{"id":25657695,"date":"2026-08-27T15:04:34","date_gmt":"2026-08-27T09:34:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/?p=25657695"},"modified":"2026-08-28T15:51:52","modified_gmt":"2026-08-28T10:21:52","slug":"telc-vs-testdaf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/telc-vs-testdaf\/","title":{"rendered":"TELC vs TestDaF: Exam Pattern, Difficulty, Cost &amp; Which Is Better?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a91872326408\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a91872326408\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/telc-vs-testdaf\/#TELC_vs_TestDaF_Quick_Comparison\" >TELC vs TestDaF: Quick Comparison<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/telc-vs-testdaf\/#What_Is_the_TELC_German_Exam\" >What Is the TELC German Exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/telc-vs-testdaf\/#What_Is_the_TestDaF_Exam\" >What Is the TestDaF Exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/telc-vs-testdaf\/#TELC_vs_TestDaF_Exam_Pattern\" >TELC vs TestDaF Exam Pattern<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/telc-vs-testdaf\/#TELC_vs_TestDaF_Difficulty_Level\" >TELC vs TestDaF: Difficulty Level<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/telc-vs-testdaf\/#TELC_vs_TestDaF_Reading_Listening_Writing_Speaking\" >TELC vs TestDaF: Reading, Listening, Writing &amp; Speaking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/telc-vs-testdaf\/#TELC_vs_TestDaF_Cost_Results_Validity\" >TELC vs TestDaF: Cost, Results &amp; Validity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/telc-vs-testdaf\/#TELC_vs_TestDaF_Which_Exam_Is_Better_for_Studying_in_Germany\" >TELC vs TestDaF: Which Exam Is Better for Studying in Germany?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/telc-vs-testdaf\/#TELC_vs_TestDaF_Which_Exam_Should_You_Choose\" >TELC vs TestDaF: Which Exam Should You Choose?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/telc-vs-testdaf\/#_Conclusion\" >\u00a0Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"68\"><strong data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"41\">TELC and TestDaF<\/strong> are German language exams. Both exams check your German skills.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"118\">They test:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"166\">\n<li data-section-id=\"u0elf8\" data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"130\">Reading.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"hik7yn\" data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"143\">Listening.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"eoyh9a\" data-start=\"144\" data-end=\"154\">Writing.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1p5oedm\" data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"166\">Speaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"168\" data-end=\"203\">But the two exams are not the same. <strong data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"213\">TELC<\/strong> has different levels and exam types. <strong data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"263\">TestDaF<\/strong> is mainly made for people who want to study in Germany.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"420\">The exam pattern, difficulty, and cost can also be different. In this blog, you will learn about:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"592\">\n<li data-section-id=\"7zayzl\" data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"479\">TELC exam pattern.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"10illwq\" data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"503\">TestDaF exam pattern.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"lc6uv7\" data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"523\">Difficulty level.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1srlyyk\" data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"536\">Exam cost.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1qgmkp\" data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"556\">Main differences.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"11ktp3k\" data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"592\">Which exam may be better for you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"655\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">This can help you choose the right German exam for your goal.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"1sbf13\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"21\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"21\">Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"23\" data-end=\"203\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-section-id=\"180xg9z\" data-start=\"23\" data-end=\"63\">TELC and TestDaF are German tests.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"po0mhe\" data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"93\">Both check your German.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"11jd0hh\" data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"134\">Both are useful for study or work.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1vzddiy\" data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"167\">The cost can be different.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1al9kji\" data-start=\"168\" data-end=\"203\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Choose the one right for you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\" data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"655\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/german-language-course\/?utm_source=german-language&amp;utm_medium=blog_referral&amp;utm_campaign=telc-vs-goethe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn German language in your own language! Get free Demo Classes Here!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TELC_vs_TestDaF_Quick_Comparison\"><\/span><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><strong>TELC vs TestDaF: Quick Comparison<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"be0614a9-80ac-425c-a502-22cf999d3c9b\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-6\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"yWcLfW_streamingContainer markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\">\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"90\">TELC and TestDaF are both German language exams. Both check your German skills. But they are used for different goals.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1ccdcew\" data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"176\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"168\" data-end=\"176\">TELC<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"221\">TELC has exams for different German levels.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"236\">You can find:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"267\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4ety\" data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"243\">A1.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4eyd\" data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"249\">A2.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4e39\" data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"255\">B1.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4e2e\" data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"261\">B2.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4gic\" data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"267\">C1.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"290\">TELC exams can check:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"338\">\n<li data-section-id=\"u0elf8\" data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"302\">Reading.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"hik7yn\" data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"315\">Listening.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"eoyh9a\" data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"326\">Writing.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1p5oedm\" data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"338\">Speaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"9qykwj\" data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"355\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"355\">TestDaF<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"419\">TestDaF is mainly for people who want to <strong data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"418\">study in Germany<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"431\">It checks:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"479\">\n<li data-section-id=\"u0elf8\" data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"443\">Reading.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"hik7yn\" data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"456\">Listening.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"eoyh9a\" data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"467\">Writing.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1p5oedm\" data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"479\">Speaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"555\">The exam focuses more on language used in study and university situations.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1q2anch\" data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"591\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"591\">TELC vs TestDaF Comparison<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\">\n<div class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"1013\">\n<thead data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"631\">\n<tr data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"631\">\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"605\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"604\">Point<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"616\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"615\">TELC<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"631\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"629\">TestDaF<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"1013\">\n<tr data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"702\">\n<td data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"657\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Main use<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"682\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Different German needs<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"702\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Study in Germany<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"770\">\n<td data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"712\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Levels<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"746\" data-col-size=\"sm\">A1 to C1, depending on the exam<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"770\">TestDaF score levels<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"794\">\n<td data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"781\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Reading<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"787\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yes<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"794\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"820\">\n<td data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"807\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Listening<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"813\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yes<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"813\" data-end=\"820\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"844\">\n<td data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"831\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Writing<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"837\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yes<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"844\">Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"869\">\n<td data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"856\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Speaking<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"862\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yes<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"869\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"953\">\n<td data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"879\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Topics<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"922\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Daily life, work, study, or other topics<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"953\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Mainly study-related topics<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"1013\">\n<td data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"965\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Best for<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"988\">General German goals<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1013\">University applicants<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_TELC_German_Exam\"><\/span><strong>What Is the TELC German Exam?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"d05d89b2-c63e-42f4-b684-89b30f8e736c\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-6-mini\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"fbskMG_root yWcLfW_streamingContainer markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\">\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"38\" data-end=\"104\">The <strong data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"62\">TELC German exam<\/strong> is a test of your German language skills. TELC offers German exams at different levels, from <strong data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"169\">A1 to C2<\/strong>. You can choose an exam based on your German level.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"282\">The main levels are:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"319\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4ety\" data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"289\">A1.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4eyd\" data-start=\"290\" data-end=\"295\">A2.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4e39\" data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"301\">B1.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4e2e\" data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"307\">B2.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4gic\" data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"313\">C1.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4gjb\" data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"319\">C2.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1h4j83q\" data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"349\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"349\">What Does TELC Test?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"377\">TELC exams can check your:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"425\">\n<li data-section-id=\"u0elf8\" data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"389\">Reading.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"hik7yn\" data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"402\">Listening.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"eoyh9a\" data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"413\">Writing.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1p5oedm\" data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"425\">Speaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"524\">The exact exam pattern can be different for each TELC exam.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"4sjjgw\" data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"559\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"559\">Who Can Take a TELC Exam?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"596\">TELC has exams for different needs.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"598\" data-end=\"621\">You can find exams for:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"675\">\n<li data-section-id=\"8aa8d5\" data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"636\">Daily life.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"17b7dlz\" data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"644\">Work.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"66afah\" data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"653\">Study.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ih8n1w\" data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"675\">Professional needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"788\">There are also special TELC exams for areas such as medicine and nursing.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"i0v2h6\" data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"819\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"819\">Why Take a TELC Exam?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"867\">A TELC certificate can show your German level.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"910\">TELC certificates are recognised by many:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"966\">\n<li data-section-id=\"16rgc0x\" data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"922\">Schools.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1v081qc\" data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"938\">Universities.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1y1lvy8\" data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"951\">Employers.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"161bh0x\" data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"966\">Authorities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1061\">The right certificate depends on why you need the exam.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"115czeg\" data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1094\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1094\">How Does TELC Help You?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1149\">TELC focuses on using German in real-life situations. It checks if you can understand German and use it to communicate with others. So, choose the TELC level that matches your German skills and your goal.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_TestDaF_Exam\"><\/span><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><strong>What Is the TestDaF Exam?<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"8236877a-91a2-4f09-ad8b-e5ffdc7fa12d\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-6-mini\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"yWcLfW_streamingContainer markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\">\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"34\" data-end=\"81\">The <strong data-start=\"38\" data-end=\"54\">TestDaF exam<\/strong> is a German language test. It is mainly for students who want to <strong data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"141\">study in Germany<\/strong>. The exam checks your German skills.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"204\">It has four main parts:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"252\">\n<li data-section-id=\"u0elf8\" data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"216\">Reading.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"hik7yn\" data-start=\"217\" data-end=\"229\">Listening.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"eoyh9a\" data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"240\">Writing.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1p5oedm\" data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"252\">Speaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"12lq6cr\" data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"283\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"283\">Who Can Take TestDaF?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"316\">TestDaF is mainly for students. You may need this exam when applying to a German university. Always check the language rules of your university before taking the test.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"11v5ajh\" data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"488\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"488\">What Does TestDaF Check?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"548\">The exam checks if you can use German in study situations.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"566\">You may need to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"640\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1thg4cm\" data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"582\">Read German.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1j9uld2\" data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"602\">Listen to German.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"12o4dpq\" data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"621\">Write in German.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"nm26nz\" data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"640\">Speak in German.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"p8r5me\" data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"664\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"664\">TestDaF Levels<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"697\">TestDaF has three score levels:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"725\">\n<li data-section-id=\"6bmwff\" data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"707\">TDN 3.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"6bmwb0\" data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"716\">TDN 4.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"6bmwdp\" data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"725\">TDN 5.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"752\">TDN 3 is the lower level.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"781\">TDN 5 is the highest level.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1vmoy0h\" data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"808\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"808\">Why Take TestDaF?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"845\">TestDaF can show your German level. It is mainly useful for <strong data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"900\">higher studies in Germany<\/strong>. Many German universities accept TestDaF as proof of German language skills.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"u38q1y\" data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"1006\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1006\">TestDaF Exam Parts<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1032\">The exam has four parts:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1206\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1gsjbcz\" data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1071\"><strong data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1048\">Reading:<\/strong> You read German texts.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ih3i8\" data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1116\"><strong data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1088\">Listening:<\/strong> You listen to German audio.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"10nxwmv\" data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1156\"><strong data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1131\">Writing:<\/strong> You write about a topic.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"to8405\" data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1206\"><strong data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1172\">Speaking:<\/strong> You speak about different topics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1265\">The topics are often linked to university and study life.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"k8av54\" data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1301\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1301\">Who Should Choose TestDaF?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1377\">TestDaF is mainly a good choice for students who plan to study in Germany. Check your university&#8217;s German language requirement before choosing the exam.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1456\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><a href=\"http:\/\/TELC%20vs%20TestDaF-%20visual%20selection%20(6)\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-25657922\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-visual-selection-6.webp\" alt=\"TELC vs TestDaF- visual selection (6)\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-visual-selection-6.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-visual-selection-6-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-visual-selection-6-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-visual-selection-6-24x24.webp 24w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-visual-selection-6-48x48.webp 48w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-visual-selection-6-96x96.webp 96w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-visual-selection-6-75x75.webp 75w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-visual-selection-6-350x350.webp 350w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-visual-selection-6-750x750.webp 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TELC_vs_TestDaF_Exam_Pattern\"><\/span><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><strong>TELC vs TestDaF Exam Pattern<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) pb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\">\n<div class=\"flex min-h-0 grow flex-col text-sm\">\n<div class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\">\n<div class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a8e893a-5fc4-83ee-aa9f-7ad91979964f-8\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a8e893a-5fc4-83ee-aa9f-7ad91979964f-8\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a8e893a-5fc4-83ee-aa9f-7ad91979964f-8\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-28\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"9f6c272c-d552-4d98-988a-54f6a848735c\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-6-mini\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"fbskMG_root yWcLfW_streamingContainer markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\">\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"79\">TELC and TestDaF both check German skills. But their exam formats are different.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"jnbwe9\" data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"145\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"145\">TELC Exam Pattern<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"193\">TELC has different exams for different levels. The exact pattern depends on the TELC exam you choose.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"268\">Most exams check:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"316\">\n<li data-section-id=\"u0elf8\" data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"280\">Reading.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"hik7yn\" data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"293\">Listening.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"eoyh9a\" data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"304\">Writing.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1p5oedm\" data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"316\">Speaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"366\">Some TELC exams may also include language tasks.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"fuyvxm\" data-start=\"368\" data-end=\"396\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"396\">TestDaF Exam Pattern<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"426\">TestDaF has four main parts.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"438\">These are:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"612\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1gsjbcz\" data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"477\"><strong data-start=\"442\" data-end=\"454\">Reading:<\/strong> You read German texts.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ih3i8\" data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"522\"><strong data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"494\">Listening:<\/strong> You listen to German audio.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"10nxwmv\" data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"562\"><strong data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"537\">Writing:<\/strong> You write about a topic.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"to8405\" data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"612\"><strong data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"578\">Speaking:<\/strong> You speak about different topics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"672\">The tasks are mainly related to study and university life.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"lavuz5\" data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"699\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"699\">Simple Comparison<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\">\n<div class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"975\">\n<thead data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"743\">\n<tr data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"743\">\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"717\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"716\">Exam Part<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"728\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"727\">TELC<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"743\" data-col-size=\"sm\"><strong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"741\">TestDaF<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"975\">\n<tr data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"781\">\n<td data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"768\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Reading<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"774\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yes<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"781\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"807\">\n<td data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"794\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Listening<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"800\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yes<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"807\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"831\">\n<td data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"818\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Writing<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"824\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yes<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"831\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"856\">\n<td data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"843\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Speaking<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"849\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yes<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"856\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"915\">\n<td data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"870\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Exam level<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"897\">Depends on the TELC exam<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"915\">TDN 3, 4, or 5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"975\">\n<td data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"929\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Main focus<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"951\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Depends on the exam<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"975\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Study and university<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"50o5bu\" data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1000\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1000\">Main Difference<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1063\">The TELC pattern can change based on the level and exam type. TestDaF follows a format made mainly for students who want to study in Germany. So, check the exact exam format before you start preparing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TELC_vs_TestDaF_Difficulty_Level\"><\/span><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><strong>TELC vs TestDaF: Difficulty Level<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"81\">TELC and TestDaF are both German exams. Both can feel difficult. But the difficulty is not the same for everyone.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1yxklxn\" data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"182\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"182\">TELC Difficulty<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"210\">TELC has different levels.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"226\">These include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"257\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4ety\" data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"233\">A1.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4eyd\" data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"239\">A2.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4e39\" data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"245\">B1.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4e2e\" data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"251\">B2.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o4gic\" data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"257\">C1.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"301\">The higher the level, the harder the exam.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"315\">For example:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"390\">\n<li data-section-id=\"x5ctwl\" data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"332\">A1 is easier.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1iu256v\" data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"348\">B1 is harder.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1agagb7\" data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"372\">B2 is more difficult.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1erbl4g\" data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"390\">C1 is advanced.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1i9i63k\" data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"418\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"418\">TestDaF Difficulty<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"451\">TestDaF is mainly for students. It is often used for studying in Germany.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"530\">The exam can be difficult because:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"532\" data-end=\"637\">\n<li data-section-id=\"wbb0uh\" data-start=\"532\" data-end=\"552\">Texts can be long.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1tqq4hw\" data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"577\">Listening can be fast.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"4ripr8\" data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"606\">Writing needs clear ideas.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"17tzchr\" data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"637\">Speaking needs good answers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1ac6vp2\" data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"663\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"663\">Which Is Harder?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"710\">It depends on the exam and your German level. TELC has different levels, so its difficulty can change. TestDaF is designed for higher-level German use.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TELC_vs_TestDaF_Reading_Listening_Writing_Speaking\"><\/span><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><strong>TELC vs TestDaF: Reading, Listening, Writing &amp; Speaking<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"116\">Both TELC and TestDaF check four main German skills.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"128\">These are:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"176\">\n<li data-section-id=\"u0elf8\" data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"140\">Reading.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"hik7yn\" data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"153\">Listening.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"eoyh9a\" data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"164\">Writing.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1p5oedm\" data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"176\">Speaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"206\">But the tasks are different.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"a79o1g\" data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"223\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"223\">Reading<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"234\"><strong data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"234\">TELC:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"347\">\n<li data-section-id=\"2tioe\" data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"270\">You read different German texts.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1iwjywv\" data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"308\">The texts depend on the TELC level.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ct6mz1\" data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"347\">You answer questions about the text.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"361\"><strong data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"361\">TestDaF:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"482\">\n<li data-section-id=\"13jfu3v\" data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"387\">You read German texts.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ddxp0s\" data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"427\">The texts are mainly linked to study.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ud85hb\" data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"482\">You find the right information and answer questions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"n8aze7\" data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"501\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"501\">Listening<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"512\"><strong data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"512\">TELC:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"626\">\n<li data-section-id=\"ykr5n7\" data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"543\">You listen to German audio.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ekuuek\" data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"582\">You may hear conversations or talks.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1gbdegu\" data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"626\">You answer questions about what you hear.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"640\"><strong data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"640\">TestDaF:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"765\">\n<li data-section-id=\"ykr5n7\" data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"671\">You listen to German audio.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"up8dug\" data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"711\">The topics are often linked to study.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"j6yul0\" data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"765\">You need to understand the main points and details.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"16dbxem\" data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"782\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"782\">Writing<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"793\"><strong data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"793\">TELC:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"897\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1jbhoiv\" data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"820\">You get a writing task.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1s7j934\" data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"858\">The task depends on the exam level.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"4ywag7\" data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"897\">You write a clear and suitable text.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"911\"><strong data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"911\">TestDaF:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"1028\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1ekxpc6\" data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"945\">You write about a given topic.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1eglbsa\" data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"984\">You may need to explain information.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1dt2tfj\" data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1028\">You also need to give your ideas clearly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1a3m7ka\" data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1046\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1046\">Speaking<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1057\"><strong data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1057\">TELC:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1163\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1rvstqr\" data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1094\">You speak about different topics.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"10dx72p\" data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1122\">You may answer questions.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1mghbpr\" data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1163\">You may also talk with another person.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1177\"><strong data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1177\">TestDaF:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1301\">\n<li data-section-id=\"qssmno\" data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1218\">You speak about different situations.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1aq76mq\" data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1259\">The tasks are mainly related to study.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ovmnsk\" data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1301\">You need to explain your ideas clearly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TELC_vs_TestDaF_Cost_Results_Validity\"><\/span><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><strong>TELC vs TestDaF: Cost, Results &amp; Validity<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"114\">TELC and TestDaF have different rules for exam fees and results.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"u6voc\" data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"133\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"133\">Exam Cost<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"144\"><strong data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"144\">TELC:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"290\">\n<li data-section-id=\"k9w6wr\" data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"195\">The price can be different at each test centre.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1e0ooss\" data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"247\">The fee also depends on the TELC exam you choose.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"o72mp8\" data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"290\">Check the price before booking the exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"304\"><strong data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"304\">TestDaF:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"421\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1gnfcfl\" data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"343\">The exam fee can change by country.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1we2fiy\" data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"384\">The test centre gives the current fee.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"14a9p2v\" data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"421\">Check the fee before registration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"pya4t\" data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"443\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"443\">Exam Results<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"454\"><strong data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"454\">TELC:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"601\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1piahe8\" data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"494\">Your exam is checked after the test.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"13qe6zd\" data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"538\">You get your result from the test centre.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1jgzp9g\" data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"601\">The result time can be different from one centre to another.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"615\"><strong data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"615\">TestDaF:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"748\">\n<li data-section-id=\"obtrn4\" data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"653\">Each skill gets a separate result.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"16vw40x\" data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"700\">The results use <strong data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"699\">TDN 3, TDN 4, and TDN 5<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"rmqhwy\" data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"748\">You get the result after the exam is checked.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"o7xr4x\" data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"778\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"778\">Certificate Validity<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"789\"><strong data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"789\">TELC:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"893\">\n<li data-section-id=\"bhcvh8\" data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"846\">A TELC certificate normally has no fixed expiry date.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1yxnnw2\" data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"893\">Some places may ask for a newer certificate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"907\"><strong data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"907\">TestDaF:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"1022\">\n<li data-section-id=\"8donh3\" data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"967\">A TestDaF certificate normally has no fixed expiry date.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o9mphi\" data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1022\">A university or organisation may have its own rules.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1108\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Always check the latest details with your chosen test centre before taking the exam.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TELC_vs_TestDaF_Which_Exam_Is_Better_for_Studying_in_Germany\"><\/span><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><strong>TELC vs TestDaF: Which Exam Is Better for Studying in Germany?<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"a60f93c6-09e2-47d4-aa7c-ccfe96b31c97\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-6-mini\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"fbskMG_root yWcLfW_streamingContainer markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\">\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"116\">Both exams can be useful for German learners. But your choice depends on your study goal.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1rsv22o\" data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"199\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"199\">TELC for Studying in Germany<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"233\">TELC has different German exams. Some universities and courses accept certain TELC certificates. Before choosing TELC, check your university rules.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"369\">You should check:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"473\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1yikrwi\" data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"400\">Which TELC level is needed.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1gu0jq1\" data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"434\">If the university accepts TELC.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1icnpza\" data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"473\">If your course has any special rule.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"po0b2j\" data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"514\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"514\">TestDaF for Studying in Germany<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"552\">TestDaF is mainly made for students. It is commonly used to show German skills for university study.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"635\">The exam checks:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"683\">\n<li data-section-id=\"u0elf8\" data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"647\">Reading.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"hik7yn\" data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"660\">Listening.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"eoyh9a\" data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"671\">Writing.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1p5oedm\" data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"683\">Speaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"743\">The topics are often related to study and university life.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"h6z97b\" data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"781\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"781\">Which One Should You Choose?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"862\">If your main goal is <strong data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"827\">studying in Germany<\/strong>, TestDaF can be a suitable choice. TELC can also work if your university accepts the TELC certificate you plan to take.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"1003\">So, do not choose only because one exam seems easier. First check the language requirement of your university and course.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1072\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><a href=\"http:\/\/TELC%20vs%20TestDaF%20Exam%20images\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-25657921\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-Exam-images.webp\" alt=\"TELC vs TestDaF Exam images\" width=\"680\" height=\"453\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-Exam-images.webp 1000w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-Exam-images-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-Exam-images-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-Exam-images-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/TELC-vs-TestDaF-Exam-images-750x500.webp 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TELC_vs_TestDaF_Which_Exam_Should_You_Choose\"><\/span><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><strong>TELC vs TestDaF: Which Exam Should You Choose?<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"f60c9c07-8862-4fff-9875-3a764f86cfb5\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-6-mini\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"fbskMG_root yWcLfW_streamingContainer markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\">\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"103\">TELC and TestDaF are both German language exams. But they are made for different needs. Your goal can help you choose the right exam.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"85l2yy\" data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"214\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"214\">Choose TELC If<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"258\">TELC may be useful if you need German for:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"260\" data-end=\"361\">\n<li data-section-id=\"17b7dlz\" data-start=\"260\" data-end=\"267\">Work.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"8aa8d5\" data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"281\">Daily life.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1lkndcw\" data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"308\">General language skills.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1n3s11g\" data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"328\">Some study needs.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1bf9lbm\" data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"361\">A German language certificate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"389\">TELC has different levels. You can choose a level based on your German skills.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"9tj2yp\" data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"469\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"469\">Choose TestDaF If<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"533\">TestDaF is mainly for people who want to <strong data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"532\">study in Germany<\/strong>. It can show your German skills for university study.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"599\">It checks:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"647\">\n<li data-section-id=\"u0elf8\" data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"611\">Reading.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"hik7yn\" data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"624\">Listening.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"eoyh9a\" data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"635\">Writing.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1p5oedm\" data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"647\">Speaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"135d6fw\" data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"684\"><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"684\">Check the Requirement First<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"751\">Before booking an exam, check where you will use the certificate.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"765\">For example:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"870\">\n<li data-section-id=\"g59omt\" data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"791\">Check your university.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1i8ljxo\" data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"812\">Check your course.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"rrp1no\" data-start=\"813\" data-end=\"835\">Check your employer.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1tm3m8k\" data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"870\">Check the required German level.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"940\">The accepted certificate can be different from one place to another.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\" data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"940\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/german-language-course\/?utm_source=german-language&amp;utm_medium=blog_referral&amp;utm_campaign=telc-vs-goethe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn German language in your own language! Get free Demo Classes Here!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Conclusion\"><\/span><span data-sheets-root=\"1\">\u00a0<strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) pb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\">\n<div class=\"flex min-h-0 grow flex-col text-sm\">\n<div class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\">\n<div class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a8e893a-5fc4-83ee-aa9f-7ad91979964f-17\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a8e893a-5fc4-83ee-aa9f-7ad91979964f-17\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a8e893a-5fc4-83ee-aa9f-7ad91979964f-17\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-46\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"90c3c84b-e3ff-4702-be95-483643ec0c59\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-6-mini\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"fbskMG_root yWcLfW_streamingContainer markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\">\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"19\" data-end=\"65\">TELC and TestDaF are both useful German exams. But they have different purposes. TELC has exams for different German levels. TestDaF is mainly for students who want to study in Germany.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"225\">Both exams test:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"273\">\n<li data-section-id=\"u0elf8\" data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"237\">Reading.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"hik7yn\" data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"250\">Listening.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"eoyh9a\" data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"261\">Writing.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1p5oedm\" data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"273\">Speaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"310\">Choose the exam based on your goal. Before registering, check which certificate you need. Good preparation can help you feel more confident and ready for the exam.<\/p>\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"c542d816-9c91-4cec-93ff-daf806d11e53\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-6\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"yWcLfW_streamingContainer markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\">\n<table class=\"table\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"6\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/How-Difficult-Is-TELC-B2-exam-images-1.webp\"><b>Related Articles<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/How-Difficult-Is-TELC-B2-exam-images-1.webp\"><strong>TELC A1 Exam Pattern<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/best-telc-preparation-books\/\">Best TELC Preparation Books: Top Picks for A2, B1, B2 &amp; C1<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-difficult-is-telc-b2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>How Difficult Is TELC B2?\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center\" colspan=\"6\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/How-Difficult-Is-TELC-B2-exam-images-1.webp\"><strong>Which TELC Level is Required for Germany?<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"ot11xf\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"33\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TELC and TestDaF are German language exams. Both exams check your German skills. They test: Reading. Listening. Writing. Speaking. But the two exams are not the same. TELC has different levels and exam types. TestDaF is mainly made for people who want to study in Germany. 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