telc Deutsch B1 Exam in Berlin - telc B1 Exam Dates

The telc Deutsch B1 exam (also known as Zertifikat Deutsch / telc Deutsch B1) is the right choice for you if you already have basic knowledge of German and want to prove your language skills at intermediate level (B1). The exam tests general language proficiency and is open to all candidates.

The Sprachenatelier Berlin is an official telc examination center. You can find all current telc B1 exam dates in Berlin directly on our website. Please make sure to observe the registration deadlines.

Are you looking for the best way to prepare for the telc B1 exam?
Our German exam preparation courses in Berlin are designed to help you succeed efficiently and confidently.

^{What Can You Do at B1 Level?}

At B1 level, you learn to communicate in everyday situations, while traveling, and in your areas of interest in a simple and coherent way. You can report experiences, describe goals, and justify opinions. The most important grammatical structures will generally be used correctly.

For naturalization in Germany, the Zertifikat Deutsch / telc Deutsch B1 is a recognized proof of sufficient language skills.

By the way: Specifically for students, there is the Zertifikat Deutsch for teenagers / telc Deutsch B1 Schule. For professional purposes, telc Deutsch B1+ Beruf is suitable.

^{How Is the telc Deutsch B1 Exam Structured?}

The exam consists of a written and an oral part. The written exam lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes. Before the oral exam, you have 20 minutes of preparation time. The oral exam can take place on the same day as the written exam or on another day.

^{Schedule of the telc Deutsch B1 Exam}

• Written Exam:

  • Reading comprehension & language elements: 90 minutes

  • Listening comprehension: 30 minutes

  • Written expression: 30 minutes

• Oral Exam:

  • Speaking: 15 minutes

Here you can find all current exam dates at Sprachenatelier Berlin.

The Zertifikat Deutsch was jointly developed by the Swiss Conference of Cantonal Ministers of Education, the Goethe-Institut e.V., the Austrian Language Diploma, and telc GmbH.

^{What Is Expected of You in the telc Deutsch B1 Exam?}

The practice test Zertifikat Deutsch / telc Deutsch B1 informs you about the exam details. It contains a complete test set (with answers) to try at home or in class. You will also learn how the exam works and how written and oral performances are evaluated.

^{When Will I Receive My telc B1 Certificate?}

Evaluation of your telc exam takes approximately 4–6 weeks. Once the results are available, you will receive a notification by email from Sprachenatelier Berlin.

^{Certificate Collection or Shipping:}

• Free collection of the certificate/results sheet at Sprachenatelier Berlin
• For a fee: shipping by post or express mail

^{When Have I Passed the telc B1 Exam?}

Passed: At least 60% in both written and oral parts

Certificate: Includes total score and grade (1 = very good, 4 = sufficient)

Not passed? You will receive a results sheet. Passed parts can be credited toward a retake within 12 months.

^{What Do I Need to Know on Exam Day (telc Deutsch B1)?}

Allowed: Soft HB pencil, eraser, sharpener, transparent bottles without label
Not Allowed: Jackets, watches, mobile phones (must be handed in), food, or breaks during the written exam

Important: Punctuality! Late participants will not be admitted. Use the toilet before the exam – no breaks are possible.

By participating, you accept the telc exam regulations and privacy policy.

^{Do I Have to Repeat the Entire telc B1 Exam if I Pass One Part?}

No! Only the part not passed must be repeated. The passed part remains valid for 12 months and will be credited.

Example:

• Oral part passed
• Written part failed

→ Only the written exam must be repeated; the oral result will be retained.

Conditions:

• Retake within 12 months
• Full exam fee applies even for partial retakes

^{How Do I Prepare for the telc Deutsch B1 Exam?}

• Acquire your language skills in courses or self-study.
• Textbooks for B1 level are available in bookstores.
• Familiarize yourself with the exam process and task types. Practice tests and learning objective descriptions (Zertifikat Deutsch, learning objectives, and test format) will help you.

^{telc B1 Exam Model Test PDF Download}

Preparation is crucial for your success. With a model or practice test (free PDF download), you can train effectively and prepare optimally.

The telc exam follows a fixed structure. A telc B1 model test shows you:

• Exam structure and task formats
• Time limits for each part
• Evaluation criteria
• Procedure of written and oral exams

Download the telc B1 model test PDF for free and go into the exam fully prepared.

^{A telc B1 practice test allows you to:}

• Simulate the exam realistically
• Manage time effectively
• Gain confidence in handling tasks
• Self-check with answers

Regular practice with free PDFs reduces exam anxiety and significantly increases your chances of success.

You can download the telc B1 model test and MP3 files for the telc Deutsch B1 exam for free here.