telc Deutsch C1 Exam in Berlin - telc C1 Exam Dates

The telc German C1 exam is an internationally recognized language examination at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This certified German language exam confirms advanced German language skills. It is recognized by numerous universities, employers and official institutions worldwide as proof of German language proficiency for study and professional purposes.

At Sprachenatelier Berlin – your licensed telc examination centre and telc Competence Centre for Higher Education in Berlin – you can take the telc German C1 exam regularly.

Key Facts about the telc German C1 Exam

Criterion	Details
Examination centre	Sprachenatelier Berlin, Frankfurter Allee 40, 10247 Berlin-Friedrichshain
Examination fee	€210 for external participants · €190 for Sprachenatelier course participants · Group examinations available on request
Suitable for	Naturalization, work, university studies, vocational training, visa applications and permanent residence
Passing requirement	At least 60% of the total score
Examination results	Usually after approximately 4–6 weeks by email
Certificate	Free collection at Sprachenatelier Berlin or postal delivery for an additional fee
Examination dates	Regular examination dates throughout the year
Registration	Online via the registration form or directly at Sprachenatelier Berlin
Preparation	Preparation courses, official model tests and practice materials
Recognition	Internationally recognized telc German C1 certificate based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)

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You can register for the telc German C1 exam online, by email or directly at Sprachenatelier Berlin.

 telc German C1 Exam Schedule

Exam section	Content	Duration
📝 Written examination	Reading comprehension and Language Elements	90 minutes
🎧 Written examination	Listening comprehension	40 minutes
✍️ Written examination	Written expression	70 minutes
🗣️ Oral examination	Speaking	16 / 24 minutes

⏱️ Total duration of the telc C1 exam: approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes.

💡 Tip: Sprachenatelier Berlin offers telc examination preparation courses to help you prepare effectively for the exam.

What should I know on the day of the telc German C1 exam?

Information	Details
⏰ Punctuality	Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the examination starts. Late participants may not be admitted to the examination.
✏️ Permitted materials	HB pencil, eraser, pencil sharpener and a transparent water bottle.
🚫 Not permitted	Mobile phones, smartwatches and other electronic devices. Jackets, bags and personal belongings must be handed in before the examination begins.
☕ Breaks	No breaks are scheduled during the written examination. Please plan accordingly.

By taking part in the examination, you accept the applicable telc examination regulations and privacy policy.

📥 Downloads & Exam Preparation

How can I prepare for the telc German C1 exam?

Prepare effectively for the telc German C1 exam. Here you can find the official telc German C1 model test as a PDF as well as the corresponding audio files (MP3) for free download.

Using the original examination materials allows you to familiarize yourself with the structure of the exam, the different task formats and the examination procedure.

• 📥 Official telc C1 model test & practice materials (PDF)
• 🎵 Official telc C1 model test audio file (MP3)

💡 Tip from our examiners: Complete the model test twice under real examination conditions. This will help you develop effective time management for the exam.

You can also register online for the telc German C1 exam at Sprachenatelier Berlin and view the current examination dates.

Your advantages at Sprachenatelier Berlin

Your advantage	Details
Official telc examination centre	Take your telc German C1 exam at a licensed examination centre in Berlin and receive an internationally recognized certificate.
Regular examination dates	Choose from regular telc C1 examination dates and register flexibly for your preferred date.
Targeted C1 preparation courses	Prepare specifically for all parts of the exam with our experienced teachers: reading comprehension, language elements, listening comprehension, written expression and speaking.
Personal support	We support you throughout the entire process – from registration and organizational questions to the examination day.

At Sprachenatelier Berlin, you benefit from many years of experience as an official telc examination centre. Our regular examination dates, qualified preparation courses and personal support provide excellent conditions for successfully completing the telc German C1 exam in Berlin.

Frequently Asked Questions about the telc German C1 Exam in Berlin

The telc German C1 exam is a standardized German language examination at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). It assesses German language skills in reading, language elements, listening, writing and speaking. The telc German C1 certificate serves as proof of advanced German language skills for university studies, professional purposes and various other requirements.

You can take the telc German C1 exam at Sprachenatelier Berlin, Frankfurter Allee 40, 10247 Berlin-Friedrichshain. Sprachenatelier Berlin is a licensed telc examination centre and regularly offers telc German C1 examination dates.

The current examination fee at Sprachenatelier Berlin is €210 for external participants and €190 for participants of Sprachenatelier courses. Individual conditions for group examinations can be arranged on request.

You can register online via the Sprachenatelier Berlin registration form for an available telc German C1 examination date. Alternatively, you can register directly at Sprachenatelier Berlin. Please check the available examination dates and registration deadlines before registering.

You do not generally need to have completed a specific German language course in order to take the telc German C1 exam. However, you should have German language skills at C1 level and be familiar with the examination format. Targeted exam preparation can be particularly useful because the examination includes several different types of tasks.

The telc German C1 exam consists of a written examination and an oral examination. The written examination includes: Reading and Language Elements: 90 minutes. Listening: approximately 40 minutes. Writing: 70 minutes. Break: 20 minutes. The oral examination takes approximately 16 minutes. A preparation period of usually 20 minutes is provided before the oral examination.

The written examination, including the 20-minute break, takes approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes. The oral examination takes approximately 16 minutes. In addition, there is usually a 20-minute preparation period before the oral examination.

To pass the telc German C1 exam, you must achieve at least 128 out of 214 points. In addition, you must achieve at least 60% of the available points in both the written and oral examination sections. For the written section, this corresponds to at least 99 points, and for the oral section to at least 29 points.

Yes. The telc German C1 exam can generally be retaken as often as necessary. If only the written or only the oral examination section was not passed, special regulations apply to retaking the respective section. According to the official telc regulations, a failed examination section can be retaken until the end of the calendar year following the examination, subject to the applicable rules.

Yes. The telc German C1 exam can also be taken as a partial examination. If you have only failed one examination section, you may be able to retake that section under the applicable telc regulations. Please check the exact deadlines with the examination centre or in the current telc examination regulations.

A telc certificate does not state an expiration date. However, this does not mean that every authority, university or other institution must accept a certificate regardless of how old it is. Whether an older telc German C1 certificate is accepted depends on the institution to which you submit your language certificate.

The telc German C1 certificate is proof of German language skills at C1 level. Whether it is sufficient for admission to a particular degree programme depends on the university and its admission requirements. There is also a specific examination for university admission: telc German C1 Hochschule. Students should therefore check with their university before registering which certificate is required.

No. telc German C1 is a general German language examination. telc German C1 Hochschule was specifically developed for university admission and assesses language skills required for academic studies and academic professional contexts. Which examination you need depends on your purpose and the requirements of the university or institution.

telc German C1 is a general German language examination. telc German C1 Beruf, on the other hand, focuses on professional communication and situations encountered in the workplace. If you mainly need the certificate for professional purposes, you should check which examination is required or accepted for your specific purpose.

Yes. telc provides an official practice test for telc German C1, including examination tasks and further information about the examination format. Corresponding audio files are also available for preparation. The model test helps you become familiar with the examination procedure, task formats and time limits.

The best approach is to combine general C1 German language training with targeted examination preparation. In particular, practise: Reading, Language Elements, Listening, Writing, Speaking. You should also complete official model tests under realistic examination conditions. Sprachenatelier Berlin also offers specialized telc German C1 preparation courses.

The processing time can vary depending on the examination and examination centre. Sprachenatelier Berlin informs participants about their examination results and the issue of certificates. According to general telc information, evaluation may take several weeks depending on the number of examinations and the processing workload.

Yes. The written and oral examination do not necessarily have to take place on the same day. The exact schedule and organization are determined by the examination centre. According to the general telc regulations, if the examination sections take place on different days, no more than seven days may normally pass between them.

The current telc examination regulations and the requirements of the examination centre apply. Personal electronic devices such as mobile phones and smartwatches may not be used during the examination. You should check the current information provided by the examination centre before the examination to confirm which writing materials and other items are permitted.

If you do not pass the examination, you will receive a result sheet showing your examination results. The examination can be retaken. Under certain conditions, it is also possible to retake only one examination section.

Whether you can reschedule, cancel or postpone your examination, and whether a fee applies, depends on the registration conditions of the examination centre and the time of cancellation. We therefore recommend contacting Sprachenatelier Berlin as early as possible to find out about the applicable deadlines and conditions.

The telc German C1 exam is suitable for people who want to demonstrate advanced German language skills at C1 level, for example for: professional purposes, university studies, vocational purposes and institutional requirements. It is always important to check whether the specific university, authority, employer or other institution accepts this particular certificate.

You can find the current telc German C1 examination dates in Berlin on the Sprachenatelier Berlin website. There you can also find information about registration, examination fees and preparation. telc C1 exam: free model test and practice test download / telc German C1 listening text: free download