A big question for individuals travelling overseas, whether for education prospects or other immigration reasons, is whether to opt for CELPIP or CD-IELTS. For those relatively new to either or both terms, CELPIP stands for the Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program, and CD-IELTS stands for Computer Delivered International English Language Testing System.
Both tests are designed to test the proficiency of aspirants in English as a language. They are helpful when one is applying for work-related immigration, permanent immigration, or study-related immigration. However, there are a few minor yet significant differences in the various aspects of the tests, such as the duration of the test, the level of its difficulty, the result, location, price, and test availability.
Most of the time, the differences mentioned above help an aspirant make the final choice between CELPIP and CD-IELTS.
So in case you are also one of those who are confused about whether to take up CELPIP or CD-IELTS for immigration purposes, here’s all that you need to know.
CELPIP vs CD-IELTS – Differences and Similarities
- Both IELTS and CELPIP are meant to test the proficiency of aspirants in English as a language.
- CELPIP is a complete computer-based test, while IELTS is available both in paper-based and computer-based formats.
- IELTS has no specific time duration, but CELPIP is a test designed for 3 hours.
- CELPIP is meant only for aspirants aspiring to go to Canada, while IELTS caters to many countries where English is a native language.
- In CELPIP and IELTS, the results are declared within two weeks of the exam.
- CELPIP uses a scoring scale from 1 to 12, with 12 being the highest proficiency level, while CD-IELTS uses a scale from 1 to 9, with 9 being the highest.
- IELTS tests theoretical proficiency in English, but CELPIP tests the functional English of an aspirant.
- More schools than CELPIP accept the scores from the IELTS test.
- CELPIP scores can help in applying for citizenship.
- Both exams can be quickly taken across several locations in India. Considering the price factor, the IELTS test is a little more expensive when compared to CELPIP.
- Aspirants can attempt the CELPIP practice test and the IELTS practice test to know the actual exam structure and preparation purpose.
Once you know all the above factors related to IELTS and CELPIP, it gets easier to opt for a test, depending on your preferences. Decide on the country you are considering moving to, whether you are comfortable with a computer-based or a paper-based test, whether you are looking for citizenship or not etc., and you will have your answer!
Whether CELPIP or IELTS, you will need proficiency skills, regular practice, and a mentor to show you the right direction. And Gurully has it all!
