CLB Calculator – Language Test Equivalency Tool | Convert IELTS to CLB, CELPIP to CLB, TEF to NCLC, TCF to NCLC

What is CLB Calculator?

A CLB (Canadian Language Benchmarks) calculator is a tool designed to assess an individual’s English language proficiency, especially for those planning to immigrate to Canada or for educational and professional purposes within Canada. The CLB levels range from 1 to 12, with 12 being the highest level of proficiency. These benchmarks are used to describe language ability in various skills — speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

If you’re looking to calculate your CLB level based on IELTS (International English Language Testing System) scores, CELPIP (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program) scores, or scores from another recognized English language test, this calculator can help you approximate your CLB level based on the information you provide from these test scores.

IELTS to CLB

For IELTS to CLB conversions, here’s a rough guide:

• Listening: Each band (from 4.5 to 9.0) corresponds to a CLB level from 4 to 10.
• Reading: Each half band (from 3.5 to 8.0) generally aligns with CLB levels 4 to 10.
• Writing and Speaking: The scores (from 4.0 to 7.5) correspond to CLB levels 4 to 10.

CELPIP to CLB

For CELPIP to CLB conversions, each CELPIP level directly corresponds to a CLB level, as the CELPIP test is calibrated to the CLB standards.

Please provide the scores you wish to convert in our CLB calculator below, and specify whether they’re from IELTS or CELPIP and we can help you determine your CLB level.

PTE to CLB

The PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic score is another measure of English language proficiency that can be converted to Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) for purposes like immigration to Canada. The PTE Academic test assesses listening, reading, speaking, and writing abilities. The scores from the PTE can be mapped to the CLB levels, which range from 1 to 12, with 12 representing the highest proficiency.

The conversion from PTE scores to CLB levels follows a specific pattern, although it’s important to note that these conversions can be approximate and might be subject to change based on Canadian immigration policies or specific program requirements. Here’s a general guide to how PTE scores might map to CLB levels for each skill area:

• Listening: PTE scores from 28 to 90 map to CLB levels 4 to 10.
• Reading: PTE scores from 33 to 90 align to CLB levels 4 to 10.
• Speaking: PTE scores in the range of 42 to 90 generally correspond to CLB levels 4 to 10.
• Writing: Similarly, PTE scores from 41 to 90 match CLB levels 4 to 10.

These ranges are quite broad, so for a more precise conversion, use your specific PTE scores for each of the skill areas (Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing) in the CLB calculator below. With that information, you can convert your PTE Core scores to CLB scores for Canadian Immigration.

What is the NCLC (Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens) Calculator?

The NCLC (Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens) is the French equivalent of the CLB (Canadian Language Benchmarks) and is used to assess French language proficiency for those looking to immigrate to Canada or for educational and professional purposes within Canada. The NCLC levels range from 1 to 12, with 12 being the highest level of proficiency, and are used to describe language ability in various skills — speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

If you’re looking to calculate your NCLC level based on TEF (Test d’Évaluation de Français) or TCF (Test de Connaissance du Français) this NCLC calculator can help you approximate your NCLC level based on the information you provide from these test scores.

For TEF to NCLC conversions, here’s a general guide:

• Listening (Compréhension orale): Scores typically range from 145 to 360, corresponding to NCLC levels 4 to 12.
• Reading (Compréhension écrite): Scores range from 121 to 300, also corresponding to NCLC levels 4 to 12.
• Writing (Expression écrite): Similar to reading, with scores from 181 to 450 matching NCLC levels 4 to 12.
• Speaking (Expression orale): Scores from 181 to 450 correspond to NCLC levels 4 to 12.

For TCF to NCLC conversions, it follows a similar pattern, where each band score is aligned with the NCLC levels, but the scoring ranges will differ.

Please provide the scores you wish to convert, specifying whether they’re from TEF or TCF, and we can help you determine your NCLC level.

IELTS to CLB calculator | Convert IELTS Score Into CLB

Listening: Select 9.0+ 8.5 8.0 7.5 7.0 6.5 6.0 5.5 5.0 4.5 4.0 3.5 3.0 or less Reading: Select 9.0+ 8.5 8.0 7.5 7.0 6.5 6.0 5.5 5.0 4.5 4.0 3.5 3.0 or less Writing: Select 9.0+ 8.5 8.0 7.5 7.0 6.5 6.0 5.5 5.0 4.5 4.0 3.5 3.0 or less Speaking: Select 9.0+ 8.5 8.0 7.5 7.0 6.5 6.0 5.5 5.0 4.5 4.0 3.5 3.0 or less

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CELPIP-G to CLB calculator | Convert CELPIP-G Score Into CLB

Listening: Select 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 or less Reading: Select 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 or less Writing: Select 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 or less Speaking: Select 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 or less

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PTE to CLB calculator by Immiboards | Convert PTE Core Score Into CLB

Listening: Select 89-90 82-88 71-81 60-70 50-59 39-49 28-38 Less than 28 Reading: Select 88-90 78-87 69-77 60-68 51-59 42-50 33-41 Less than 33 Writing: Select 90 88-89 79-87 69-78 60-68 51-59 41-50 Less than 41 Speaking: Select 89-90 84-88 76-83 68-75 59-67 51-58 42-50 Less than 42

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TEF to NCLC calculator | Convert TEF Score Into NCLC - Convertir le score TEF en NCLC

Compréhension orale: Select 316-360 298-315 280-297 249-279 217-248 181-216 145-180 Moins de 144 Compréhension écrite: Select 263-300 248-262 233-247 207-232 181-206 151-180 121-150 Moins de 120 Expression écrite: Select 393-450 371-392 349-370 310-348 271-309 226-270 181-225 Moins de 180 Expression orale: Select 393-450 371-392 349-370 310-348 271-309 226-270 181-225 Moins de 180

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TCF to NCLC calculator | Convert TCF Score Into NCLC - Convertir le score TCF en NCLC

Compréhension orale: Select 549-699 523-548 503–522 458-502 398-457 369-397 331-368 Moins de 330 Compréhension écrite: Select 549-699 524-548 499-523 453-498 406-452 375-405 342-374 Moins de 341 Expression écrite: Select 16-20 14-15 12-13 10-11 7-9 6 4-5 Moins de 3 Expression orale: Select 16-20 14-15 12-13 10-11 7-9 6 4-5 Moins de 3