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CLB / NCLC Converter

Convert approved English and French test scores to Canada’s CLB/NCLC benchmarks, or choose a target benchmark and see the required score range for all four abilities.

Conversion direction
IELTS General Training · English · benchmark: CLB
Express Entry accepts IELTS General Training. IELTS Academic and IELTS One Skill Retake are not accepted for Express Entry.
Listening
6.0-7.0
Required IELTS General Training score
Reading
6.0
Required IELTS General Training score
Writing
6.0
Required IELTS General Training score
Speaking
6.0
Required IELTS General Training score
To claim CLB 7, you must meet the applicable threshold in each ability individually. Express Entry requirements vary by immigration program.

Important IRCC notes

Express Entry accepts CELPIP-General, IELTS General Training, PTE Core, TEF Canada and TCF Canada.

The conversion grid shown here covers the IRCC-published Express Entry equivalencies from CLB 4 through 10+. Scores below that range are shown as below level 4 rather than being estimated.

Language results must be less than 2 years old when you create your Express Entry profile and when you submit your permanent residence application.

Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)Last verified: 6 September 2026Verify on IRCC

This Jarmar tool is for planning and convenience. IRCC rules and testing score formats can change. Always verify the current IRCC page and your official test report before submitting an immigration profile or application.