Are TOEIC Link and TOEIC L&R scores compatible?

ETS designs both tests against the same CEFR rubric, so Listening/Reading scores correspond in practice. However TOEIC Link uses a 4-module adaptive delivery and a 0-25 CEFR-aligned scale instead of TOEIC L&R's 10-990. The lookup table in this article maps between them.

Does TOEIC Link Speaking/Writing match TOEIC S&W?

TOEIC S&W uses a 0-200 continuous scale, while TOEIC Link uses 0-25 mapped to CEFR. The grading rubric (pronunciation, fluency, vocabulary, grammar, structure) is shared, but direct one-to-one conversion is not possible because the score scales differ.

How should I list TOEIC Link scores on a resume?

List each module with its CEFR mapping, e.g., "TOEIC Link Listening 19 / Reading 18 / Speaking 17 / Writing 16 (CEFR B2)". For Japanese hiring managers, adding a TOEIC L&R estimate (e.g., "TOEIC L&R equivalent ~800") helps recognition.

How long does it take to reach a target score?

Cambridge English cites ~200-400 hours to move up one CEFR level. TOEIC Link's adaptive L/R lets you measure efficiently, so 30-60 min daily on EnglishBlitz for 3-6 months is a realistic plan for B1 → B2.

TOEIC LinkPublished April 22, 2026

TOEIC Link Score Conversion — Lookup Tables for TOEIC L&R and CEFR

TOEIC Link uses a 0-25 CEFR-aligned scale. For learners used to TOEIC L&R (10-990) and employers who evaluate by CEFR, this guide provides lookup tables converting between all three scales plus goal-setting tips.

Score Conversion Table

TOEIC Link (0-25) × CEFR × TOEIC L&R (10-990)

TOEIC Link	CEFR	TOEIC L&R eq.	Indication
22-25	C1	900-990 (L/R total equivalent)	Advanced level — handles English with near-native precision in global offices
18-21	B2	785-899	Business-ready — emails, meetings, presentations. Typical threshold for global employers
14-17	B1	550-784	Functional — handles routine tasks in English. Typical target for Japanese firms with overseas work
10-13	A2	330-549	Elementary — everyday conversations and reading. Often cited as a minimum for job hunting
0-9	A1	0-329	Beginner — needs foundational vocabulary and grammar before advanced prep

* Compiled by EnglishBlitz from ETS official CEFR mappings and the IIBC-published TOEIC L&R CEFR alignment (2019). TOEIC Link uses adaptive delivery, so conversions are approximate.

Designing Your Target Score — 3 Scenarios

University student targeting English edge in job hunting

Recommended target: Listening 15 / Reading 14 (B1)

Covers the TOEIC L&R 600 threshold most top employers use as a cutoff

Business professional pursuing global employer roles

Recommended target: 18+ on all four modules (B2)

Matches the TOEIC L&R 800 minimum used by global employers and ensures balanced 4-skill profile

Candidate for overseas assignments or cross-border projects

Recommended target: Speaking & Writing 22+ (C1)

Cross-border roles weight productive skills heavily — C1 expressiveness drives outcomes

Shortest path to your target score

① From your current TOEIC L&R score (or Eiken / CEFR), look up your TOEIC Link equivalent
② Set module-level targets — raising your weakest module by 2 steps is the default strategy
③ Drill 30-60 min/day on EnglishBlitz, emphasizing your weakest module
④ Review progress every 2 weeks with official samples. For Speaking/Writing, use AI grading to track CEFR level

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Frequently Asked Questions

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