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TCF Canada Score to NCLC Calculator
Enter the four scores shown on your TCF Canada result to see the corresponding NCLC level for each ability.
TCF Canada score chart: TCF to NCLC
Use this table to check the NCLC level for each TCF Canada ability. Listening and reading are scored out of 699; speaking and writing are scored out of 20.
| NCLC level | Listening | Reading | Speaking | Writing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
How to use your TCF Canada scores
- 1Copy each score from your official TCF Canada result.
- 2Enter the scores above or find each ability in the conversion table.
- 3Check every ability separately—your four NCLC levels may be different.
- 4Choose the practice area that needs the most improvement.
TCF Canada score and NCLC questions
Is one overall TCF Canada score converted to NCLC?
No. Listening, reading, speaking, and writing are converted separately. Immigration programs may set minimum requirements for every ability.
What happens if my score is below NCLC 4?
The official IRCC equivalency table starts at NCLC 4 for TCF Canada. The calculator reports lower scores as below NCLC 4.
Are listening and reading scored the same way?
Both use a 0–699 scale, but several NCLC boundaries are different. Always convert them as separate abilities.
Can I use this result for an immigration application?
Use the scores on your official test result and verify current requirements on Canada.ca. This tool explains the conversion but does not assess eligibility.
Turn your score into a study plan
Review the exam format, build a focused preparation plan, or start practising the ability with the lowest NCLC result.