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PTE Core to CLB calculator
Find the Canadian Language Benchmark for each skill and the score gap to your target. Use PTE Core results, not PTE Academic or an overall average.
Source checked 18 September 2026: IRCC’s language test tables. BandLadder is an independent preparation platform.
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PTE Core to CLB conversion table
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| CLB | Listening | Reading | Speaking | Writing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 28–38 | 33–41 | 42–50 | 41–50 |
| 5 | 39–49 | 42–50 | 51–58 | 51–59 |
| 6 | 50–59 | 51–59 | 59–67 | 60–68 |
| 7 | 60–70 | 60–68 | 68–75 | 69–78 |
| 8 | 71–81 | 69–77 | 76–83 | 79–87 |
| 9 | 82–88 | 78–87 | 84–88 | 88–89 |
| 10+ | 89–90 | 88–90 | 89–90 | 90 |
A score below a skill’s CLB 4 threshold is shown as “Below CLB 4”; this tool does not assign a more precise lower level. The CLB 10 row is capped at the maximum of 90 on Pearson’s PTE Core score scale and is labelled CLB 10 or above.
Why one point can change your practice priority
Example: listening 82, reading 78, speaking 84 and writing 87 gives CLB 9 in the first three skills and CLB 8 in writing. Writing needs 88 to reach CLB 9. Averaging those four numbers would hide that one-point gap.
Review the weaker skill’s recent attempts before choosing an exercise. For writing, check whether you answered every requested point, used the right tone and revised unclear sentences. Repeat a new task after applying the feedback; a conversion alone does not measure improvement.
What scores do I need for CLB 7, 9 or 10?
- CLB 7: listening 60, reading 60, speaking 68, writing 69.
- CLB 9: listening 82, reading 78, speaking 84, writing 88.
- CLB 10 or above: listening 89, reading 88, speaking 89, writing 90.
Does reaching my target mean I qualify for immigration?
No. This calculator converts skill scores and compares them with the target you choose. Program requirements and other eligibility conditions must be checked separately on the official IRCC page. A practice score is not an official test result.
Can I use a PTE Academic score?
This table applies to PTE Core. If you are comparing PTE Academic with IELTS Academic, use the separate PTE Academic to IELTS converter.