour test accepted by the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (IRCC) and the Real Estate Council of British Columbia. It is prescribed for those who wish to acquire Permanent Residence status in Canada or are applying for professional designations.
The CELPIP Test is divided into four sections: Reading, Speaking, Listening, and Writing and the maximum score a candidate can obtain on the test is 12 points. Following are the details of the time allotted for each section of the CELPIP General 2023 test:
| Section | Time Allotted |
|---|---|
| Reading | 55-60 minutes |
| Speaking | 15-20 minutes |
| Listening | 47-55 minutes |
| Writing | 53-60 minutes |
CELPIP General- LS Test
CELPIP General-LS Test assesses the speaking and listening skills of candidates and lasts for about 1 hour and 10 minutes. The test is suitable for those looking for immigration or citizenship. The following table provides details of the duration of each section:
| Section | Time Allotted |
|---|---|
| Speaking | 15-20 minutes |
| Listening | 47-55 minutes |
CELPIP Exam Registration
Registrations for CELPIP 2023 can be done online. Walk-in candidates are not permitted for this test. All necessary documents must be uploaded and kept ready for further processing. The exam is conducted multiple times a year, and students can select a convenient date for themselves. The registration fee, as requested, will have to be paid to appear for the test. Application forms can be filled out in the following formats:
- Online
- Through mail
- In-person
Candidates from India can write the test in one of the locations mentioned below:
- Ahmedabad
- Bangalore
- Chandigarh
- Chennai
- Gurgaon
- Hyderabad
- Kolkata
- Mumbai
- New Delhi
Applicants can register for CELPIP 2023 online or through agents listed on the official website. The following is the step-by-step process to register online:
- Visit the official CELPIP test website
- Create a Login id and Password
- Sign in and provide all necessary details
- Select a date and venue for the test
- Make payment
CELPIP Exam Fee
All aspirants of the CELPIP 2023 exam are required to pay a fee for the same. The amount charged for CELPIP General 2023 is not the same as that charged for CELPIP General LS 2023. The details of the fee are as follows:
| Type of Test | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| CELPIP General Test | $280+taxes |
| CELPIP General-LS Test | $195+taxes |
Apart from the CELPIP registration fee, candidates can pay an extra amount for faster evaluation. Candidates do not have to pay fees for regular evaluations. An additional fee of Canadian dollars $20 + taxes must be paid to obtain the official CELPIP score report. The Express fee rating for both the CELPIP General test and the CELPIP General-LS test is given below.
| Type of Test | Express Rating Fee |
|---|---|
| CELPIP General Test | $100 CAD+ Taxes $150 CAD+Taxes (For international) |
| CELPIP General-LS Test | $70 CAD+taxes |
| Regular Rating Fee | Free |
CELPIP Syllabus
The CELPIP Exam syllabus consists of four components, Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking. The Syllabus consists of the following components in four sections:
Reading Section
This section evaluates the reading capabilities of the examinee during the CELPIP Exam. The components for reading sections are tabulated below.
| Focus Area | Skills Tested |
|---|---|
| Overview of the Reading Test | Active readers vs. passive readers scanning, skimming, and previewing Getting meaning from context Getting rid of incorrect replies Enhancing your reading speed Introduction to Vocabulary Development |
| Reading Test, Part 1 | Scanning and skimming Work activity with synonym-matching pairs Timed reading |
| Reading Test, Part 2 | Understanding coherence and putting logic to use Searching for precise information Recognizing a writer’s intention and tone Timed reading |
| Reading Test, Part 3 | Recognizing paragraph components Recognizing essential concepts in paragraphs Timed reading |
| Reading Test, Part 4 | Understanding meaning in relation to the context Getting rid of incorrect answers Identifying points of view Fact or opinion Timed reading |
| Practice Reading TestTest review and error analysis | All Reading Test abilities |
Listening Section
This section evaluates the reading capabilities of the examinee during the CELPIP Exam. The components for the listening sections are tabulated below.
| Focus Area | Skills Tested |
|---|---|
| Listening Test, Part 1 | Question types Introduction to test-taking strategies Introduction to vocabulary-building |
| Listening Test, Part 2 Listening Test, Part 3 |
Establishing context Note-taking strategies: Location and time Note-taking strategies: Main ideas and supporting details |
| Listening Test, Part 4 | Using abbreviations for note-taking Synonyms Note-taking to record facts |
| Listening Test, Part 5 | Visual clues Relevant vs. irrelevant information |
| Listening Test, Part 6 | Recognizing facts and opinions Differentiating between summaries and paraphrases Identifying pros and cons |
| Practice Listening Test review and error analysis course review | All Listening Test skills |
Writing Section
This section evaluates the reading capabilities of the examinee during the CELPIP Exam. The components for writing sections are tabulated below.
| Focus Area | Skills Tested |
|---|---|
| Overview of the Writing Test | Understanding performance standards Precision and meaning Identifying common errors Introduction to vocabulary-building |
| Writing Test, Task 1 | Writing emails Email conventions: Greetings, openers, closers, and sign-offs Tone and register indirect questions |
| Writing Test, Task 1 | Email format Paragraphing Introduction Synonyms Avoiding repetition time sequencers |
| Writing Test, Task 2 | Note-taking Expressing an opinion using conjunctionsSupporting details |
| Writing Test, Task 2 | TransitionsConcluding sentencesTimed writing peer feedback: Identifying common errors |
| Analysis of sample responses Practice and peer feedback test and individual feedback sessions | All Writing Test skills |
Speaking Section
This section evaluates the reading capabilities of the examinee during the CELPIP Exam. The components for the speaking sections are tabulated below.
| Focus Area | Skills Tested |
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| Overview of the Speaking Test | Understanding performance standards Review of speaking skills Developing ideas introduction to vocabulary-building |
| Speaking Test, Task 1 Speaking Test, Task 2 |
Organizing your thoughts Giving advice Using WH questions for narratives Time expressions Transitions |
| Speaking Test, Task 3 Speaking Test, Task 4 |
Prepositions of location Describing details Practice: Describing and making predictions Making predictions from a scene |
| Speaking Test, Task 5 Speaking Test, Task 6 |
Choosing, comparing, and persuading Inflection and intonation Giving effective reasons |
| Speaking Test, Task 7 Speaking Test, Task 8 |
Stating an opinion Weak vs. convincing reasons |
| Analysis of sample responses practice and peer feedback test and individual feedback sessions | All Speaking Test skills |
CELPIP Results
Results for CELPIP 2023 will be announced shortly after the examination, and the wait time is expected to be between 8-10 business days. The scorecard will provide details of the total points secured and the section-wise break up of the same. The scores of the CELPIP exam are valid for a time period of 2 years.
CELPIP Score Card
Once available, candidates can access their scores on the official website. The scorecard will contain details of the applicant, the date and venue of the exam, and the scores of each section. The marks will be awarded in the range of 0 to 12 points. The following are the steps to be followed to view CELPIP 2023 test scores:
- Visit the official website
- Sign in using the credentials
- Go to test scores
- View or download scores.
CELPIP Scoring System
The CELPIP exam scoring system is different from other language proficiency tests. The CELPIP test has a maximum score of twelve, and the minimum score is zero. Individual score and their assessment are as given below:
| CELPIP Level | Assessment |
|---|---|
| 12 | Advanced proficiency in workplace and community contexts |
| 11 | Advanced proficiency in workplace and community contexts |
| 10 | Highly effective proficiency in workplace and community contexts |
| 09 | Effective proficiency in workplace and community contexts |
| 08 | Good proficiency in workplace and community contexts |
| 07 | Adequate proficiency in workplace and community contexts |
| 06 | Developing proficiency in workplace and community contexts |
| 05 | Acquiring proficiency in workplace and community contexts |
| 04 | Adequate proficiency in daily life activities |
| 03 | Some proficiency in limited contexts |
| M | Minimal proficiency or insufficient information to assess |
CELPIP Contact Details
For any doubts or queries, candidates can reach out to the concerned authorities of the CELPIP Exam using the contact details given below.
- Address: 801-180 Bloor St. W. Toronto, ON M5S 2V6 Canada
- Website: www.celpip.ca
- Helpline: 1-800-958-5186
- E-mail: info@celpip.ca.
FAQs
Is CELPIP Exam easier than IELTS?
CELPIP Exam and IELTS have the same levels of difficulty. Both exams are created to test the English proficiency of the examinee.
What is the full form of the CELPIP Exam?
The Full form of the CELPIP Exam is the Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP)
What is the Good Score for CELPIP 2023 Exam?
An 8.0 or higher score in CELPIP 2023 exam is considered to be a good score.
How long is CELPIP valid for PR?
There is no expiration date for CELPIP as it is a third-party language test result for citizenship.
Does CELPIP 2023 Exam Paper have Multiple Choice Questions?
The CELPIP test is a computer-based examination. The CELPIP 2023 Exam paper has multiple choice questions in reading and listening sections only.
