TOEIC Certificate Level Reference

Score ranges, ability summaries, and comparison with CEFR · TOEFL · IELTS · GEPT for each level

Level: Orange Certificate

10–215 points

Ability Overview
Learners can master basic vocabulary and simple expressions used in everyday life.
CEFR
A1-A2
TOEFL
Under 42
IELTS
Under 3
GEPT
Elementary

Level: Brown Certificate

220–465 points

Ability Overview
Can understand and use everyday expressions, and engage in basic social interaction.
CEFR
A2
TOEFL
Under 42
IELTS
3-3.5
GEPT
Elementary

Level: Green Certificate

470–725 points

Ability Overview
Can understand and use complex texts, and engage in more demanding social and professional interactions.
CEFR
B1
TOEFL
42-53
IELTS
4
GEPT
Intermediate

Level: Blue Certificate

730–855 points

Ability Overview
Can understand and use complex texts and speech with a high degree of fluency and accuracy, and take part in complex social and professional interactions.
CEFR
B1-B2
TOEFL
53-60
IELTS
4.5-5
GEPT
Intermediate – Upper Intermediate

Level: Gold Certificate

860–990 points

Ability Overview
Learners have a near-native level of proficiency, able to effortlessly and accurately understand and use the language across a wide range of complex environments and situations.
CEFR
B2
TOEFL
60-72
IELTS
5-5.5
GEPT
Upper Intermediate