As English is not the native language of India, you need to prove your English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills to be eligible for Canada PR from India. While you can get Canada PR without IELTS, it is crucial to demonstrate your language skills as a part of the PR process.
While IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is the most preferred language test to prove English language skills, here are other language tests accepted by the Canadian government:
Let’s find out.
If the prospect of taking the IELTS exam seems overwhelming, here are alternative language tests to prove your English language skills:
If you find IELTS challenging, go for the CELPIP exam to demonstrate your English proficiency. It is considered an easier test than IELTS, focusing on Canadian English and including familiar accents and vocabulary. The exam takes about 3 hours to complete and results are usually out in 3 to 4 business days after the exam date.
The minimum CELPIP score required for Canada PR is 5 or higher in each module. Speaking of modules, here is the time taken in each one of them with a brief description:
Another English test to prove your eligibility for Canada PR is PTE Core. It was recently added to the list of accepted English Tests for Canada PR, on January 30, 2024. You can take the PTE score for all the immigration programs, except for the Student Direct Stream (SDS). The exam takes about 2 hours to complete and results are out about 2 days after the exam date.
In PTE Core, you are given scores on a scale of 0 to 90, and to qualify, you need to score at least 60 or CLB 7 in each module. Here is the time taken in each one of them with a brief description:
When applying for Express Entry Canada, 160 points are awarded for English skills and up to an extra 50 points for those who show French skills.
To prove your proficiency in French, you must take TEF (Test d'évaluation de français). It evaluates your Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking abilities and scores you based on different levels - ranging from A1 (beginner level) to C2 (proficient level). To be eligible, you need a French level that is at least an NCLC 7 - equivalent to a B2 level on the TEF test.
French language proficiency is one of the six categories selected by IRCC - targeting candidates with in-demand skills and work experience for occupations under the NOC. Under the Canada Immigration Levels Plan 2024-2026, IRCC is planning to target 26,100 French-speaking permanent residents in 2024. This number will increase to 31,500 newcomers in 2025 and 36,000 in 2026.
Under an LMIA-based visa, you are not required to take the IELTS exam for language proficiency. However, the Canadian employer is responsible for verifying the foreign worker's language skills and relevance to the job. Specific provinces in Canada may have language requirements for certain occupations or industries, even within the LMIA program.
This is for those who take the IELTS exam for Canada PR but have low IELTS scores. Many Canadian provinces offer Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) that require lower IELTS scores, ideal for skilled workers in India who wish to settle in Canada.
But a crucial requirement for Skilled Worker Overseas Stream is that you must have a family member living in Manitoba, willing to sponsor you for permanent residence. If you have work experience in one of the occupations listed in Manitoba's in-demand occupation list, you’ll be prioritized.
Atlantic employers who are unable to fill job vacancies with locals can hire eligible candidates to work in one of the four Atlantic provinces: Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island. To qualify, you must secure a job offer from an employer in one of the four provinces before applying.
Planning your Canada PR from India journey without IELTS can seem daunting, but it is possible. Seek professional guidance from one of the best immigration consultants in Delhi, and get the best solutions to make a well-informed decision.
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Read More: IELTS vs. CELPIP vs. PTE Core: Which is best for Canada PR?
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