NCLC estimator
TCF Canada NCLC calculator
Match TCF Canada listening, reading, writing, and speaking results to the current NCLC score ranges published by IRCC. Always verify before submitting an application.
NCLC level: NCLC 6
NCLC level: NCLC 5
NCLC level: NCLC 7
NCLC level: NCLC 7
Ranges follow the current TCF Canada equivalency table published by IRCC. This tool matches ranges only; it does not calculate Express Entry points or determine eligibility. Verify the official table before submitting information.
TCF Canada score to NCLC reference
| Level | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCLC 10+ | 549–699 | 549–699 | 16–20 | 16–20 |
| NCLC 9 | 523–548 | 524–548 | 14–15 | 14–15 |
| NCLC 8 | 503–522 | 499–523 | 12–13 | 12–13 |
| NCLC 7 | 458–502 | 453–498 | 10–11 | 10–11 |
| NCLC 6 | 398–457 | 406–452 | 7–9 | 7–9 |
| NCLC 5 | 369–397 | 375–405 | 6 | 6 |
| NCLC 4 | 331–368 | 342–374 | 4–5 | 4–5 |
NCLC calculator FAQ
What is NCLC?
Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens are the Canadian benchmarks used to describe French-language ability. IRCC uses NCLC for French test results.
Does TCF Canada use CLB or NCLC?
TCF Canada is a French-language test, so IRCC converts its results to NCLC. CLB is the English-language benchmark and is not the correct label for a TCF Canada result.
Which TCF Canada score should I enter?
Enter each result from your official statement: listening and reading use 0–699, while writing and speaking use 0–20.
Can this calculator confirm Express Entry eligibility?
No. It only matches published ranges. Eligibility and points depend on current program rules and the values accepted by IRCC.