Learning German: Examinations

Do you need certification or a diploma for work, study or a visa? Would you like to know the level of your knowledge of German?
There are numerous internationally recognized proficiency exams available through our institute.

The overview of Goethe-Institut examination and course levels can tell you which exam is designed for which level.

Detailed information on Goethe-Institut examinations and sample tests can be found on our central site:
Detailed examination descriptions

Examinations usually take place at the end of a term.
Expected dates:
3. term 2011: 03.12.2011

1. term: 21.04.2012
2. term: 11.08.2012
3. term: 08.12.2012

Registration one month prior to the examination.

Examination dates for TestDaF for 2011:
12.04., 08.06., 19.07., 10.09., 22.11.

Examination dates for the PWD, KDS and GDS are in May and November. Registration for the latter examinations are in March and September.

    Disability neutral exam training material

    Online practice exam for those interested in a German exam at the advanced level (Goethe-Zertifikat C1) – fully accessible and therefore especially suited for people with disabilities.

    Examinations offered by the Goethe-Institut

    Detailed examination descriptions

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