If you are searching for where to actually sit the TCF Canada exam in India, here is the short answer: only Alliance Française branches are authorized to administer it, and unlike TEF Canada or DELF/DALF, TCF Canada is currently offered in just four Indian cities — New Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata and Bhopal. Two run it computer-based, two run it pen-and-paper. This page lists all four centres, their contact details, exam format, and exactly how to book.
Important: exam centres, session frequency and fees change fairly often, and not every Alliance Française branch runs TCF Canada every year. Treat this page as a starting point, not a substitute for checking directly with the centre before you travel or pay.
Which cities offer TCF Canada in India right now
As of 2026, TCF Canada sessions are confirmed running at:
| City | Centre | TCF Canada confirmed? | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | Alliance Française de Delhi | Yes | Computer-based |
| Bengaluru | Alliance Française de Bangalore | Yes | Paper-based |
| Kolkata | Alliance Française du Bengale | Yes (accredited centre since 2019) | Computer-based |
| Bhopal | Alliance Française de Bhopal | Yes | Paper-based |
This is a notably shorter list than TEF Canada, which currently runs more widely (Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Lucknow, among others). If you are not tied to TCF specifically, it is worth deciding between the two tests partly on which one is easier to reach from where you live.
TCF Canada centre details
New Delhi — Alliance Française de Delhi
- Address: 72 KK Birla Lane, Lodhi Estate, New Delhi – 110003
- What they offer: TCF Canada only (not TEF Canada or TCF Québec) at this branch
- Format: computer-based
- Booking: online registration only, first-come first-served, seat confirmed after payment
- Good to know: a minimum of 20 days is required between two TCF sittings if you need to retake
Bengaluru — Alliance Française de Bangalore
- Address: Thimmaiah Rd, Kaverappa Layout, Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560001
- Phone: +91 78995 62404 / +91 73380 26885
- Opening hours: Monday–Saturday, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm (lunch break 1:30–2:30 pm)
- Format: paper-based, unlike Delhi and Kolkata which run computer-based
- Good to know: Bengaluru is one of the busiest TCF Canada centres in South India — book early
Kolkata — Alliance Française du Bengale
- Address: 57A Park Street, Park Mansions, Gate 3, Kolkata – 700016 (opposite Flurys)
- Phone: +91 33 4801 2422 / +91 86977 36768
- Email: course.kolkata@afindia.org
- Good to know: accredited to hold TCF sessions since April 2019; all tests here are computer-based (SO — sur ordinateur)
Bhopal — Alliance Française de Bhopal
- Format: paper-based, unlike Delhi and Kolkata which run computer-based
- Good to know: an active, confirmed TCF Canada centre — if you are more comfortable with a traditional pen-and-paper exam over a computer-based format, Bhopal (along with Bengaluru) is where to look
What you need to register
- A valid passport is compulsory for registration as of January 2026 — Aadhaar, PAN and other ID types are no longer accepted for TCF booking in India
- A clear passport scan or photo, ready before slots open (popular dates can sell out within minutes)
- Payment by card at the time of booking — fees are non-refundable in almost all cases
TCF Canada fees in India
Expect to pay roughly ₹25,000–₹30,000, though the exact amount depends on the centre and can change without much notice. Always confirm the current fee directly on your chosen centre’s registration page before paying — third-party blogs, this one included, can lag behind a centre’s actual pricing.
How to book your TCF Canada exam in India — step by step
- Decide which of the confirmed cities is realistic for you to travel to.
- Go to that Alliance Française branch’s official TCF Canada page directly, not a third-party aggregator.
- Check the next open session — Delhi publishes a full-year calendar; other centres open bookings roughly two to three months ahead.
- Have your passport scan and photo ready before the booking window opens.
- Register and pay online to confirm your seat — seats are first-come, first-served.
- Save your convocation email; you will need the printout plus your passport on exam day. Phones and smartwatches are not allowed in the exam room.
If there is no TCF Canada centre near you
- Take TEF Canada instead, which runs in more Indian cities (Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Lucknow) — both tests are accepted equally by IRCC and map to the same CLB scale
- Travel to the nearest confirmed TCF city and treat it as a short trip — many candidates from tier-2 and tier-3 cities already do this
- Call the Alliance Française India network directly to ask whether a session is being planned in your region before assuming there is none
FAQs
Which cities in India offer the TCF Canada exam?
Currently confirmed: New Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata and Bhopal, all through Alliance Française branches.
Can I take TCF Canada anywhere other than Alliance Française in India?
No. Only Alliance Française branches are authorized by France Éducation International to administer TCF Canada in India.
How much does TCF Canada cost in India?
Roughly ₹25,000–₹30,000, though this varies by centre and changes over time — confirm the current fee on your centre’s own registration page.
Do I need a passport to register for TCF Canada in India?
Yes. Since January 2026 a valid passport is compulsory for every TCF registration in India — no other ID is accepted.
How far in advance should I book my TCF Canada exam in India?
As early as possible. Popular sessions in Delhi, Bengaluru and Kolkata can sell out within days, or in some cases minutes, of opening.
Is TCF Canada available in Mumbai, Chennai or Hyderabad?
Not currently for TCF Canada specifically — those cities run TEF Canada instead. If you are not committed to TCF, TEF Canada may be the more accessible option depending on your city.
How long between two TCF Canada attempts in India?
Alliance Française de Delhi requires a minimum 20-day gap between two sittings if you need to retake.
Is the TCF Canada exam computer-based or paper-based in India?
It varies by centre. New Delhi and Kolkata run TCF Canada computer-based (SO — sur ordinateur), while Bengaluru and Bhopal run it pen-and-paper. If you are more comfortable with one format over the other, that is worth factoring into which centre you choose — and worth practising in the same format you will actually sit the exam in.
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