Language Test Comparison
This table shows different standardised language tests, including TOEFL, Cambridge English Exams, IELTS, TOEIC, PTE, BEC, and which results (or exam types) and levels correspond; it is meant as a guideline for test takers.1
(adapted from GER, Exam English)
Language Test / CEFR Level |
A1 |
A2 |
B1 |
B2 |
C1 |
C2 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TOEFL (Test of English as Foreign Language) |
9-29 |
30-42 |
43-71 |
72-94 |
95-120 |
|
Cambridge English Exams (you will have to take different exams for different levels) |
|
KET |
PET |
FCE |
CAE |
CPE |
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) |
|
4.0-5.0 |
5.0-6.5 |
7.0-8.0 |
8.0-9.0 |
|
TOEIC Listening / Reading (Test Of English for International Communication) |
60-105/ 60-110 |
110-270/ 115-270 |
275-395/ 275-380 |
400-450/ 385-485 |
490-495/ 455-495 |
|
PTE (Pearson Test of English) |
|
30-42 Level 1 |
43-58 Level 2 |
59-75 Level 3 |
76-84 Level 4 |
85+ Level 5 |
BEC (Business English Certificates) (you will have to take different exams for different levels) |
|
|
Business Preliminary |
Business Vantage |
Business Higher |
1The information provided may be subject to change; therefore, correctness may not be guaranteed.