telc German B2 on 24 October 2026
telc German B2 is a general German language examination at CEFR Level B2. It is aimed at people who wish to demonstrate advanced German language skills for work, training, study, recognition, job applications or other personal and professional purposes.
The examination consists of a written and an oral part. Written: Reading and language components 90 mins without a break, listening approx. 20 mins, writing 30 mins. Oral: Speaking approx. 15 mins, usually as a pair examination with 20 mins’ preparation time.
The examination is passed if both the written and oral components are passed with a mark of at least 60 per cent – at least 135 out of 225 marks in the written component and 45 out of 75 marks in the oral component. Only then will the certificate be issued. If a part of the examination is failed, a partial re-sit may be possible under telc conditions; eligibility must be checked before booking.
Upon successful completion of the examination, participants will receive a telc German B2 certificate. If the examination is not passed, a results sheet will be issued. The examination may be retaken in its entirety; a partial retake (written or oral) is possible under certain conditions.
Non-scaled examination at Level B2, bookable as a complete examination. A written or oral partial examination may be possible if a valid previous partial result is available and crediting is permitted in accordance with telc guidelines.
This certificate confirms German language proficiency at B2 level and may be relevant for work, vocational training, higher education, recognition procedures, employers or job applications. Please check before booking whether this certificate is accepted by the relevant authority.
