TEF Canada Exam Format
Four sections, all accepted by IRCC for Express Entry, the Canadian Experience Class, and most Provincial Nominee Programs.
| Section | Format | Time |
|---|---|---|
| ReadingCompréhension écrite | 40 multiple-choice questions | 60 minutes |
| ListeningCompréhension orale | 40 multiple-choice questions, audio plays once | ~40 minutes |
| WritingExpression écrite | 2 tasks — Section A: continue a news story; Section B: argumentative text | 60 minutes |
| SpeakingExpression orale | 2 tasks with a live examiner | ~15 minutes |
Format shown reflects the current TEF Canada exam. Always confirm the latest details on your official exam registration portal before test day.
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TEF Canada's writing section has two parts: Section A asks you to continue a news story using the facts you're given, and Section B is an argumentative text where you take a position and defend it.
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The real exam is face-to-face with a live examiner across two structured tasks. Practice prompts on DeepLingo are modeled on that same two-task format so the real thing feels familiar.
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