German Language Examination
telc German A1 Full Module
Your first official step into certified German language proficiency.
Exam Fee
₹19,470.00
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Exam Overview
The telc Deutsch A1 exam (also known as Start Deutsch 1) certifies basic German communication skills. It tests your ability to understand simple, everyday expressions, introduce yourself, ask and answer basic personal questions, and write short messages. This certificate is globally recognized for German family reunion visas (Ehegattennachzug).
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Exam Structure
The exam comprises a Written Exam (Listening, Reading, Writing) taken in a group, followed by a brief Group Oral Exam.
| Exam Section | Parts / Tasks | Target Duration | Points | Key Content & Focus |
| Listening (Hörverstehen) | 3 Parts | Approx. 20 Min | 15 Marks | Understanding short phone messages, announcements, and simple conversations. |
| Reading & Language Elements | 3 Parts | 25 Min | 15 Marks | Extracting key info from simple notes, signs, classifieds, and notices. |
| Writing (Schreiben) | 2 Parts | 20 Min | 15 Marks | Filling out a standard personal form and writing a simple short message/email. |
| Speaking (Sprechen) | 3 Parts | Approx. 15 Min | 15 Marks | Group format (up to 4): Introducing yourself, requesting/providing info, making simple requests. |
Note: The telc A1 Exam can only be taken as a complete Exam. Partial Modules are not possible. When you fail any module, you still need to repeat the complete Exam.
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Exam FAQs
Answers to common questions about registration, exam day and your certificate.
Yes, the telc A1 certificate is officially accepted by German embassies worldwide for family reunification visas.
You need to score at least 36 out of 60 overall points (60%).
You take the oral test with up to 3 other candidates. You will introduce yourself, ask questions using visual cue cards, and respond to requests from other candidates.
No, partial retakes are generally not available at level A1; the full exam must be taken together.
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