Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 30 October 2026
Grade boundaries
The same boundaries appear on all six level pages, from A1 Preliminary to C2 Mastery, read on 30 October 2026.
| Grade | Written (out of 150) | Spoken (out of 50) |
|---|---|---|
| High Pass | 101 to 150 | 38 to 50 |
| Pass | 75 to 100 | 25 to 37 |
| Fail | 0 to 74 | 0 to 24 |
When results arrive
LanguageCert issues a Statement of Results and e-certificate by email or through the test centre. ESOL gives two separate Statements of Results, one for Written and one for Spoken, each with the level, overall achievement and per-skill results (LanguageCert results).
| Exam | Online, remote live invigilation | Computer-based | Paper-based or face to face |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written | 3 business days | 5 business days | 10 business days |
| Spoken | 3 business days | Not applicable | 10 business days |
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Before you book
Timings are from the C1 Expert page; digital badges follow in 10 business days. If you take the online exam with remote invigilation, you can add Take2, a re-sit option, up to 15 minutes before the start. See LanguageCert ESOL levels to pick the right exam. Rules and fees change. Check the test owner's own page for your country before you book or pay. This guide is general information, not official advice from the test owner.
Frequently asked questions
What is the pass mark for LanguageCert B2 Communicator?+
75/150 in the Written exam and 25/50 in the Spoken exam.
Is the pass mark the same at every level?+
Yes. Every level from A1 to C2 lists 50% for both exams.
What is a High Pass in LanguageCert ESOL?+
101 to 150 in the Written exam or 38 to 50 in the Spoken exam.
Do I get one result for both exams?+
No. ESOL gives separate Statements of Results for Written and Spoken.
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