telc Deutsch B1 on 11/28/2026
telc Deutsch B1 is a general German language proficiency exam at CEFR level B1. It is designed for individuals who wish to demonstrate their German skills for everyday life, work, official purposes, naturalization, job applications, or other personal and professional goals.
The exam consists of a written and an oral part. Written: Reading and language modules 90 min. without a break, listening approx. 30 min., writing 30 min. Oral: Speaking approx. 15 min., usually as a pair exam with 20 min. preparation time.
The exam is passed if both the written and oral sections are passed with at least 60% – at least 135 out of 225 points in the written part and 45 out of 75 points in the oral part. Only then will the certificate be issued. If one part is failed, a partial exam may be possible under telc conditions; credit must be clarified during registration.
After successfully passing the exam, participants receive a telc Deutsch B1 certificate. If the exam is not passed, a result sheet is issued. The exam can be repeated in its entirety; a partial retake of the written or oral section is possible under certain conditions.
Non-scaled exam at B1 level, bookable as a complete exam. A partial written or oral exam may be possible if a valid previous partial result exists and credit is permitted according to telc guidelines.
The certificate confirms German language skills at B1 level and may be relevant for everyday life, work, job applications, authorities, naturalization, or other procedures. Please check before booking whether this certificate is accepted by the relevant authority.
