Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE) (C2 Proficiency) Exam Blueprint

C2 Proficiency

230 minDuration

Grade A, B or C: Cambridge English Scale scores of 200-230 (200–230)Passing Score

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Credential type: language proficiency test · verified on the issuer's site September 19, 2026 issuer page

1 Reading and Use of English 40%

2 Writing 20%

3 Listening 20%

4 Speaking 20%

FormatPaper-based or computer-based; Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking components

PrerequisitesStudy or work in a very senior professional or academic environment, for example on a postgraduate or PhD programme

LanguagesEnglish

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