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In Kolkata (Calcutta), the TCF Canada and TEF Canada are run by the Alliance Francaise du Bengale. You register directly with the centre and sit the same test used worldwide. Format and session dates vary, confirm on the official site before you book.
TCF TEF Prep editorial team · Updated May 2026 · Facts last verified 2026-05-25
Alliance Française du Bengale
What to expect in Kolkata
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The Alliance Francaise du Bengale runs both exams. Compared with AF Delhi the centre is smaller, so slots can be tighter, book as soon as your date is clear and email the centre early if the calendar looks full.
Like at other Indian Alliance Francaise centres, the speaking examiner is often a native French speaker who wants natural conversation and spots memorized phrases quickly. Treat the warm-up like a normal chat.
A typical on-the-day setup is an individual computer for reading and listening with wired earphones, plus a paper booklet for the multiple-choice answers. Listening segments cannot be reviewed once they end.
Expect a wait of a few weeks for your official attestation, then convert your scores to CLB before submitting to IRCC.
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Kolkata centre FAQ
Where in Kolkata do I take the TCF or TEF Canada?
At the Alliance Francaise du Bengale. You register directly with the centre using the official site, choose an available session, and sit the same test used worldwide.
How early should I book the TCF in Kolkata?
As early as you can. Kolkata sessions are smaller than Delhi, so slots can fill quickly. Check the centre regularly and email them if dates look full.
Is the TCF in Kolkata computer-based or paper-based?
Both formats can be offered, and availability varies by session. Confirm the current format when you register.