The Test d'évaluation de français (TEF) is a test of fluency in French for non-native speakers. It is awarded by the CCIP. It is often required to be admitted into universities and is recognized by the Federal government of Canada as a proof of fluency in immigration procedures.
The test is made up of three mandatory and two optional sections. The reading, listening, grammar and vocabulary sections are mandatory and must be taken together, while the writing and speaking sections are optional and can be taken separately.
NB. The Federal Government of Canada requires both mandatory and optional section for immigration purposes. The Federal Government of Canada requires that applicants use the score listed in the "ancien equivalent" column.[1] The scores below represent the "ancien equivalent." New scores are out of /699.
| Section | Time allotted | No of questions | No of points allotted | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading comprehension | 60 min | 50 questions | 300 points | Mandatory. Multiple choice questions. | |
| Listening comprehension | 40 min | 60 questions | 360 points | Mandatory. Multiple choice questions. | |
| Grammar | 30 min | 40 questions | 240 points | Mandatory. Multiple choice questions. | |
| Written expression | 60 min | 2 topics | 450 points | Optional. | |
| Oral expression | 35 min | 2 topics | 450 points | Optional. |
The TEF Exam is designed to evaluate the French language skills of non-native speakers across four major components: listening, reading, speaking, and writing.
The candidate has to answer questions from all parts of the test which range from Level A1 to C2. Therefore, he is assessed on the basis of mixed questions ranging from beginner to advanced level of difficulty.
This holistic approach ensures a thorough assessment of an individual's language proficiency in various contexts, mirroring real-life situations.
1. Speaking: 2 subjects in 15 minutes
2. Listening: 40 questions in 40 subjects
3. Writing: 2 topics in 60 minutes
4. Reading: 40 questions in 60 minutes
5. Vocabulary & syntax: 40 questions in 40 minutes