In Chennai you book TEF Canada with Alliance Française of Madras, which announces a registration opening time for each session; seats then go within minutes. The full test costs about ₹26,000 including GST in 2026. Nearby alternatives are AF Pondichéry (TEF, seats appear without notice) and AF Trivandrum (TEF, email waiting list); for TCF Canada the nearest centre is Bengaluru.
Key takeaways
- AF Madras runs TEF Canada, with registration opening at an announced time.
- Big sessions can fill within minutes of opening.
- About ₹26,000 incl. GST, usually non-refundable.
- Backups: Puducherry (unannounced releases) and Trivandrum (waiting list).
- For TCF Canada, the nearest centre is Bengaluru.
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In Chennai, TEF Canada is run by Alliance Française of Madras. It works on a registration window: the centre announces when registration opens, and the first people through get the seats. Expect about ₹26,000 including GST for all four modules.
- TEF
- Exam run by AF Madras
- Window
- Registration opens at an announced time
- ~₹26,000
- Full test incl. GST (2026)
How does AF Madras release TEF seats?
#AF Madras publishes the date and time registration opens for a session. Everything happens at that moment, so the work is in being ready beforehand. Read the announcement carefully: note the date, the time in IST and whether registration is online or at the centre.
Your Chennai registration timeline
- When announcedNote the openingWrite down the exact date and IST time, and set two alarms.
- 1 week beforeAccount and passportCreate or test your account. Your name must match your passport exactly.
- Day beforePaymentCheck your card or UPI limit covers the fee.
- 10 min beforeLog inOne device, one tab. Don’t refresh repeatedly.
- Opening timeBook and payFinish payment without stopping. The seat is yours only once paid.
How much does TEF Canada cost in Chennai?
#About ₹26,000 including GST for all four modules in 2026. The centre sets the fee, and it is usually non-refundable once you register. Confirm on the centre’s site. Other cities: TEF and TCF Canada fees.
What are the alternatives near Chennai?
#| Centre | Exam | Release method | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| AF Pondichéry | TEF Canada | Unannounced releases | About 3 hours from Chennai; seats appear without notice |
| AF Trivandrum | TEF Canada | Email waiting list | Join the list early |
| AF Bangalore | TCF Canada only | Online kiosk | The nearest TCF Canada centre |
| AF Hyderabad | TEF Canada | Fixed small sittings | Booking deadline per slot |
Because Puducherry releases seats without warning, it rewards people who are watching. All Indian TEF dates are on TEF Canada dates in India.
- Myth
Chennai runs both TEF and TCF Canada.
FactOur directory lists TEF Canada for AF Madras. The nearest TCF Canada centre is Bengaluru.
- Myth
If I miss the opening, the session is gone for good.
FactUnpaid and cancelled places come back. Keep watching after the window closes.
- Myth
Smaller centres like Puducherry never have TEF seats.
FactPuducherry releases TEF sessions without announcement. Few people are watching when they appear.
Check yourself
1 of 3.How does AF Madras release TEF Canada seats?
2 of 3.Where is the nearest TCF Canada centre for Chennai?
3 of 3.Which nearby centre releases TEF seats without notice?
Questions people ask
Yes. Alliance Française of Madras runs TEF Canada. Registration opens at a time the centre announces.
About ₹26,000 including GST for all four modules in 2026. Confirm on the centre’s site before paying; it is usually non-refundable.
Our directory lists TEF Canada only for AF Madras. The nearest TCF Canada centre is AF Bangalore.
Yes. AF Pondichéry runs TEF Canada and tends to release sessions without notice, so it is a useful backup for Chennai candidates.
Terms in this guide
Each one is defined in plain English in the TEF & TCF Canada glossary.
Sources
Rules and fees change. Always confirm with IRCC and your test centre before you pay.
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