PTE Core scores to CLB levels
PTE Core to CLB calculator
Enter your four PTE Core scores. You get the CLB level for each skill, the Express Entry points they are worth, and the scores that match on IELTS, CELPIP, TEF Canada and TCF Canada.
Your PTE Core scores
Scores from 10 to 90
10 to 90
10 to 90
10 to 90
10 to 90
Your CLB levels, equivalent scores and points
| Row | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Your PTE Core score | |||||
| CLB level | |||||
| The scores that match on other tests | |||||
| IELTS General | |||||
| CELPIP | |||||
| TEF Canada | |||||
| TCF Canada | |||||
| Express Entry points | |||||
| First language, no spouse | |||||
| First language, with spouse | |||||
| Second language | |||||
| As a spouse or partner | |||||
Enter a score above and the table fills in as you type.
What your levels qualify for
Enter all four skills to check these
- Federal Skilled Trades: CLB 5 in speaking and listening, CLB 4 in reading and writing
- Canadian Experience Class, TEER 2 or 3 jobs: CLB 5 in every skill
- Federal Skilled Worker, and Canadian Experience Class for TEER 0 or 1 jobs: CLB 7 in every skill
- Top tier of skill transferability points: CLB 9 in every skill
PTE Core to CLB score chart
The PTE Core score each skill needs for every CLB level, with the Express Entry points one skill earns at that level as a first language with no spouse.
| Level | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLB 10+ | 89+ | 88+ | 90+ | 89+ | 34 |
| CLB 9 | 82 to 88 | 78 to 87 | 88 to 89 | 84 to 88 | 31 |
| CLB 8 | 71 to 81 | 69 to 77 | 79 to 87 | 76 to 83 | 23 |
| CLB 7 | 60 to 70 | 60 to 68 | 69 to 78 | 68 to 75 | 17 |
| CLB 6 | 50 to 59 | 51 to 59 | 60 to 68 | 59 to 67 | 9 |
| CLB 5 | 39 to 49 | 42 to 50 | 51 to 59 | 51 to 58 | 6 |
| CLB 4 | 28 to 38 | 33 to 41 | 41 to 50 | 42 to 50 | 6 |
Common questions about PTE Core and CLB
What PTE Core score is CLB 9?
- CLB 9 needs 82 in listening, 78 in reading, 88 in writing and 84 in speaking. The cut-offs differ by skill, so check all four.
What PTE Core score is CLB 7?
- CLB 7 needs 60 in listening, 60 in reading, 69 in writing and 68 in speaking.
Does IRCC accept PTE Academic?
- Not for Express Entry. Only PTE Core is accepted, and only the four skill scores are used. The overall score is not converted.
Is this an official IRCC calculator?
- No. This is an independent tool and is not affiliated with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. The conversions follow the language test equivalency charts and the Comprehensive Ranking System criteria that IRCC publishes, last checked on September 30, 2026. Confirm your result against the IRCC pages before you submit a profile.
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Where the numbers come from
The score ranges come from the language test equivalency charts and the points from the Comprehensive Ranking System criteria published by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. Both were last checked on September 30, 2026. This site is independent and is not affiliated with IRCC or with any test provider.