TEF Canada Placement Check
15 questions · ~20 min · no signup. Listening, reading, written French. Get an instant CLB band estimate.
Free TEF Canada
Free TEF Canada Practice Test
Choose a quick 20-minute placement check for an instant CLB band estimate, or take the full 40-minute Demo Mock Exam to see how the real test feels — with AI writing feedback and an AI speaking conversation.
TEF Canada Demo Mock Exam
8 questions · ~40 min · one use per account. Listening, reading, AI writing feedback, AI speaking conversation. (The real TEF Canada mock is 175 min.)
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A quick check of your reading and listening level. No sign-up needed to see your estimated CLB band, and you can review every answer at the end.
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8Reading
~15minutes
How the CLB estimate works
The practice test has 15 sample questions — 5 in each of listening, reading, and written French. Each item is calibrated to a CEFR level between A2 and B2. Your section score is mapped to a CLB band using the same conversion tables that IRCC uses for TEF Canada results, then averaged to produce a 1-band overall estimate.
- 5 listening items — voicemails, announcements, short conversations
- 5 reading items — notices, emails, news snippets, workplace instructions
- 5 written-French items — verb conjugation, prepositions, connectors, register
Because a 15-question test is necessarily a snapshot, the result is always a range (for example, "CLB 6-7"), not a single number. Use it to decide what to work on next — not to estimate your exact exam day score.
What your result means for Canadian immigration
| CLB band | What it unlocks |
|---|---|
| CLB 4 | Minimum for Canadian citizenship (speaking + listening only) |
| CLB 5-6 | Some provincial nominee programs and trade streams |
| CLB 7 | Express Entry minimum for French as second official language (25 CRS points) |
| CLB 7+ (French as first) | Category-based French draws — historically 370-430 CRS cutoffs |
| CLB 9+ | Maximum CRS points for French ability (50 points as first language) |
See the full CLB conversion guide for exact TEF score ranges per CLB.
What to do after your practice test
- Below CLB 6: get a feel for the real test format with the free Demo Mock Exam, then unlock dedicated reading, listening, writing, and speaking drills on a paid plan.
- CLB 6-7:you're close to the Express Entry band. Build stamina with full-length mock exams.
- CLB 8+: maximize CRS points — paid plans include AI writing feedback, AI speaking conversations, and unlimited reading + listening practice. See pricing.
For a full mock exam that mirrors the real TEF Canada in length, timing, and task types, see our mock exam section.
TEF Canada sample test vs full mock test
This free TEF Canada sample test gives you a quick, auto-graded snapshot and a CLB band estimate in about 20 minutes. A full TEF Canada mock test mirrors the real exam length, timing, and task types across all four sections, including writing and speaking, so your score reflects exam day rather than a short sample.
Start with the free sample test above to see where you stand, then move to a full mock exam when you want an exam-accurate score.
FAQ
Is this free TEF Canada practice test really free?
Yes. The 15-question check and your CLB band estimate are free with no signup required. Creating a free account gives you section scores; a paid plan gives per-question explanations.
How accurate is the CLB estimate?
It's an estimate, not an official score. Expect a 1-band range. Use it to decide where to focus your prep, not to predict your exact exam day score.
Can I retake the practice test?
Yes. The sample questions are the same each time so you can benchmark your progress. Retake after studying to see if your band moves up.
Does this replace a full mock exam?
No. It's a 20-minute practice test, not a full mock. For a full-length timed simulation of the TEF, take one of our mock exams.
Why isn't there a speaking section in the check?
Speaking requires human or AI evaluation and can't be auto-graded for anonymous users. The written-French section tests the same grammar and register foundations. For spoken-French feedback, see our speaking practice page.