Frequently asked questions

What is a Cambridge Authorized Exam Center?

A Cambridge Authorized Exam Center is a authorized by Cambridge University Press and Assessment to deliver the range of Cambridge English products for students, teachers and professionals. As an Cambridge Authorized Exam Center for Nepal CIIN can deliver the full range of Cambridge English products. It is the only one that can deliver the full range of products along with Cambridge Upskills and teacher training products. Please contact us for further details

CIIN International Qualifications is a duly registered company in Nepal authorized to deliver the full range English Language products. CIIN not only conducts tests but also conducts preparation classes for students and professionals. It is also the only authorized centre in Nepal for Cambridge Upskill, British Council English Score tests along with the full range of Cambridge English products for schools, students, teachers and individual. Along with the tests preparation classes are also available. Furthermore we can also work to make specific training and assessment products meeting individual client’s needs. Please contact us for further details

The Cambridge English Products are English language learning tools for students and teachers intended to build English as a skill rather than a subject. The products are for Schools as well as individuals. These products are normally delivered in the schools and are taught by the teachers of the schools themselves. It comes in a complete package of student books, teacher books and teacher trainings. The products are intended to be add-on to the already implemented national curriculum.

All Cambridge English language products graded on the internationally recognized Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages. This a grading level to asses language skills (including English) as a skill and not as an academic grade. With the international reputation of the Cambridge the Cambridge English Products are internationally recognized.

CEFR ranges between A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2 levels. The CEFR level needed by a candidate depends on the university he/she is applying for further studies, employer requirements, visa requirements and other numerous reasons. The point to note here is that any CEFR level can be attained by a number of tests. So the requiring board/institution also specifies not only the CEFR level but also the nature of the test which the candidate has to confirm prior to sitting for a test. Please contact us for further clarifications regarding CEFR and its relevance

Yes, there are specific test dates for specific tests. Please contact CIIN for further details.

Depending on the nature of the test it can be delivered paper based or computer based. Certain tests may only be available computer based. Please contact CIIN with your personal requirements. If you are a school with a number of students for a particular test then the delivery may be at the school premises itself

The tests are designed to test the proficiency of English Language. It tests listening, reading, writing and speaking. Please note that in certain tests the speaking is conducted face to face with 1 or 2 examiner. The speaking test may not be on the same date as the Listening, Reading and Writing test.

The price for tests depend on the type of test and whether you are planning to take computer based or paper based of the test. For now please contact CIIN for pricing details. If you are a school or institution and inquiring for a group of candidates then we would like to hear your requirements to arrive at a pricing agreement

The test results will be available anywhere between 1 week to 3 weeks from taking the test. This timeline depends upon the test you have taken and whether it was computer based or paper based.