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Deine Deutschprüfung A1

Goethe-Zertifikat A1: Fit in Deutsch 1

Children and young people between the ages of 10 and 16 can demonstrate their German language skills with the Goethe-Zertifikat Fit in Deutsch 1. The exam is available globally.

General information

Level: A1

Target group: Children and young people (recommended for ages 10 to 16)

Among other things, recognized in Germany as:

  • Evidence of A1 German language skills for children and young people

Fit in Deutsch 1 is also recognized in Austria and Switzerland as proof of A1 language skills.

Testing locations: Worldwide 


Exam fees in Germany (as of 2023):

  • 135 euros

If you would like to take the exam in a different country, please inform yourself of the exam fees where you intend to take it.

 

Examination structure

Type of examination: 

  • Paper-based


Examination sections and duration: 

Written examination:

  • Listening (20 minutes)
  • Reading (20 minutes)
  • Writing (20 minutes)


Oral examination:

  • Speaking (15 minutes, in groups)


The written examination is administered without a break and is normally ordered: Listening, Reading, Writing. It is usually administered before the oral examination. 

The oral examination does not include preparation time.

Accessible examinations: 

 

Information about examination results

To pass the examination:

  • At least 50 percent of the total possible points must be achieved.
  • All sections of the examination must be completed.

You can find information on how the test is graded on this page of the Goethe Institut website.


Receiving examination results in Germany:

  • Varies according to testing location
  • Between one day and two weeks 

Processing times vary around the world. Please inform yourself at the location where you intend to take the exam.

Certificate validity: unlimited

Retaking the examination:

  • You may retake the exam as many times as you like.
  • You must always retake the entire exam.

 

Additional provider information and practice materials 

 

Additional tips

Thoroughly review the information available on the Goethe-Institut website. Various publishers also provide additional practice materials in book form or available for download that can help you prepare for the Fit in Deutsch 1 examination.

Information about this examination is also available in German under the menu selection “Language".