See How Your Score Measures Up on the CLB Scale
Want to know how your CELPIP, IELTS, TEF, or TCF scores convert to CLB levels? Use the detailed score conversion chart below.
- Official IRCC CLB scale
- CELPIP, IELTS, TEF & TCF covered
- Express Entry CRS points included
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CLB Calculator
Enter your four skill scores and get the CLB level for each skill — plus your overall CLB. IRCC counts your overall level as the lowest of the four.
CLB levels at a glance
The CLB scale runs 1–12. Most Express Entry pathways reference CLB 4–10: CLB 7 is the common minimum and CLB 9 is the competitive “8-7-7-7 / CELPIP 9” level. CELPIP maps 1:1 to CLB.
CLB Score Conversion Chart
Want to know how your CELPIP, IELTS, PTE Core, TEF, or TCF scores convert to CLB levels? Use the detailed score conversion chart below, compiled by our team. You can also visit the official Government of Canada website to learn more about CLB equivalency scores.
| CLB | CELPIP | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benchmark | Reading | Writing | Listening | Speaking |
10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
9Competitive | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
7PR baseline | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
CLB to Express Entry CRS Points
First official language points per ability under the Comprehensive Ranking System. Find your CLB with the calculator above, then read your points here — see the official IRCC CRS grid, or learn what each CLB level means.
| CLB level | Points — single applicant | Points — with spouse |
|---|---|---|
| CLB 10+ | 34 | 32 |
| CLB 9 | 31 | 29 |
| CLB 8 | 23 | 22 |
| CLB 7 | 17 | 16 |
| CLB 6 | 9 | 8 |
| CLB 4–5 | 6 | 6 |
Per ability, first official language. Maximum 136 points across all four abilities without a spouse, or 128 with an accompanying spouse or partner.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a CLB level?
The Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) is Canada's official scale for measuring English ability, used by IRCC. The scale runs from CLB 1 to CLB 12 (immigration programs mostly reference CLB 4–10), and your CELPIP, IELTS, TEF, or TCF results all map to it — so one CLB level lets you compare scores across different tests. Learn more in our complete CLB guide.
How do my CELPIP, IELTS, TEF, or TCF scores convert to a CLB level?
Each test uses its own scale, but they all align to the same CLB levels. Use our score conversion chart to find your exact CLB level, or check the official Government of Canada website for CLB equivalencies.
Which English test should I take for Canadian immigration?
IRCC recognizes three English tests for economic immigration: the CELPIP-General Test, IELTS General Training, and PTE Core. Any of them can prove your CLB level — pick the format that suits you best and the program you're applying to. Comparing CELPIP and IELTS? See our CELPIP vs IELTS comparison.
What CLB level do I need, and how do I reach it?
For Express Entry, most programs require a minimum of CLB 7, while CLB 9+ makes you far more competitive. Compare your current score, set your target level, and start practising — with our AI platform or a certified teacher.
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